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Caravan Parks In Fitzroy Crossing, WA

18.1971Β° S, 125.5666Β° E

Quick Overview

Fitzroy Crossing is a small remote town on the banks of the mighty Fitzroy River in the Kimberley region of Western Australia, the gateway to the spectacular Geikie Gorge and a key stopping point on the Great Northern Highway between Broome and Halls Creek for travellers crossing this vast outback region. The area lists several caravan parks and caravan parks in our directory, with some offering free or low-cost camping options for the adventurous travellers making the Kimberley crossing. The town serves as a vital fuel and supply stop for those driving across the Kimberley, with Geikie Gorge National Park just 18 kilometres to the north providing one of the region's most accessible and visually impressive gorge experiences that's manageable as a half-day visit without requiring any specialist equipment or extreme fitness levels. Caravan parks provide powered sites, dump points, and basic amenities suited to Kimberley travellers who appreciate functional facilities after long days on the highway. The Fitzroy River itself is one of Australia's largest and most significant river systems, and during the wet season it can flood dramatically, transforming the surrounding plains into vast inland seas stretching to the horizon that are visible from the air on commercial flights overhead. Caravan Caravan park options here cater to grey nomads and adventure travellers making the Kimberley crossing, with the Geikie Gorge boat tours being the standout activity that most visitors build their stop around. The town has a strong Aboriginal cultural presence with the local Bunuba people maintaining deep connections to the river country and the gorge system that has been central to their culture for tens of thousands of years. The scale of the Fitzroy River system is hard to appreciate until you see the flood markers showing how high the water rises during the wet season, transforming this arid landscape into an inland sea that connects the Kimberley's vast catchment to the ocean.

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Traveling to Fitzroy Crossing by RV

Fitzroy Crossing sits on the Great Northern Highway, approximately 400 kilometres east of Broome and 290 kilometres west of Halls Creek. The highway is sealed and suitable for caravans and motorhomes with good road surfaces between the major Kimberley towns. The Fitzroy River crossing itself features a low-level bridge that can close during wet season floods when the river rises dramatically -- check road conditions with Main Roads WA before travelling between November and April as closures can last days or even weeks depending on rainfall. Fuel is available at the local roadhouse with Kimberley remote pricing reflecting the extreme transport distances. A small general store covers basic grocery needs but selection is very limited and prices are high. Stock up on supplies in Broome or Derby before heading this way. Telstra provides the best mobile coverage in town but signal drops out quickly and completely outside the settlement in all directions. Geikie Gorge is accessed via an 18-kilometre sealed road north of town suitable for all vehicle types.

Dump Station Costs in Fitzroy Crossing

Fitzroy Crossing's extreme remoteness in the heart of the Kimberley means costs are among the highest in regional Western Australia, with every item in the shops reflecting the enormous distance it's been transported from Perth or Broome. Of the listed parks, a portion% provide free or low-cost camping while a portion% charge standard rates for powered and serviced camping. Powered Caravan park sites typically cost $40 to $65 AUD per night, with unpowered options from $25 to $40 depending on the park. Groceries and fuel carry significant Kimberley remote premiums -- expect to pay 40-60 percent more than Perth prices for basic items. Budget for the Geikie Gorge boat tour as a worthwhile and memorable expense that's the best activity in the area. The gorge walking trail, spectacular river views, and the vast Kimberley night sky for star-gazing are all free experiences that make the stop genuinely memorable.

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Best Time to Visit Fitzroy Crossing by RV

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Winter

Jun - Aug

50-86Β°F

Crowds: High

Peak dry season with warm days, cool nights, and all attractions operating at full capacity. Caravan parks and Geikie Gorge tours fill up with grey nomads crossing the Kimberley. Book everything well ahead.

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Spring

Sep - Nov

68-102Β°F

Crowds: Medium

Increasing heat and humidity as the build-up to wet season begins in earnest. Most travellers head south by October. Geikie Gorge tours continue but river levels drop revealing more of the impressive gorge walls.

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Summer

Dec - Feb

77-104Β°F

Crowds: Low

Wet season brings extreme heat, humidity, and river flooding that can close the Great Northern Highway for days or weeks at a time. Geikie Gorge tours do not operate. Virtually all travellers avoid the Kimberley.

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Fall

Mar - May

68-97Β°F

Crowds: Low

The transition from wet to dry sees roads reopening and Geikie Gorge tours resuming from around April onwards. Early visitors enjoy uncrowded conditions though humidity can remain high through March and April.

Explore the Fitzroy Crossing Area

Geikie Gorge boat tours are the highlight of any Fitzroy Crossing visit and genuinely shouldn't be missed -- the guided cruise through the spectacular limestone gorge reveals towering pale walls rising from the water, freshwater crocodiles basking on the banks, stingrays gliding beneath the clear surface, and abundant birdlife including jabiru, egrets, and kites. Tours operate during the dry season from April through to November and should be booked ahead during peak season as popular departure times fill up. The gorge walking trail along the west bank of the river is also excellent and free to access, offering different perspectives on the gorge from the clifftop. Be croc-aware anywhere near the Fitzroy River -- saltwater crocodiles are present throughout the entire river system and are extremely dangerous. The Fitzroy River Lodge offers meals and cold drinks if you want a comfortable meal after camp cooking. Water from the local supply is suitable for filling fresh tanks. The old bridge foundations in town dramatically illustrate how high the river rises during wet season floods.

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Frequently Asked Questions About Dump Stations in Fitzroy Crossing

What Caravan parks are available in Fitzroy Crossing?

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What is Geikie Gorge?

Geikie Gorge is a spectacular limestone gorge on the Fitzroy River, 18 kilometres north of Fitzroy Crossing via a sealed road. Guided boat tours reveal towering gorge walls, freshwater crocodiles, and abundant birdlife during the dry season.

How much do caravan parks cost in Fitzroy Crossing?

Powered sites typically cost $40 to $65 AUD per night with unpowered options from $25 to $40. Remote Kimberley pricing applies to all goods and services so stock up on supplies in Broome or Derby before heading east.

When can I visit Fitzroy Crossing by caravan?

The dry season from May to October is the only practical time to visit by caravan. The wet season from November through April brings flooding that regularly closes the Great Northern Highway and all gorge tours cease operating.

Are there crocodiles at Fitzroy Crossing?

Yes, both saltwater and freshwater crocodiles inhabit the Fitzroy River system throughout the region. Saltwater crocodiles are extremely dangerous -- never swim in the river and stay well back from the banks at all times.

What Caravan parks are available in Fitzroy Crossing?

Fitzroy Crossing lists {{stationCount}} caravan parks and caravan parks in our directory, with {{freeCount}} offering free or low-cost options. Parks provide powered sites, dump points, and basic amenities for travellers crossing the Kimberley region.

What is Geikie Gorge?

Geikie Gorge is a spectacular limestone gorge on the Fitzroy River, 18 kilometres north of Fitzroy Crossing via a sealed road. Guided boat tours reveal towering gorge walls, freshwater crocodiles, and abundant birdlife during the dry season.

How much do caravan parks cost in Fitzroy Crossing?

Powered sites typically cost $40 to $65 AUD per night with unpowered options from $25 to $40. Remote Kimberley pricing applies to all goods and services so stock up on supplies in Broome or Derby before heading east.

When can I visit Fitzroy Crossing by caravan?

The dry season from May to October is the only practical time to visit by caravan. The wet season from November through April brings flooding that regularly closes the Great Northern Highway and all gorge tours cease operating.

Are there crocodiles at Fitzroy Crossing?

Yes, both saltwater and freshwater crocodiles inhabit the Fitzroy River system throughout the region. Saltwater crocodiles are extremely dangerous -- never swim in the river and stay well back from the banks at all times.

Are there free dump stations in Fitzroy Crossing?

Yes β€” there are free RV waste disposal options available near Fitzroy Crossing.