WALLANGARRA REST AREA

Public BBQ

Wallangarra Rest Area proved to be one of those delightful surprises that restore your faith in Australian hospitality. The volunteer-run driver reviver station operates during school holidays, where genuinely lovely local ladies serve complimentary tea, coffee, and biscuits with the sort of warmth that makes you want to linger longer than your bladder permits. The facilities are refreshingly well-maintained - proper flushing toilets (a roadside rarity), covered picnic tables, and a playground that had children clamouring for "just five more minutes." The volunteers possess that quintessentially Queensland knack for making strangers feel welcome, offering local area insights alongside their hot beverages. There's something wonderfully civilised about this setup - a proper rest stop where weary travellers can actually rest, children can burn energy, and everyone leaves slightly more human than when they arrived. Though apparently there's some character across the road with musical ambitions that test the patience of overnight campers, the rest area itself remains a beacon of country courtesy.

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Address
80 Margetts St, Wallangarra QLD 4383, Australia
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Nearby Features
  Toilets
  Playground
  Picnic tables
  Shaded area
  Parking
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Address
80 Margetts St, Wallangarra QLD 4383, Australia
View on Google Maps
Nearby Features
  Toilets
  Playground
  Picnic tables
  Shaded area
  Parking
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Scroll up and click on BBQ StreetView. It will visually show you the location of at least one BBQ in the area. Larger parks will generally have several BBQs scattered around in various spots.

Check out our How To Find a Public BBQ guide for more help.

Generally No! The BBQs are first come, first serve. However, if you plan on having a larger event then please check with Southern Downs council.

Come prepared with the right essentials, and you'll enjoy a fun day of barbecuing in WALLANGARRA REST AREA. For more information, check out our What to Bring to a Public BBQ guide.

Aussie public BBQs are simple to use. Majority of sites listed on this website are gas or electric BBQs. Simply press the button and it will turn on for a set amount of time (10-20 minutes).

We do also list wood fired BBQs on this site, so check the above descriptions and photos to be prepared.

Check out our How To Use Public BBQ Guide for further information.

Did you turn it on properly? Check out our How to Use Public BBQ guide.

If you are convinced that the BBQ has issues, then contact Southern Downs council and let them know it's faulty.

You should first check with Southern Downs council about the rules and restrictions.

Generally, it is permissible to utilize your own gas BBQ, provided it remains under continuous supervision. However, the usage of Charcoal BBQ's is typically restricted, with the exception of parks equipped with designated charcoal disposal bins.

Check out our guide on Portable BBQs in Aussie Parks and Beaches for more information.