CAMPING FAQS

You will have the opportunity to select your camping spot when purchasing a ticket.

Camping

Small sites - 6m x 6m
Medium sites – 6m x 12m
Large sites – 6m x 18m

Glamping

Tents – Single, Twin or Quad Share

If you require a larger site, simply book an additional site of the same size.

Both! Entrant and spectator campers will be located in Tent City. 

We recommend max 4 people for a small site, 6 for medium and 8 for a large site. Each person camping on your site will need to purchase a camping pass and present this upon check-in.

Yes. The Rockynats drifting precinct is a 1.7km walk along the river. There will also be a shuttle bus service stop at the Rockhampton Showgrounds adjacent to Tent City, just a short 200m walk away. This shuttle will travel between all three precincts. Refer to the event app for times. 

Tent City is located at 4 Graeme Acton Way, Wandal (directly opposite the Rockhampton Showgrounds).

Yes you can, but pricing does not change for camping or glamping if you are arriving after the check-in date or departing before the check-out date.

Camping tickets are booked based on the size of the site you require, each person camping on the site with you will require to book a camping pass in addition to your site. Your camping pass must be purchased prior to the check-in process.  

On arrival to Tent City, drive through the entry gates and find a park in the check-in parking bay. Make your way to the check-in tent with your photo ID and camping pass. You will not be able to check-in on behalf of your guests - all campers must check-in with their own photo ID.

Check out is on Monday 7 April 2025. Due to a tight move-out schedule, campers must be off-site by 10am.

You’ll receive your camping wristband on check-in to Tent City. This must be worn throughout the duration of your stay to gain access to the camp ground. 

Yes, but please note powered sites are limited. Make sure you include your power requirements in the "extras" when booking a ticket. 

You’ll be issued with your camping vehicle access pass to Tent City on check-in. Cars will be issued with a dashboard pass. These passes must be visible at all times when entering and exiting Tent City.

No. You’ll need to purchase your event tickets separately to your camping ticket.

Saturday and Sunday vehicle access is permitted between 7am and 7pm. Note the exit gate will close at 6pm Saturday and Sunday afternoon, with the entry gate becoming two way access. Should you arrive back to Tent City after 7pm, you’ll be able to access the grounds as a pedestrian, leaving your vehicle parked on the street.

Yes. All camping and glamping guests will have access to hot showers and toilets. Be sure to pack your own toiletries.

Rockynats camping facilities operate on a strict No Open Fires Policy.

Small gas BBQs and cooktops are permitted.

All LPG bottles must be in good condition and within current stamped test date, LPG fittings must also be in good condition.

Safety checks may be conducted and any unsafe items must be removed from the site. While fire extinguishers are available in the communal cooking areas, it is also recommended that you bring your own fire extinguisher/fire blanket for your individual campsite.

There will be personnel onsite at all times during the day, with additional roving security onsite between 7pm and 7am each day.

No, there is no Wi-Fi provided at Tent City. There is also weak internet signal.

Please download your tickets or screenshot your tickets before arriving.

The internet signal is very weak and no internet facilities (e.g. free Wi-Fi) is not available. It is advised you download or screenshot your camping passes and tickets before arriving.

There are no ice facilities on site, however the Wandal IGA is within a 10 minute walk has ice available to purchase.

Yes! Each year Rockynats provides a selection of food vendors in Tent City. 

Glamping and camping bookings are strictly non-refundable.

Smoking is permitted in the designated smoking zone only.

No animals are permitted into the campground with the exception of assistance animals, guide dogs and Police support dogs.

No. Strictly only glampers and campers are permitted in Tent City.

All campers and glampers will be issued a wristband on check-in which will permit you re-entry. Anyone without a wristband will not be permitted on site.

Strictly no generators are permitted on site at Tent City. 

You are not permitted to bring alcohol or glass into the precinct.

There are two licensed venues, The Lionleigh Tavern and Rocky Sports Club, both within walking distance of the Tent City precinct.

All campers must adhere to onsite 8km/hr speed limit, no alcohol, no amplified music, no generators, no animals (other than trained assistance dogs), no digging of holes, use of tent pegs must be no greater than 150mm, must adhere to onsite noise rules between 9:30pm and 7:00am, no unauthorised guests, maintain social distancing, no prohibited items.

Tent City Terms & Conditions can be viewed here.(PDF, 123KB)

Camping & Glamping guests have access to a Jumbuck Solid Plate 6 burner club BBQ, BBQ utensils, toasters, microwave, hot water urns within the communal hang out areas.

There are also a number of dining options within a close proximity of Tent City, including Rocky Sports Club and the The Lionleigh Tavern.

Yes.

All vehicles must fit within your allocated site size. If you need additional space or have additional vehicles, you’ll need to purchase an additional site or park your vehicles offsite.

Limited storage of additional fuel (external to the fuel contained in a vehicle’s fitted fuel tanks/cells) is permitted in Tent City.

All fuel must be stored in containers that meet the relevant Australian Standard for the type of fuel being stored and as per QLD Government regulations total additional quantities may not exceed 250L per vehicle.

Fuel containers must remain within the contestant’s vehicle at all times and no refuelling of vehicles or equipment is permitted on site. 

Generally, glamping is reserved for spectators who don’t require trailers/entrant cars on site with them. If you need to camp with your cars, the camping option will be better suited for you.

Your glamping price includes four nights’ accommodation, a ready to go tent, stretcher and mattress (sheets/ blankets and pillows not included), LED lantern in your tent, access to communal hang out area equipped with cooking facilities (BBQ, hot water urns, toasters, microwave and fridge) charging stations, showers and toilets.

Yes. All glamping tents are fitted with a LED lantern.

You will need to bring proof of your glamping tent or camping site booking and a form of photo ID.

If you haven’t pre-booked bedding when reserving your glamping tent, you will also need to bring bedding (sheets and pillows).

At the time of booking, you can also select to include camping chairs, sleeping bag combo, 1.2m plastic tables, 42L Esky and tent privacy shade.

Your extra items booked with your glamping tent reservation will be waiting for you to pick up when you check into your tent.

Yes, all glamping tents are set up and ready prior to the Rare Spares Rockynats festival start date. All you need to do is turn up and check in!

If all windows and flaps are closed, the tents will be waterproof in typical rain. However, in extreme weather conditions and unusually heavy rain conditions, it cannot be guaranteed that the tents will remain 100% waterproof.

Yes. Each glamping site is permitted one parking spot located next to their tent.