Balladonia
Town
Balladonia lies on the Eyre Highway on the western edge of the Nullarbor Plain. Its closest towns are Norseman, 191 kilometres to the west, and Caiguna, 182 kilometres to the east. This arid desert shrubland is one of the world's oldest landscapes, containing seashells millions of years old from when the area was ocean floor. Balladonia made world headlines in 1979 when space debris from NASA's Skylab landed 40 kilometres east on Woorlba Station.
Visitor Information
Balladonia Roadhouse, Eyre Hwy; (08) 9039 3453
Nearby national parks
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Cape Arid National Park
Lying on Western Australia’s rugged south coast, Cape Arid National Park protects a stunning coastline of sweeping beaches rimmed by...more -
Cape Le Grand National Park
Lying to the east of Esperance on Western Australia’s rugged south coast, Cape Le Grand National Park boasts undulating heathlands,...more
Nearby towns
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Norseman
Norseman is the last large town on the Eyre Highway for travellers heading east towards South Australia. Gold put Norseman on the map in...more -
Caiguna
The small community of Caiguna, on the Nullarbor Plain, consists of a 24-hour roadhouse, caravan park, motel, restaurant and service...more -
Esperance
Esperance was a sleepy backwater until, in the 1950s, it was found that adding trace elements to the sandy soil made farming feasible. The...more
In Town
Cultural Heritage Museum Learn about the crash-landing of Skylab, local indigenous culture, early explorers, Afghan cameleers and other chapters in the area's history. Balladonia Roadhouse, Eyre Hwy.
Nearby
90-Mile Straight Have your photo taken beside the signpost marking the western end of the longest straight stretch of road in Australia, which runs for 90 miles (146.6 km) between Balladonia and Caiguna. Begins 35 km E.Newman Rocks: superb views from rocky outcrop, with picnic and camping areas on-site; 50 km W. Cape Arid National Park and Israelite Bay: great birdwatching and fishing; access via 4WD track, south of town; check track conditions at roadhouse.
Eco-friendly activities around town
Beach and wetland walks 233 km
There is no shortage of great beaches to walk on around Esperance, and during the winter–springwhale-watching season you are likely to see one or two of these large marine mammals. But for a walk with a different... Find out moreCafes & restaurants around town
Campsites around town
Balladonia Roadhouse Caravan Park
There are caravan facilities and other accommodation options at this iconic roadhouse on the Eyre Hwy at Balladonia, 191 km east of Norseman. Claypans typical of the region can be photographed, along with old stone walls... Find out moreDeralinya Ruins camping area (bush camping) 81 km
Deralinya Ruins area is 7 km west of Mt Ragged Track, a little west of Parmango Rd. Access is via a track 12.4 km south of the meeting of Balladonia Rd and Mt Ragged Track. Camping here in the vicinity of the ruins is in... Find out moreBalbinya Ruins camping area (bush camping) 81 km
Balbinya Ruins bush camping area is reached by an access track, 12.4 km south of the junction of Mt Ragged Track and Balladonia Rd. There are no facilities in this open grassland area, with the best campsites set around... Find out moreFraser Range Sheep Station 84 km
Fraser Range Station is 1.5 km south of the Eyre Hwy, 100 km east of Norseman. It offers weary travellers an unusual outback experience, with bushwalking, station tours, camping and other accommodation available.... Find out moreMount Ragged camping area 124 km
Mt Ragged camping area is in the northern part of the park, 3.3 km east of Balladonia Rd and 131 km south of the Eyre Hwy (Balladonia Roadhouse). The road is 4WD access only and can be closed when wet. Bring drinking... Find out moreIsraelite Bay camping area (bush camping) 143 km
Israelite Bay bush camping area is set in coastal vegetation by the beach on Fisheries Rd, 204 km east of Esperance. A great spot for self-sufficient anglers, there are no facilities here and 4WD access through Cape Arid... Find out morePoint Malcolm camping area 161 km
Point Malcolm camping area is 13 km south of Fisheries Rd, 59 km east of the signposted Poison Creek turn-off. The small site is near the beach, with a bit of shade and shelter from the coastal vegetation but no... Find out moreSeal Creek camping area 175 km
On Poison Creek Rd, 26 km south-east of Merivale Rd reached via Fisheries Rd, Seal Creek camping area is in a coastal environment behind the dunes, with some shade and basic facilities available. A 4WD is recommended.... Find out moreCaiguna Roadhouse Caravan Park 176 km
This roadhouse with caravan park facilities but no firewood is on the Eyre Hwy at Caiguna, 181 km east of Balladonia. Between Balladonia and Caiguna is the 90 mile straight, the longest stretch of straight road in... Find out moreThomas River camping area 176 km
Thomas River camping area is on 8.6 km along Thomas River Rd, off Merivale Rd, 105 km east of Esperance. The camping area is near the river, overlooking the ocean. Bring drinking water and a gas/fuel stove.... Find out moreCaravan parks around town
Fraser Range Station Caravan Park 85 km
This is a great find. Approximately 89 km north-west of Balladonia Roadhouse and some 100 km east of Norseman, the station caravan park is 2 km off the highway on a well-signposted good dirt road. The park has a number... Find out moreGateway Caravan Park 174 km
A conveniently situated park at the western end of the Nullarbor Plain, this place is close to the highway junction and about 1 km from the centre of town. The park has good amenities and most basic facilities. It is a... Find out morePine Grove Holiday Park 230 km
This is a good park, located 3 km from the centre of town. Its facilities include a well-stocked shop and a recreation room. Bookings are required at Christmas, Easter and long weekends and a minimum-stay period applies.... Find out moreEsperance Seafront Caravan Park 230 km
This large park is just 2 km from the town centre and across the road from the beach; it is possible to walk to town along the beach. The park has good amenities and a lovely grassy playground that seems to host a... Find out morePink Lake Tourist Park 234 km
This is a quality park at a competitive price. Located just 2 km from the centre of town, the park has a wide range of facilities and amenities including a good camp kitchen. The place is popular with campervans and... Find out moreHotels, motels & B&Bs around town
Rest areas around town
Harms Lake Rest Area 27 km
164 km E of Norseman (L) or 27 km W of Balladonia (R) Large area well off the highway among a few trees. Limited shade. GPS: S32 13.514 E123 22.621 ... Find out moreWoorlba Rest Area 47 km
50 km E of Balladonia (R) or 131 km W of Caiguna (L) Large area just off the highway among the trees. Good facilities and shade. NOTE: Emergency phone only. GPS: S32 26.218 E124 06.275 ... Find out moreFraser Range Camp Area 85 km
103 km E of Norseman (R) or 88 km W of Balladonia (L) Homestead camp area located 1.5 kilometres south of the highway. Excellent facilities. Limited shade. NOTE: Access road unsealed. GPS: S32 01.45 E122 47.40... Find out moreFraser Range Rest Area 101 km
83 km E of Norseman (R) or 108 km W of Balladonia (L) Large area just off the highway among the trees. Good facilities. Limited shade. GPS: S32 04.403 E122 35.568... Find out moreTen Mile Rocks Rest Area 105 km
80 km E of Norseman (L) or 111 km W of Balladonia (R) Large area just off the highway among the trees. Good facilities and shade. GPS: S32 04.063 E122 33.572... Find out moreBaxter Rest Area 110 km
114 km E of Balladonia (R) or 67 km W of Caiguna (L) Large secluded area just off the highway among the trees. Good facilities and shade. GPS: S32 21.424 E124 47.202 ... Find out moreDomblegabby Rest Area 137 km
141 km E of Balladonia (R) or 40 km W of Caiguna (L) Large area well off the highway surrounded by low scrub at a tank site. GPS: S32 19.265 E125 04.496 ... Find out more
