Doing the Big Red Bash? Book a motorhome and camp in outback comfort
Stay near Birdsville’s Big Red Dune in a self-contained motorhome. Comfy beds, shade and your own space. Compare live availability from trusted Aussie brands.
What is the Big Red Bash
The Big Red Bash is the world’s most remote music festival. Three days of iconic Aussie acts and desert skies on the edge of the Simpson Desert near Birdsville, Queensland.
Camping is the only way to stay close. A motorhome gives you real beds, your own kitchen and bathroom, and shade in the outback sun.
Why hire a motorhome for the Big Red Bash
Remote location, limited facilities. Your motorhome is the ultimate outback basecamp.
- Stay close to the action with shade and airflow
- Sleep in real beds after long days in the desert
- Cook meals and keep drinks cold in your kitchen
- Your own toilet/shower — fewer queues
- Great for couples, families and groups
Camping setup
Large unpowered zones on hard desert flats. Bring everything for off-grid living.
- Self-sufficient only — water, power, waste
- No powered sites available
- Generators usually allowed in set hours/zones
- Dump points in Birdsville before/after
Stock up. It’s remote!
How to book a motorhome
Search, compare and book live availability from Australia’s top rental brands all in one place.
- Compare vans and motorhomes with real-time pricing
- Instant booking with transparent fees
- Pick up in Brisbane or other major cities
- Flexible dates before and after the festival
- Filter by berth, kitchen, toilet/shower, solar and more
Book your Big Red Bash motorhome early
Desert accommodation = your campsite. Motorhomes sell out months in advance. Lock yours in now.
- 2-berth campervans through 6-berth motorhomes
- Trusted Aussie rental providers
- Festival-friendly features and add-ons
Getting there
Birdsville is one of Australia’s most remote towns (~1,600 km west of Brisbane). The drive is an adventure. Plan fuel, water and time.
- From Brisbane: ~20–24 hrs via Charleville & Windorah (sealed most of the way; final stretch can vary)
- From Adelaide: ~18 hrs via Marree & Birdsville Track (4WD recommended)
- From Mount Isa: ~10 hrs via Boulia
- Nearest fuel/supplies: Birdsville township (~35 km from site)
Check QLD road reports before travelling; conditions change fast.
Travel tips
- Carry extra fuel, water, food and two spares
- Drive daylight hours. Wildlife & dust
- Telstra offers the best limited coverage
- Let tyres down on corrugations if needed; re-inflate at Birdsville
Allow 2–3 travel days each way.
FAQs
Yes — ensure it’s suitable for unpowered desert camping and carry enough water and power.
No. Bring solar, batteries or a compliant generator (check hours and zones each year).
Common pickup cities: Brisbane, Adelaide, Alice Springs. Choose based on your route.
Use Birdsville for fuel, limited groceries, water and dump points before/after the event.
Not always, but conditions vary. Check road reports and drive cautiously.
Warm days, cold nights. Pack sun protection and warm layers.
Limited, mostly Telstra. Download offline maps and share your itinerary in advance.
Generally not permitted on-site for safety and environmental reasons.