Bathurst 1000 Campsites Gone in 90 Minutes — What WA Fans Need to Know

If you needed any proof that Australians are serious about their motorsport, here it is: more than 7000 campsites at Mount Panorama for the 2025 Repco Bathurst 1000 sold out in under 90 minutes when they went on public sale this week. That's not a typo.

For WA fans eyeing the trip east to catch the Great Race on 8–11 October, the window for camping has already closed — but that doesn't mean your plans are dead in the water.

What Happened and Why It Matters

The campsite sellout was driven partly by a record renewal rate: a reported 90 per cent of campers from 2025 locked in their same spots for 2026 before public sales even opened. By the time general tickets hit the market, fewer than 10 per cent of sites were left for newcomers — and those were gone inside an hour and a half.

Supercars chairman and interim CEO Barclay Nettlefold called it "the fastest sellout of campsites we have ever had," adding that camping at Bathurst is "an experience unlike any other."

He's not wrong. The Bathurst 1000 camping culture is a genuine phenomenon — multi-day, multi-generational, and loud in all the right ways. For WA fans who've only watched it on TV, the live atmosphere is a completely different beast.

The 2025 event also carries extra significance, featuring a tribute marking 20 years since the passing of Australian motorsport legend Peter Brock. If there was ever a year to make the trip, this is it.

Planning the Trip From Perth — What to Consider

Getting from Perth to Bathurst isn't a quick run up the freeway. You're looking at a cross-country commitment — either a flight into Sydney followed by a roughly four-hour drive west to Bathurst, or an epic road trip that most WA drivers would actually consider seriously.

If you're driving, the Perth to Bathurst haul is around 4000 kilometres one way. WA drivers are already well-acquainted with long-distance travel — anyone who's done the run to Esperance or up through the Pilbara knows how to pack for distance — but this one calls for genuine preparation. Fuel prices vary significantly once you cross the Nullarbor, so budget accordingly and don't let the tank drop below half in remote stretches.

For those flying in and hiring a car in Sydney, keep in mind that interstate hire vehicles can come with kilometre restrictions that'll bite you on a Bathurst run. Check the fine print.

Camping Is Gone — But You Still Have Options

Missing out on a campsite doesn't mean missing out on the race. General admission and grandstand tickets for the 8–11 October event are still available through the official Supercars website, and accommodation in Bathurst town itself — while it books fast — still has availability if you move quickly.

For hardcore fans who want in on the camping experience next year, the lesson is simple: register your interest early and treat the renewal window as your real deadline. By the time public sales open, you're already fighting over scraps.

The Bathurst 1000 is one of those events that WA motorsport fans often put off year after year. Given how fast 2025 sold out, and with the added draw of the Peter Brock tribute, this is a reasonable year to stop waiting and actually make it happen.