Mt Polhill Rest Area in Alice Springs, NT — photo 1

Mt Polhill Rest Area

Alice Springs, NT
At a glanceFree campsite
Free CampingToiletsCaravansDrinking WaterPets WelcomeFire Place

About this campsite

Mt Polhill Rest Area is an easily accessible, free overnight rest area located beside a highway with a smooth bitumen surface that offers a drive-through configuration. This location is known for its convenient, unobstructed passage for any vehicle size. Its proximity to the highway makes it ideal for uninterrupted travel and it offers a tranquil space for road users to refresh and regain strength for their journey ahead.

Mt Polhill Rest Area is an easily accessible, free overnight rest spot with a made road surface for comfortable parking. It's right next to the highway and features a convenient drive-through layout, perfect for road trip stopovers. At this rest area, travelers can stretch their legs, take a break from driving, and enjoy the nearby natural beauty. It makes for a safe, convenient, and serene pit stop during your journey.

What this place offers

Amenities

Toilets
Drinking Water

Accommodation Types

Caravans
Free Camping

Facilities

Picnic Tables
Shade

Rules & Accessibility

Pets Welcome

Other Features

Lookout
Unknown feature
Fire Place
Overnight Rest Area
Day Rest Area
Free Overnight Camp
Day Use Area
Maximum 24 hrs

Location

Mt Polhill Rest Area•Stuart Highway, Alice Springs, NT, 0870

Weather Forecast

via Open-Meteo
TODAY☁️
32° / 16°
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TUE🌤️
28° / 16°
💧 22%
WED☀️
30° / 15°
💧 2%
THU☁️
35° / 19°
💧 4%
FRI🌦️
36° / 23°
💧 37%

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within 50km

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Stuart Highway

Alice Springs, NT 0870

Mt Polhill Rest Area

Free · no booking needed