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Tamworth Airport Rest Area

Westdale, NSW
At a glanceFree campsite
Free CampingPets WelcomeToiletsCaravansDump pointDump PointBBQDrinking Water

About this campsite

Tamworth Airport Rest Area is a convenient pit stop offering facilities and comfort for travelers. It is equipped with a dump point for RVs, providing practical support for road adventurers. Despite its proximity to the road, travelers can enjoy a break from their journey in a unique airport environment. It's an ideal place for relaxation and watching the occasional plane take off or land, making for a memorable pit-stop experience.

The Tamworth Airport Rest Area provides hassle-free accessibility and is renowned for its close proximity to the road. It's a location that immerses you in rustic charm, albeit with a touch of dust. But it doesn't stop there, the rest area is exceptionally resourceful with the availability of a dump point, making it convenient for visitors. This spot exemplifies a perfect blend of essential facilities and rustic allure, ensuring that every visit is both comfortable and memorable. Experience a restfulness like nowhere else at the Tamworth Airport Rest Area.

What this place offers

Amenities

Toilets
Drinking Water

Accommodation Types

Caravans
Free Camping

Facilities

Shade
Picnic Tables
Dump Point
BBQ

Rules & Accessibility

Pets Welcome

Other Features

Day Use Area
Free Overnight Camp
Bin
Mobile Phone Coverage
Very close to the road and very dusty
Dump point
Overnight Rest Area
Maximum 20 hrs
Day Rest Area
Unknown feature
Long Rig

Location

Tamworth Airport Rest Area•Oxley Highway, Westdale, NSW, 2340

Weather Forecast

via Open-Meteo
SUN🌦️
26° / 15°
💧 16%
TODAY🌦️
24° / 14°
💧 35%
TUE🌦️
27° / 14°
💧 27%
WED☁️
23° / 12°
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THU☀️
24° / 9°
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Oxley Highway

Westdale, NSW 2340

Tamworth Airport Rest Area

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