Glenelg River Rest Area
Glenelg River Rest Area
About this rest area
The Glenelg River Rest Area offers a tranquil space for relaxation or a pit stop during travel. Nestled by the Glenelg River, its picturesque location makes it a perfect place for picnics, with a large tree providing ample shade. Facility provides a fireplace for those colder days. The rest area is easily accessible and designed so that vehicles can efficiently drive through. Enjoy the area's natural beauty on your journey.
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Glenelg River Rest Area•Princes Highway, Dartmoor, VIC, 3304
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Common questions about Glenelg River Rest Area
What facilities does Glenelg River Rest Area have?
Glenelg River Rest Area has drive through configuration, adjacent to glenelg river, fire place, information board, caravans and information. That is the short list; 13 facilities are recorded for this site in total. Facilities at camps change, particularly after a wet season, so check the operator or the managing authority if one of them decides your trip.
Are dogs allowed at Glenelg River Rest Area?
The record for Glenelg River Rest Area lists "Pets Welcome", so dogs are welcome here. National parks and conservation areas nearby often take a different view, so check the rules for any day trips you have planned. Keep them on a lead around other campers and clean up after them, and nobody has a problem with it.
Can you book Glenelg River Rest Area online?
We hold no online booking link for Glenelg River Rest Area, so it is not bookable through this page. Many parks and showgrounds still require a booking, so contact the operator before you go. Their website or phone number is the fastest way to confirm a site.
Where is Glenelg River Rest Area?
Glenelg River Rest Area sits in Dartmoor, VIC. The map on this page shows the exact spot, and the coordinates travel straight into your navigation app. Check road conditions before you set out if you are towing, since access tracks can change with the weather.
Facilities at Glenelg River Rest Area
| Facility | On site |
|---|---|
| Drive through configuration | Yes |
| Adjacent to Glenelg River | Yes |
| Fire Place | Yes |
| Information Board | Yes |
| Caravans | Yes |
| Information | Yes |
| Long Rig | Yes |
| Mobile Phone Coverage | Yes |
| Day Rest Area | Yes |
| Pets Welcome | Yes |
| Picnic Tables | Yes |
| Drinking Water | Yes |
| Yes | |
| Day Use Area | Yes |
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Princes Highway
Dartmoor, VIC 3304