Campaspe River Rest Area
Campaspe River Rest Area
About this campsite
The Campaspe River Rest Area, despite its location between a highway and train line, offers a spacious and shaded overnight spot ideal for travelers. Along with the possibility of assembling a pleasant campfire, this rest area also provides a low-risk adventure of walking through long grass to reach the river. Be cautious though, as it is a habitat known for snakes.
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Location
Campaspe River Rest Area•Flinders Highway, The Cape, QLD, 4816
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via Open-MeteoCommon questions about Campaspe River Rest Area
Is Campaspe River Rest Area free to camp at?
We have Campaspe River Rest Area in The Cape, QLD recorded as a free camp, but we have not confirmed that with the operator, so treat it as unconfirmed. Sites change hands and councils bring in fees, so check the current rate before you commit to the drive.
What facilities does Campaspe River Rest Area have?
Campaspe River Rest Area has bin, long rig, overnight rest area, toilets, caravans and bbq. That is the short list; 17 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 Campaspe River Rest Area?
The record for Campaspe 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 Campaspe River Rest Area online?
We hold no online booking link for Campaspe 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 Campaspe River Rest Area?
Campaspe River Rest Area sits in The Cape, QLD. 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 Campaspe River Rest Area
| Facility | On site |
|---|---|
| Bin | Yes |
| Long Rig | Yes |
| Overnight Rest Area | Yes |
| Toilets | Yes |
| Caravans | Yes |
| BBQ | Yes |
| Yes | |
| Picnic Tables | Yes |
| Mobile Phone Coverage | Yes |
| Campgrounds | Yes |
| Day Rest Area | Yes |
| Pets Welcome | Yes |
| Maximum 20 hrs | Yes |
| Day Use Area | Yes |
| Shade | Yes |
| Free Camping | Yes |
| Drinking Water | Yes |
| Free Overnight Camp | Yes |
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Flinders Highway
The Cape, QLD 4816