Cockburn Rest Area in Lake Argyle, WA β€” photo 1

Cockburn Rest Area

Lake Argyle, WA
At a glanceFree campsite
Free CampingTent SiteFire PlaceBBQPets WelcomeToiletsCaravansDump Point

About this campsite

Cockburn Rest Area is a spacious stopover situated on the crossroads of the Great Northern Highway and Victoria Highway, perfect for rigs of any size. Despite occasional traffic noise and dust, its strategic location makes it a popular interim point for adventurers going west via the Gibb River Road or towards Wyndham. It is a bustling rest area often bustling with travelers seeking convenience and camaraderie.

Cockburn Rest Area is a spacious, accessible destination particularly suited to any size rig. Nestled at the intersection of the Great Northern Highway and Victoria Highway, this hub is quite the hive of activity. Although there may be occasional traffic noise and dust, the convenience it affords cannot be overstated. If you're journeying west via the Gibb River Road or heading towards Wyndham, Cockburn Rest Area is an ideal pit stop. Its popularity among travelers speaks volumes about its utility and strategic position. The area offers a perfect opportunity for a break and refreshment, making your journey more comfortable and enjoyable. Come see why Cockburn Rest Area is a go-to rest point for many on the open road.

How to Get There

45km west of Kununurra. At junction of Great Northern Highway and Victoria Highway.

What this place offers

Amenities

Toilets

Accommodation Types

Tent Site
Free Camping
Caravans

Facilities

Shade
Picnic Tables
BBQ
Dump Point

Rules & Accessibility

Pets Welcome

Other Features

Free Overnight Camp
Fire Place
Overnight Rest Area
Day Use Area
One covered picnic area
Long Rig
Toilets and dump point
Unknown feature
Day Rest Area

Location

Cockburn Rest Areaβ€’Great Northern Highway, Lake Argyle, WA, 6743

Weather Forecast

via Open-Meteo
TODAY🌦️
37Β° / 24Β°
πŸ’§ 53%
WED🌦️
37Β° / 25Β°
πŸ’§ 18%
THU☁️
38Β° / 26Β°
πŸ’§ 30%
FRI🌦️
38Β° / 24Β°
πŸ’§ 39%
SAT🌦️
38Β° / 26Β°
πŸ’§ 43%

Common questions about Cockburn Rest Area

Is Cockburn Rest Area free to camp at?

We have Cockburn Rest Area in Lake Argyle, WA 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 Cockburn Rest Area have?

Cockburn Rest Area has shade, free overnight camp, picnic tables, tent site, fire place and overnight rest area. 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 Cockburn Rest Area?

The record for Cockburn 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 Cockburn Rest Area online?

We hold no online booking link for Cockburn 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 Cockburn Rest Area?

Cockburn Rest Area sits in Lake Argyle, WA. 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 Cockburn Rest Area

Facilities recorded for Cockburn Rest Area
FacilityOn site
ShadeYes
Free Overnight CampYes
Picnic TablesYes
Tent SiteYes
Fire PlaceYes
Overnight Rest AreaYes
Free CampingYes
BBQYes
Pets WelcomeYes
Day Use AreaYes
One covered picnic areaYes
Long RigYes
ToiletsYes
Toilets and dump pointYes
Yes
CaravansYes
Day Rest AreaYes
Dump PointYes

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Free camp β€” fee unconfirmed

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Free campsite β€” no booking needed, sites are first come, first served.

Listed as a free camp β€” we have not confirmed the fee with the operator
Councils and new owners do bring in fees, so ring ahead or check signage
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Great Northern Highway

Lake Argyle, WA 6743

Cockburn Rest Area

Free Β· no booking needed