Waurn Ponds Rest Area
Waurn Ponds Rest Area
About this rest area
Rest area 11km southwest of Geelong on the Princes Highway. Both sides of the highway with toilets, picnic area, and shade. A popular stop for travellers on the Melbourne to Great Ocean Road corridor.
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Waurn Ponds Rest Area•Princes Highway, Waurn Ponds, VIC, 3216
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Common questions about Waurn Ponds Rest Area
What facilities does Waurn Ponds Rest Area have?
Waurn Ponds Rest Area has caravans, picnic tables, day rest area, swimming, pets welcome and toilets. 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 Waurn Ponds Rest Area?
The record for Waurn Ponds 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 Waurn Ponds Rest Area online?
We hold no online booking link for Waurn Ponds 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 Waurn Ponds Rest Area?
Waurn Ponds Rest Area sits in Waurn Ponds, 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 Waurn Ponds Rest Area
| Facility | On site |
|---|---|
| Caravans | Yes |
| Picnic Tables | Yes |
| Day Rest Area | Yes |
| Swimming | Yes |
| Pets Welcome | Yes |
| Toilets | Yes |
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Princes Highway
Waurn Ponds, VIC 3216