Afghan Rock Rest Area

Balladonia, WA

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Afghan Rock Rest Area

Balladonia, WA

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About this campsite

Afghan Rock Rest Area is a spacious and accommodating rest stop ideal for any rig size, with convenient drive-through access. The site offers ample shade and is frequented by trucks. There are additional tracks to help visitors distance themselves from the main highway, making it an excellent choice for a peaceful overnight stay. Moreover, the area enjoys strong Telstra mobile phone signal coverage, ensuring you stay connected during your visit.

The Afghan Rock Rest Area is a spacious, accommodating rest stop suitable for vehicles of all sizes. Surrounded by refreshing shade, it's frequented by trucks and functions as an excellent overnight spot. The infrastructure incorporates distinct tracks to separate trucks from mainstream bays, offering a quieter sanctuary away from the main highway. Plus, visitors enjoy uninterrupted connectivity courtesy of the strong Telstra mobile phone service. It's a level terrain, making it a favorable choice for travelers seeking a convenient and stress-free overnight stop.

How to Get There

50km east of Balladonia, 132km west of Caiguna on the southern side of Eyre Highway.

What this place offers

Accommodation Types

Tent Site

Free Camping

Caravans

Facilities

Picnic Tables

Shade

Rules & Accessibility

Pets Welcome

Other Features

Overnight Rest Area

Day Use Area

Mobile Phone Coverage

Free Overnight Camp

Strong mobile phone signal

Picnic tables and bins

Long Rig

Tracks into scrub to shady spots away from the highway

Unknown feature

Day Rest Area

Location

Afghan Rock Rest Area•Eyre Highway, Balladonia, WA, 6443

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