Agnes River Rest Area in Agnes, VIC — photo 1

Agnes River Rest Area

Agnes, VIC
At a glanceFree campsite
Free CampingCaravansPets WelcomeTent Site

About this campsite

Agnes River Rest Area is a peaceful, shaded oasis perfect for taking breaks on your road trip. Located right off the highway, it provides an ideal overnight stop with its beautiful natural environment. Even though it lacks amenities, its tranquillity, and the picturesque surroundings make it a favorite stopover among travellers. Be warned, the beauty and calm might beckon you to extend your break!

Discover the serene charm of the Agnes River Rest Area. Ideal for brief stops or overnight stays, its location is shielded by lush trees, assuring privacy and respite from your long journey. Please note that this site is equipped without amenities, enabling you to truly connect with nature and experience a restful stay framed with the harmony of chirping birds and gentle sounds of the Agnes River. Featured as a free way-side stop, this area promises a quaint and peaceful retreat from the hustle-bustle of the highway, effortlessly complementing your travel journey.

How to Get There

1km west of Agness, 5.5km east of Toora on the southern side of the South Gippsland Highway

What this place offers

Accommodation Types

Caravans
Free Camping
Tent Site

Facilities

Picnic Tables
Shade

Rules & Accessibility

Pets Welcome

Other Features

Day Use Area
Mobile Phone Coverage
Beware of overhanging branches
Day Rest Area
Overnight Rest Area
Free Overnight Camp
Unknown feature
Long Rig
Bin

Location

Agnes River Rest Area•South Gippsland Highway, Agnes, VIC, 3962

Weather Forecast

Data from MET Norway
SAT🌧️
19° / 15°
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SUN🌧️
17° / 11°
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MON🌦️
13° / 9°
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TUE🌧️
12° / 8°
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WED☁️
15° / 10°
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Common questions about Agnes River Rest Area

Is Agnes River Rest Area free to camp at?

Yes. Agnes River Rest Area in Agnes, VIC is a free camp, so there is no nightly fee to stay. There is no booking system for it, so plan on first in, best dressed, especially on long weekends. Facilities on site: day use area, mobile phone coverage, beware of overhanging branches and day rest area.

What facilities does Agnes River Rest Area have?

Agnes River Rest Area has day use area, mobile phone coverage, beware of overhanging branches, day rest area, overnight rest area and caravans. That is the short list; 14 facilities are recorded for this site in total. The list comes from the site record rather than a visit, so treat it as a guide.

Are dogs allowed at Agnes River Rest Area?

The record for Agnes 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 Agnes River Rest Area online?

We hold no online booking link for Agnes 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 Agnes River Rest Area?

Agnes River Rest Area sits in Agnes, 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 Agnes River Rest Area

Facilities recorded for Agnes River Rest Area
FacilityOn site
Day Use AreaYes
Mobile Phone CoverageYes
Beware of overhanging branchesYes
Day Rest AreaYes
Overnight Rest AreaYes
CaravansYes
Picnic TablesYes
Free Overnight CampYes
Yes
Long RigYes
BinYes
Free CampingYes
ShadeYes
Pets WelcomeYes
Tent SiteYes

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Fire Danger
Tomorrow
19°·76%·23km/h
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Sun
17°·87%·31km/h
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Mon
13°·59%·39km/h
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South Gippsland Highway

Agnes, VIC 3962

Agnes River Rest Area

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