Balranald South Rest Area
Balranald South Rest Area
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Balranald South Rest Area is a convenient stopover site located at the intersection of Sturt and Mallee Highways, perfect for those long travels. This rest area offers free overnight stays, making journeys more relaxed and safer by preventing driver fatigue. It features an information board for local guidance and picnic tables for outdoor meals. Moreover, during holiday seasons, a driver reviver operates to ensure refreshed and safe continuance of your journey.
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Balranald South Rest Area•Cnr Sturt Highway & Mallee Highway, Balranald, NSW, 2715
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Cnr Sturt Highway & Mallee Highway
Balranald, NSW 2715
Balranald South Rest Area
Free · no booking needed