
Blackbull Rest Area

Blackbull Rest Area
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Blackbull Rest Area offers a convenient pit-stop for travelers, located midway between Normanton and Croydon in Far North Queensland. Well-equipped with a covered picnic table and an eco-toilet, it ensures visitors' comfort while they take a break from their journey. Despite its proximity to the road, it promises ample space for different rig types, extending across rail tracks. Whether referred to as 'Black Bull' or 'Blackbull', it remains a crucial point on the Gulf Developmental Road.
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Blackbull Rest Area•Gulf Developmental Road, Blackbull, QLD, 4871
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Gulf Developmental Road
Blackbull, QLD 4871
Blackbull Rest Area
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