Bodalla Forest Park Rest Area

Bodalla, NSW

Bodalla, NSW

At a glanceFree campsite

Free CampingPets WelcomeDrinking WaterFire PlaceCaravansToilets

About this campsite

Bodalla Forest Park Rest Area is a tranquil, forest-surrounded getaway ideal for camping enthusiasts with large vehicles. Despite its convenient highway proximity, its isolated setting promises a serene experience. Ample drinking water availability and the opportunity for a lovely stroll down Mummuga Lake walk make it a top spot for nature lovers. Please be aware that facilities like public restrooms may occasionally be out of service. Enjoy your stay amidst the soothing call of nature.

Nestled within the tranquility of nature, Bodalla Forest Park Rest Area offers a serene camping spot surrounded by luxuriant forest. A haven for big rigs with its six purposefully levelled areas, the rest stop is positioned away from the hustle of the highway, encouraging quietude and peace. Facilities include a drinking tap for fresh water availability. Enjoy the picturesque views on the Mummuga Lake walk, which is known for its captivating beauty. Please be informed that as of the latest update in June 2013, the ladies' toilet facility was reported to be non-functional. With its blend of convenience and nature's abundance, Bodalla Forest Park Rest Area promises to be an idyllic camping spot.

What this place offers

Amenities

Drinking Water

Toilets

Accommodation Types

Caravans

Free Camping

Facilities

Shade

Picnic Tables

Rules & Accessibility

Pets Welcome

Other Features

Use repellant for the mosquitoes

Walking

Maximum 24 hrs

Fire Place

Day Rest Area

Bin

Mobile Phone Coverage

Photo Opportunity

Limited space for caravans. Mostly sloping ground.

Day Use Area

Overnight Rest Area

Free Overnight Camp

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Location

Bodalla Forest Park Rest Area•Princes Highway, Bodalla, NSW, 2545

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Common questions about Bodalla Forest Park Rest Area

Is Bodalla Forest Park Rest Area free to camp at?

Yes. Bodalla Forest Park Rest Area in Bodalla, NSW 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: use repellant for the mosquitoes, pets welcome, walking and maximum 24 hrs.

What facilities does Bodalla Forest Park Rest Area have?

Bodalla Forest Park Rest Area has use repellant for the mosquitoes, pets welcome, walking, maximum 24 hrs, shade and drinking water. That is the short list; 19 facilities are recorded for this site in total. 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 Bodalla Forest Park Rest Area?

The record for Bodalla Forest Park 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 Bodalla Forest Park Rest Area online?

We hold no online booking link for Bodalla Forest Park Rest Area, so it is not bookable through this page. For sites like this, turning up early in the day is the surest way to get a spot, particularly in peak season.

Where is Bodalla Forest Park Rest Area?

Bodalla Forest Park Rest Area sits in Bodalla, NSW. 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 Bodalla Forest Park Rest Area

Facilities recorded for Bodalla Forest Park Rest Area
Facility	On site
Use repellant for the mosquitoes	Yes
Pets Welcome	Yes
Walking	Yes
Maximum 24 hrs	Yes
Shade	Yes
Drinking Water	Yes
Fire Place	Yes
Day Rest Area	Yes
Bin	Yes
Picnic Tables	Yes
Mobile Phone Coverage	Yes
Caravans	Yes
Photo Opportunity	Yes
Toilets	Yes
Free Camping	Yes
Limited space for caravans. Mostly sloping ground.	Yes
Day Use Area	Yes
Overnight Rest Area	Yes
Free Overnight Camp	Yes
	Yes

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