Bool Lagoon Turnoff Rest Area
Bool Lagoon Turnoff Rest Area
About this campsite
The Bool Lagoon Turnoff Rest Area offers a free overnight stay, situated next to the scenic Narracoorte Road. It's an ideal spot for those on long road trips, featuring a convenient drive-through configuration and ample shade. However, note that there are no toilet facilities available. Enjoy a peaceful sleep and maybe do some stargazing in this natural and serene location.
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Bool Lagoon Turnoff Rest Area•Naracoorte Road, Joanna, SA, 5271
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Common questions about Bool Lagoon Turnoff Rest Area
Is Bool Lagoon Turnoff Rest Area free to camp at?
We have Bool Lagoon Turnoff Rest Area in Joanna, SA recorded as a free camp, but we have not confirmed that with the operator, so treat it as unconfirmed. Sites change hands and councils bring in fees, so check the current rate before you commit to the drive.
What facilities does Bool Lagoon Turnoff Rest Area have?
Bool Lagoon Turnoff Rest Area has day use area, free overnight camp, watch for tree branches, caravans, picnic tables and tent site. That is the short list; 14 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 Bool Lagoon Turnoff Rest Area?
The record for Bool Lagoon Turnoff 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 Bool Lagoon Turnoff Rest Area online?
We hold no online booking link for Bool Lagoon Turnoff 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 Bool Lagoon Turnoff Rest Area?
Bool Lagoon Turnoff Rest Area sits in Joanna, SA. 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 Bool Lagoon Turnoff Rest Area
| Facility | On site |
|---|---|
| Day Use Area | Yes |
| Free Overnight Camp | Yes |
| Watch for tree branches | Yes |
| Caravans | Yes |
| Picnic Tables | Yes |
| Tent Site | Yes |
| Day Rest Area | Yes |
| Overnight Rest Area | Yes |
| Long Rig | Yes |
| Pets Welcome | Yes |
| Free Camping | Yes |
| Bin | Yes |
| Mobile Phone Coverage | Yes |
| Shade | Yes |
| Yes |
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Naracoorte Road
Joanna, SA 5271