
Brocklehurst Rest Area




Brocklehurst Rest Area
About this campsite
Brocklehurst Rest Area provides a tranquil respite for travelers on the Newell Highway just north of Dubbo. With its generous, level space, it can comfortably accommodate even large vehicles. Amenities include convenient picnic tables and well-maintained rubbish bins for cleanliness. Though no toilet facilities are available, the rest area is set far enough from the highway for peace and quiet, making it an ideal spot for picnics or rest after long drives.
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Location
Brocklehurst Rest Area•Newell Highway, Brocklehurst, NSW, 2830
Common questions about Brocklehurst Rest Area
Is Brocklehurst Rest Area free to camp at?
We have Brocklehurst Rest Area in Brocklehurst, NSW 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 Brocklehurst Rest Area have?
Brocklehurst Rest Area has no toilets, shade, day rest area, free overnight camp, picnic tables and level blue metal surface with lots of room for big rigs. That is the short list; 16 facilities are recorded for this site in total.
Are dogs allowed at Brocklehurst Rest Area?
The record for Brocklehurst 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 Brocklehurst Rest Area online?
We hold no online booking link for Brocklehurst 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 Brocklehurst Rest Area?
Brocklehurst Rest Area sits in Brocklehurst, 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 Brocklehurst Rest Area
| Facility | On site |
|---|---|
| No toilets | Yes |
| Shade | Yes |
| Day Rest Area | Yes |
| Free Overnight Camp | Yes |
| Picnic Tables | Yes |
| level blue metal surface with lots of room for big rigs | Yes |
| Day Use Area | Yes |
| Overnight Rest Area | Yes |
| Free Camping | Yes |
| Long Rig | Yes |
| Yes | |
| Mobile Phone Coverage | Yes |
| Pets Welcome | Yes |
| Picnic tables and bins | Yes |
| Very large | Yes |
| Bin | Yes |
| Caravans | Yes |
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Newell Highway
Brocklehurst, NSW 2830
Brocklehurst Rest Area
Free · no booking needed
