Bung Bong Rest Area in Bung Bong, VIC — photo 1

Bung Bong Rest Area

Bung Bong, VIC
Free CampingTent SiteCaravansPets Welcome

About this campsite

The Bung Bong Rest Area is a serene stopover along the highway featuring vast space for leisure or rest and an array of sun-lit and shaded spots. The area is adorned by an historic 19th-century church adding a touch of charm. Without built facilities, it provides a genuine outdoors experience, complete with the beauty of towering gum trees. It also offers a strong mobile signal, ensuring you stay connected even whilst soaking in the tranquility.

An ideal stopover for travelers, Bung Bong Rest Area is a sweeping, level space comfortably perched next to the highway. It emphasizes its historic charm with the spectacle of an old 19th-century church presiding over the entrance. Visitors can pick from either sun-drenched or shaded areas, set on sturdy gravel or lush grass. Despite its rustic serenity, the Bung Bong Rest Area doesn't compromise on connectivity with its robust mobile phone signal. The location exudes comfort and privacy, with tall gum trees extending their branches out, offering ample shade to its visitors. However, it's crucial to note that there are no additional facilities provided at the rest area. Therefore, visitors are encouraged to come prepared with necessities. The Bung Bong Rest Area makes up for this by immersing you in a tranquil travel break, adding a touch of comfort and convenience to your journey.

Features & Facilities

Accommodation Types

Tent Site
Caravans
Free Camping

Facilities

Shade

Other Features

Free Overnight Camp
No facilities
Day Use Area
Good for any size rig
Mobile Phone Coverage
Unknown feature
Day Rest Area
Long Rig
Pets Welcome
Strong mobile phone signal
Overnight Rest Area

Location

Bung Bong Rest AreaPyrenees Highway, Bung Bong, VIC, 3465

Weather Forecast

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TODAY☁️
14° / 6°
💧 4%
FRI☁️
13° / 4°
SAT☁️
12° / 4°
SUN☁️
12° / 4°
MON☁️
13° / 3°

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Fire Danger
Today
14°·62%·11km/h
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Tomorrow
13°·69%·7km/h
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Sat
12°·72%·7km/h
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Pyrenees Highway

Bung Bong, VIC 3465