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Cambridge Plateau Rest Area

Cambridge Plateau, NSW
At a glance
Rest AreaToiletsNo PetsFire Place

About this rest area

The Cambridge Plateau Rest Area, located amidst natural beauty, provides various facilities like clean restrooms and picnic tables. It offers breathtaking eastern views and a couple of enticing forest walks, inviting both relaxation and adventure. Plus, the journey itself can become a scenic drive by taking two different routes to arrive and leave the place, offering a fresh perspective every time. Perfect for travelers seeking tranquility and nature's charm.

The Cambridge Plateau Rest Area is a top-tier location providing stunning easterly views and unique forest walking experiences. With clean restroom facilities and covered picnic spots, it ensures a comfortable outdoor getaway. To maximize the scenic experience, you can opt for different arrival and departure routes, each providing its own captivating views. The rest area serves as an appealing destination for nature lovers and adventure seekers.

How to Get There

Can be accessed from either the Brunswick Highway at the top of the range near Mallanganee on Richmond Range Road, or Peacock Creek Road from Bonalbo end. Either road is narrow with a speed limit of 40 Km/H. Not suitable for caravans. Watch for wildlife which appear without warning.

What this place offers

Amenities

Toilets

Facilities

Picnic Tables
Shade

Rules & Accessibility

No Pets

Other Features

Day Rest Area
Covered picnic tables
Walking
No Caravans
Not suitable for caravans
National Park
Bird Watching
Clean toilets
Great views
Fire Place
Day Use Area
Bushwaking and birdwatching
Dry Access Only
Unknown feature
No pets allowed
No Long Rigs

Location

Cambridge Plateau Rest Area•Cambridge Forest Road, Cambridge Plateau, NSW, 2469

Weather Forecast

via Open-Meteo
TODAY⛈️
26° / 18°
💧 98%
MON🌦️
31° / 19°
💧 74%
TUE🌦️
23° / 16°
💧 80%
WED🌫️
27° / 15°
💧 35%
THU🌫️
26° / 13°
💧 21%

Common questions about Cambridge Plateau Rest Area

What facilities does Cambridge Plateau Rest Area have?

Cambridge Plateau Rest Area has day rest area, covered picnic tables, walking, toilets, national park and bird watching. 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 Cambridge Plateau Rest Area?

No. The record for Cambridge Plateau Rest Area lists "No Pets", so dogs are not allowed here. That is common in national parks and conservation reserves, where the rule protects wildlife and other campers. If the dog is coming with you, look at the nearby sites on this page and check their rules before you drive out.

Can you book Cambridge Plateau Rest Area online?

We hold no online booking link for Cambridge Plateau Rest Area, so it is not bookable through this page. Many parks and showgrounds still require a booking, so contact the operator before you go. Their website or phone number is the fastest way to confirm a site.

Where is Cambridge Plateau Rest Area?

Cambridge Plateau Rest Area sits in Cambridge Plateau, 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 Cambridge Plateau Rest Area

Facilities recorded for Cambridge Plateau Rest Area
FacilityOn site
Day Rest AreaYes
Covered picnic tablesYes
WalkingYes
No CaravansYes
Not suitable for caravansYes
ToiletsYes
National ParkYes
No PetsYes
Bird WatchingYes
Clean toiletsYes
Picnic TablesYes
Great viewsYes
Fire PlaceYes
ShadeYes
Day Use AreaYes
Bushwaking and birdwatchingYes
Dry Access OnlyYes
Yes
No pets allowedYes
No Long RigsYes

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Cambridge Forest Road

Cambridge Plateau, NSW 2469

Cambridge Plateau Rest Area