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Chinchilla East Rest Area

Chinchilla, QLD
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About this rest area

The Chinchilla East Rest Area offers a convenient stop along the Warrego Highway with ample space for even long rigs. Enjoy a roadside picnic under partially shaded areas. Despite the lack of additional facilities, it serves as a much-needed sanctuary for travelers seeking a brief respite from their journey.

The Chinchilla East Rest Area is a convenient and spacious roadside stop located along the Warrego Highway. Featuring a long, gravel-lined space, it is perfectly adaptable for vehicles of any length, including longer rigs. You can enjoy a pause from your journey at one of the onsite picnic tables, or appreciate some shade offered by neighboring trees. Please note, however, the location lacks additional facilities.

What this place offers

Accommodation Types

Caravans

Facilities

Picnic Tables
Shade

Rules & Accessibility

Pets Welcome

Other Features

Bin
Day Rest Area
Long Rig
Mobile Phone Coverage
Unknown feature
Day Use Area

Location

Chinchilla East Rest AreaWarrego Highway, Chinchilla, QLD, 4413

Weather Forecast

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TODAY☀️
20° / 5°
THU☀️
18° / 5°
FRI☀️
19° / 4°
SAT🌤️
20° / 8°
💧 4%
SUN🌤️
20° / 8°
💧 2%

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Warrego Highway

Chinchilla, QLD 4413

Chinchilla East Rest Area