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Cockburn Rest Area

Lake Argyle, WA
At a glanceFree campsite
Free CampingTent SiteFire PlaceBBQPets WelcomeToiletsCaravansDump Point

About this campsite

Cockburn Rest Area is a spacious stopover situated on the crossroads of the Great Northern Highway and Victoria Highway, perfect for rigs of any size. Despite occasional traffic noise and dust, its strategic location makes it a popular interim point for adventurers going west via the Gibb River Road or towards Wyndham. It is a bustling rest area often bustling with travelers seeking convenience and camaraderie.

Cockburn Rest Area is a spacious, accessible destination particularly suited to any size rig. Nestled at the intersection of the Great Northern Highway and Victoria Highway, this hub is quite the hive of activity. Although there may be occasional traffic noise and dust, the convenience it affords cannot be overstated. If you're journeying west via the Gibb River Road or heading towards Wyndham, Cockburn Rest Area is an ideal pit stop. Its popularity among travelers speaks volumes about its utility and strategic position. The area offers a perfect opportunity for a break and refreshment, making your journey more comfortable and enjoyable. Come see why Cockburn Rest Area is a go-to rest point for many on the open road.

How to Get There

45km west of Kununurra. At junction of Great Northern Highway and Victoria Highway.

What this place offers

Amenities

Toilets

Accommodation Types

Tent Site
Free Camping
Caravans

Facilities

Picnic Tables
BBQ
Dump Point

Rules & Accessibility

Pets Welcome

Other Features

Free Overnight Camp
Fire Place
Overnight Rest Area
Day Use Area
One covered picnic area
Long Rig
Toilets and dump point
Unknown feature
Day Rest Area

Location

Cockburn Rest Area•Great Northern Highway, Lake Argyle, WA, 6743

Common questions about Cockburn Rest Area

Is Cockburn Rest Area free to camp at?

Yes. Cockburn Rest Area in Lake Argyle, WA is a free camp, so there is no nightly fee to stay. There is no booking system for it, so plan on first in, best dressed, especially on long weekends. Facilities on site: free overnight camp, picnic tables, tent site and fire place.

What facilities does Cockburn Rest Area have?

Cockburn Rest Area has free overnight camp, picnic tables, tent site, fire place, overnight rest area and free camping. That is the short list; 16 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 Cockburn Rest Area?

The record for Cockburn 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 Cockburn Rest Area online?

We hold no online booking link for Cockburn 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 Cockburn Rest Area?

Cockburn Rest Area sits in Lake Argyle, WA. 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 Cockburn Rest Area

Facilities recorded for Cockburn Rest Area
FacilityOn site
Free Overnight CampYes
Picnic TablesYes
Tent SiteYes
Fire PlaceYes
Overnight Rest AreaYes
Free CampingYes
BBQYes
Pets WelcomeYes
Day Use AreaYes
One covered picnic areaYes
Long RigYes
ToiletsYes
Toilets and dump pointYes
Yes
CaravansYes
Day Rest AreaYes
Dump PointYes

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Great Northern Highway

Lake Argyle, WA 6743

Cockburn Rest Area

Free · no booking needed