Cummings Monument Rest Area
Cummings Monument Rest Area
About this campsite
Cummings Monument Rest Area is a calm and scenic spot nestled on the westbound side of Flinders Highway. With a simple gravel drive and amenities like a picnic table and trash bin, it offers respite for travelers. What makes this rest area remarkable is the picturesque view of Lake Hamilton it provides, making it perfect for photo enthusiasts. In addition to its natural beauty, the site is also home to the Leo Cummings monument, honoring a local fisherman tragically lost at sea, adding a sense of local history and culture.
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Cummings Monument Rest Area•Flinders Highway, Kiana, SA, 5607
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Is Cummings Monument Rest Area free to camp at?
Yes. Cummings Monument Rest Area in Kiana, SA 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: picnic table and bin, bin, pets welcome and walking.
What facilities does Cummings Monument Rest Area have?
Cummings Monument Rest Area has picnic table and bin, bin, pets welcome, walking, nice views over lake hamilton and day rest area. That is the short list; 13 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 Cummings Monument Rest Area?
The record for Cummings Monument 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 Cummings Monument Rest Area online?
We hold no online booking link for Cummings Monument 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 Cummings Monument Rest Area?
Cummings Monument Rest Area sits in Kiana, SA. 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 Cummings Monument Rest Area
| Facility | On site |
|---|---|
| Picnic table and bin | Yes |
| Bin | Yes |
| Pets Welcome | Yes |
| Walking | Yes |
| Nice views over Lake Hamilton | Yes |
| Day Rest Area | Yes |
| Day Use Area | Yes |
| Free Overnight Camp | Yes |
| Free Camping | Yes |
| Yes | |
| Small gravel rest area westbound | Yes |
| Overnight Rest Area | Yes |
| Photo Opportunity | Yes |
| Picnic Tables | Yes |
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Flinders Highway
Kiana, SA 5607