David Hall Rest Area
David Hall Rest Area
About this campsite
The David Hall Rest Area, located in the unique setting of "Gunpowder," is a spacious open space perfect for relaxation and recreation. Despite its simplicity, it offers key amenities such as a BBQ grill and picnic tables for those wishing to enjoy an outdoor meal. Plus, maintain connection to the world with mobile phone coverage available throughout the area, contrasting the remote location.
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David Hall Rest Area•Barkly Highway, Gunpowder, QLD, 4825
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Is David Hall Rest Area free to camp at?
Yes. David Hall Rest Area in Gunpowder, QLD 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: mobile phone coverage, overnight rest area, pets welcome and free camping.
What facilities does David Hall Rest Area have?
David Hall Rest Area has mobile phone coverage, overnight rest area, pets welcome, free camping, day use area and caravans. 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 David Hall Rest Area?
The record for David Hall 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 David Hall Rest Area online?
We hold no online booking link for David Hall 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 David Hall Rest Area?
David Hall Rest Area sits in Gunpowder, QLD. 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 David Hall Rest Area
| Facility | On site |
|---|---|
| Mobile Phone Coverage | Yes |
| Overnight Rest Area | Yes |
| Pets Welcome | Yes |
| Yes | |
| Free Camping | Yes |
| Day Use Area | Yes |
| Caravans | Yes |
| Shade | Yes |
| Picnic Tables | Yes |
| Day Rest Area | Yes |
| Bin | Yes |
| BBQ | Yes |
| Maximum 48 hrs | Yes |
| Long Rig | Yes |
| Free Overnight Camp | Yes |
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Barkly Highway
Gunpowder, QLD 4825