Dubbo South Rest Area

Yarrabar, NSW

Dubbo South Rest Area

Yarrabar, NSW

Free CampingCaravansPets Welcome

About this campsite

Dubbo South Rest Area, a convenient stopover point 14km south of Dubbo along Newell Highway, is a spacious location suited for large rigs, with its slightly sloping yet manageable bitumen surface. Well-equipped with sheltered picnic tables and bins, it offers ample shade, contributing to a restful ambiance for travelers. Unfortunately, restroom facilities are not available at this site. If you are looking for a quiet, spacious spot for a break on your journey, Dubbo South Rest Area could be your choice.

Dubbo South Rest Area is a spacious and conveniently located stop-off, just 14km south of Dubbo on the prominent Newell Highway. It's a drive-through rest area with an even bitumen surface, accommodating for large rigs despite a slight slope. The site offers ample shade, sheltered picnic tables, and bins, making your rest stop comfortable and pleasing. However, there are no on-site toilet facilities. This rest area is perfect for those driving long distances needing a place to rest, refresh and enjoy a peaceful picnic.

How to Get There

Southbound traffic enter vie Panai Avenue

Features & Facilities

Accommodation Types

Free Camping

Caravans

Facilities

Shade

Picnic Tables

Other Features

Good shade

No toilets

Drive through configuration

Free Overnight Camp

Bin

Long Rig

Pets Welcome

Day Use Area

Mobile Phone Coverage

Overnight Rest Area

Unknown feature

Day Rest Area

Weather Forecast

via Open-Meteo

TODAY🌧️

13° / 8°

💧 100%

FRI🌦️

12° / 8°

💧 6%

SAT🌤️

17° / 5°

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SUN☁️

18° / 6°

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MON☁️

18° / 8°

💧 12%

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