Dubbo South Rest Area in Yarrabar, NSW — photo 1

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

Location

Dubbo South Rest AreaNewell Highway, Yarrabar, NSW, 2830

Weather Forecast

via Open-Meteo
TODAY🌤️
17° / 6°
FRI☁️
16° / 8°
💧 2%
SAT☁️
16° / 8°
💧 4%
SUN☁️
17° / 9°
💧 7%
MON🌦️
15° / 10°
💧 37%

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Fire Danger
Today
17°·52%·18km/h
No Rating
Tomorrow
16°·58%·18km/h
No Rating
Sat
16°·59%·18km/h
No Rating
Estimated from forecast conditionsNSW RFS

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Newell Highway

Yarrabar, NSW 2830

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