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Dunham River Rest Area

Durack, WA
At a glanceFree campsite
Free CampingAccessibleToiletsCaravansPets WelcomeFire PlaceTent Site

About this campsite

The Dunham River Rest Area is an inviting, spacious stopover perfect for a night's rest. Offering a level, gravel surface, it's accommodating for a variety of vehicles. On-site facilities include toilets and BBQs, always kept clean for visitor's comfort. Suitable for both short breaks and overnight stays, it's a well-maintained convenience along your journey.

The Dunham River Rest Area is an expansive, flat resting spot, ideal for an overnight halt. The gravel surface enhances its natural appeal. The area comes equipped with essential amenities such as clean toilets and BBQ facilities. With a focus on cleanliness and maintenance, this rest area offers the perfect setting for travelers seeking a breather. Enjoy the serene atmosphere, the sounds of nature, and feel rejuvenated to continue your journey. Come, take a break at the Dunham River Rest Area, where the tranquility meets comfort on your travel route.

What this place offers

Amenities

Toilets

Accommodation Types

Caravans
Free Camping
Tent Site

Facilities

Picnic Tables
Shade

Rules & Accessibility

Accessible
Pets Welcome

Other Features

Overnight Rest Area
Free Overnight Camp
Day Use Area
Unknown feature
Fire Place
Long Rig
Day Rest Area
Maximum 24 hrs

Location

Dunham River Rest Area•Great Northern Highway, Durack, WA, 6743

Common questions about Dunham River Rest Area

Is Dunham River Rest Area free to camp at?

Yes. Dunham River Rest Area in Durack, 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: overnight rest area, accessible, picnic tables and free overnight camp.

What facilities does Dunham River Rest Area have?

Dunham River Rest Area has overnight rest area, accessible, picnic tables, free overnight camp, toilets and day use area. That is the short list; 15 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 Dunham River Rest Area?

The record for Dunham River 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 Dunham River Rest Area online?

We hold no online booking link for Dunham River 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 Dunham River Rest Area?

Dunham River Rest Area sits in Durack, 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 Dunham River Rest Area

Facilities recorded for Dunham River Rest Area
FacilityOn site
Overnight Rest AreaYes
AccessibleYes
Picnic TablesYes
Free Overnight CampYes
ToiletsYes
Day Use AreaYes
CaravansYes
Pets WelcomeYes
Yes
Fire PlaceYes
Long RigYes
ShadeYes
Free CampingYes
Tent SiteYes
Day Rest AreaYes
Maximum 24 hrsYes

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Great Northern Highway

Durack, WA 6743

Dunham River Rest Area

Free · no booking needed