
Dunham River Rest Area

Dunham River Rest Area
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.
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Dunham River Rest Area•Great Northern Highway, Durack, WA, 6743
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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
| Facility | On site |
|---|---|
| Overnight Rest Area | Yes |
| Accessible | Yes |
| Picnic Tables | Yes |
| Free Overnight Camp | Yes |
| Toilets | Yes |
| Day Use Area | Yes |
| Caravans | Yes |
| Pets Welcome | Yes |
| Yes | |
| Fire Place | Yes |
| Long Rig | Yes |
| Shade | Yes |
| Free Camping | Yes |
| Tent Site | Yes |
| Day Rest Area | Yes |
| Maximum 24 hrs | Yes |
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