Franklin River Reserve Rest Area
Franklin River Reserve Rest Area
About this rest area
The Franklin River Reserve Rest Area is a beautifully maintained, large, grassy space perfect for day usage. The site is equipped with fire pits, picnic tables, and restrooms, catering to all your relaxation needs. It features a two-level set up with the upper level offering an informative display. However, due to infrastructure, environmental, and public health concerns, camping and overnight stays have been permanently restricted as of October 2020. It's an ideal location for daytime family outings, picnics, or simply spending a day amidst nature.
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Franklin River Reserve Rest Area•South Gippsland Highway, Toora, VIC, 3962
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What facilities does Franklin River Reserve Rest Area have?
Franklin River Reserve Rest Area has bin, accessible, picnic tables, long rig, shade and day rest 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 Franklin River Reserve Rest Area?
The record for Franklin River Reserve 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 Franklin River Reserve Rest Area online?
We hold no online booking link for Franklin River Reserve 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 Franklin River Reserve Rest Area?
Franklin River Reserve Rest Area sits in Toora, VIC. 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 Franklin River Reserve Rest Area
| Facility | On site |
|---|---|
| Bin | Yes |
| Accessible | Yes |
| Yes | |
| Picnic Tables | Yes |
| Long Rig | Yes |
| Shade | Yes |
| Day Rest Area | Yes |
| Mobile Phone Coverage | Yes |
| Pets Welcome | Yes |
| See Description tab for safety information from Council | Yes |
| Caravans | Yes |
| Day use only. No camping | Yes |
| Toilets | Yes |
| Day Use Area | Yes |
| BBQ | Yes |
| Fire Place | Yes |
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South Gippsland Highway
Toora, VIC 3962