Hughendon Rest Area in Hughenden, QLD — photo 1

Hughendon Rest Area

Hughenden, QLD
At a glance
Rest AreaPets WelcomeCaravansToiletsDrinking Water

About this rest area

Hughendon Rest Area is a convenient and spacious site, ideally located on the southern side of the town. The adjacent paddock provides abundant parking space, allowing visitors to comfortably leave their vehicles and explore the nearby town. It offers a relaxing break during a long journey, making it perfect for road trippers and adventurous explorers.

Hughendon Rest Area is a practical location on the town's southern side. Its adjoining paddock provides abundant parking, allowing visitors space to stow their vehicles as they discover the local area.

What this place offers

Amenities

Toilets
Drinking Water

Accommodation Types

Caravans

Facilities

Picnic Tables

Rules & Accessibility

Pets Welcome

Other Features

Day Use Area
Mobile Phone Coverage
Unknown feature
Bin
Long Rig
Day Rest Area
Plenty of space in the paddock on the northern side of compound

Location

Hughendon Rest AreaFlinders Highway, Hughenden, QLD, 4821

Weather Forecast

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TODAY🌦️
26° / 16°
💧 43%
THU☁️
26° / 17°
FRI☁️
24° / 13°
SAT☁️
24° / 12°
SUN☀️
25° / 14°
💧 2%

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Flinders Highway

Hughenden, QLD 4821

Hughendon Rest Area