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Jillbunya Rockhole Rest Area

Caiguna, WA
At a glanceFree campsite
Free CampingPets WelcomeCaravansTent Site

About this campsite

Jillbunya Rockhole Rest Area is a serene, open spot ideal for overnight stays, situated next to the Eyre Highway. Its easy-to-navigate drive-through configuration allows for hassle-free access. The site, replete with flat spots for backing into and large turning areas, is hidden away in the scrub behind a sealed truck rest area. With ample space and a touch of nature, it delivers some shelter and privacy, offering a peaceful retreat for travelers.

Nestled beside the Eyre Highway, Jillbunya Rockhole Rest Area offers a cost-free overnight stopover that blends convenience and the raw beauty of nature. The rest area features a drive-through configuration for easy accessibility and ample space to park. Follow tracks trailing into the scrub to find an abundance of flat spaces suitable for setting up camp. Big turning areas accommodate vehicles of different sizes. It's a minimalist setting with some shelter, ideal for those, who seek to connect with Australia's outdoor essence.

How to Get There

39km west of Caiguna, 143km east of Balladonia on the westbound side of the Eyre Highway.

What this place offers

Accommodation Types

Caravans
Free Camping
Tent Site

Rules & Accessibility

Pets Welcome

Other Features

Bin
Day Use Area
Tracks into the scrub
Free Overnight Camp
Long Rig
Unknown feature
Overnight Rest Area
Day Rest Area
Bitument drive through

Location

Jillbunya Rockhole Rest Area•Eyre Highway, Caiguna, WA, 6443

Weather Forecast

Data from MET Norway
TODAY🌧️
15° / 13°
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WED☁️
23° / 13°
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THU🌧️
20° / 14°
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FRI☁️
20° / 14°
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SAT🌧️
20° / 11°
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Common questions about Jillbunya Rockhole Rest Area

Is Jillbunya Rockhole Rest Area free to camp at?

Yes. Jillbunya Rockhole Rest Area in Caiguna, 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: bin, day use area, tracks into the scrub and free overnight camp.

What facilities does Jillbunya Rockhole Rest Area have?

Jillbunya Rockhole Rest Area has bin, day use area, tracks into the scrub, free overnight camp, pets welcome and long rig. That is the short list; 12 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 Jillbunya Rockhole Rest Area?

The record for Jillbunya Rockhole 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 Jillbunya Rockhole Rest Area online?

We hold no online booking link for Jillbunya Rockhole 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 Jillbunya Rockhole Rest Area?

Jillbunya Rockhole Rest Area sits in Caiguna, 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 Jillbunya Rockhole Rest Area

Facilities recorded for Jillbunya Rockhole Rest Area
FacilityOn site
BinYes
Day Use AreaYes
Tracks into the scrubYes
Free Overnight CampYes
Pets WelcomeYes
Long RigYes
CaravansYes
Yes
Overnight Rest AreaYes
Free CampingYes
Day Rest AreaYes
Bitument drive throughYes
Tent SiteYes

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Free campsite — no booking needed, sites are first come, first served.

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Check the weather & fire outlook below before you go
Fire Danger
Today
15°·58%·27km/h
No Rating
Tomorrow
23°·41%·28km/h
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Thu
20°·72%·26km/h
No Rating
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Eyre Highway

Caiguna, WA 6443

Jillbunya Rockhole Rest Area

Free · no booking needed