Jowarra Park Rest Area
Jowarra Park Rest Area
About this campsite
Jowarra Park Rest Area is a convenient one-night camping space on the Sunshine Coast, ideally situated close to iconic landmarks like the Glasshouse Mountains and Caloundra. It's a popular choice among backpackers with camper vans, offering ample space for multiple vehicles. Ideally located on the Steve Irwin Way, it serves as a centrally-positioned base for exploring the southern part of the Sunshine Coast. As an added advantage, this free camp is known for its well-maintained environment. Please note, availability can be limited.
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Jowarra Park Rest Area•Steve Irwin Way, Glenview, QLD, 4553
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Common questions about Jowarra Park Rest Area
Is Jowarra Park Rest Area free to camp at?
Yes. Jowarra Park Rest Area in Glenview, QLD 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: toilets, day use area, overnight rest area and caravans.
What facilities does Jowarra Park Rest Area have?
Jowarra Park Rest Area has toilets, day use area, overnight rest area, caravans, picnic tables and shade. That is the short list; 17 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 Jowarra Park Rest Area?
The record for Jowarra Park 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 Jowarra Park Rest Area online?
We hold no online booking link for Jowarra Park 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 Jowarra Park Rest Area?
Jowarra Park Rest Area sits in Glenview, QLD. 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 Jowarra Park Rest Area
| Facility | On site |
|---|---|
| Toilets | Yes |
| Day Use Area | Yes |
| Overnight Rest Area | Yes |
| Caravans | Yes |
| Picnic Tables | Yes |
| Shade | Yes |
| Accessible | Yes |
| Pets Welcome | Yes |
| Maximum 20 hrs | Yes |
| Free Camping | Yes |
| Free Overnight Camp | Yes |
| Public Phone | Yes |
| Nov 2019 awash in road works | Yes |
| Day Rest Area | Yes |
| Mobile Phone Coverage | Yes |
| Bin | Yes |
| Yes | |
| Fire Place | Yes |
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Free campsite — no booking needed, sites are first come, first served.
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Steve Irwin Way
Glenview, QLD 4553