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Leycesters Rest Area

Ord River, WA
At a glanceFree campsite
Free CampingCaravansTent SitePets WelcomeToiletsFire Place

About this campsite

Leycesters Rest Area offers a convenient and spacious space for travelers needing a break from the highway journey. Designed to cater to large vehicles, the rest area provides a bitumen surface and a circular configuration for easy maneuvering. Though the shade is minimal, the open space environment contributes to a comfortable and relaxing roadside rest atmosphere.

Leycesters Rest Area is a spacious, no-cost stopover nestled away from the bustling highway. It showcases a bitumen surface with a loop layout, ideal for accommodating large vehicles. Although shade is sparse, it offers a peaceful retreat for weary travelers.

What this place offers

Amenities

Toilets

Accommodation Types

Caravans
Tent Site
Free Camping

Facilities

Shade

Rules & Accessibility

Pets Welcome

Other Features

Overnight Rest Area
On the bank of the Ord River
Long Rig
Day Use Area
Free Overnight Camp
Maximum 24 hrs
Unknown feature
Fire Place
Day Rest Area

Location

Leycesters Rest AreaGreat Northern Highway, Ord River, WA, 6770

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Great Northern Highway

Ord River, WA 6770

Leycesters Rest Area

Free · no booking needed