Linville Village Rest Area

Linville, QLD

Linville, QLD

At a glanceFree campsite

Free CampingPets WelcomeBBQCaravansDrinking WaterToilets

About this campsite

The Linville Village Rest Area is a picturesque site offering excellent amenities including grassy terrains, safe for any size rig, as well as septic toilets and power and water facilities. Situated oppositely to a pub at the old railway station, it's just a pleasant 7 km drive from the D'Aguilar Highway at Moore. The place offers breathtaking views of the upper reaches of the Brisbane River. It's also a renowned stop on the Brisbane Valley Rail Trail, which offers options for walking, cycling, or horseback riding.

The Linville Village Rest Area, set in the scenic backdrop of an old railway station, offers an expansive, level area with the benefits of lush greenery, making it optimal for any rig size. It boasts a septic toilet in close proximity and provides access to power and water facilities. The short, 7km drive from the D'Aguilar Highway at Moore to Linville is not just a trip, but an experience. Traveling down a double-laned, top-quality road, you follow the upper reaches of the Brisbane River, offering picturesque views that rival those of the 'The Great Ocean Road'. Adding more allure to its location, Linville Rail Station is a significant stop on the Brisbane Valley Rail Trail. This trail offers a versatile experience as it can be explored on foot, bicycle, or horseback. With such an enchanting blend of convenience, facilities, and scenic charm, it's easy to see why Linville Village Rest Area is a must-see.

How to Get There

7km north of Moore on Linville Road. Turning north off the D’Aguilar Highway at Moore and follow Linville road to the rest area at the old railway station on the western side of Linville.

What this place offers

Amenities

Drinking Water

Toilets

Accommodation Types

Free Camping

Caravans

Facilities

Children's Play Facility

Picnic Tables

BBQ

Shade

Rules & Accessibility

Pets Welcome

Other Features

Shadesail Covered Childrens Playground

Maximum 24 hrs

Walking

A nice quiet place to spend a night amongst the rugged mountains

Unknown feature

Photo Opportunity

Overnight Rest Area

Free Overnight Camp

Day Use Area

Long Rig

Day Rest Area

Bin

Location

Linville Village Rest Area•Linville Road, Linville, QLD, 4306

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Common questions about Linville Village Rest Area

Is Linville Village Rest Area free to camp at?

We have Linville Village Rest Area in Linville, QLD recorded as a free camp, but we have not confirmed that with the operator, so treat it as unconfirmed. Sites change hands and councils bring in fees, so check the current rate before you commit to the drive.

What facilities does Linville Village Rest Area have?

Linville Village Rest Area has shadesail covered childrens playground, maximum 24 hrs, free camping, children's play facility, walking and a nice quiet place to spend a night amongst the rugged mountains. That is the short list; 20 facilities are recorded for this site in total.

Are dogs allowed at Linville Village Rest Area?

The record for Linville Village 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 Linville Village Rest Area online?

We hold no online booking link for Linville Village Rest Area, so it is not bookable through this page. For sites like this, turning up early in the day is the surest way to get a spot, particularly in peak season.

Where is Linville Village Rest Area?

Linville Village Rest Area sits in Linville, 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 Linville Village Rest Area

Facilities recorded for Linville Village Rest Area
Facility	On site
Shadesail Covered Childrens Playground	Yes
Maximum 24 hrs	Yes
Free Camping	Yes
Children's Play Facility	Yes
Walking	Yes
A nice quiet place to spend a night amongst the rugged mountains	Yes
	Yes
Picnic Tables	Yes
Pets Welcome	Yes
BBQ	Yes
Photo Opportunity	Yes
Overnight Rest Area	Yes
Free Overnight Camp	Yes
Day Use Area	Yes
Caravans	Yes
Long Rig	Yes
Day Rest Area	Yes
Drinking Water	Yes
Shade	Yes
Toilets	Yes
Bin	Yes

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