
Lyndon River West Rest Area

Lyndon River West Rest Area
About this campsite
The Lyndon River West Rest Area is a spacious and comfortable spot perfect for overnight stays, with its level gravel surface that easily accommodates large rigs. Although uncovered by trees, it offers sheltered picnic tables for a relaxing outdoor dining experience. Please note that due to flooding in 2014, some of the amenities may have been affected but it still remains a prime location for a respite from the road.
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Lyndon River West Rest Area•North West Coastal Highway, Minilya, WA, 6701
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Common questions about Lyndon River West Rest Area
Is Lyndon River West Rest Area free to camp at?
Yes. Lyndon River West Rest Area in Minilya, 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: bbq, flood damage may 2014, toilets and shade.
What facilities does Lyndon River West Rest Area have?
Lyndon River West Rest Area has bbq, flood damage may 2014, toilets, shade, overnight rest area and free camping. 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 Lyndon River West Rest Area?
The record for Lyndon River West 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 Lyndon River West Rest Area online?
We hold no online booking link for Lyndon River West 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 Lyndon River West Rest Area?
Lyndon River West Rest Area sits in Minilya, 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 Lyndon River West Rest Area
| Facility | On site |
|---|---|
| BBQ | Yes |
| Flood damage May 2014 | Yes |
| Toilets | Yes |
| Shade | Yes |
| Overnight Rest Area | Yes |
| Free Camping | Yes |
| Picnic Tables | Yes |
| Suitable for any sized rig | Yes |
| Day Rest Area | Yes |
| Caravans | Yes |
| Yes | |
| Long Rig | Yes |
| Large level area | Yes |
| Fire Place | Yes |
| Pets Welcome | Yes |
| Day Use Area | Yes |
| Free Overnight Camp | Yes |
| Tent Site | Yes |
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