Lyndon River West Rest Area in Minilya, WA — photo 1

Lyndon River West Rest Area

Minilya, WA
At a glanceFree campsite
Free CampingBBQToiletsCaravansFire PlacePets WelcomeTent Site

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.

Lyndon River West Rest Area is an expansive, open-space resting hub designed for convenience and comfort. This location offers a leveled gravel surface that can comfortably accommodate large rigs. The area is graced with several picnic tables, allowing visitors to enjoy outdoor meals, with some tables sheltered for added convenience. An update from May 2014, however, reads that the Lyndon River rest area experienced a flood which washed away the shade and seating options and could potentially affect the road accessibility.

What this place offers

Amenities

Toilets

Accommodation Types

Free Camping
Caravans
Tent Site

Facilities

BBQ
Shade
Picnic Tables

Rules & Accessibility

Pets Welcome

Other Features

Flood damage May 2014
Overnight Rest Area
Suitable for any sized rig
Day Rest Area
Unknown feature
Long Rig
Large level area
Fire Place
Day Use Area
Free Overnight Camp

Location

Lyndon River West Rest Area•North West Coastal Highway, Minilya, WA, 6701

Common questions about Lyndon River West Rest Area

Is Lyndon River West Rest Area free to camp at?

We have Lyndon River West Rest Area in Minilya, WA 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 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. For sites like this, turning up early in the day is the surest way to get a spot, particularly in peak season.

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

Facilities recorded for Lyndon River West Rest Area
FacilityOn site
BBQYes
Flood damage May 2014Yes
ToiletsYes
ShadeYes
Overnight Rest AreaYes
Free CampingYes
Picnic TablesYes
Suitable for any sized rigYes
Day Rest AreaYes
CaravansYes
Yes
Long RigYes
Large level areaYes
Fire PlaceYes
Pets WelcomeYes
Day Use AreaYes
Free Overnight CampYes
Tent SiteYes

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We hold this as a free camp but have not confirmed the fee — check before you go

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Listed as a free camp — we have not confirmed the fee with the operator
Councils and new owners do bring in fees, so ring ahead or check signage
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North West Coastal Highway

Minilya, WA 6701

Lyndon River West Rest Area

Free · no booking needed