Marg McIntosh Park Rest Area
Marg McIntosh Park Rest Area
About this campsite
Marg McIntosh Park Rest Area is a convenient pit stop located by Station Creek, perfect for travelers in need of a break. Offering facilities such as shaded picnic tables and a wood BBQ, guests can enjoy a relaxed meal in a serene setting. Although the park offers a small overnight space with a circular layout, there is a limit of a 20 hour stay and camping is not permitted. Explore this rest area as a great opportunity to stretch legs, take a breather and recharge during your journey.
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Marg McIntosh Park Rest Area•Gympie-Woolooga Road, Widgee, QLD, 4570
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Common questions about Marg McIntosh Park Rest Area
Is Marg McIntosh Park Rest Area free to camp at?
We have Marg McIntosh Park Rest Area in Widgee, 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 Marg McIntosh Park Rest Area have?
Marg McIntosh Park Rest Area has caravans, wood bbq, overnight rest area, pets welcome, bbq and picnic tables. That is the short list; 15 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 Marg McIntosh Park Rest Area?
The record for Marg McIntosh 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 Marg McIntosh Park Rest Area online?
We hold no online booking link for Marg McIntosh Park 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 Marg McIntosh Park Rest Area?
Marg McIntosh Park Rest Area sits in Widgee, 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 Marg McIntosh Park Rest Area
| Facility | On site |
|---|---|
| Caravans | Yes |
| Wood BBQ | Yes |
| Overnight Rest Area | Yes |
| Pets Welcome | Yes |
| BBQ | Yes |
| Picnic Tables | Yes |
| Yes | |
| 20 hour time limit | Yes |
| Maximum 20 hrs | Yes |
| Shaded picnic tables | Yes |
| Day Use Area | Yes |
| Free Overnight Camp | Yes |
| Day Rest Area | Yes |
| Free Camping | Yes |
| Bin | Yes |
| Toilets | Yes |
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Gympie-Woolooga Road
Widgee, QLD 4570