Merriwa Lions Rest Area
Merriwa Lions Rest Area
About this rest area
The Merriwa Lions Rest Area offers a serene riverside retreat with thoughtful amenities. Visitors can enjoy picnicking by the river with free to use electric BBQs and covered tables. Modern toilet facilities are provided for convenience, ensuring a comfortable visit. With good 3G mobile reception and a public phone available, you are always connected. Spacious off-street parking accommodates all kinds of vehicles including caravans and big rigs, making it a perfect pitstop or getaway destination.
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Location
Merriwa Lions Rest Area•Golden Highway, Merriwa, NSW, 2329
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What facilities does Merriwa Lions Rest Area have?
Merriwa Lions Rest Area has on bank of the merriwa river, moern toilet block, long rig, caravans, pets welcome and 3g mobile reception. That is the short list; 17 facilities are recorded for this site in total. The list comes from the site record rather than a visit, so treat it as a guide.
Are dogs allowed at Merriwa Lions Rest Area?
The record for Merriwa Lions 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 Merriwa Lions Rest Area online?
We hold no online booking link for Merriwa Lions 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 Merriwa Lions Rest Area?
Merriwa Lions Rest Area sits in Merriwa, NSW. 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 Merriwa Lions Rest Area
| Facility | On site |
|---|---|
| On bank of the Merriwa River | Yes |
| Moern toilet block | Yes |
| Long Rig | Yes |
| Yes | |
| Caravans | Yes |
| Pets Welcome | Yes |
| 3G mobile reception | Yes |
| Public Phone | Yes |
| Day Rest Area | Yes |
| Picnic Tables | Yes |
| BBQ | Yes |
| Bin | Yes |
| Free electric BBQs | Yes |
| Day Use Area | Yes |
| Toilets | Yes |
| Drinking Water | Yes |
| Shade | Yes |
| Mobile Phone Coverage | Yes |
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