Milinya River Rest Area
Milinya River Rest Area
About this campsite
The Milinya River Rest Area is an expansive daytime spot offering ample shade and space, making it ideal for large vehicles and rigs. The rest area facilitates easy navigation with a single entrance/exit and substantial turning space. It also boosts an attractive setting with a riverside location and the provision of shady tables in a tree-lined park, perfect for picnics or for resting during a journey.
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Milinya River Rest Area•North West Coastal Highway, Minilya, WA, 6701
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Common questions about Milinya River Rest Area
Is Milinya River Rest Area free to camp at?
We have Milinya River 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 Milinya River Rest Area have?
Milinya River Rest Area has picnic tables, overnight rest area, dump point, bin, toilets and mobile phone coverage. That is the short list; 18 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 Milinya River Rest Area?
The record for Milinya River 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 Milinya River Rest Area online?
We hold no online booking link for Milinya River 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 Milinya River Rest Area?
Milinya River 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 Milinya River Rest Area
| Facility | On site |
|---|---|
| Picnic Tables | Yes |
| Overnight Rest Area | Yes |
| Dump Point | Yes |
| Bin | Yes |
| Toilets | Yes |
| Mobile Phone Coverage | Yes |
| Suitable for any size rig | Yes |
| Free Camping | Yes |
| Telstra 3G reception | Yes |
| Free Overnight Camp | Yes |
| Fire Place | Yes |
| Day Use Area | Yes |
| Long Rig | Yes |
| Caravans | Yes |
| Shade | Yes |
| Day Rest Area | Yes |
| BBQ | Yes |
| Yes | |
| Pets Welcome | Yes |
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