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Moonera Tank Westbound Rest Area

Cocklebiddy, WA
At a glanceFree campsite
Free CampingPets WelcomeFire PlaceTent SiteCaravans

About this campsite

Moonera Tank Westbound Rest Area is a convenient and spacious rest stop situated just off the highway. The area provides amenities such as picnic tables and bins and additionally features fireplace facilities for a comfortable and enjoyable stay. This rest area enables easy maneuvering of any sized rigs, all while offering areas of both shade and sunlight for your preference. It also boasts sound shielding from highway noises thanks to the surrounding trees. Enjoy spontaneous happy hours in this accessible and semi-private rest area.

Moonera Tank Westbound Rest Area is a spacious, natural haven located a short distance off the main highway. This expansive gravel space offers plenty of room for vehicles of any size to maneuver comfortably. This location stands out for its tranquility and lack of distractions, offering a refreshing break from your journey. Engage in spontaneous 'happy hours' within the comfort of this rest area. Its layout is intuitive, offering convenient access to various sections while ensuring your privacy. Delight in communal fireplaces and picnic tables - a perfect spot to unwind and perhaps engage in friendly conversations with fellow travelers. This rest area is well-equipped with essential amenities such as waste bins, ensuring a clean and neat environment. Choose from sunny or shady locations as per your preference, thanks to the thoughtful positioning of trees across the area. These trees also serve another purpose - dampening the noise from the highway, thereby ensuring a peaceful stay. Experience a restful pause at Moonera Tank Westbound Rest Area - a serene, spacious, and nature-filled space tailored for the modern traveler.

How to Get There

17km east of Cocklebiddy, 73km west of Madura on either side of Eyre Highway. 1km east of Eyre Bird Observatory turnoff.

What this place offers

Amenities

Public Phone

Accommodation Types

Free Camping
Tent Site
Caravans

Facilities

Shade
Picnic Tables

Rules & Accessibility

Pets Welcome

Other Features

No mobile phone signal
Long Rig
Fire Place
picnic tables and bins
Free Overnight Camp
Large level gravel with numerous tracks
Day Rest Area
Fireplaces
Sunny or shaded locations
Day Use Area
Unknown feature
Bin
Overnight Rest Area

Location

Moonera Tank Westbound Rest Area•Eyre Highway, Cocklebiddy, WA, 6443

Common questions about Moonera Tank Westbound Rest Area

Is Moonera Tank Westbound Rest Area free to camp at?

We have Moonera Tank Westbound Rest Area in Cocklebiddy, 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 Moonera Tank Westbound Rest Area have?

Moonera Tank Westbound Rest Area has shade, picnic tables, no mobile phone signal, long rig, pets welcome and fire place. That is the short list; 19 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 Moonera Tank Westbound Rest Area?

The record for Moonera Tank Westbound 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 Moonera Tank Westbound Rest Area online?

We hold no online booking link for Moonera Tank Westbound 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 Moonera Tank Westbound Rest Area?

Moonera Tank Westbound Rest Area sits in Cocklebiddy, 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 Moonera Tank Westbound Rest Area

Facilities recorded for Moonera Tank Westbound Rest Area
FacilityOn site
ShadeYes
Picnic TablesYes
No mobile phone signalYes
Long RigYes
Pets WelcomeYes
Fire PlaceYes
picnic tables and binsYes
Free CampingYes
Free Overnight CampYes
Public PhoneYes
Large level gravel with numerous tracksYes
Day Rest AreaYes
FireplacesYes
Sunny or shaded locationsYes
Day Use AreaYes
Tent SiteYes
Yes
BinYes
Overnight Rest AreaYes
CaravansYes

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Free camp — fee unconfirmed

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

Free campsite — no booking needed, sites are first come, first served.

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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Eyre Highway

Cocklebiddy, WA 6443

Moonera Tank Westbound Rest Area

Free · no booking needed