Mount Thirsty Rest Area
Mount Thirsty Rest Area
About this campsite
Mount Thirsty Rest Area is a spacious and comfortable stopover spot with level gravel parking zones nestled in pleasant shading. Easily accommodating for various rig sizes, it's strategically situated between the railway line and the highway, while maintaining a peaceful environment. There's also a picturesque view of Lake Cowan peeking through the green foliage, enhancing the overall appeal of this rest area.
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Mount Thirsty Rest Area•Coolgardie Esperance Highway, Norseman, WA, 6443
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Is Mount Thirsty Rest Area free to camp at?
Yes. Mount Thirsty Rest Area in Norseman, WA is a free camp, so there is no nightly fee to stay. There is no booking system for it, so plan on first in, best dressed, especially on long weekends. Facilities on site: day use area, caravans, long rig and free overnight camp.
What facilities does Mount Thirsty Rest Area have?
Mount Thirsty Rest Area has day use area, caravans, long rig, free overnight camp, plenty of roo for big rigs and free camping. That is the short list; 18 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 Mount Thirsty Rest Area?
The record for Mount Thirsty 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 Mount Thirsty Rest Area online?
We hold no online booking link for Mount Thirsty 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 Mount Thirsty Rest Area?
Mount Thirsty Rest Area sits in Norseman, 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 Mount Thirsty Rest Area
| Facility | On site |
|---|---|
| Day Use Area | Yes |
| Caravans | Yes |
| Long Rig | Yes |
| Free Overnight Camp | Yes |
| Plenty of roo for big rigs | Yes |
| Free Camping | Yes |
| Bin | Yes |
| Good shade | Yes |
| Mobile phone signal | Yes |
| Shade | Yes |
| Fire Place | Yes |
| Maximum 24 hrs | Yes |
| Mobile Phone Coverage | Yes |
| Yes | |
| Large level gravel rest area | Yes |
| Pets Welcome | Yes |
| Tent Site | Yes |
| Overnight Rest Area | Yes |
| Day Rest Area | Yes |
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Coolgardie Esperance Highway
Norseman, WA 6443