Mt Connor Lookout in Petermann, NT — photo 1

Mt Connor Lookout

Petermann, NT
At a glanceFree campsite
Free CampingPets WelcomeToiletsBBQCaravansAccessible

About this campsite

Mt Connor Lookout offers a panoramic view of Mount Connor's grandeur from the Lasseter Highway. A drive-through spot equipped with a bitumen surface, it lacks shade but makes up for it with its spectacular views. A unique rest area, its location right off the highway offers an easily accessible and convenient stop for travelers wanting to enjoy a visual treat of the plains stretching towards the mountain.

Mt Connor Lookout offers an unparalleled vantage point for breathtaking views over vast plains towards Mount Connor, easily accessed via the Lassiter Highway. Its drive-through layout and bitumen surface make it convenient for all travelers. Despite no shade, it promises a memorable experience as you marvel at the landscape's grandeur. A must-visit for road trippers, outdoor lovers, and photographers who seek inspirational vistas. And remember, nothing compares to the feeling of vast openness under the wide sky at this exceptional location - a true testament to nature's beauty.

How to Get There

142km west of Eridunda, 124km east of Ayres Rock, on south side of Lassiter Highway.

What this place offers

Amenities

Toilets

Accommodation Types

Free Camping
Caravans

Facilities

Shade
BBQ
Picnic Tables

Rules & Accessibility

Pets Welcome
Accessible

Other Features

Overnight Rest Area
Spectacular view of Mount Connor in the distance
Unknown feature
Photo Opportunity
Excellent early morning photo opportunities
Free Overnight Camp
Day Rest Area
Long Rig
Day Use Area
Non Drinking Water

Location

Mt Connor LookoutLassiter Highway, Petermann, NT, 0872

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Lassiter Highway

Petermann, NT 0872

Mt Connor Lookout

Free · no booking needed