Neil Turner Welr Rest Area
Neil Turner Welr Rest Area
About this campsite
The Neil Turner Weir Rest Area, situated in Mitchell, offers a serene camping spot along the Maranoa River's bank. The area includes three different camping sites, all equipped with clean, modern facilitiesincluding flushing toilets. A convenient concrete boat ramp is available, located only 150 metres from the first camp. The meandering Maranoa River, originating from the rugged Carnarvon Ranges, provides stunning views and a tranquil atmosphere, making the rest area a perfect getaway.
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Neil Turner Welr Rest Area•Alexandra Street, Mitchell, QLD, 4465
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Is Neil Turner Welr Rest Area free to camp at?
We have Neil Turner Welr Rest Area in Mitchell, QLD 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 Neil Turner Welr Rest Area have?
Neil Turner Welr Rest Area has lookout, boat ramps, long rig, three separate areas to camp, drinking water and fire place. That is the short list; 26 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 Neil Turner Welr Rest Area?
The record for Neil Turner Welr 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 Neil Turner Welr Rest Area online?
We hold no online booking link for Neil Turner Welr 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 Neil Turner Welr Rest Area?
Neil Turner Welr Rest Area sits in Mitchell, QLD. 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 Neil Turner Welr Rest Area
| Facility | On site |
|---|---|
| Lookout | Yes |
| Boat Ramps | Yes |
| Yes | |
| Long Rig | Yes |
| Three separate areas to camp | Yes |
| Drinking Water | Yes |
| Fire Place | Yes |
| Pets Welcome | Yes |
| Free Camping | Yes |
| Public Boat Ramp | Yes |
| On the bank of the Maranoa River | Yes |
| BBQ | Yes |
| Mobile Phone Coverage | Yes |
| Toilets | Yes |
| Free Overnight Camp | Yes |
| Picnic Tables | Yes |
| Concrete boat ramp | Yes |
| Day Rest Area | Yes |
| Day Use Area | Yes |
| Flat grassy area with plenty of room | Yes |
| Boat Ramp | Yes |
| Dump point at Mitchell Showground | Yes |
| Overnight Rest Area | Yes |
| Caravans | Yes |
| Maximum 48 hrs | Yes |
| Shade | Yes |
| Bin | Yes |
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Alexandra Street
Mitchell, QLD 4465