Observatory Turnoff Parking Area

Cocklebiddy, WA

Cocklebiddy, WA

At a glanceFree campsite

Free CampingPets WelcomeCaravans

About this campsite

The Observatory Turnoff Parking Area is a convenient and accessible overnight camping destination situated near the Eyre Bird Observatory. It offers unique opportunities for nature enthusiasts, with tracks leading into the scrub away from traffic. The area provides basic amenities such as bins and shade while allowing access to mobile phone signals. Its location and surrounding beauty make it an attractive stop for travelers seeking a serene camping experience.

The Observatory Turnoff Parking Area is a convenient overnight spot located 1km east of the Eyre Bird Observatory turnoff. It provides ample space on either side of the highway for campers to settle in. While there are no amenities, there are bins provided for rubbish disposal. You can find cool shade on the tracks leading into the scrub, ideal for a retreat from traffic noise. Moreover, you can stay connected during your stay as there's mobile phone signal coverage in the area. It's perfect for those who enjoy simple, back-to-nature camping experiences.

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

Accommodation Types

Caravans

Free Camping

Facilities

Shade

Rules & Accessibility

Pets Welcome

Other Features

Unknown feature

Bin

Free Overnight Camp

Mobile Phone Coverage

Level gravel drivethrough

Overnight Rest Area

Bins

Mobile phone signal

Long Rig

Some shade

Day Rest Area

Day Use Area

Location

Observatory Turnoff Parking Area•Eyre Highway, Cocklebiddy, WA, 6443

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Common questions about Observatory Turnoff Parking Area

Is Observatory Turnoff Parking Area free to camp at?

We have Observatory Turnoff Parking 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 Observatory Turnoff Parking Area have?

Observatory Turnoff Parking Area has shade, bin, pets welcome, free overnight camp, mobile phone coverage and level gravel drivethrough. That is the short list; 15 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 Observatory Turnoff Parking Area?

The record for Observatory Turnoff Parking 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 Observatory Turnoff Parking Area online?

We hold no online booking link for Observatory Turnoff Parking 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 Observatory Turnoff Parking Area?

Observatory Turnoff Parking 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 Observatory Turnoff Parking Area

Facilities recorded for Observatory Turnoff Parking Area
Facility	On site
Shade	Yes
	Yes
Bin	Yes
Pets Welcome	Yes
Free Overnight Camp	Yes
Mobile Phone Coverage	Yes
Level gravel drivethrough	Yes
Overnight Rest Area	Yes
Bins	Yes
Mobile phone signal	Yes
Long Rig	Yes
Caravans	Yes
Some shade	Yes
Day Rest Area	Yes
Free Camping	Yes
Day Use Area	Yes

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Listed as a free camp — we have not confirmed the fee with the operator

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