Oodnadatta Rest Area
Oodnadatta Rest Area
About this campsite
Oodnadatta Rest Area is a spacious, open spot conducive for drive-throughs. It offers a significant value proposition with its free electric BBQ facility. Moreover, it is conveniently located within a short stroll to the popular Pink Roadhouse. The lack of shade further adds to its unique and natural charm, giving visitors an unhindered feel of the outdoors. It's a perfect place to take a break, cook a quick meal, and enjoy the natural landscape.
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Oodnadatta Rest Area•Oodnadatta Track, Oodnadatta, SA, 5734
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Is Oodnadatta Rest Area free to camp at?
Yes. Oodnadatta Rest Area in Oodnadatta, SA 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: tent site, long rig, walking distance to pink roadhouse and fire place.
What facilities does Oodnadatta Rest Area have?
Oodnadatta Rest Area has tent site, long rig, walking distance to pink roadhouse, fire place, pets welcome and bbq. 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 Oodnadatta Rest Area?
The record for Oodnadatta 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 Oodnadatta Rest Area online?
We hold no online booking link for Oodnadatta 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 Oodnadatta Rest Area?
Oodnadatta Rest Area sits in Oodnadatta, SA. 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 Oodnadatta Rest Area
| Facility | On site |
|---|---|
| Tent Site | Yes |
| No shade | Yes |
| Long Rig | Yes |
| Walking distance to Pink Roadhouse | Yes |
| Fire Place | Yes |
| Pets Welcome | Yes |
| BBQ | Yes |
| Free electric BBQ | Yes |
| Free Camping | Yes |
| Overnight Rest Area | Yes |
| Public toilets in town | Yes |
| Bin | Yes |
| Picnic Tables | Yes |
| Generators Allowed | Yes |
| Free Overnight Camp | Yes |
| Yes | |
| Caravans | Yes |
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Oodnadatta Track
Oodnadatta, SA 5734