Peel River Rest Area
Peel River Rest Area
About this campsite
The Peel River Rest Area is a spacious site suitable for overnight stays, conveniently located close to main roads. The rest area is adjacent to a pleasant river pool, offering visitors the chance to cool off with a swim or engage in some fishing. However, the site is near a rubbish tip, making cleanliness an occasional issue. Despite this, it's an ideal spot for travellers seeking a break from a long journey.
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Location
Peel River Rest Area•1245 Nundle Road, Dungowan, NSW, 2340
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Is Peel River Rest Area free to camp at?
Yes. Peel River Rest Area in Dungowan, NSW 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: long rig, swimming, between road and river and day rest area.
What facilities does Peel River Rest Area have?
Peel River Rest Area has long rig, swimming, between road and river, day rest area, pets welcome and moderate size. That is the short list; 18 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 Peel River Rest Area?
The record for Peel River 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 Peel River Rest Area online?
We hold no online booking link for Peel River 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 Peel River Rest Area?
Peel River Rest Area sits in Dungowan, NSW. 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 Peel River Rest Area
| Facility | On site |
|---|---|
| Long Rig | Yes |
| Swimming | Yes |
| Between road and river | Yes |
| Day Rest Area | Yes |
| Pets Welcome | Yes |
| Moderate size | Yes |
| Generators Allowed | Yes |
| No facilities | Yes |
| Yes | |
| Tent Site | Yes |
| Camping Area | Yes |
| Day Use Area | Yes |
| Canoeing Kayaking | Yes |
| Caravans | Yes |
| Overnight Rest Area | Yes |
| Free Overnight Camp | Yes |
| Mobile Phone Coverage | Yes |
| Free Camping | Yes |
| Camp Trailers | Yes |
| Shade | Yes |
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1245 Nundle Road
Dungowan, NSW 2340