Pothana Lane Rest Area in Belford, NSW — photo 1

Pothana Lane Rest Area

Belford, NSW
At a glanceFree campsite
Free CampingFire PlaceCaravansPets Welcome

About this campsite

Pothana Lane Rest Area is a serene and secluded location, perfect for those seeking a quiet retreat. Although it is close to the highway, it is comfortably shielded from traffic noise by a thick collection of trees. The area, while mostly sloping, offers a unique, natural landscape, adding to its charm. Despite appearing somewhat overlooked at times, it radiates an unrefined appeal that draws visitors seeking tranquility amidst nature.

Gently sloping terrain and a sense of untouched nature pervade this spot.

How to Get There

Turn off New England Highway at waypoint, 16km SE of Singleton. Follow sign for a short distance to Pothana Lane.

What this place offers

Accommodation Types

Caravans
Free Camping

Facilities

Picnic Tables
Shade

Rules & Accessibility

Pets Welcome

Other Features

Overnight Rest Area
Mobile Phone Coverage
Fire Place
Long Rig
Day Rest Area
Free Overnight Camp
Bin
Unknown feature
Day Use Area

Location

Pothana Lane Rest AreaNew England Highway, Belford, NSW, 2335

Weather Forecast

via Open-Meteo
TODAY🌤️
16° / 3°
THU☁️
15° / 3°
FRI🌤️
17° / 2°
SAT☁️
18° / 2°
💧 2%
SUN☁️
17° / 5°
💧 67%

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Free to stay

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Free campsite — no booking needed, sites are first come, first served.

$0 camping — no fees at this site
Sites are first come, first served — arrive early on holidays
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Fire Danger
Today
16°·42%·18km/h
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Tomorrow
15°·48%·9km/h
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Fri
17°·47%·11km/h
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New England Highway

Belford, NSW 2335

Pothana Lane Rest Area

Free · no booking needed