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Red Kangaroo Roadhouse and Rest Area

Beaufort, VIC
At a glanceFree campsite
Free CampingDrinking WaterShowersPets WelcomeCaravansToilets

About this campsite

The Red Kangaroo Roadhouse & Rest Area is a picturesque, conveniently placed stop on the Western Highway near Beaufort. Perfect for travel breaks, it provides a gravel rest area for travelers. Its elevated position offers impressive views, making it an inviting pit-stop for a stretch, a meal, or even a short stay. Its rural environment and proximity to nature make it a unique spot on your journey.

The Red Kangaroo Roadhouse is a prominent stop strategically situated on the Western Highway outside Beaufort. This destination houses a sizeable gravel rest area in the rear perfect for travelers seeking a reprieve. Enjoy the sweeping views from the hilltop location as you recharge and refuel. The Roadhouse is a vital pit stop, offering essential services that make your journey smoother and more enjoyable. Its accessible location and ample facilities make it a popular choice for nomads. This unique blend of comfort, convenience, and panoramic beauty guarantees a memorable stopover for every traveler.

How to Get There

3.7km east of Beaufort on the westbound side of the Western Highway.

What this place offers

Amenities

Drinking Water
Showers
Hot Showers
Toilets

Accommodation Types

Free Camping
Caravans

Facilities

Shade

Rules & Accessibility

Pets Welcome

Other Features

Roadhouse
Service Station
Unleaded Petrol Bowser
Diesel Bowser
Mobile Phone Coverage
Day Rest Area
Takeaway Food
Free Overnight Camp
Cold Drinks
LPG Swap
Long Rig
Non Drinking Water
Meals
Maximum 72 hrs
Overnight Rest Area
Cafe
Day Use Area
Coffee & Tea

Location

Red Kangaroo Roadhouse and Rest Area•Western Highway, Beaufort, VIC, 3373

Common questions about Red Kangaroo Roadhouse and Rest Area

Is Red Kangaroo Roadhouse and Rest Area free to camp at?

We have Red Kangaroo Roadhouse and Rest Area in Beaufort, VIC 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 Red Kangaroo Roadhouse and Rest Area have?

Red Kangaroo Roadhouse and Rest Area has drinking water, showers, pets welcome, roadhouse, service station and unleaded petrol bowser. 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 Red Kangaroo Roadhouse and Rest Area?

The record for Red Kangaroo Roadhouse and 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 Red Kangaroo Roadhouse and Rest Area online?

We hold no online booking link for Red Kangaroo Roadhouse and 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 Red Kangaroo Roadhouse and Rest Area?

Red Kangaroo Roadhouse and Rest Area sits in Beaufort, VIC. 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 Red Kangaroo Roadhouse and Rest Area

Facilities recorded for Red Kangaroo Roadhouse and Rest Area
FacilityOn site
Drinking WaterYes
ShowersYes
Pets WelcomeYes
RoadhouseYes
Service StationYes
Unleaded Petrol BowserYes
Diesel BowserYes
Mobile Phone CoverageYes
Day Rest AreaYes
Free CampingYes
Hot ShowersYes
Takeaway FoodYes
Free Overnight CampYes
Cold DrinksYes
CaravansYes
LPG SwapYes
Long RigYes
Non Drinking WaterYes
MealsYes
Maximum 72 hrsYes
ShadeYes
Overnight Rest AreaYes
ToiletsYes
CafeYes
Day Use AreaYes
Coffee & TeaYes

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

Listed as a free camp — we have not confirmed the fee with the operator
Councils and new owners do bring in fees, so ring ahead or check signage
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Western Highway

Beaufort, VIC 3373

Red Kangaroo Roadhouse and Rest Area

Free · no booking needed