Reid River Rest Area
Reid River Rest Area
About this campsite
Reid River Rest Area, nestled on the western side of the Flinders Highway, is an expansive respite spot offering limited shade under a few trees. The rest area boasts good facilities and a position over a slight hill, offering a welcoming escape from highway noise. Despite its name, Reid River is typically dry, making it a serene place for relaxation and refreshment during travel rather than a fishing spot. Recently refurbished, the rest area offers improved comfort for visitors.
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Reid River Rest Area•Flinders Highway, Reid River, QLD, 4816
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Is Reid River Rest Area free to camp at?
Yes. Reid River Rest Area in Reid River, QLD 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: fire place, picnic tables, free overnight camp and pets welcome.
What facilities does Reid River Rest Area have?
Reid River Rest Area has fire place, picnic tables, free overnight camp, pets welcome, shade and maximum 20 hrs. 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 Reid River Rest Area?
The record for Reid 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 Reid River Rest Area online?
We hold no online booking link for Reid 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 Reid River Rest Area?
Reid River Rest Area sits in Reid River, QLD. 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 Reid River Rest Area
| Facility | On site |
|---|---|
| Fire Place | Yes |
| Picnic Tables | Yes |
| Free Overnight Camp | Yes |
| Pets Welcome | Yes |
| Shade | Yes |
| Maximum 20 hrs | Yes |
| Toilets | Yes |
| Yes | |
| Day Use Area | Yes |
| Good Optus 3G reception | Yes |
| Caravans | Yes |
| Long Rig | Yes |
| Day Rest Area | Yes |
| Overnight Rest Area | Yes |
| Free Camping | Yes |
| Drinking Water | Yes |
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Flinders Highway
Reid River, QLD 4816