Ryan Creek Rest Area

Glenalbyn, VIC

Ryan Creek Rest Area

Glenalbyn, VIC

Free CampingCaravansFire PlacePets Welcome

About this campsite

Ryan Creek Rest Area is a spacious, asphalt-surfaced rest stop located along the Calder Highway. With its abundant shade and drive-through convenience, it's a comfortable stop for truckers and travelers alike. Please note, while overnight stays are permitted, there are no toilet facilities available.

The Ryan Creek Rest Area is a spacious, convenient stop on the Calder Highway. Known for its well-shaded location, it is ideal for breaks and overnight stays, despite its lack of toilet facilities. With ample room and a well-maintained bitumen surface, it's also a common rest spot for truck drivers. Its drive-through setup allows for easy access and navigation, making it a practical and refreshing stop for all travelers on this route.

How to Get There

Between Inglewood and Wedderburn on the Calder Highway.

Features & Facilities

Accommodation Types

Caravans

Free Camping

Facilities

Picnic Tables

Shade

Other Features

Mobile Phone Coverage

Day Use Area

Bin

Unknown feature

Sealed drive through

Fire Place

Pets Welcome

Good mobile signal

No toilets

Overnight Rest Area

Day Rest Area

Long Rig

Free Overnight Camp

Weather Forecast

via Open-Meteo

TODAY🌧️

12° / 6°

💧 96%

FRI☁️

14° / 6°

—

SAT☁️

16° / 8°

💧 2%

SUN☁️

16° / 7°

💧 2%

MON🌦️

13° / 5°

💧 2%

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