Snowy River Rest Area No 1 in Orbost, VIC — photo 1

Snowy River Rest Area No 1

Orbost, VIC
At a glanceFree campsite
Free CampingCaravansPets WelcomeTent Site

About this campsite

Snowy River Rest Area No 1 is an appealing riverside location ideal for stopovers, offering space for multiple vehicles inclusive of large rigs. Although the site does not have onsite toilet facilities, two table-seat arrangements are made available for visitor use. For additional amenities, including facilities, one can easily access the nearby tourist information center in Orbost, just a short drive away.

Snowy River Rest Area No 1 provides a serene environment for an overnight stop. Nestled amidst nature, on the banks of a beautiful river, it can accommodate several vehicles, including big rigs. The rest area features two tables with seats, perfect for family picnics or a meal under the stars. Please note that restroom amenities are not available on-site. However, these can be availed at the tourist information centre in Orbost, which is only a short distance away. A stay at Snowy River Rest Area No 1 offers an enchanting encounter with nature. Come relax, unwind, and recharge in the calm and tranquil surroundings.

What this place offers

Accommodation Types

Caravans
Tent Site
Free Camping

Facilities

Picnic Tables

Rules & Accessibility

Pets Welcome

Other Features

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

Location

Snowy River Rest Area No 1•Marlo Road, Orbost, VIC, 3888

Weather Forecast

via Open-Meteo
TODAY🌦️
16° / 9°
💧 100%
MON🌤️
17° / 4°
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TUE☁️
22° / 6°
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WED🌦️
28° / 12°
💧 30%
THU🌦️
28° / 16°
💧 66%

Common questions about Snowy River Rest Area No 1

Is Snowy River Rest Area No 1 free to camp at?

Yes. Snowy River Rest Area No 1 in Orbost, VIC 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.

What facilities does Snowy River Rest Area No 1 have?

Snowy River Rest Area No 1 has day use area, bin, caravans, free overnight camp, day rest area and overnight rest area. That is the short list; 12 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 Snowy River Rest Area No 1?

The record for Snowy River Rest Area No 1 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 Snowy River Rest Area No 1 online?

We hold no online booking link for Snowy River Rest Area No 1, 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 Snowy River Rest Area No 1?

Snowy River Rest Area No 1 sits in Orbost, 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 Snowy River Rest Area No 1

Facilities recorded for Snowy River Rest Area No 1
FacilityOn site
Day Use AreaYes
BinYes
CaravansYes
Free Overnight CampYes
Day Rest AreaYes
Overnight Rest AreaYes
Pets WelcomeYes
Tent SiteYes
Picnic TablesYes
Free CampingYes
Mobile Phone CoverageYes
Yes
Long RigYes

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Murrungowar Rest Area — Brodribb River, VIC11.3 km away

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Murrungowar Rest Area

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Burnt Bridge Road Rest Area — Toorloo Arm, VIC42.8 km away

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Low–Moderate
Today
16°·53%·15km/h
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Tomorrow
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Marlo Road

Orbost, VIC 3888

Snowy River Rest Area No 1

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