Sommariva Rest Area
Sommariva Rest Area
About this campsite
The Sommariva Rest Area offers a convenient and comfortable spot for long-distance travelers. This roadside oasis combines essential facilities such as a restroom and a picnic area, offering a much-needed respite during your journey. Though it lacks extensive shade, it is an ideal spot for an overnight stay or a brief rest between your destinations. Enjoy a meal at the picnic table, take a break, and appreciate the simplicity and convenience of the Sommariva Rest Area.
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Sommariva Rest Area•41km east of Charleville, 50km west of Morven on northern side of Warrego Highway., Morven, QLD, 4468
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Common questions about Sommariva Rest Area
Is Sommariva Rest Area free to camp at?
We have Sommariva Rest Area in Morven, QLD 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 Sommariva Rest Area have?
Sommariva Rest Area has tent site, mobile phone coverage, day rest area, toilets, free overnight camp and shade. 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 Sommariva Rest Area?
The record for Sommariva 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 Sommariva Rest Area online?
We hold no online booking link for Sommariva 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 Sommariva Rest Area?
Sommariva Rest Area sits in Morven, 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 Sommariva Rest Area
| Facility | On site |
|---|---|
| Tent Site | Yes |
| Mobile Phone Coverage | Yes |
| Day Rest Area | Yes |
| Toilets | Yes |
| Free Overnight Camp | Yes |
| Shade | Yes |
| Fire Place | Yes |
| Picnic Tables | Yes |
| Long Rig | Yes |
| Free Camping | Yes |
| Bin | Yes |
| Caravans | Yes |
| Yes | |
| Pets Welcome | Yes |
| Day Use Area | Yes |
| Overnight Rest Area | Yes |
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41km east of Charleville, 50km west of Morven on northern side of Warrego Highway.
Morven, QLD 4468