Swinging Bridge Rest Area

Cooyar, QLD

Cooyar, QLD

At a glanceFree campsite

Free CampingPets WelcomeToiletsFire PlaceCaravansPowerBBQTent Site

About this campsite

Swinging Bridge Rest Area is a spacious and serene campsite located behind the Drovers Rest Hotel. It offers easy access to basic facilities including toilets, a pub, picnic areas, and a shop for essential supplies, all within walking distance. Highlights include the town's historic swinging bridge and a poignant memorial from the early 1900s. Nearby attractions also include Palms Forest Park, a scenic spot rewarding visitors with a pleasant stroll amidst nature.

Swinging Bridge Rest Area is a serene and spacious overnight spot, tucked neatly behind the Drovers Rest Hotel, offering ample room for all travelers. It is a unique site, featuring a charming bridge that connects the two sides of the town. The location, known for its tranquillity, makes it an ideal campground, with power available for two caravans/motorhomes and plenty of space for various rig sizes. A short walk will lead you to amenities such as toilets, a pub, and picnic area. Also, you can find shops and petrol stations nearby for convenience. This restful campsite also serves as a vivid reminder of the town's early 1900s history, with a notable child's grave to reflect upon. Additionally, a short distance away lies the inviting Palms Forest Park, offering a delightful 20-minute walk experience. A stay at Swinging Bridge Rest Area is not just a rest stop, but a tranquil retreat into nature and history.

What this place offers

Amenities

Toilets

Power

Accommodation Types

Caravans

Tent Site

Free Camping

Campground

Facilities

Shade

BBQ

Picnic Tables

Rules & Accessibility

Pets Welcome

Other Features

Maximum 48 hrs

Fee for power. Pay at pub

Behind the Drovers Rest Pub

Additional power points added - June 2014

Long Rig

Day Use Area

Day Rest Area

Mobile Phone Coverage

Unknown feature

Overnight Rest Area

Fire Place

Non Drinking Water

Bin

Free Overnight Camp

Alcohol Licence

Location

Swinging Bridge Rest Area•Fergus Street, Cooyar, QLD, 4402

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Common questions about Swinging Bridge Rest Area

Is Swinging Bridge Rest Area free to camp at?

We have Swinging Bridge Rest Area in Cooyar, 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 Swinging Bridge Rest Area have?

Swinging Bridge Rest Area has maximum 48 hrs, fee for power. pay at pub, pets welcome, behind the drovers rest pub, toilets and additional power points added - june 2014. That is the short list; 24 facilities are recorded for this site in total.

Are dogs allowed at Swinging Bridge Rest Area?

The record for Swinging Bridge 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 Swinging Bridge Rest Area online?

We hold no online booking link for Swinging Bridge 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 Swinging Bridge Rest Area?

Swinging Bridge Rest Area sits in Cooyar, 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 Swinging Bridge Rest Area

Facilities recorded for Swinging Bridge Rest Area
Facility	On site
Maximum 48 hrs	Yes
Fee for power. Pay at pub	Yes
Pets Welcome	Yes
Behind the Drovers Rest Pub	Yes
Toilets	Yes
Additional power points added - June 2014	Yes
Long Rig	Yes
Day Use Area	Yes
Day Rest Area	Yes
Mobile Phone Coverage	Yes
	Yes
Overnight Rest Area	Yes
Fire Place	Yes
Shade	Yes
Non Drinking Water	Yes
Caravans	Yes
Bin	Yes
Power	Yes
Free Overnight Camp	Yes
BBQ	Yes
Tent Site	Yes
Alcohol Licence	Yes
Picnic Tables	Yes
Free Camping	Yes
Campground	Yes

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