The Gums Rest Area Kimba
The Gums Rest Area Kimba
About this campsite
Located on the charming Eyre Peninsula, Kimba offers a welcoming stop for travelers at the inviting Gums Rest Area. Known for its wheat agricultural background, the town provides convenient services including shops, fuel facilities, and even a pub that serves delightful dinners. Additionally, the Lions & Apex Park extends a warm invitation for nomads to comfortably stay overnight.
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The Gums Rest Area Kimba•Park Terrace, Kimba, SA, 5641
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Is The Gums Rest Area Kimba free to camp at?
Yes. The Gums Rest Area Kimba in Kimba, SA 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: day rest area, home of the big galah, overnight rest area and maximum 48 hrs.
What facilities does The Gums Rest Area Kimba have?
The Gums Rest Area Kimba has day rest area, home of the big galah, overnight rest area, maximum 48 hrs, tent site and long rig. That is the short list; 24 facilities are recorded for this site in total. The list comes from the site record rather than a visit, so treat it as a guide.
Are dogs allowed at The Gums Rest Area Kimba?
The record for The Gums Rest Area Kimba 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 The Gums Rest Area Kimba online?
We hold no online booking link for The Gums Rest Area Kimba, 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 The Gums Rest Area Kimba?
The Gums Rest Area Kimba sits in Kimba, SA. 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 The Gums Rest Area Kimba
| Facility | On site |
|---|---|
| Day Rest Area | Yes |
| Home of the Big Galah | Yes |
| Overnight Rest Area | Yes |
| Maximum 48 hrs | Yes |
| Tent Site | Yes |
| Long Rig | Yes |
| Pets Welcome | Yes |
| Drinking Water | Yes |
| Shade | Yes |
| Bin | Yes |
| Hose Attachment Tap | Yes |
| Caravans | Yes |
| Day Use Area | Yes |
| Toilets | Yes |
| Kimba welcomes nomads | Yes |
| Picnic Tables | Yes |
| Accessible | Yes |
| Free Overnight Camp | Yes |
| Free overnight stay | Yes |
| Free Camping | Yes |
| Yes | |
| Playground at the park | Yes |
| Walk to anywhere in the town from the park | Yes |
| Mobile Phone Coverage | Yes |
| BBQ | Yes |
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