Waikerie Lookout
Waikerie Lookout
About this campsite
Waikerie Lookout provides a wonderful opportunity for relaxation and scenic exploration off the Sturt Highway, near Waikeri. With amenities like picnic tables and bins, it offers convenience for both day visitors and overnight campers. Visitors can enjoy expansive river views, find reprieve under shaded areas, and camp in specific spots suitable for tents. Its sealed circular road and parking bay ensure ease of access, making it an attractive destination for outdoor enthusiasts.
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Waikerie Lookout•Holder Bottom Road, Waikerie, SA, 5330
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Is Waikerie Lookout free to camp at?
Yes. Waikerie Lookout in Waikerie, 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: great views across the river, overlooks holder bend, picnic tables and day rest area.
What facilities does Waikerie Lookout have?
Waikerie Lookout has great views across the river, overlooks holder bend, picnic tables, day rest area, enquire at the waikerie visitor information centre and shade. That is the short list; 15 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 Waikerie Lookout?
The record for Waikerie Lookout 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 Waikerie Lookout online?
We hold no online booking link for Waikerie Lookout, 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 Waikerie Lookout?
Waikerie Lookout sits in Waikerie, 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 Waikerie Lookout
| Facility | On site |
|---|---|
| Great views across the river | Yes |
| Overlooks Holder Bend | Yes |
| Picnic Tables | Yes |
| Day Rest Area | Yes |
| No Long Rigs | Yes |
| Enquire at the Waikerie Visitor Information Centre | Yes |
| Shade | Yes |
| Bin | Yes |
| Maximum 20 hrs | Yes |
| Pets Welcome | Yes |
| Mobile Phone Coverage | Yes |
| Day Use Area | Yes |
| Overnight Rest Area | Yes |
| No Caravans | Yes |
| Free Overnight Camp | Yes |
| Free Camping | Yes |
| Photo Opportunity | Yes |
| Yes |
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