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Wardell Rest Area

Wardell, NSW
At a glance
CampgroundCaravansToiletsPets Welcome

About this campsite

Wardell Rest Area is an ideal haven for travelers, offering a free overnight stop alongside the Pacific Highway. It's a clean and convenient spot for a break, equipped with bathrooms and picnic tables, and nestled within beautiful natural surroundings. Whether you're on a long road trip or looking for a quick respite, Wardell Rest Area is an accessible and welcoming spot for all.

The Wardell Rest Area is a welcoming haven for travelers, located along the sides of the bustling Pacific Highway. Open for all, the area offers a chance to pause your journey, rest, and rejuvenate before hitting the road again. It offers ample parking and is suitable for all kinds of vehicles, including RVs. With plenty of space to stretch your legs, you can enjoy a relaxing break from a tiring drive. Plus, animals are permitted too, so your furry friends can also enjoy a refreshing stopover. Safety is a top priority, with the area being well-lit and secure, ensuring travelers can rest with peace of mind. Overall, the Wardell Rest Area establishes itself as a perfect spot to stop, rest, and revitalize during long road journeys.

How to Get There

15km south-west of Ballina on both sides of Pacific Highway

What this place offers

Amenities

Toilets

Accommodation Types

Caravans

Facilities

Shade

Rules & Accessibility

Pets Welcome

Other Features

Maximum 20 hrs
Mobile Phone Coverage
Free Overnight Camp
Day Use Area
Long Rig
Day Rest Area
Overnight Rest Area
Bin
Unknown feature

Location

Wardell Rest Area•Pacific Highway, Wardell, NSW, 2477

Weather Forecast

via Open-Meteo
TODAY⛈️
23° / 19°
💧 86%
WED☁️
25° / 18°
💧 31%
THU🌦️
24° / 17°
💧 29%
FRI🌦️
23° / 16°
💧 59%
SAT🌦️
22° / 18°
💧 32%

Common questions about Wardell Rest Area

What facilities does Wardell Rest Area have?

Wardell Rest Area has maximum 20 hrs, mobile phone coverage, free overnight camp, caravans, day use area and long rig. 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 Wardell Rest Area?

The record for Wardell 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 Wardell Rest Area online?

We hold no online booking link for Wardell Rest Area, 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 Wardell Rest Area?

Wardell Rest Area sits in Wardell, NSW. 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 Wardell Rest Area

Facilities recorded for Wardell Rest Area
FacilityOn site
Maximum 20 hrsYes
Mobile Phone CoverageYes
Free Overnight CampYes
CaravansYes
Day Use AreaYes
Long RigYes
ToiletsYes
Day Rest AreaYes
Overnight Rest AreaYes
BinYes
ShadeYes
Pets WelcomeYes
Yes

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Fire Danger
Low–Moderate
Today
23°·80%·18km/h
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Tomorrow
25°·49%·19km/h
Low–Moderate
Thu
24°·53%·17km/h
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Pacific Highway

Wardell, NSW 2477

Wardell Rest Area