Watraba Rest Area
Watraba Rest Area
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Watraba Rest Area is a convenient stop along the Eyre Highway, 47km west of Ceduna. Its level gravel staging offers enough room for any size of vehicle. Though the amenities are basic, including bins and a picnic table, it's surrounded by nature, offering respite and tranquility. Additionally, it affords a weak, yet functional mobile phone signal, keeping you connected in this remote place. With shaded areas, it's the ideal spot for a break on your journey or a picnic amidst quietude.
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Watraba Rest Area•Eyre Highway, Watraba, SA, 5690
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Eyre Highway
Watraba, SA 5690
Watraba Rest Area
Free · no booking needed