West Peawah River Rest Area in Sherlock, WA — photo 1

West Peawah River Rest Area

Sherlock, WA
At a glanceFree campsite
Free CampingToiletsFire PlacePets WelcomeTent SiteAccessibleBBQCaravans

About this campsite

West Peawah River Rest Area offers an outdoor escape with free overnight stays. Its cul-de-sac configuration provides ample space, including ample room for large vehicles. Despite limited partial shade, the area provides picturesque waterfront spots and secluded sites near the river. Perfect for those seeking a retreat close to nature.

The West Peawah River Rest Area is a spacious overnight location situated along the tranquil western Peawah River. This spot is designed as a cul-de-sac, featuring a single entry/exit point, making it easy to navigate even for larger vehicles. This rest area also hosts a large, gently sloping park area with minimal shelter creating an open, airy environment, perfect for stargazing. For those who prefer more coverage, there are also sheltered sites nestled closer to the river, offering a charming rendezvous with nature.

How to Get There

25km north-east of Whim Creek, 93km south-west of Port Hedland on north-western side of North West Coastal Highway and the north-eastern side of river.

What this place offers

Amenities

Toilets

Accommodation Types

Free Camping
Tent Site
Caravans

Facilities

Picnic Tables
Shade
BBQ

Rules & Accessibility

Pets Welcome
Accessible

Other Features

Maximum 24 hrs
Fire Place
Day Rest Area
Day Use Area
Overnight Rest Area
Long Rig
Free Overnight Camp
Unknown feature

Location

West Peawah River Rest Area•North West Coastal Highway, Sherlock, WA, 6714

Common questions about West Peawah River Rest Area

Is West Peawah River Rest Area free to camp at?

We have West Peawah River Rest Area in Sherlock, WA 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 West Peawah River Rest Area have?

West Peawah River Rest Area has toilets, maximum 24 hrs, picnic tables, fire place, day rest area and day use area. That is the short list; 16 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 West Peawah River Rest Area?

The record for West Peawah River 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 West Peawah River Rest Area online?

We hold no online booking link for West Peawah River 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 West Peawah River Rest Area?

West Peawah River Rest Area sits in Sherlock, WA. 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 West Peawah River Rest Area

Facilities recorded for West Peawah River Rest Area
FacilityOn site
ToiletsYes
Maximum 24 hrsYes
Picnic TablesYes
Fire PlaceYes
Day Rest AreaYes
Day Use AreaYes
Overnight Rest AreaYes
Free CampingYes
Long RigYes
Free Overnight CampYes
Pets WelcomeYes
Yes
ShadeYes
Tent SiteYes
AccessibleYes
BBQYes
CaravansYes

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North West Coastal Highway

Sherlock, WA 6714

West Peawah River Rest Area

Free · no booking needed