Wheogo Park Forbes Rest Area
Wheogo Park Forbes Rest Area
About this campsite
Wheogo Park Forbes Rest Area is an idyllic overnight rest spot nestled between Junction Street and Lake Forbes on the Lachlan River. It offers up to a 48-hour stay for self-contained vehicles, making it a convenient space for travellers. The site is located on the tranquil southwestern outskirts of Forbes but still offers quick access to the town centre. The area is known for its friendly locals, adding to the inviting atmosphere of this restful stopover.
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Wheogo Park Forbes Rest Area•Junction Street, Forbes, NSW, 2871
Common questions about Wheogo Park Forbes Rest Area
Is Wheogo Park Forbes Rest Area free to camp at?
Yes. Wheogo Park Forbes Rest Area in Forbes, NSW 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: caravans, fishing spot, overnight rest area and town water and bins on site.
What facilities does Wheogo Park Forbes Rest Area have?
Wheogo Park Forbes Rest Area has caravans, fishing spot, overnight rest area, town water and bins on site, long rig and river fishing. That is the short list; 22 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 Wheogo Park Forbes Rest Area?
The record for Wheogo Park Forbes 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 Wheogo Park Forbes Rest Area online?
We hold no online booking link for Wheogo Park Forbes 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 Wheogo Park Forbes Rest Area?
Wheogo Park Forbes Rest Area sits in Forbes, 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 Wheogo Park Forbes Rest Area
| Facility | On site |
|---|---|
| Caravans | Yes |
| Fishing Spot | Yes |
| Overnight Rest Area | Yes |
| Town water and bins on site | Yes |
| Long Rig | Yes |
| River Fishing | Yes |
| Shade | Yes |
| Maximum 48 hrs | Yes |
| Mobile Phone Coverage | Yes |
| Self-contained vehicles only | Yes |
| Close to town centre | Yes |
| On bank of the Lachlan River | Yes |
| Walking | Yes |
| Bin | Yes |
| Day Use Area | Yes |
| Free Overnight Camp | Yes |
| Pets Welcome | Yes |
| Free Camping | Yes |
| just past Lions Park | Yes |
| Easy walk across footbridge to Shopping Centre | Yes |
| Day Rest Area | Yes |
| Yes | |
| Dump point 800 metres away | Yes |
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Junction Street
Forbes, NSW 2871
Wheogo Park Forbes Rest Area
Free · no booking needed