
Wickliffe Rest Area

Wickliffe Rest Area
About this rest area
The Wickliffe Rest Area is a picturesque destination offering visitor-friendly amenities such as clean restrooms, covered barbecue facilities, and picnic tables. Nestled in the heart of the village, this spot boasts well-maintained grassy expanses. A great location for picnic-lovers, it is perfect for a relaxing stopover or a day out with family and friends.
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Location
Wickliffe Rest Area•Glenelg Highway, Wickliffe, VIC, 3379
Common questions about Wickliffe Rest Area
Is Wickliffe Rest Area free to camp at?
Yes. Wickliffe Rest Area in Wickliffe, VIC 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: day rest area, bbq & picnic table, bbq and accessible toilets.
What facilities does Wickliffe Rest Area have?
Wickliffe Rest Area has day rest area, bbq & picnic table, bbq, accessible toilets, information and mobile phone coverage. That is the short list; 17 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 Wickliffe Rest Area?
The record for Wickliffe 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 Wickliffe Rest Area online?
We hold no online booking link for Wickliffe 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 Wickliffe Rest Area?
Wickliffe Rest Area sits in Wickliffe, VIC. 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 Wickliffe Rest Area
| Facility | On site |
|---|---|
| Day Rest Area | Yes |
| BBQ & picnic table | Yes |
| BBQ | Yes |
| Accessible toilets | Yes |
| Information | Yes |
| Mobile Phone Coverage | Yes |
| Accessible | Yes |
| Yes | |
| Pets Welcome | Yes |
| Long Rig | Yes |
| Day Use Area | Yes |
| Toilets | Yes |
| Caravans | Yes |
| Information Board | Yes |
| Picnic Tables | Yes |
| Parking on the street | Yes |
| Bin | Yes |
| Good mobile phone signal | Yes |
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Glenelg Highway
Wickliffe, VIC 3379
Wickliffe Rest Area
