Wonarah Bore Rest Area in Costello, NT — photo 1

Wonarah Bore Rest Area

Costello, NT
At a glanceFree campsite
Free CampingFire PlaceCaravansPets Welcome

About this campsite

The Last time, Wonarah Bore Rest Area was crowded, especially around dusk. Despite this, it's a worth visiting spot due to its vast space suitable for any size rig, and a drive-through configuration. It's an ideal spot for night rests along the Barkley Highway. Don't miss experiencing the calm and beauty of this diversion off the northern side if you fancy massive rest areas.

The Wonarah Bore Rest Area is a highly popular destination, with large numbers flocking to the site, especially during peak hours such as dusk. Its popularity is based on its ample space and drive-through configuration which perfectly accommodates rigs of all sizes. Visitors are attracted to the serene ambiance and the convenient location off the northern side of the Barkley Highway. So keep in mind that although it's a free overnight spot, make sure you plan your visit, considering it may get crowded during popular times.

How to Get There

43km east of Barkly Homestead

What this place offers

Accommodation Types

Caravans
Free Camping

Facilities

Picnic Tables
Shade

Rules & Accessibility

Pets Welcome

Other Features

Maximum 24 hrs
Fire Place
Free Overnight Camp
Overnight Rest Area
Day Rest Area
Popular stopover. Can be crowded
Photo Opportunity
Long Rig
Day Use Area
Unknown feature
Non Drinking Water
Toilet paper littering the ground
Bin

Location

Wonarah Bore Rest Area•Costello, NT, 0872

Common questions about Wonarah Bore Rest Area

Is Wonarah Bore Rest Area free to camp at?

We have Wonarah Bore Rest Area in Costello, NT 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 Wonarah Bore Rest Area have?

Wonarah Bore Rest Area has maximum 24 hrs, fire place, caravans, free overnight camp, overnight rest area and day rest area. 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 Wonarah Bore Rest Area?

The record for Wonarah Bore 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 Wonarah Bore Rest Area online?

We hold no online booking link for Wonarah Bore 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 Wonarah Bore Rest Area?

Wonarah Bore Rest Area sits in Costello, NT. 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 Wonarah Bore Rest Area

Facilities recorded for Wonarah Bore Rest Area
FacilityOn site
Maximum 24 hrsYes
Fire PlaceYes
CaravansYes
Free Overnight CampYes
Overnight Rest AreaYes
Day Rest AreaYes
Pets WelcomeYes
Popular stopover. Can be crowdedYes
Photo OpportunityYes
Picnic TablesYes
ShadeYes
Free CampingYes
Long RigYes
Day Use AreaYes
Yes
Non Drinking WaterYes
Toilet paper littering the groundYes
BinYes

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We hold this as a free camp but have not confirmed the fee — check before you go

Free campsite — no booking needed, sites are first come, first served.

Listed as a free camp — we have not confirmed the fee with the operator
Councils and new owners do bring in fees, so ring ahead or check signage
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Costello, NT 0872

Wonarah Bore Rest Area

Free · no booking needed