Yalata East Number 1 Rest Area
Yalata East Number 1 Rest Area
About this campsite
Yalata East No. 1 Rest Area is a spacious, gravel drive-through rest stop with abundant shade and seclusion from nearby highways, ideal for those seeking a peaceful break amidst long drives. Despite not having facilities on-site, it guarantees good mobile phone signal. It can accommodate vehicles and rigs of all sizes, offering a comfortable pause for weary travellers.
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Yalata East Number 1 Rest Area•Eyre Highway, Yalata, SA, 5690
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Is Yalata East Number 1 Rest Area free to camp at?
Yes. Yalata East Number 1 Rest Area in Yalata, SA 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.
What facilities does Yalata East Number 1 Rest Area have?
Yalata East Number 1 Rest Area has good mobile phone signal, free camping, shade, mobile phone coverage, day use area and free overnight camp. That is the short list; 13 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 Yalata East Number 1 Rest Area?
The record for Yalata East Number 1 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 Yalata East Number 1 Rest Area online?
We hold no online booking link for Yalata East Number 1 Rest Area, so it is not bookable through this page. Many parks and showgrounds still require a booking, so contact the operator before you go. Their website or phone number is the fastest way to confirm a site.
Where is Yalata East Number 1 Rest Area?
Yalata East Number 1 Rest Area sits in Yalata, SA. 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 Yalata East Number 1 Rest Area
| Facility | On site |
|---|---|
| No facilities | Yes |
| Good mobile phone signal | Yes |
| Free Camping | Yes |
| Shade | Yes |
| Mobile Phone Coverage | Yes |
| Day Use Area | Yes |
| Free Overnight Camp | Yes |
| Plenty of shade and tracks away from the highway | Yes |
| Day Rest Area | Yes |
| Caravans | Yes |
| Pets Welcome | Yes |
| Yes | |
| Overnight Rest Area | Yes |
| Large level gravel drive through | Yes |
| Long Rig | Yes |
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Eyre Highway
Yalata, SA 5690