Yalata West Number 1 Rest Area
Yalata West Number 1 Rest Area
About this campsite
The Yalata West No. 1 Rest Area is a serene location that offers shaded camping spots for travelers seeking a break from highway driving. This rest stop extends into beautiful low scrub away from the main road to provide a peaceful setting. However, kindly note, this area has limited to no mobile phone signal. Ideal for a technology-detox retreat while relishing the landscapes away from the city's hustle-bustle. A perfect spot when you seek tranquility and connection with nature.
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Yalata West Number 1 Rest Area•Eyre Highway, Yalata, SA, 5690
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Is Yalata West Number 1 Rest Area free to camp at?
Yes. Yalata West 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 West Number 1 Rest Area have?
Yalata West Number 1 Rest Area has tent site, non drinking water, free camping, shade, caravans and shaded spots north of the highway. That is the short list; 16 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 West Number 1 Rest Area?
The record for Yalata West 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 West Number 1 Rest Area online?
We hold no online booking link for Yalata West 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 West Number 1 Rest Area?
Yalata West 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 West Number 1 Rest Area
| Facility | On site |
|---|---|
| Tent Site | Yes |
| Non Drinking Water | Yes |
| Free Camping | Yes |
| Shade | Yes |
| Caravans | Yes |
| Shaded spots north of the highway | Yes |
| Pets Welcome | Yes |
| Yes | |
| Generators Allowed | Yes |
| Overnight Rest Area | Yes |
| Day Rest Area | Yes |
| Day Use Area | Yes |
| Camp Trailers | Yes |
| Close to the highway | Yes |
| Free Overnight Camp | Yes |
| Bin | Yes |
| Long Rig | Yes |
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Eyre Highway
Yalata, SA 5690