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Marsden Rest Area

Back Creek, NSW
Free CampingTent SiteAccessiblePets WelcomeCaravansToilets

About this campsite

The Marsden Rest Area is a convenient overnight spot with ample space, located next to the main highway. This location is equipped with accessible toilets, picnic tables, and trash bins for your convenience. The northern end offers shaded spots for relief from the sun, and a reliable mobile phone signal assists with communication needs. Unsealed, grassy or gravel spots are also available for a more natural setting.

Strategically located alongside the modern highway, Marsden Rest Area boasts convenient, cost-free overnight accommodation. It offers an expansive area with the basic facilities you need on a long journey, including accessible toilets. The space is adaptive with sealed, grassy and gravel spots, suitable to various visitor preferences. The northern end provides respite from the sun with ample shade. Picnic tables and bins are available, providing a space for meals and maintaining cleanliness. A reliable mobile phone signal ensures you stay connected during your stay. Marsden Rest Area combines the charm of the old highway with contemporary road-trip conveniences, making it a welcoming stopover amidst long-journey travels.

How to Get There

1km south-west of the junction of the Newell Highway and the Mid Western Highway, 35.5km north-east of West Wyalong on the Newell Highway.

Features & Facilities

Amenities

Toilets

Accommodation Types

Tent Site
Caravans
Free Camping

Facilities

Shade
Picnic Tables

Rules & Accessibility

Accessible

Other Features

Overnight Rest Area
Pets Welcome
Accessible toilets
Long Rig
Large sealed drive through
Bin
Day Rest Area
Strong mobile phone signal
Unknown feature
Free Overnight Camp
Room for any size rig
Bins and picnic tables
Mobile Phone Coverage
Day Use Area

Location

Marsden Rest AreaNewell Highway, Back Creek, NSW, 2671

Weather Forecast

via Open-Meteo
TODAY☁️
13° / 7°
💧 2%
SUN☀️
15° / 3°
MON☁️
15° / 6°
TUE☀️
15° / 4°
WED☁️
15° / 2°

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Fire Danger
Today
13°·58%·16km/h
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Tomorrow
15°·50%·18km/h
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Mon
15°·52%·16km/h
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Newell Highway

Back Creek, NSW 2671