McPhillips Creek Rest Area
McPhillips Creek Rest Area
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The McPhillips Creek Rest Area is a convenient and safe getaway, providing modern amenities like clean toilets and covered picnic benches. Although situated adjacent to a floodplain close to the highway, it also presents a break from the more complex terrains. Its substantial space can cater to large vehicles and trucks. Despite its minor setback of slight traffic noise and a weak 3G network signal, the rest area stands out as a reliable stop-over option during your journey.
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McPhillips Creek Rest Area•Pacific Highway, Bom Bom, NSW, 2460
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Pacific Highway
Bom Bom, NSW 2460