Rest Areas

Tasmania Rest Areas List
Tasmania Rest Area Information ℹ️
Rest Areas are not generally used for camping, they are meant for you to take a short break from driving, so you can refresh, and continue on your journey safely.
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The Alma Reserve Picnic Area is a nice spot for a rest and a picnic, grab your fishing rod and try your luck, or launch your kayak and have a quick exploratory paddle of the waterway.
No Camping is permitted here
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Arve River Picnic Area is a rather nice spot for a picnic, it's situated on the bank of the Arve River, just off the main road and in amongst the forest, with nice BBQ facilities.
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Beaconsfield Showground Rest Area 12 Hour Limit
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The Blackburn Creek Rest Area doesn't have a lot to offer here, maybe explore a dry creek bed, or count the cars that go by. Entrance to the Blackburn Creek Rest Area Blackburn Creek Rest Area location map
Brickmakers Beach Rest Area
The Brickmakers Beach Rest Area is a nice day rest area, with the beach only a short distance from the car park area. I believe it's a bit too rocky for fishing on the left hand side, but you are welcome to prove me wrong. My preference is over off the sa ...
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Campbell Town Lions Park Rest Area
The Campbell Town Lions Park Rest Area is a place to relax and take in the tranquil scenery, grab your kayak and g for a paddle, try your luck at catching dinner, grab your bikes and ride around town, all in all plenty to do here.
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Conara Roadside Park Rest Area why not pop in and take a short break, walk down to the main town for a bit of exercise, pass 33 or so houses, and you’ve seen it all. And the Railway Station.
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The Derby Park is set well back from the main road, with a river right next to your spot you have pulled over at. If you have a bike with you, ride over to Briseis Lake Entrance to the Derby Park Derby Park location map
The Falls Park to camp here you will need a Permit from local council, you can do this online quite quickly.
Free camping is available between Friday and Sunday 8.00am for self contained campers. The local Sunday market is well worth a visit if you camp ...
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At Fossey River Rest Area, you can have a picnic and a short break from driving. Check out the Information board to show you what’s in the area. Entrance to the Fossey River Rest Area Fossey River Rest Area location map
The Hadspen Lions Park Reserve Area is a lovely spot for a BBQ and picnic, it's on the banks of the South Esk River. It's a nice place to drop your boat or kayak into the water, or try catching dinner from the banks.
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The Hamilton Rest Area is opposite the Bicentennial Park, where you'll find a public toilet, undercover picnic tables and rubbish bins. Or you can walk along the streets or perhaps try some freshwater fishing in the nearby River Clyde.
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At the Hellyer Gorge Rest Area take a break from driving, and walk down to the river, then pop back for a BBQ and sit on the undercover table and seating area. Entrance to the Hellyer Gorge Rest Area Hellyer Gorge Rest Area location map
Humbug Point Nature Recreation Area
The Humbug Point Nature Recreation Area has a few spots every now and then along the main road. Not suitable for large caravans, but the main rest area caters for a large turning circle, and the toilets are there also.
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From the Kempton Rest Area you can take a short walk or get your bikes off the back of the van, and have a short sightseeing trip around town, then settle in for the night.
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King Street Oval Rest Area 24 Hour Limit
The King Street Oval Rest Area is for self contained campers. There is a 24 hour stop over limit in place here. Public toilets and a Dump Point Entrance to the King Street Oval Rest Area King Street Oval Rest Area location map
Lake Rowallan Bridge Rest Area
The Lake Rowallan Bridge Rest Area is on the banks of the Mersey River. I’ve said fishing is available, but you do have to walk a short while to find a suitable place near the bridge. Lake Rowallan Bridge Rest Area location map
The Mackintosh Dam Rest Area is a widened area next to the dam wall. There is another camping area further down the road, but I'm not sure if it's suitable for caravans, I would love to hear from anyone who can let me know if its OK for Vans.
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If visiting the Ocean Beach Coastal Reserve Strahan, beach fishing is the main attraction here, and long walks along the sandy shoreline.
NO CAMPING PERMITTED
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Paper Beach Reserve Rest Area 12 Hour Limit
At the Paper Beach Reserve Rest Area you can make a call from the phone box, pop over to the water, turn right, and take a walk along the water's edge to the point, and take your camera with you.
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