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Ararat Lookout

Ararat, VIC

About this rest area

Ararat Lookout offers an excellent vantage point to take in panoramic views of the vibrant town of Ararat and the surrounding countryside. Besides being a great spot for photography, it also features picnic tables, making it an ideal place for casual outings or picnics. However, visitors should note that there are no toilet facilities at the site.

There are picnic tables and bins here, but no toilers.

How to Get There

While the road is bitumen and there is turning space up here, it is probably best to leave the rig parked somewhere, as the road up is steep, winding and not all that wide.

Features & Facilities

Facilities

Picnic Tables

Other Features

Day Rest Area
Good mobile reception
Magnificent views
Bin
Day Use Area
Place of Interest
Public Parking
Unknown feature
Photo Opportunity
Mobile Phone Coverage
Picnic tables & bins
Good bitumen road all the way up
Bring your camera
Pets Welcome

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