Bang Bang Rest Area

Stokes, QLD

Bang Bang Rest Area

Stokes, QLD

About this campsite

The Bang Bang Rest Area is a spacious and convenient stopover located just off the Burke Developmental Road for travelers. Though limited in natural shade, it provides essential amenities including sanitation facilities and a dedicated dump point, offering a comfortable and practical stay for road trip enthusiasts or anyone seeking a brief respite on their journey.

Expanding itself along the Burke Developmental Road, Bang Bang Rest Area presents itself as a capacious area for overnight stay. Its soothing shade primarily comes from a duo of acacias, standing there with a charm. Although the facilities available are basic, they prove to be efficient in catering to your needs. An additional advantage of this rest area is its dump point, making it even more convenient for visitors. Experience the comfort and tranquility in this no-frills rest place. Discover an ideal spot to unwind and regain the energy for your forthcoming adventures.

How to Get There

110km south-west of Normanton on southern side of Burke Developmental Road

Features & Facilities

Amenities

Toilets

Accommodation Types

Free Camping

Tent Site

Caravans

Facilities

Picnic Tables

Dump Point

Shade

BBQ

Rules & Accessibility

Accessible

Other Features

No TV reception here

Pets Welcome

Free Overnight Camp

Bin

Day Rest Area

Non Drinking Water

Day Use Area

Unknown feature

Generators Allowed

Long Rig

Maximum 20 hrs

Overnight Rest Area

Weather Forecast

via Open-Meteo

TODAY🌤️

35° / 23°

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THU☁️

34° / 23°

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FRI🌤️

34° / 22°

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SAT🌤️

34° / 23°

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SUN🌤️

33° / 22°

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Fire Danger

Low–Moderate

Today

35°·36%·17km/h

Low–Moderate

Tomorrow

34°·37%·19km/h

Low–Moderate

Fri

34°·38%·19km/h

Low–Moderate

Estimated from forecast conditionsQFES

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