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Kelly Reserve

Parkes, NSW

About this rest area

Kelly Reserve in Parkes is a premium day rest area, boasting ample space for both standard and large vehicles. The reserve offers a driver reviver during holiday periods, making it ideal for travelers. The parkland includes comfortable facilities such as picnic tables, electric BBQs, and a children's play area. There's also a walking track for those interested in exploring the natural beauty of the area. Notably, a steam locomotive named the "Spirit of Parkes" heralds the entrance, situated close to the Visitor Information Centre.

There is a driver reviver located here which operates during holiday periods. A car park is provided with an entry on the Newell Highway and there is adequate caravan and large rig parking in Thomas Street. Acres of grassy parkland stretch out beyond the toilets and dump point with covered picnic tables and electric BBQs to enjoy. There is also a large children's play facility. A map shows the route of a walking track through the area. You can't miss the park when driving on the Newell Highway not far from the Visitor Information Centre, as there is a steam locomotive planted right at the front, proudly displaying its name; "Spirit of Parkes" on the boiler.

Features & Facilities

Amenities

Drinking Water
Toilets

Accommodation Types

Caravans

Facilities

Dump Point
BBQ
Children's Play Facility
Picnic Tables
Shade

Rules & Accessibility

Accessible

Other Features

Public toilets
Unknown feature
Day Rest Area
Bin
Public Dump Point
Information
BBQs and covered picnic tables
Mobile Phone Coverage
Driver reviver
Day Use Area
Long Rig
Pets Welcome
Walking
Information Board
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Acres of grassy parkland
"Children's playground
Walking track

Weather Forecast

via Open-Meteo
TODAY🌤️
30° / 16°
THU🌤️
31° / 18°
FRI☁️
30° / 15°
SAT☁️
28° / 16°
SUN☁️
27° / 14°
💧 5%

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