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Mother of Ducks Lagoon Rest Area

Guyra, NSW

About this campsite

Mother of Ducks Lagoon Rest Area is a highly appealing destination, located at the elevated height of 1330m in Guyra, renowned as the highest caravan park in Australia. This scenic spot offers quality grass, covers in abundant shade, and sits between Leggo Park and a golf course/lagoon - making it an ideal spot for summer visits. The area, dogs-friendly with some restrictions, is close to the local business district and showcases astounding historical architecture. Excitingly, Guyra gained nationwide interest due to a four-day search for a lost boy in 1960, which influenced a hit song and a subsequent film.

The Mother of Ducks Lagoon Reserve is located near Guyra, providing a vibrant location for day rest and overnight area. Enclosed in a green zone with Leggo Park and golf course, it gives a serene ambiance. The town of Guyra, noted for its high-altitude, guarantees a cool climate even in summers. The reserve is characterized by large green areas, plenty of shade, and a quiet, soothing atmosphere. It's a beautiful spot, especially during the summer. It's easily accessible and within a short walking distance from Guyra's city center, making it convenient to explore the town's amazing historical architecture. The Reserve also makes for a perfect refuge for animal and nature lovers, with dogs allowed in specified areas. However, it's important to note that dogs are prohibited within the lagoon reserve itself. A little piece of trivia: Guyra served as the backdrop for an acclaimed song and subsequent film "Little Boy Lost" based on the thrilling four-day quest for a missing boy back in 1960, further steeping the place in intriguing history.

Features & Facilities

Amenities

Toilets
Drinking Water

Accommodation Types

Caravans
Free Camping

Facilities

Shade
Picnic Tables

Rules & Accessibility

Accessible

Other Features

Unknown feature
Bin
Maximum 24 hrs
Day Use Area
Mobile Phone Coverage
Information Board
Overnight Rest Area
Pets Welcome
Bird Watching
Clean toilets
Day Rest Area
Birdwatching
Photo Opportunity
Long Rig
Information
Free Overnight Camp

Weather Forecast

via Open-Meteo
TODAY🌫️
24° / 8°
THU☁️
24° / 9°
FRI🌫️
24° / 8°
SAT🌤️
22° / 11°
SUN☁️
22° / 11°

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