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Ryan Creek Rest Area

Glenalbyn, VIC

About this campsite

Ryan Creek Rest Area is a spacious, asphalt-surfaced rest stop located along the Calder Highway. With its abundant shade and drive-through convenience, it's a comfortable stop for truckers and travelers alike. Please note, while overnight stays are permitted, there are no toilet facilities available.

The Ryan Creek Rest Area is a spacious, convenient stop on the Calder Highway. Known for its well-shaded location, it is ideal for breaks and overnight stays, despite its lack of toilet facilities. With ample room and a well-maintained bitumen surface, it's also a common rest spot for truck drivers. Its drive-through setup allows for easy access and navigation, making it a practical and refreshing stop for all travelers on this route.

How to Get There

Between Inglewood and Wedderburn on the Calder Highway.

Features & Facilities

Accommodation Types

Caravans
Free Camping

Facilities

Picnic Tables
Shade

Other Features

Mobile Phone Coverage
Day Use Area
Bin
Unknown feature
Sealed drive through
Fire Place
Pets Welcome
Good mobile signal
No toilets
Overnight Rest Area
Day Rest Area
Long Rig
Free Overnight Camp

Weather Forecast

via Open-Meteo
TODAY🌧️
25° / 15°
💧 20%
THU🌫️
25° / 11°
FRI☁️
22° / 13°
SAT☁️
22° / 10°
SUN☁️
23° / 15°
💧 8%

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Fire Danger
Low–Moderate
Today
25°·36%·17km/h
Low–Moderate
Tomorrow
25°·31%·20km/h
Low–Moderate
Fri
22°·42%·22km/h
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