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Swan Brook Rest Area

Swan Vale, NSW

About this campsite

Swan Brook Rest Area offers a compact but accommodating location for large rigs. Situated in a picturesque setting, it's an ideal spot to recharge. Despite being in a rural location, a weak 3G phone signal is achievable across the highway, providing a touch of modern convenience in a serene environment. Its single-entry point ensures easy accessibility with sufficient turning space within.

Swan Brook Rest Area is a picturesque and well-maintained overnight spot situated beside the tranquil Swan Brook, conveniently located off the Gwydir Highway, halfway between Inverell and Glen Innes. Despite the relatively small size of the area, it can comfortably accommodate large rigs, making it an optimal stop for all travelers. Various essential features such as the single entrance and adequate turning space are also offered. Connectivity can be somewhat limited in this serene getaway, but a weak 3G phone signal may be found across the other side of the highway, blending the beauty of nature with a small pinch of technology for those who need it. Such an environment makes Swan Brook Rest Area an inviting solution for travelers who value peace, comfort, and a touch of virtual connection.

Features & Facilities

Amenities

Toilets

Accommodation Types

Tent Site
Caravans
Free Camping

Facilities

Picnic Tables
Shade

Rules & Accessibility

Accessible

Other Features

Take care when leaving as visibility is limited
Pets Welcome
Room for large rigs
Overnight Rest Area
Adjacent to a pretty stream
Long Rig
Day Rest Area
Unknown feature
Day Use Area
Pleasant clean rest area with modern longdrop accessible toilets
Free Overnight Camp
Fire Place
No mobile signal in the rest area – some across the road
Bin

Weather Forecast

via Open-Meteo
TODAY🌤️
29° / 14°
THU☁️
29° / 14°
FRI🌫️
30° / 12°
SAT☁️
30° / 10°
SUN☁️
29° / 13°

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Fire Danger
Low–Moderate
Today
29°·25%·20km/h
Low–Moderate
Tomorrow
29°·23%·18km/h
Low–Moderate
Fri
30°·20%·17km/h
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