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Tongala Turnoff Rest Area

Tongala, VIC

About this campsite

Tongala Turnoff rest area offers a peaceful overnight stop with a drive through configuration, located conveniently just off the Murray Valley Highway. While it lacks amenities, its level gravel area ensures comfort for travelers. However, visitors are kindly reminded to maintain cleanliness by taking their rubbish back with them. Clean, green, and serene, the Tongala Turnoff rest area is a small respite for tired travelers on the road.

Tongala Turnoff Rest Area is a serene gravel rest area located just off the Murray Valley Highway, close to the Tongala turnoff. The rest area has a clear and easy drive through setup. However, it lacks public facilities. Users are kindly encouraged to pack their rubbish when leaving to help maintain the area's natural beauty.

Features & Facilities

Accommodation Types

Caravans
Free Camping

Facilities

Shade
Picnic Tables

Other Features

Mobile Phone Coverage
Day Use Area
Unknown feature
No bins. Please take rubbish with you
Pets Welcome
Adjacent to highway
Overnight Rest Area
Fire Place
Free Overnight Camp
Long Rig
Day Rest Area

Weather Forecast

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TODAY☁️
28° / 15°
💧 3%
THU☁️
26° / 15°
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FRI☁️
23° / 12°
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SAT☁️
24° / 10°
💧 8%
SUN☁️
24° / 15°
💧 10%

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Low–Moderate
Today
28°·31%·16km/h
Low–Moderate
Tomorrow
26°·35%·18km/h
Low–Moderate
Fri
23°·44%·24km/h
Low–Moderate
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