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Yuppeckiar Park Rest Area

Glenthompson, VIC

About this campsite

Yuppeckiar Park Rest Area is a comfortable rest stop found on the Glenelg Highway, close to Dunkeld. It offers a spacious, shaded area under large trees, perfect for day and overnight visits. The rest area is accessible to large vehicles through a circular gravel driveway, while a grassy space at the rear can be reached with high clearance 4WD, offering additional relaxation spots.

Yuppeckiar Park Rest Area, located on the scenic Glenelg Highway, just 8km east of Dunkeld, is a delightful spot for both overnight and daytime rests. This well-maintained location is punctuated by broad, shady trees, offering a comfortable retreat for travellers. What sets Yuppeckiar Park apart is its easy accessibility for large rigs, courtesy of its ample circular gravel driveway. For adventurous sojourners with high clearance 4WD, there's also a large grassy area at the back. Please note, navigating the deep ditch to the rear area could be challenging for some vehicles. This restful oasis caters to various types of travelers, waiting to be discovered on the Glenelg Highway.

Features & Facilities

Accommodation Types

Free Camping
Tent Site
Caravans

Facilities

Shade
Picnic Tables

Other Features

Day Use Area
Pets Welcome
Bin
Fire Place
Picnic tables and bins
Nice shady and sunny grassed areas
No toilets
Day Rest Area
Pleasant rest area with roomy grassy area at rear
Free Overnight Camp
Overnight Rest Area
Mobile Phone Coverage
Unknown feature

Weather Forecast

via Open-Meteo
TODAY🌧️
22° / 15°
💧 98%
THU🌫️
22° / 10°
💧 3%
FRI☁️
18° / 10°
💧 3%
SAT☁️
20° / 8°
💧 8%
SUN🌫️
27° / 8°
💧 13%

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