Free Camping Near Exmouth

Free camping spots in Exmouth are quite limited, and most designated campgrounds require bookings and fees. However, if you’re looking to save money and enjoy an off-grid experience, there are a few free options available within a couple of hours. And while they may not offer the facilities of paid sites, they still provide a great place to rest overnight while exploring this part of Western Australia.

Exmouth Free Camping Spots

• Burkett Road Rest Area
• Lyndon River West Rest Area
• Mililya Rest Area

Because these free camping sites are remote and do not allow tent camping, you’re going to need to stay in a campervan to use them. Check out our campervan hire rates in Perth for our latest offers, and get ready to hit the open road in comfort and style.

Burkett Road Rest Area

Burkett Road Rest Area, North West Coastal Highway, Yannarie, Western Australia 6710

Distance from Exmouth: 168km / 1 hour 45 minutes

• Vault Toilets
• Dump Point
• Rubbish Bins
• Picnic Tables

Set just off the North West Coastal Highway, Burkett Road Rest Area offers a large area suitable for campervans and big rigs. Tent camping is not permitted here, but there are some excellent facilities, and it’s pet-friendly. Just note that there is no power or drinking water, so make sure you arrive prepared.

Lyndon River West Rest Area

Lyndon River West Rest Area, Minilya-Exmouth Road, Lyndon, Western Australia 6701

Distance from Exmouth: 193km / 2 hours

• Vault Toilets
• Rubbish Bins
• Picnic Tables
• Fixed Fireplaces
• BBQ Facilities

Another great spot to rest for the night and use some good amenities, Lyndon River West Rest Area is well-equipped with vault toilets, rubbish bins, and picnic tables. It also has BBQ facilities and fixed fireplaces, but you’ll need to bring your own firewood to use these. You can also camp here overnight with your dog, but they’ll need to be on a leash at all times.

Minilya Rest Area

Minilya Rest Area, North West Coastal Highway, National Route 1, Minilya WA 6701

Distance from Exmouth: 2 hours 20 minutes

• Concrete Picnic Tables
• Benches
• Rubbish Bins
• Fire Pits with Hot Plates

Slightly further out, this is a 24-hour free campsite with some excellent facilities. However, there isn’t running water for cleaning or drinking, so you’ll need to plan ahead if you want to camp overnight at Minilya Rest Area. The area is pretty spacious, so you shouldn’t have any issue maneuvering, and there are both open and shaded spots available.

Find Other Free Camping Spots in Western Australia

Thinking of extending your road trip further? Check out these other free WA camping spots.

• Free camping sites in Busselton
• Free camping sites in Esperance
• Free camping sites in Margaret River
• Free camping sites in Perth

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