Yaamba Rest Area (FC)

Whist this site is technically a rest area it has been approved for overnight stays for a maximum of 20 Hours for travellers.

HOW TO GET THERE
Yaamba is on the Bruce highway 36km North of Rockhampton and 70km South of Marlborough. 

SITE ACCESS
This is a drive through large bitumen area on the Western side of the highway and is very busy at peak times.

FACILITIES
There are toilets and picnic tables/shelter here.

RULES
There is a limit of 20 hours at this location.

Rest areas are there for you to rest, making your trip safer and more enjoyable.
Rest areas are not long-term camping sites. However, motorists are able to take extended rest breaks at some sites. Rules on the length of stay at rest areas vary between controlling authorities.

Caravans and motorhomes are not considered heavy vehicles, and should not stop at heavy vehicle locations.

Please note: Rest areas are not designed to be camping grounds or caravan parks. Using rest areas for multiple overnight stays as part of a planned itinerary is not in keeping with their intended purpose. Those needing facilities for an extended stay are encouraged to look for camping areas or caravan parks in towns along the way.

All data courtesy of: Department of Transport and Main Roads, Queensland.