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Round Hill Rest Area Eastbound
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Round Hill Rest Area Eastbound, Barrier Hwy, Broken Hill NSW

Round Hill Rest Area Eastbound, Barrier Hwy, Broken Hill NSW

Your Final Stop Before the Journey East

The Round Hill Rest Area Eastbound is the essential final checkpoint for travellers leaving the outback oasis of Broken Hill to venture east along the Barrier Highway. Positioned perfectly just outside the city, it provides a crucial opportunity for a last-minute check of supplies, water, and fuel before embarking on the long and remote stretch of road towards Wilcannia and Cobar. This free camp is the ideal spot to spend your last night, allowing for a final visit into town for any necessities and ensuring you can get an early start on the long drive ahead. It’s a place to say a fond farewell to the Silver City and the rugged Barrier Ranges.

As a large and practical site, the rest area comfortably accommodates all types of self-contained vehicles, with a spacious dirt and gravel area that offers plenty of room to spread out. The surrounding landscape provides a final, scenic taste of the rocky hills before the scenery transitions into the vast, flat plains of western New South Wales. The facilities are basic, with toilets and picnic tables, underscoring the need to be fully self-sufficient from this point onwards. Its ultimate value lies in its strategic position. You can enjoy the cost-saving benefits of a free camp while remaining just minutes from the full services of a major regional centre. For any traveller heading east from Broken Hill, a stop at the Round Hill Rest Area is a smart and practical way to begin the next leg of their outback adventure.

Round Hill Rest Area Eastbound – NSW Location Map

  • Name: Round Hill Rest Area Eastbound
  • Address: Barrier Hwy, Broken Hill NSW 2880
  • GPS Coordinates: -31.93876, 141.51681

Site Details

  • Site Suitable For: Caravans, Motorhomes, Big Rigs, Camper Trailers, Tents.
  • Road Access: Sealed highway (Barrier Highway).
  • Site Surface: Dirt and gravel.
  • Camping Permitted: Yes.
  • Maximum Overnight Stays: 24 hours.
  • Number of Sites Available: Large open area, 30+ unpowered sites.
  • Pet Friendly: Yes.
  • Fishing: Not available.
  • Short Walks: Yes, around the spacious rest area and into the surrounding low hills.

Facilities

  • Picnic Tables: Yes (sheltered).
  • Potable Water: No. Ensure you have a full supply before leaving Broken Hill.
  • Mobile Phone Coverage: Excellent for Telstra; good for other major carriers.
  • TV Reception: Good.
  • Onsite Public Toilets: No.
  • Rubbish Bins: Yes.
  • Open Fires: Prohibited.
  • Generator Use: Permitted, with courtesy to other campers.

Essentials to Bring

  • A full supply of drinking water.
  • A full tank of fuel.
  • All food supplies for the journey to the next major town.

Local Amenities (in nearby Broken Hill, approx. 12 km west)

Pubs

  • The Palace Hotel: An iconic pub famous for its murals and role in ‘Priscilla, Queen of the Desert’.
  • The Tydvil Hotel: A classic, friendly local pub known for its welcoming atmosphere.
  • The Black Lion Inn: Highly regarded for its quality pub meals and historic charm.

Places to Eat

  • Bells Milk Bar: A must-visit for a nostalgic trip back to the 1950s.
  • Broken Hill Musicians Club: Offers large, reliable bistro meals.
  • A wide selection of cafes, pubs, and takeaway food outlets throughout the city.

Local Attractions

  • Living Desert & Sculptures Symposium.
  • Pro Hart Gallery and the many other art galleries.
  • Line of Lode Miners Memorial and Visitor Centre.

Caravan Parks

  • Broken Hill Tourist Park.
  • Lake View Caravan Park.

Next Free Camps

  • Various rest areas east towards Wilcannia, such as Dolo Hill Rest Area.

Services

  • Nearest Dump Point: Available at commercial caravan parks in Broken Hill (a fee may apply).
  • Nearest Petrol Station: Numerous major service stations in Broken Hill.
  • Drinking Water Resupply: At the Broken Hill Visitor Information Centre.
  • Public Toilets: On-site.

Seasonal Weather Forecast: Far West NSW

  • Summer (Dec-Feb): Extremely hot and dry. Temperatures regularly exceed 40°C. Travel with extra water and caution.
  • Autumn (Mar-May): The ideal travel season, with warm, sunny days and cool, pleasant nights.
  • Winter (Jun-Aug): Mild, clear days with very cold nights and heavy frosts.
  • Spring (Sep-Nov): Conditions are warm and generally pleasant for travel.

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