New South Wales · Driver Knowledge Test (DKT) · Road safety

Can you camp overnight in a highway rest area in NSW?

The answer

  • Only with a permit from Transport for NSW
  • Yes, rest areas are designed for camping
  • Yes, for up to three nights
  • No — you must not camp in rest areas Correct

Why that's the answer

Rest areas are open 24 hours for stopping and refreshing yourself, but you must not camp in them. If you need a longer rest, find a campsite, hotel or motel.

Where this rule comes from

Take the full New South Wales practice test (153 questions)

More NSW DKT questions

Same topic first — road safety trips up more learners than any single rule.

Ready for the road?

Once you pass your Driver Knowledge Test (DKT), you'll need 120 supervised hours in New South Wales. Find an instructor with transparent pricing and live availability.

Find a driving instructor near you