25 Free Camps Along The Murray River Camping At It’s Best

by David Sloane | Mar 26, 2023 | Our Travel Blog, Weekend Camping Trips

25 Free Camps Along The Murray River Camping At It’s Best

At Easter and Christmas you’ll always find thousands of people along the Murray River Camping. Here are 25 free camps that are often quiet. Lots of them have plenty of free space and can accommodate loads of campers. There are pet friendly sites, some with water available, a few with toilets and a few with showers.

• The Police Paddocks Near Rutherglen – VIC – • Trues Beach Near Yarrawonga – VIC – • Doolans Bend Near Howlong – VIC – • Big Naughtons Camp 1 (Lower Ovens WR) Near Bundalong – VIC – • Yarrawonga River Camp Near Yarrawonga – VIC – • Forges Beach No. 1 Near Yarrawonga – VIC – • Finley Beach on Murray Near Tocumwal – VIC – • Gulf Camping Ground In Barmah National Park – VIC – • Meat Ant Beach Murray River Near Maloga Park – VIC – • Benarca Beach Camp Site Near Moama – VIC – • Vals Landing Near Gunbower – VIC – • Cockatoo Point In Gunbower State Forest – VIC – • Passage Camp Near Boundary Bend – VIC – • Tocumwal Town Beach Near Tocumwal – VIC – • Nyah-Vinifera Park Near Tooleybuc – VIC – • Ecc Yarrawonga Near Yarrawonga – VIC – • Merbein Common Near Merbein – VIC – • Happy Valley Landing Near Robinvale – VIC – • Murray River National Park – Katarapko Site 32 – Near Loxton North – SA – • Caurnamont Boat Ramp Near Purnong – SA – • Wongulla Camp Ground Near Mobrae Park – SA – • Big Bend Near Tobra – SA – • Farley Bend Site 6 Near Moama – NSW – • Kyffins Reserve Near Mulwala – NSW – • Paddy’s Beach Near Boomanoomana – NSW

25 Free Camps On The Murray River

The Police Paddocks Near Rutherglen – VIC

Free bush camping in an attractive site along the Murray River situated within Gooramadda State Forest, located north of Rutherglen with access off Up River Road. The Police Paddocks is a naturally formed island that was used to rest police horses in the late 1800s. The island was accessed via a private bridge the remains of which can still be viewed. This is a large camp site. Easily accessed year round by two and four wheel drive vehicles. There are no facilities. Campers must be self-sufficient. Take all rubbish with you and leave no trace. Telstra reception as well as other mobile providers is available. Television reception is available.

Location
Lat -35.980250°
Lon 146.505096°

COST	POTABLE WATER	SHOWER	TOILETS	DOGS	FIRE	SHADE	TELSTRA	OTHER MOBILE	TV	SWIMMING	BUSHWALKING
FREE	NO	NO	NO	YES	YES	YES	YES	YES	YES	YES	NO
4WD TRACKS	BIRD WATCHING	BOAT RAMP	FISHING	NATIONAL PARK	STATE PARK	MOTOR HOMES	TENTS	CAMPER TRAILERS	CARAVANS	4WD ONLY	SLIPPERY WHEN WET
NO	NO	NO	YES	NO	YES	YES	YES	YES	YES	NO	YES

Trues Beach Near Yarrawonga – VIC

Free bush camping in the River Murray Reserve, beside the Murray River. There are no toilets or other facilities. Enjoy swimming and kayaking in the river. This is a grassy area on the banks of the river and is suitable for tents, camper trailers, motorhomes, and caravans. Shade is available. The site may be difficult to access by 2WD after heavy rain. Dogs are allowed.

Location
Lat -35.955155°
Lon 145.909689°

COST	POTABLE WATER	SHOWER	TOILETS	DOGS	FIRE	SHADE	TELSTRA	OTHER MOBILE	TV	SWIMMING	BUSHWALKING
FREE	NO	NO	NO	YES	NO	YES	YES	?	NO	YES	YES
4WD TRACKS	BIRD WATCHING	BOAT RAMP	FISHING	NATIONAL PARK	STATE PARK	SELF CONTAINED	TENTS	CAMPER TRAILERS	CARAVANS	MOTOR HOMES	SLIPPERY WHEN WET
YES	YES	YES	YES	NO	NO	NO	YES	YES	YES	YES	YES

Doolans Bend Near Howlong – VIC

Free bush camping beside the Murray River in River Murray Reserve. There are no facilities. Campers must be self-sufficient. Take all rubbish with you and leave no trace. Use portable toilets where possible or pack out “faecal waste” (poo) for minimum impact. If you have to dig a hole, make sure it’s at least 15cm deep, 100m from water and you cover it back up when you’re done. You should still pack out toilet paper, sanitary pads, tampons and condoms because they don’t biodegrade. Enjoy swimming and kayaking on the river. Dogs are allowed but must be on a leash. Trees and limbs may fall, take care.

Location
Lat -36.023015°
Lon 146.654183°

COST	POTABLE WATER	SHOWER	TOILETS	DOGS	FIRE	SHADE	TELSTRA	OTHER MOBILE	TV	SWIMMING	BUSHWALKING
FREE	NO	NO	NO	YES	NO	YES	YES	YES	YES	YES	YES
4WD TRACKS	BIRD WATCHING	BOAT RAMP	FISHING	NATIONAL PARK	STATE PARK	SELF CONTAINED	TENTS	CAMPER TRAILERS	CARAVANS	MOTOR HOMES	SLIPPERY WHEN WET
NO	YES	NO	YES	NO	YES	YES	YES	YES	YES	YES	YES

Murray River Free Camping Happy Valley Landing Robinvale VIC

Big Naughtons Camp 1 (Lower Ovens WR) Near Bundalong – VIC

Free bush camping area beside the Ovens River in the Lower Ovens Wildlife Reserve. There is no rubbish collection at this campground, please take all rubbish with you.

There are no toilet facilities at this site. If you do not have your own toilet, bury human waste at least 100m from tracks, camping areas and water bodies. Bury toilet paper or bag and dispose of in a bin once you leave the site.

Campfires are permitted. Campfires must be contained in a pit at least 30cm deep, be no larger than 1 metre square and have a 3 metre clearance. Consider using a portable camping stove where possible. Ensure fires are never left unattended and are completely out before you leave. During summer and autumn Total Fire Bans are common – this means no open fires can be lit. For information on Total Fire Bans call the Victorian Bushfire Information Line on 1800 240 667.

Location
Lat -36.048345°
Lon 146.197474°

COST	POTABLE WATER	SHOWER	TOILETS	DOGS	FIRE	SHADE	TELSTRA	OTHER MOBILE	TV	SWIMMING	BUSHWALKING
FREE	NO	NO	NO	NO	YES	YES	NO	NO	NO	YES	YES
4WD TRACKS	BIRD WATCHING	BOAT RAMP	FISHING	NATIONAL PARK	STATE PARK	SELF CONTAINED	TENTS	CAMPER TRAILERS	CARAVANS	4WD ONLY	SLIPPERY WHEN WET
YES	YES	NO	YES	YES	NO	NO	YES	NO	NO	YES	YES

Yarrawonga River Camp Near Yarrawonga – VIC

Bush camping along the Murray River in the Yarrawonga Regional Park. The river bends and sandy beaches provide an ideal setting for campers and day visitors alike. There are many sites along the river with pit toilets located approximately 300 metres west. Fantastic stretch of river overlooking the golf course on the other bank. Dispose of litter at the Moira Shire Transfer Station, Channel Road Yarrawonga. Use the toilet provided or use your own. Pets on leads are permitted.

Avoid resting, picnics or camping under or close to trees. They may drop heavy branches at any time without warning.

Fuel stoves are preferred for cooking. Bring your own firewood. Fires must be attended at all times and extinguished with water when not required. During summer and autumn Total Fire Bans are common this means no open fires can be lit. For information on Total Fire Bans call the Victorian Bushfire Information Line on 1800 240 667.

Location
Lat -36.012088°
Lon 145.980935°

COST	POTABLE WATER	SHOWER	TOILETS	DOGS	FIRE	SHADE	TELSTRA	OTHER MOBILE	TV	SWIMMING	BUSHWALKING
FREE	NO	NO	YES	YES	YES	YES	YES	YES	YES	YES	YES
4WD TRACKS	BIRD WATCHING	BOAT RAMP	FISHING	NATIONAL PARK	STATE PARK	SELF CONTAINED	TENTS	CAMPER TRAILERS	CARAVANS	MOTOR HOMES	SLIPPERY WHEN WET
NO	NO	YES	YES	NO	YES	NO	YES	YES	YES	YES	YES

Free Camping Murray River Merbein Common

Forges Beach No. 1 Near Yarrawonga – VIC

Bush camping located in Yarrawonga Regional Park, on the banks of the Murray River. Long drop toilets are available. Take all rubbish with you and leave no trace. According to Parks Victoria, Dogs are allowed. If you scroll down further VIC website it states dog allowed but on lead. Be aware that thieves have been reported as being active, so lock up or be prepared to have your things stolen. Avoid resting, picnics or camping under or close to trees. They may drop heavy branches at any time without warning.

Location
Lat -35.996172°
Lon 145.963423°

COST	POTABLE WATER	SHOWER	TOILETS	DOGS	FIRE	SHADE	TELSTRA	OTHER MOBILE	TV	SWIMMING	BUSHWALKING
FREE	NO	NO	YES	YES	YES	YES	YES	YES	YES	YES	YES
4WD TRACKS	BIRD WATCHING	BOAT RAMP	FISHING	NATIONAL PARK	STATE PARK	SELF CONTAINED	TENTS	CAMPER TRAILERS	CARAVANS	MOTOR HOMES	SLIPPERY WHEN WET
YES	YES	YES	YES	NO	NO	YES	YES	YES	YES	YES	YES

Finley Beach on Murray Near Tocumwal – VIC

Free bush camping along the Murray River in Tocumwal Regional Park. Toilet facilities are available. There is a sandy beach where you can enjoy swimming and kayaking in the river. Sites are suitable for tents, camper trailers, motorhomes and caravans. Take all rubbish with you and leave no trace. Dogs are not allowed

Location
Lat -35.822046°
Lon 145.559320°

COST	POTABLE WATER	SHOWER	TOILETS	DOGS	FIRE	SHADE	TELSTRA	OTHER MOBILE	TV	SWIMMING	BUSHWALKING
FREE	NO	NO	YES	NO	NO	YES	YES	YES	YES	YES	YES
4WD TRACKS	BIRD WATCHING	BOAT RAMP	FISHING	NATIONAL PARK	STATE PARK	SELF CONTAINED	TENTS	CAMPER TRAILERS	CARAVANS	MOTOR HOMES	SLIPPERY WHEN WET
NO	YES	YES	YES	YES	NO	NO	YES	YES	YES	YES	YES

Gulf Camping Ground In Barmah National Park – VIC

Free bush camping area beside the Murray River in the Barmah National Park. There are no facilities. Campers must be self-sufficient. Take all rubbish with you and leave no trace. If you do not have your own toilet, bury human waste at least 100m from tracks, camping areas and water bodies. Bury toilet paper or bag and dispose of in a bin once you leave the site. Dogs are not allowed.

Location
Lat -5.843087°
Lon 145.151882°

COST	POTABLE WATER	SHOWER	TOILETS	DOGS	FIRE	SHADE	TELSTRA	OTHER MOBILE	TV	SWIMMING	BUSHWALKING
FREE	NO	NO	NO	NO	YES	YES	YES	YES	NO	NO	NO
4WD TRACKS	BIRD WATCHING	BOAT RAMP	FISHING	NATIONAL PARK	STATE PARK	SELF CONTAINED	TENTS	CAMPER TRAILERS	CARAVANS	4WD ONLY	SLIPPERY WHEN WET
YES	YES	YES	YES	YES	NO	YESNO	YES	YES	YES	NO	YES

Merbein Common VIC Murray River Free Camping

Meat Ant Beach Murray River Near Maloga Park – VIC

Free camping on the banks of the Murray River with easy access just off Stewart’s bridge road. Multiple open area spots. No facilities, campers need to be fully self-sufficient. Take all rubbish with you and leave no trace. The western ( Echuca ) end has a gently sloping bank down to a sandy beach suitable for launching kayaks and swimming.

Location
Lat -36.079733°
Lon 144.960117°

COST	POTABLE WATER	SHOWER	TOILETS	DOGS	FIRE	SHADE	TELSTRA	OTHER MOBILE	TV	SWIMMING	BUSHWALKING
FREE	NO	NO	NO	YES	NO	YES	YES	?	NO	NO	NO
4WD TRACKS	BIRD WATCHING	BOAT RAMP	FISHING	NATIONAL PARK	STATE PARK	SELF CONTAINED	TENTS	CAMPER TRAILERS	CARAVANS	MOTOR HOMES	SLIPPERY WHEN WET
NO	YES	NO	YES	NO	NO	NO	NO	YES	YES	YES	YES

Benarca Beach Camp Site Near Moama – VIC

Benarca precinct provides bush camps and is an ideal spot to fish right along Murray River in Murray Valley Regional Park, only 15km from Moama. Bookings are not required at this campground. Campsites are available on a first-in first-served basis. Sites are unpowered and unmarked.

Benarca campground can be muddy following rain. With the hum of cicadas and corellas and the majestic Australian river red gums, it’s hard not to feel immersed in nature at Benarca campground. This free campground in Murray Valley Regional Park offers impressive views of Murray River from your tent, campervan or caravan site, and offers plenty to keep everyone busy and having fun. Enjoy a walk along the river, mountain bike ride at the nearby Five Mile mountain bike trail, or a spot of birdwatching. For those who don’t mind getting their feet wet, there’s paddling, fishing and swimming. Its location, in Murray Valley Regional Park, means it’s dog-friendly too, so your four-legged friends are welcome to join in on the family camping trip.

The town of Moama is nearby, so its easy to pop in for an evening meal or to pick up some supplies. You’ll also find museums and galleries, and it’s the place to book a trip along the Murray on a paddle steamer.
Benarca campground is in the Benarca precinct of Murray Valley National Park. To get there: From Moama, head north along Cobb Highway. Turn left onto Perricoota Road and continue for approximately 15km; it becomes Moama-Barnham Road. Turn left onto Benarca Forest Road and follow the signs to the campground

Location
Lat -36.071431°
Lon 144.612352°

COST	POTABLE WATER	SHOWER	TOILETS	DOGS	FIRE	SHADE	TELSTRA	OTHER MOBILE	TV	SWIMMING	BUSHWALKING
FREE	NO	NO	NO	YES	YES	YES	YES	YES	YES	YES	NO
4WD TRACKS	BIRD WATCHING	BOAT RAMP	FISHING	NATIONAL PARK	STATE PARK	SELF CONTAINED	TENTS	CAMPER TRAILERS	CARAVANS	MOTOR HOMES	SLIPPERY WHEN WET
NO	YES	YES	YES	NO	YES	YES	YES	YES	YES	YES	YES

Vals Landing Near Gunbower – VIC

Bush camping beside the Murray River. There are no facilities. Campers must be self-sufficient. Take all rubbish with you and leave no trace. There are no toilet facilities at this site. If you do not have your own toilet, bury human waste at least 100m from tracks and water bodies. Bury toilet paper or bag and dispose of in a bin once you leave the site. Beware of falling trees and limbs.

Location
Lat -35.936290°
Lon 144.450349°

COST	POTABLE WATER	SHOWER	TOILETS	DOGS	FIRE	SHADE	TELSTRA	OTHER MOBILE	TV	SWIMMING	BUSHWALKING
FREE	NO	NO	NO	NO	NO	NO	YES	YES	NO	NO	YES
4WD TRACKS	BIRD WATCHING	BOAT RAMP	FISHING	NATIONAL PARK	STATE PARK	SELF CONTAINED	TENTS	CAMPER TRAILERS	CARAVANS	MOTOR HOMES	SLIPPERY WHEN WET
YES	NO	NO	YES	NO	YES	NO	YES	YES	OFFROAD	YES	YES

Cockatoo Point In Gunbower State Forest – VIC

Free bush camping area beside the Murray River in River Murray Reserve. There are no facilities at this site. Campers must be self-sufficient. Take all rubbish with you and leave no trace. There are no toilet facilities at this site. If you do not have your own toilet, bury human waste at least 100m from tracks and water bodies. Bury toilet paper or bag and dispose of in a bin once you leave the site. Use caution in wet weather. Dogs are not allowed.

Location
Lat -35.728280°
Lon 144.247439°

COST	POTABLE WATER	SHOWER	TOILETS	DOGS	FIRE	SHADE	TELSTRA	OTHER MOBILE	TV	SWIMMING	BUSHWALKING
YES	NO	NO	NO	NO	NO	YES	NO	YES	NO	NO	NO
4WD TRACKS	BIRD WATCHING	BOAT RAMP	FISHING	NATIONAL PARK	STATE PARK	SELF CONTAINED	TENTS	CAMPER TRAILERS	CARAVANS	4WD ONLY	DANGEROUS WHEN WET
NO	NO	NO	YES	NO	YES	NO	YES	YES	OFFROAD	YES	NO

Murray River Free Camping

Passage Camp Near Boundary Bend – VIC

This is a free campground. It is dog friendly. It is accessible to motorbikes, camper trailers, off road caravans and four wheel drives. Camping in tents is allowed. You must be fully self-contained.

Location
Lat -34.717065°
Lon 143.197826°

COST	POTABLE WATER	SHOWER	TOILETS	DOGS	FIRE	SHADE	TELSTRA	OTHER MOBILE	TV	SWIMMING	BUSHWALKING
FREE	NO	NO	NO	YES	NO	YES	YES	YES	NO	NO	NO
4WD TRACKS	BIRD WATCHING	BOAT RAMP	FISHING	NATIONAL PARK	STATE PARK	SELF CONTAINED	TENTS	CAMPER TRAILERS	CARAVANS	4WD ONLY	DANGEROUS WHEN WET
YES	NO	NO	YES	NO	NO	YES	YES	YES	OFFROAD	YES	YES

Tocumwal Town Beach Near Tocumwal – VIC

The dump point and amenities block are now open and fully functioning. Arborists have been through and removed many fallen trees and dangerous limbs following the floods. This relaxed camping area on the Murray River has unpowered sites, toilets, cold showers, town potable water and is a beautiful short river walk to Tocumwal shops. Caters for campers, caravaners, mobile homes and is equipped with free dump point. GREY WATER MUST BE CONTAINED. Dogs are permitted but must be kept on a lead. Tocumwal Foreshore Committee, in conjunction with Berrigan Shire, do a great job of providing this wonderful camping area.

Location
Lat -35.817838°
Lon 145.560236°

COST	POTABLE WATER	SHOWER	TOILETS	DOGS	FIRE	SHADE	TELSTRA	OTHER MOBILE	TV	SWIMMING	BUSHWALKING
free	YES	YES	YES	YES	NO	YES	YES	YES	YES	YES	NO
4WD TRACKS	BIRD WATCHING	BOAT RAMP	FISHING	NATIONAL PARK	STATE PARK	SELF CONTAINED	TENTS	CAMPER TRAILERS	CARAVANS	MOTOR HOMES	SLIPPERY WHEN WET
NO	YES	NO	YES	NO	YES	YES	YES	YES	YES	YES	YES

Nyah-Vinifera Park Near Tooleybuc – VIC

Dispersed bush camping along the Murray River. Good river access and great fishing spot. Call into Burton’s Store for general supplies and permission slip to camp (no cost). Toilets, dump point and drinking water available at footy oval 500m away. There are no facilities. Campers will need to be self-sufficient. Take all rubbish with you and leave no trace. Dogs are not allowed.

Location
Lat -35.165859°
Lon 143.384526°

COST	POTABLE WATER	SHOWER	TOILETS	DOGS	FIRE	SHADE	TELSTRA	OTHER MOBILE	TV	SWIMMING	BUSHWALKING
FREE	YES	YES	NO	NO	NO	YES	YES	YES	YES	YES	NO
4WD TRACKS	BIRD WATCHING	BOAT RAMP	FISHING	NATIONAL PARK	STATE FOREST	SELF CONTAINED	TENTS	CAMPER TRAILERS	CARAVANS	MOTOR HOMES	SLIPPERY WHEN WET
NO	YES	NO	YES	NO	YES	YES	YES	YES	YES	YES	YES

Ecc Yarrawonga Near Yarrawonga – VIC

Bush camping along the Murray River in the Yarrawonga Regional Park. The river bends and sandy beaches provide an ideal setting for campers and day visitors alike. There are no facilities. Campers must be self sufficient and leave no trace. Dispose of litter at the Moira Shire Transfer Station, Channel Road Yarrawonga. There are no toilets at this location. If you do not have your own toilet you can camp further east at Yarrawonga Green Bank. Pets on leads are permitted. Avoid resting, picnics or camping under or close to trees. They may drop heavy branches at any time without warning.

Location
Lat -36.005563°
Lon 145.969649°

Merbein Common Near Merbein – VIC

This free campground offers swimming. It is dog friendly. It is accessible (when not raining) to motorbikes, RVs, camper trailers, caravans and big rigs. Camping in tents is allowed. Ground is clay so when wet extremely slippery and boggy (If raining 4 x 4 recommended).

Location
Lat -34.159437°
Lon 142.078067°

COST	POTABLE WATER	SHOWER	TOILETS	DOGS	FIRE	SHADE	TELSTRA	OTHER MOBILE	TV	SWIMMING	BUSHWALKING
FREE	NO	NO	NOES	YES	YES	YES	YES	NO	NO	YES	YES
4WD TRACKS	BIRD WATCHING	BOAT RAMP	FISHING	NATIONAL PARK	STATE FOREST	SELF CONTAINED	TENTS	CAMPER TRAILERS	CARAVANS	MOTOR HOMES	DANGEROUS WHEN WET
YES	YES	NO	YES	NO	YES	NO	YES	YES	YES	YES	YES

Happy Valley Landing Near Robinvale – VIC

Happy Valley Landing is a free campground that offers swimming. Dogs are not permitted. It is accessible to RVs, camper trailers, caravans and big rigs. Camping in tents is allowed.

Location
Lat -34.675487°
Lon 142.695464°

COST	POTABLE WATER	SHOWER	TOILETS	DOGS	FIRE	SHADE	TELSTRA	OTHER MOBILE	TV	SWIMMING	BUSHWALKING
FREE	NO	NO	NO	NO	YES	YES	NO	NO	NO	YES	NO
4WD TRACKS	BIRD WATCHING	BOAT RAMP	FISHING	NATIONAL PARK	STATE FOREST	SELF CONTAINED	TENTS	CAMPER TRAILERS	CARAVANS	MOTOR HOMES	SLIPPERY WHEN WET
NO	NO	NO	YES	NO	YES	NO	YES	YES	YES	YES	YES

Murray River National Park – Katarapko Site 32 – Near Loxton North – SA

All of the sites in Murray River National Park SA have a small fee. There are three main sections in Katarapko. Katarapko Creek, Lock 4 and Eckerts Creek. The Lock 4 and Eckert’s Creek sections have campgrounds suited to larger groups. These campgrounds can accommodate smaller caravans and camper trailers and are usually 2WD accessible. Alternatively individuals can book an unallocated site in these campgrounds, but please be aware you may be also camping with other visitors.

For a more secluded camping experience, there are also a number of individual sites dotted along the river, Eckert Creek and Katarapko Creek in each section. The sites are different shapes and sizes. They have differing water access and views. They are well signposted and easy to find, but the camping area is generally not visible from the road, so you will have to drive or walk in to see if the site is suits you. Alternatively, visit ‘Book before you go’ where you will find a photo and description of each campsite.

Site 32 is unpowered and suitable for tents and camper trailers. Site dimensions: 20m x 40m. Distance from amenities: 2,991 m. No. of vehicles: 2. This site has 40% shade. Slightly sloping site. Water access for canoe launch. 4WD access only. Pets are not permitted in this section of the park.

Location
Lat -34.426142°
Lon 140.528991°

COST	POTABLE WATER	SHOWER	TOILETS	DOGS	FIRE	SHADE	TELSTRA	OTHER MOBILE	TV	SWIMMING	BUSHWALKING
FREE	NO	NO	NO	NO	YES	YES	YES	NO	NO	YES	NO
4WD TRACKS	BIRD WATCHING	BOAT RAMP	FISHING	NATIONAL PARK	STATE PARK	SELF CONTAINED	TENTS	CAMPER TRAILERS	CARAVANS	4WD ONLY	SLIPPERY WHEN WET
NO	YES	NO	YES	YES	NO	NO	YES	YES	NO	YES	YES

Caurnamont Boat Ramp Near Purnong – SA

Caurnamont Boat Ramp. Free camp ground with plenty of room, directly in front of the River Murray. Free electric BBQ, seating and shelters. Public toilets and an adult fitness gym. Just up the road a short walking distance is the Love Shack where you can purchase free range, produce and firewood.

Location
Lat -34.841582°
Lon 139.586506°

Murray River Free Camping Berri SA

Wongulla Camp Ground Near Mobrae Park – SA

Free camping beside the Murray River. There are rubbish bins but no other facilities. Leave no trace. Campers must be self-sufficient. Large area suitable for all sized vehicles. No motorcycle riding.

Toilets available at the boat ramp approx 1.5km away, do not bury waste or leave toilet paper on site. Fires permitted (except during fire bans). Suitable for boating and kayaking. No access in wet weather, ground turns to deep boggy mud. SPEED. LMIT 10kph All camping MUST BE SELF CONTAINED ( No toileting in the bush )

Location
Lat -34.700918°
Lon 139.575717°

COST	POTABLE WATER	SHOWER	TOILETS	DOGS	FIRE	SHADE	TELSTRA	OTHER MOBILE	TV	SWIMMING	BUSHWALKING
DONATION	NO	NO	NO	NO	YES	YES	YES	NO	NO	YES	NO
4WD TRACKS	BIRD WATCHING	BOAT RAMP	FISHING	NATIONAL PARK	STATE PARK	SELF CONTAINED	TENTS	CAMPER TRAILERS	CARAVANS	4WD ONLY	DANGEROUS WHEN WET
NO	YES	YES	YES	NO	NO	YES	YES	YES	YES	NO	YES

Big Bend Near Tobra – SA

This free campground offers swimming. It is dog friendly. It is accessible to RVs, camper trailers, caravans and big rigs. Camping in tents is allowed.

Location
Lat -34.636382°
Lon 139.613937°

COST	POTABLE WATER	SHOWER	TOILETS	DOGS	FIRE	SHADE	TELSTRA	OTHER MOBILE	TV	SWIMMING	BUSHWALKING
FREE	NO	NO	YES	NO	NO	YES	YES	YES	YES	YES	NO
4WD TRACKS	BIRD WATCHING	BOAT RAMP	FISHING	NATIONAL PARK	STATE PARK	SELF CONTAINED	TENTS	CAMPER TRAILERS	CARAVANS	MOTOR HOMES	SLIPPERY WHEN WET
NO	YES	YES	YES	NO	NO	YES	YES	YES	YES	NO	YES

Farley Bend Site 6 Near Moama – NSW

Free bush camping area beside the Murray River in the River Murray Reserve. There are no facilities. Campers must be self-sufficient. Take all rubbish with you and leave no trace. There are no toilet facilities at this site. If you do not have your own toilet, bury human waste at least 100m from tracks, camping areas and water bodies. Bury toilet paper or bag and dispose of in a bin once you leave the site.

Location
Lat -36.033722°
Lon 144.615196°

COST	POTABLE WATER	SHOWER	TOILETS	DOGS	FIRE	SHADE	TELSTRA	OTHER MOBILE	TV	SWIMMING	BUSHWALKING
FREE	NO	NO	NO	NO	YES	YES	YES	NO	NO	YES	NO
4WD TRACKS	BIRD WATCHING	BOAT RAMP	FISHING	NATIONAL PARK	STATE PARK	SELF CONTAINED	TENTS	CAMPER TRAILERS	CARAVANS	MOTOR HOMES	SLIPPERY WHEN WET
NO	NO	YES	YES	NO	NO	NO	YES	YES	YES	NO	YES

Kyffins Reserve Near Mulwala – NSW

This is a free campground. It is dog friendly. It is accessible to motorbikes, RVs, camper trailers, caravans and big rigs. Camping in tents is allowed. 14 day limit.

Location
Lat -35.979576°
Lon 146.059329°

COST	POTABLE WATER	SHOWER	TOILETS	DOGS	FIRE	SHADE	TELSTRA	OTHER MOBILE	TV	SWIMMING	BUSHWALKING
FREE	NO	NO	YES	YES	NO	YES	YES	YES	YES	NO	NO
4WD TRACKS	BIRD WATCHING	BOAT RAMP	FISHING	NATIONAL PARK	STATE PARK	SELF CONTAINED	TENTS	CAMPER TRAILERS	CARAVANS	MOTOR HOMES	SLIPPERY WHEN WET
NO	NO	YES	YES	NO	NO	YES	YES	YES	YES	NO	YES

Murray River Free Camping Happy Valley Landing Robinvale VIC

Paddy’s Beach Near Boomanoomana – NSW

This free campground offers swimming. It is accessible to camper trailers and caravans. You must be fully self-contained.

Location
Lat -35.950966°
Lon 145.913621°

COST	POTABLE WATER	SHOWER	TOILETS	DOGS	FIRE	SHADE	TELSTRA	OTHER MOBILE	TV	SWIMMING	BUSHWALKING
FREE	NO	NO	NO	NO	NO	YES	NO	NO	NO	YES	NO
4WD TRACKS	BIRD WATCHING	BOAT RAMP	FISHING	NATIONAL PARK	STATE PARK	SELF CONTAINED	TENTS	CAMPER TRAILERS	CARAVANS	4WD ONLY	SLIPPERY WHEN WET
NO	YES	NO	YES	NO	NO	YES	NO	YES	YES	NO	YES

Bethungra Dam Free Camping

by David Sloane | Jan 1, 2023 | Camping Trips, Our Travel Blog, Weekend Camping Trips

Bethungra Dam Free Camping

Bethungra Dam is a great free camp site. Located in the NSW Riverina it has loads of room and basic facilities. We camp there a lot. It’s one of our local go to camping areas. It’s great in dry weather as well as wet weather. There is so much room available there that you are all but guaranteed a spot to set up and enjoy the scenery.

Bethungra Dam is a great place for free camping near Junee NSW or for free camping near Cootamundra NSW. The campground is large and grassy with very basic facilities. The camping area does not have a lot of shade. If you’re in a camper trailer or caravan levelling blocks will be necessary as most of the camping areas are gently sloped.

As well as picnic tables and barbecue grills, there are rubbish bins and long drop toilets. It is recommended that you bring your own firewood and drinking water.

Bethungra Dam Reserve Free Camping Campfires Allowed

Most of the time, the campground is quiet, but during holidays and weekends during warmer weather it gets very busy.

Bethungra dam was originally built for water storage for the town of Junee. Its use was discontinued in 1906 due to water quality problems. Bird life is abundant in this wetland area. It is considered one of Australia’s important wetlands for this reason.

Fishing at Bethungra Dam can be really good. When Redfin and Yellow Belly fishing is in season kayaks or tinnies are a great option for getting to the right spots.

Bethungra Dam Reserve Free Camping Winter Fire

Camping Facilities & Activities At Bethungra Dam Reserve

Number of Sites: About 50 some are flat some are not so flat
Camping Fees: Free
Bookings: Not Applicable
Toilets: Longdrop x 4
Pets: Yes
Drinking Water: Not Available
Camp Fires: Fires allowed in provided fire places outside of fire ban times. Check with Junee Council for more information
Barbeques: Wood barbeques are available. There are also two gas/electric BBQs up under the new shelter
Fishing: Yes
Picnic Tables: Yes.
Canoeing/Kayaking: The dam is awesome for canoeing and kayaking
Access: Accessible by caravans in good weather. 2wd accessible except after a lot of rain
Bushwalking: There is a walk to the old Eulolo Homestead nearby that I highly recommend

Bethungra Dam Wall

About Bethungra

Bethungra is in the Junee Shire in the South West Slopes region of New South Wales. Situated on the Olympic Highway about 13 kilometres northeast of Illabo and 24 kilometres southwest of Cootamundra.

Bethungra History

Bethungra Post Office opened on 1 December 1875. Just to the north of the town lies the Bethungra Spiral. You can access a viewing platform to view the spiral on the road out to the dam. There is an area where you can pull in off the road. It’s a rail spiral on the Main South railway line. It was built to help ease the gradients when the line was duplicated between 1941 and 1946. Bethungra did have its own railway station located in the town between 1878 and the 1980s. The railway station has long since been demolished. In 1885 a major railway accident occurred near Bethungra when a train derailed at a washed away culvert resulting in the death of five people.

Bethungra Dam Reserve Free Camping Dogs Allowed

Where Is Bethungra Dam?

Bethungra Dam is near Bethungra in the NSW Riverina district. Bethungra NSW is about 20km South of Cootumundra or about 30km North-East of Junee. From Bethungra turn on to the Bethungra Waterworks Road and follow it to the end (about 4km)

Travel From	Distance	Time
Adelaide to Bethungra	953km	10:00
Albury to Bethungra	208km	02:14
Brisbane to Bethungra	1186km	13:00
Canberra to Bethungra	197km	02:17
Melbourne to Bethungra	533km	05:26
Sydney to Bethungra	403km	04:08

Location Map

Bethungra Dam Location Map

Where is Bethungra Dam?

How many camp sites are there at Bethungra Dam?

About 50 some are flat some are not so flat. The best sites fill up fast on weekends and more so on long weekends. There are about 6 sites available on hard packed gravel down near the water - these sites have fire pits.

Are camp fires allowed at Bethungra Dam?

Camp fires are allowed in provided fire places outside of fire ban times. Check with Junee Council for more information.

Is there any free camping near Junee NSW?

There is an absolutely awesome free camp at Bethungra Dam about 30km from Junee. It has about 50 sites available. There are toilets available.

Is there any free camping near Cootamundra NSW?

There is an absolutely awesome free camp at Bethungra Dam about 20km from Cootamundra. It has about 50 sites available. There are toilets available.

10 Things To Do In Cootamundra

by David Sloane | May 25, 2022 | Day Trips, Our Travel Blog, Weekend Camping Trips

10 Things To Do In Cootamundra

Cootamundra known as “Coota” is a picturesque country town in the beautiful NSW Riverina an easy drive from Sydney. It can keep you busy for a long weekend! Known for being the birthplace of famous cricketer Sir Donald Bradman. The town has lovely cafes and is an important agricultural hub. Coota is a lively prospering town that holds regular events. There’s usually something going on in Cootamundra.

Bradman Museum – Cricket Captains Walk – Pioneer Park – Admire The Architecture – Have Lunch Or Dinner In A Pub (Or A Beer!) – Visit The Cemetery – Cootamundra Wattle – Picnic Races – Rail Heritage – Weather For Cootamundra – Stay At Cootamundra Caravan Park – Getting To Cootamundra

Bradman Museum

In the front room of the 89 Adams Street building, Granny Scholz, the midwife who delivered the greatest batsman the world had ever known Sir Donald Bradman, operated a private hospital.

After being renovated in 1991, his birthplace has been lovingly restored, with a grand opening for the public on 23rd October 1992. Memorabilia from Sir Don’s birthplace cottage, from cricket, and from the Cootamundra district can be found there.

In addition to the Bradmans Birthplace, the Memorabilia Cottage is also located at 87 Adams Street, Cootamundra. Purchasing and developing these sites was the initiative of the Cootamundra Shire Council. Memorabilia Cottage is a nostalgic display of curios, bric-a-brac, and Australian memorabilia. Located next to Bradman’s Birthplace some of which dates back to the time of Sir Donald Bradman’s birth.

At this adjoining property Peter and Jenny Cash have loaned Council a collection of memorabilia. The collection was built over a long period of time. The owners have painstakingly taken advantage of every opportunity to increase the collection. It is a wonderful sight to see, and will bring back many memories for most people

The Captains Walk

Cricket Captains Walk

This walk features Bronze sculptures of Australian Test Cricket Captains, including the first aboriginal player to play for the Australian cricket team to tour England, Unaarrimim (Johnny Mullagh). As the birthplace of Sir Donald Bradman and the former home of Bill Murdoch. Cootamundra has strong connections with two Australian test cricket captains. The success of these two players led to a particular interest in cricket by the people of Coota. There is a plaque attached to each bust that details the captain’s cricket record.

Nine Cricket Ovals and 3 turf wickets still exist today in Coota. Cootamundra Shire Council established The Captains Walk with the endorsement of the Australian Cricket Board. Sir Donald Bradmans 92nd Birthday Celebrations in August 2000 included the unveiling of a life-size statue of Sir Donald Bradman in traditional cover drive stance.

View From Pioneer Park Cootamundra

Pioneer Park

Yellow Box woodlands and a variety of animals call this nature reserve home, including kangaroos, echidnas, kookaburras and koalas. There are many species of birds to see, including white-throated treecreepers, common bronzewings, restless flycatchers, robins, and butcherbirds. Various hiking and mountain biking trails can be found in the park. This one-hour return hike brings you to the top of the park, from where you can enjoy excellent views over the town. The mountain bike trails are difficult and steep. The park has a few black diamond mountain bike trails suitable only for very experienced mountain bikers.

Cootamundra Post Office

Admire The Architecture

Go for a drive around the town precinct in Cootamundra and admire the architecture. Banks, government buildings including the post office, police station and hospital are all fine examples of early Australian Architecture. They are all well above the standard you would expect to find in a small regional town. The grandeur and architectural style of many of these fine buildings hint to the importance of Coota to the region in earlier times.

Cootamundra Heritage

Cootamundra Heritage Centre

The Cootamundra Heritage Centre was opened back in August 2001. Housed in the once railway barracks and rest house built in 1927.

Cootamundra and district are the focus of this collection. It includes a permanent object collection. Additional to the primary collection are 14 exhibition rooms dedicated to different themes. Themes include the history of the Cootamundra Aboriginal Girls Training Home, Cootamundra at War, Horses and Harness and Home and Hearth. As well as displays on transport history, the RAAF, and aviation.

There is a small committee and team of volunteers that run the Cootamundra Heritage Centre. Make sure to call in have a look around.

Dinner At The Central Hotel Cootamundra

Have Lunch Or Dinner In A Pub (Or A Beer!)

Cootamundra is home to many fine pubs and hotels. In fact there used to be at least nine pubs and hotels in Coota that I know of. There could have even been more!

Currently open and still serving are the Albion Hotel, Central Hotel, Family Hotel and Olympic Hotel. We have eaten lunch and dinner in all of these Coota pubs many times and they are all great. Our favourite is the Family Hotel but we like each of the other hotels in Coota for various reasons. Meals in all Coota pubs are very generous in size and the prices are very reasonable, much cheaper than you’ll find in Sydney or Canberra pubs. If you’re after a quiet pub or a very lively pub Coota has a pub that will suit.

Former hotels in Coota that are either closed or don’t exist are the Cootamundra Hotel, Calman’s Royal Oak Hotel, Railway Hotel, Royal Hotel and Globe Hotel.

Cootamundra Cemetery

Visit The Cemetery

We always visit cemeteries in small towns as they are a window in to the towns history. Cootamundra cemetery is no exception. It’s a fairly large cemetery broken up in to your usual denominational groups. Graves date back to the mid 1800s if you have a good look around. David has many relatives buried in Coota cemetery. In fact Amanda and David will more than likely end up spending the rest of eternity within the cemetery grounds (pun intended).

Cootamundra Wattle

There’s nothing prettier than driving in to Coota when the famous Cootamundra wattle is in bloom. It has a famous song written about it by John Williamson. The branches of the tree are covered in clusters of bright yellow, small, rounded flowers held in late winter through early spring. The Cootamundra wattle is a shrub or tree in the genus acacia baileyana. Its scientific name honors botanist Frederick Manson Bailey. In New South Wales, it is native to four districts, including Temora, Cootamundra, Stockinbingal and Bethungra.

Hey it’s July and the winter sun is shining
And the Cootamundra wattle is my friend
For all at once my childhood never left me
‘Cause wattle blossoms bring it back again.
—Lyrics from “Cootamundra Wattle” by John Williamson

Coota Picnic Races 2022

Picnic Races

The grandstand is full of racegoers at the annual Cootamundra Picnic Races. It’s a fun day out for the whole family. Held in April at the Cootamundra Race Course just outside of Coota. Local bands play live music and they have full bar facilities. There is always food available, sausage sizzle, burgers and there are usually a couple of food trucks with coffee and pizza. It’s always a lively event and the racing is always great. They run fashions in the field in a big range of categories. Check their Facebook Page for details of the next event.

Rail Heritage

When the Main South Line was extended from Harden, the Cootamundra Railway Station opened on the 1st of November 1877. On April 15th of the following year, less than 5 months later, the line was again extended to Bethungra. When the Tumut and Kunama line opened up as far as Gundagai on June 1st 1886 Cootamundra became a major junction station.

During 1901 an island platform was built, which has since been closed. The line through Coota was duplicated 40 years later in 1943. It resulted in the building of the largest overhead gantry in the Southern Hemisphere. Now relocated it still stands proudly within the station grounds.

Coota Railway Station is a large complex with a number of buildings and a unique first class terminal building. Both the towns landscape and the development of the rail network are reflected in this work. Nearly the entire length of the town’s eastern boundary is dedicated to the rail yard. It’s an integral part of the town’s development. There is great detail in both the building and the cast iron columns and brackets of the canopy on the Station building and major platform.

A heritage listing of Cootamundra Railway Station was placed on the NSW Heritage Register on the 2nd of April 1999.

Cootamundra Railway Station

Weather For Cootamundra

*Data Courtesy of The Bureau Of Meteorology*
Statistics	Jan	Feb	Mar	Apr	May	Jun	Jul	Aug	Sep	Oct	Nov	Dec	Annual	Years
Temperature
Mean maximum temperature (°C)	32.1	30.4	27.2	22.7	17.6	14.0	13.0	14.6	18.3	22.5	26.3	29.5	22.4	27	1995 2022
Mean minimum temperature (°C)	16.1	15.6	12.4	7.5	3.4	2.1	1.2	1.4	3.4	6.2	10.5	13.0	7.7	27	1995 2022
Rainfall
Mean rainfall (mm)	50.0	54.1	53.9	35.3	36.1	61.6	59.1	54.5	51.4	45.8	62.5	52.4	597.9	24	1995 2022
Decile 5 (median) rainfall (mm)	38.4	28.7	30.2	21.6	33.6	55.0	47.8	55.4	44.8	40.6	51.5	49.4	568.4	26	1995 2022
Mean number of days of rain ≥ 1 mm	5.0	4.1	5.0	4.0	5.5	8.0	9.3	8.0	6.7	5.9	6.5	5.5	73.5	27	1995 2022
Other daily elements
Mean daily sunshine (hours)
Mean number of clear days	10.3	7.8	11.6	9.1	8.9	5.4	5.3	6.4	7.6	7.9	6.2	10.9	97.4	15	1995 2010
Mean number of cloudy days	6.6	7.5	7.0	6.4	9.9	13.3	14.3	12.1	11.4	9.1	10.8	7.4	115.8	15	1995 2010
9 am conditions
Mean 9am temperature (°C)	22.1	20.9	17.2	14.7	9.4	6.6	5.1	7.5	11.3	15.2	17.7	20.6	14.0	15	1995 2010
Mean 9am relative humidity (%)	59	67	72	73	84	91	91	86	77	68	64	60	74	15	1995 2010
Mean 9am wind speed (km/h)	14.5	8.2	10.0	5.6	7.6	4.6	7.1	5.8	11.0	7.7	13.2	7.6	8.6	15	1995 2010
3 pm conditions
Mean 3pm temperature (°C)	30.3	29.3	26.3	22.0	17.0	13.4	12.1	13.9	17.2	21.0	24.8	27.9	21.3	15	1995 2010
Mean 3pm relative humidity (%)	33	38	38	43	53	66	65	61	53	46	39	36	48	15	1995 2010
Mean 3pm wind speed (km/h)	16.5	9.4	14.9	7.0	11.7	6.1	13.1	8.0	15.8	9.1	16.7	10.0	11.5	15	1995 2010

Stay At Cootamundra Caravan Park

In addition to being neat and spacious Cootamundra Caravan Park is easily accessible from town but sits off the main road. In fact you can walk to everywhere within Cootamundra from the caravan within five or ten minutes. The Cootamundra RSL Club is about two minutes walk from the caravan park. The RSL has a very good bistro and meals are both cheap and generous.

Getting To Cootamundra

Cootamundra is situated on the Olympic Highway, not very far off the Hume Highway. It’s easily accessible when travelling between Sydney and Melbourne. It makes a great stop to break up your journey.

Travel From	Distance	Time
Adelaide to Cootamundra	978km	10:28
Albury to Cootamundra	238km	02:24
Canberra to Cootamundra	171km	02:00
Melbourne to Cootamundra	562km	05:38
Sydney to Cootamundra	379km	04:01
Wagga Wagga to Cootamundra	90km	01:08
Young to Cootamundra	48km	00:36

Cootamundra, Gundagai & Surrounding Areas

by David Sloane | Apr 21, 2019 | Camping Trips, Day Trips, Our Travel Blog, Weekend Camping Trips

Cootamundra, Gundagai & Surrounding Areas

We spent the Easter long weekend in Cootamundra at the caravan park. We planned on looking at properties around the town so the Cootamundra caravan park was nice and central for us. It’s an older caravan park but everything is exceptionally well maintained and very clean.

Set Up in Cootamundra Caravan Park

Australian Cricket Captains Walk Cootamundra

The Captains Walk features 42 bronze sculptures of former captains of the Australian Cricket team. Sir Donald Bradman was born in Cootamundra and of course he features amongst the captains in the walk! On Friday after setting up we went and had some lunch and did the Cricket Captains’ walk in Jubilee Park again. Amanda was hoping that they had got around to installing Steve Smiths’ bust but alas she wasn’t very happy.

No Steve Smith Bust on the Australian Cricket Captains Walk in Cootamundra NSW

Trungley Hall

On Saturday afternoon we went for a drive out to Temora for a look around. We decided to take the long way back and ended up visiting a cemetary at a little abandoned place called Trungley Hall. I am guessing that in it’s day it must have been a German/Lutheran farming community like the ones in SA around Hahndorf as every name in the cemetery was clearly of German heritage.

Trungley Hall Cemetery NSW

Gundagai And Cootamundra Backroads

On Sunday went for a drive along backroads between Cootamundra and Gundagai with a little side trip to Tumut thrown in for good measure. We visited the Gundagai Cemetery and checked out Captain Moonlights’ grave – we love our Aussie bushranger history.

Captain Moonlights Grave Gundagai Cemetery NSW

Loads To Do – Explore The Backroads Between Gundagai And Cootamundra

There is heaps to do down this way, much more than what you see alongside the Hume as you roll on by. We saw quite a few nice little free camping spots in some out of the way places you’d never know existed.

Hema Maps Cootamundra and Surrounds

Cootamundra Caravan Park

Cootamundra is located 379 kilometres south of Sydney, it’s a small town of 5,900 people best known for being home to cricketer Don Bradman. His birthplace is now a museum well worth a visit. Located in the Riverina Cootamundra is an excellent base from which to explore the region. Cootamundra has a very good golf course and picturesque scenic views. In addition to being neat and spacious Cootamundra Caravan Park is easily accessible from town but sits off the main road. In fact you can walk to everywhere within Cootamundra from the caravan within five or ten minutes. The Cootamundra RSL Club is about two minutes walk from the caravan park. The RSL has a very good bistro and meals are both cheap and generous.

Getting To Cootamundra

Travel From	Distance	Time
Adelaide to Cootamundra	978km	10:28
Albury to Cootamundra	238km	02:24
Canberra to Cootamundra	171km	02:00
Melbourne to Cootamundra	562km	05:38
Sydney to Cootamundra	379km	04:01
Wagga Wagga to Cootamundra	90km	01:08
Young to Cootamundra	48km	00:36

Wingello State Forest Free Camping For The Weekend

by David Sloane | Dec 7, 2018 | Our Travel Blog, Weekend Camping Trips

Wingello State Forest Free Camping For The Weekend

Wingello State Forest is only about an hour from where we live in Southwest Sydney. As with all NSW State Forests it is dog friendly. If you are in to mountain bike riding then this is a great place for you. There are many marked mountain bike trails throughout Wingello State Forest. Many mountain biking clubs use Wingello State Forest for events.

There’s a main campground area in Wingello State Forest with drop toilets and we have camped there before. You can fit about a dozen vans/tents in there. It gets jam packed on weekends near Christmas and also over any public holiday weekends. If you’re a bit more adventurous like us there are at least half a dozen really good sites out in the forest itself where we are this weekend. If you are really adventurous (like us) and don’t mind getting your vehicle in to low range there are even more great sites down some little tracks.

Dog Friendly Free Camping Wingello State Forest Two Hours From Sydney

Wingello State Forest is only about an hour from where we live in Southwest Sydney. Distance wise it’s about 70 kilometres for us, plus whatever you need to add for getting to your camping spot out in the forest.

As with all NSW State Forests it is dog friendly. There is no drinking water available so you have to bring your own. Fires are allowed but with restrictions and only at certain times of the year. State Forest Rangers patrol the area.

Free Camping Wingello State Forest Sunset View

If you are in to mountain bike riding then this is a great place for you. There are many marked mountain bike trails throughout Wingello State Forest. Many mountain biking clubs use Wingello State Forest for events.

One last thing to keep in mind. Wingello State Forest is an actively logged area. Logging operations take place almost all year round so pay attention to logging trucks in the area when driving through the forest.

Camp Site Location

Camping Two Hours From Sydney Wollondilly River Station

by David Sloane | Jan 23, 2016 | Camping Trips, Weekend Camping Trips

Camping Two Hours From Sydney Wollondilly River Station

Camping two hours from Sydney? Yes there is camping two hours from Sydney in a bush setting on a river in the beautiful Southern Highlands of NSW Australia on the Wollondilly River off Wombeyan Caves Road. You follow the picturesque Wombeyan Caves Road from Mittagong deep into the heart of the Wollondilly Rivers’ valley to reach Wollondilly River Station at Goodmans Ford. Wollondilly River Station straddles the Wollondilly River on both sides. It is full of natural beauty and rugged terrain.

Camp fires (depending upon weather and restrictions)
Riverside camping
Pets welcome
Swimming & canoeing
Bushwalking & mountain biking

We have just returned from camping at Wollondilly River Station for four days over the Australia Day weekend. It is a fantastic location. We took our dog Graciee with us for her first camping experience and she was great. She had a really good time of it and was a completely different dog to what she is at home. It’s a great place to camp with your dog and there were many families there and everyone was having an absolute ball. The river is fantastic for swimming and the facilities are more than enough for what you need. We can’t wait to come back for another stay.

How To Get To Wollondilly River Station

To get there you need to follow Wombeyan Caves Road from the Mittagong end. Wombeyan Caves road is all dirt, usually well maintained although it is very tight and has lots of hairpin bends and has a steep dropoff on one side for most of the way. It’s easily driven in a 2WD vehicle when it’s dry, but if it rains it is not advisable.

You are ok towing a small offroad van, but anything over say about 17 feet in length and you would not attempt it. Long motorhomes, fifth wheelers, that kind of thing sorry but you’d be bonkers mad to try it.

Don’t try it from the Wombeyan Caves end unless you are a very experienced 4wd operator with a decent vehicle. Towing anything from the Wombeyan Caves side is not recommended at all.

Travel From	Distance	Time
Mittagong to Wollondilly River Station	50km	00:43
Picton to Wollondilly River Station	97km	01:09
Wollongong to Wollondilly River Station	122km	01:28
Sydney to Wollondilly River Station	164km	01:51