Freemans camping ground
This is a well established campsite. There are 8 caravan sites and 28 tent based camping sites. Groups of more than 8 are required to fill in a group booking form which can be obtained through the booking office. There is a short walk along a footpath to Birdie Beach. The campsite is flat and in an open area, reasonably well protected from the sea breeze. There is limited shaded area. The amenities block and cooking shelter are in great condition and provide good facilities. There is an emergency-only phone near the amenities block.
Getting there |
Closest point to drive and park is on sealed roads, from there it is via the water to this the campsite
GPS: -33.2006, 151.6038 The campground is on Birdie Beach Drive near Birdie Beach. |
General Information |
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You can park a caravan, trailer, or a tent in this campground This is a well established campsite. There are 8 caravan sites and 28 tent based camping sites. Groups of more than 8 are required to fill in a group booking form which can be obtained through the booking office. There is a short walk along a footpath to Birdie Beach. The campsite is flat and in an open area, reasonably well protected from the sea breeze. There is limited shaded area. The amenities block and cooking shelter are in great condition and provide good facilities. There is an emergency-only phone near the amenities block. |
Bookings and contact information |
You can book a campsite by phoning the Campsite contactFor more information contact the
Central Coast and Hunter Range Campsite bookings Phone:02 4320 4203 |
Facilities | |
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Toilets Pit or composting toilets are available |
Showers Cold showers are provided on site |
Water Drinking water is provided on site |
Tables Picnic tables are provided on site |
Wood pit fire BBQ Wood fired BBQ’s are not provided |
Electric or Gas BBQ Gas or electric BBQ’s are provided |
Rubbish Bins There are rubbish bins provided on site |
Campfires This is a Fuel Stove only area, solid fuel (eg wood) fires are not permitted at any time. Gas stoves may be used, but be aware of local fire bans |
There are places to swim
Closest point to drive and park is on sealed roads, from there it is via the water to this the campsite
GPS: -33.2006, 151.6038
The campground is on Birdie Beach Drive near Birdie Beach. http://wild.tl/33
The campground is on Birdie Beach Drive near Birdie Beach. http://wild.tl/33
Park Information & Alerts
There are alerts raised for Munmorah State Conservation Area as at Fri, 29 Mar 2024 12:43:12 +1100Closed areas: Moonee Beach access trail closure
The south Moonee beach access trail located at the northern end of the Moonee Beach fire trail will be closed indefinitely due to cultural heritage sensitivity.
Alternate access to the beach is provided via Moonee Beach Trail, or, Hooey Street Catherine Hill Bay.
Penalties apply for non-compliance. For more information, contact the local NPWS office on 02 4972 9000.
Other planned events: Demolition of Elizabeth Bay amentities block
NSW National Parks and Wildlife Service (NPWS) will be demolishing the amenities block within the Elizabeth Bay picnic area. NPWS has determined that the Elizabeth Bay amenities block is dilapidated, unhygienic and does not meet NSW Health and Safety regulation standards or the Australian Building Code for a public toilet facility. The amenities have reached a point that it is no longer financially viable to continue to maintain and repair them. The amenities have been closed for approximately the last 3 years.
Works are estimated to begin early to mid April and will involve the establishment of a works compound, the safe demolition of the amenities block, concrete path and garden bed. Work will also include the disconnection of the water main and removal of the water meter.
To gain access to undertake the works the old telegraph poles and supports around the carpark area will be removed and then replaced with sandstone blocks to accommodate cars and trailers to the entire extent of the area. The area will be tidied up and a new surface laid to the carpark.
Access to the boat ramp and carpark will be temporarily closed for the duration of the works. Works are expected to take 4 – 6 work days. (weather permitting). NPWS contractors will undertake works Monday to Friday only during the hours of 7am to 5pm to keep impacts to local residents to a minimum.
If you would like any further information, please contact Stacy Wilson, Ranger Central Coast Area on 4972 9029. Alternatively, you can email [email protected].
Other planned events: Temporary access closures to trails at Middle Camp – Catherine Hill Bay – Munmorah State Conservation Area for external developer construction works.
Middle Camp DA/2238/2017 – has begun works in the Catherine Hill Bay area adjacent to lands managed by Munmorah State Conservation Area. These works due to the location now has temporary closures to access trails for Munmorah SCA. This is necessary for the contractor managing this development in order to maintain a safe construction site and public safety.
NPWS apologises for the inconvenience and are unable to provide alternate access.
This temporary closure affects:
- Collier fire trail
- Powerline fire trail and
- Middle Camp fire trail
For more information, contact the local NPWS office on 4972 9000.
Closed areas: Area closed – Pink Caves
Pink Caves are closed to visitors because they are extremely unsafe to visit.
The caves are filled with water at high tide. Even at low tide they can be dangerous, as ocean swell sends unpredictable waves sweeping into the caves and across the rock shelf. Sudden rogue waves can cause serious injury and may drag visitors across the rocks or out to sea.
There’s no lifeguard service in this area and access for emergency services is limited. There’s no approved walking track to this location. Access to the caves involves walking over a rock shelf which is slippery, uneven and dangerous.
Visitors should take care when traversing all rock shelves and coastal areas located within Munmorah State Conservation Area.
For further information call the NPWS Lake Munmorah office on 02 4972 9000.
Safety alerts: Rock fishing safety
Rock fishing is a popular activity for many national park visitors and your safety whilst fishing is important. Parts of the NSW Central Coast are a declared high risk area due to large swells and hazardous surf conditions. In these high risk areas under the NSW Rock Fishing Safety Act 2016, you are required by law to wear an appropriate life jacket. This includes children and anyone helping you fish. This is regulated by NSW Fisheries and poses an on the spot 0 fine if non-compliant.
Before rock fishing you should always:
- check for park alerts or closures
- check the tides, swell and weather conditions before setting out and never fish in exposed areas during rough or large seas or in electrical storms.
- Wear your life jacket, appropriate light weight clothing and non-slip footwear
If you’re in doubt don’t go out.
Closed areas: Timber Beach Walking Track closed due to flood damage
The Timber Beach walking track is closed until further notice. The track is impassable due to recent severe storm damage causing hazardous conditions. For visitor safety this track is currently closed to the public. Penalties apply for non-compliance. For further information, please contact the local NPWS office on 49729000
Here are all the campsites in this park.