Campsites Near Sydney

This deep waterhole forms part of a gorge on the Nepean River between Camden and Penrith, and is a popular spot for people escaping Sydney.
Enjoy water-based activities such as swimming, fishing & canoeing. There are fireplaces and accessible toilet facilities (though the Basin is not easily accessible by wheelchair). There is bushwalking through Gulguer Nature Reserve to Caley’s Lookout. Car-based and caravan camping (no powered sites) is available in the camping area (bookings essential, fees apply).

Facilities for hire include Campground Shelter & Kitchen, Picnic Areas & Hall with Commercial Kitchen – further information and bookings at Bents Basin Office.

Free Hot showers are provided on site.
Free Electric BBQs are also available.
Bring your own firewood, or purchase at campground for – 20kg hardwood. It is an offence to take firewood from the bush.

Campers under 18 must be accompanied by an adult.
Park Hours:
9:00 am to 4:30 pm Eastern Standard Time
9:00 am to 7:00 pm Daylight Savings

Office Hours:
9:00 am and 5:00 pm Monday to Friday

Cox’s River Campsite is located on the Six Foot Track and is managed by LPMA. It is requested that all campers carry a fuel stove. There are two sheltered picnic tables and a wheel chair-accessible toilet building. Water is generally available from the tank or river, but must be treated before drinking.

Carry own water in to the site or treat the creek water.

This is a lovely and fairly popular walking in campsite near the famous Blue Gum Forest. There is no camping in the actual Blue Gum forest. Govetts Creek flows beside the campsite and provide a pleasant place for a swim. The views of the escarpments are just stunning.

There are 5 areas, each with 20 sites to choose from. Tap water is available at the park entrance.

This is a nice and secluded camping ground in a forest of tall trees. A short walk through the rainforest will takes you down to Bedford Creek.

Great campsite for access to the Grose Valley, and there are a number of lookouts close by. Limit of one night stay

There are 5 areas, each with 20 sites to choose from. Tap water is available at the park entrance.

A stone hut and covered picnic shelter provides day use cover.

There are 20 sites to choose from. Tap water is available at the park entrance. Euroka Walking Track to Glenbrook starts near the gate, and Euroka Creek Track starts on other side of the bridge. For swimming areas, there is the Nepean River (a walk), and also Jellybean Pool or Glenbrook Gorge (a drive or long walk).

There are 20 sites to choose from. There is tap water at the park entrance.

There are 20 sites to choose from. Tap water is available at the park entrance.

There are 20 sites to choose from. Tap water is available at the park entrance.

This is a great camping spot, close to the beach and not far from Sydney or Gosford. There is plenty of nice walking and swimming in the area. There is one cold, open air shower.

this is a nice little beach and camping area with BBQs provided. The beach and campsite are nestled in a cove. There is lots of walking in the area. You’ll need to provide your own drinking water. This site is popular during school holidays.

There are a few nice walks and a beach to explore, but no water supply. The beach is not patrolled. The campsite is perched up on the hill, away from the beach. Trees offer some shelter from easterly winds. Usually busy during holiday periods.

Water needs to be treated for drinking. Fires are only allowed in BBQ’s provided no on ground campfires.

Tank water is available but needs to be treated to drink. A large group campsite is available for up to 30 people near the day use area. There are 30 numbered campsites spread across 3 main areas. There are plenty of timber-fired BBQ’s some with bench seats provided. A pleasant place to camp, although can be very hot in summer. There is plenty of wildlife in the area – make sure your food is stored in hard containers. The area is fairly flat, with grass and dirt terrain. The toilets have ramped access and are moderate size inside but have no handrails – assistance may be needed for people in wheelchairs.

This large, open campsite is found next to the Old Great North Road, at the top of the Simpson Track. The campsite is great for people walking or cycling in the area. There is a pit toilet, a few fire circles and plenty of places to pitch some tents. There is a water tank next to the toilet – if this is empty, there is sometimes water in Ten Mile Hollow Creek a short distance north along the OGNR (otherwise the Wat Buddha Dhamma, about 600m south along the OGNR, provides a water tank for visitors). Treat water before drinking. The area was formally a stockade (a camp) for the convicts who built the road in c.1830. Later the area was named ‘Snodgrass Valley’ and plans to build a town were developed, however neither the name nor the town proved popular (even at 2 pounds an acre)[ref url=http://www.convicttrail.org/history.php?id=a4b3c2%f%9]. Solomon Wiseman (of Wisemans Ferry fame) was given 100 acres to build an inn, however it is not clear if the inn was ever built.

A small, flat clearing and campsite located just east of the junction of Heathcote and Kingfisher Creeks in Heathcote National Park. The campsite is above the creek, which provides plenty of water (treat before use, carry own water after extended dry periods) and an opportunity for a swim. At the campground, there is also a small pit toilet and picnic table. Open fires are not permitted, cook on your own fuel stove.

This is a very small campsite, a basic clearing near the shore of Lake Eckersley. There are no facilities and probably only room for two tents. This is the quietest and most peaceful of the campsites in Heathcote National Park. The shady area is on the bank of the Woronora River and is only accessible by foot. Water from the lake needs to be treated before use, or campers need to carry in drinking water. A small sandy beach provides access to the water for swimming. The site needs to be booked and paid for before use.

This campsite is nestled in Heathcote National Park with walk-in access from Heathcote Station. The campsite is near Mirang Pool on Heathcote Creek, and there is a signpost at the top of the stairs leading down to the pools from the management trail above. There are no facilities provided at the campsite.

Water from Morong Creek can be treated for drinking.

There are small swimming holes in the creek. Although part of this campsite is now closed for regeneration, you can still get a view of the waterfall in Morong Creek canyon if you walk south-east along the management trail. Campers are advised to camp in designated sites to avoid trespassing on private property.

This is a very well established campsite with large open areas. Toilet blocks and even a vending machine are available.

Need to carry you own drinking water in.

You need to carry in your own drinking water.

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.

A nice and quiet campsite within a short walk of Bongon Lagoon, Frazer Beach and some nice sand dunes. This makes a nice base camp for those who like ocean fishing. Water is from a bore. Groups of more than 8 are required to fill in a group booking form, which can be obtained through the booking office. Campsites are right next to the car park. There is a 100m walk to the amenities block with flush toilets and cold showers. There is also an emergency phone in front of the amenities block.

There is a water tank, but I am not sure how reliable it is.

A maximum of 36 people can camp here. This campsite with basic facilities is on the grassy area just above North Era Beach, next to the toilet. The campsite needs to be booked ahead and is popular with groups of people walking the coast track. The campsite can be exposed to the high winds of the coast, but is generally a pleasant area. Do not rely on getting water here, best to carry water in. The beach is not patrolled. Era (to the south) and Garie Beach (to the north) are patrolled most weekends.

A maximum of 18 people can camp here. There is usually water available from the creek but it should be treated first before drinking. The campsite is well used, located in a small clearing near Uloola Falls. There is an opportunity to get wet in the creek and falls (swimming is limited to small water holes).

Carry in your drinking water. Fee payments are by self registration so bring correct change. Limited firewood is available.

This is a fairly large, basic campsite on the bank of Wheeny Creek. There are both picnic and camping areas. This campsite offers some flat open areas to run around, and the creek for a dip. Facilities include a toilet and fire pits, but campers need to bring their own water and firewood.

This is a popular camping area (esp in holidays). There are mining ruins to explore and a walk to the glow worm tunnel. You can treat the creek water for drinking.

The river can flood so check levels. There is a nice sandy beach section and some open flat areas to camp and play.

You can explore the Old Great North Road from here, and its convict heritage. A water tank is at the site, but it should not be relied on for water, and any water from it should be treated before drinking.

This campsite is designed for large groups. Entry requires a key for the locked gate, therefore bookings are necessary.

You will need to carry in your own water.