Olive Downs camping ground
There are walks that take you along the Jump-Up ridge walk. The water supply needs treatment before drinking.
Getting there |
![]() The campsite is beside Jump Up Loop Road, on the western side of the Silver City Highway, north of Tibooburra. |
General Information |
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Bookings and contact information |
![]() Phone:(08) 8091 3308 |
Facilities | |
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![]() Pit or composting toilets are available |
![]() No showers are provided on site |
![]() No drinking water onsite – bring your own water |
![]() Picnic tables are provided on site |
![]() Wood fired BBQ’s are not provided |
![]() Gas or electric BBQ’s are provided |
![]() There are rubbish bins provided on site |
![]() 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 |
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There is nowhere to swim
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The campsite is beside Jump Up Loop Road, on the western side of the Silver City Highway, north of Tibooburra. http://wild.tl/93
Park Information & Alerts
There are alerts raised for Sturt National Park as at Fri, 16 Aug 2024 19:40:31 +1000Other planned events: Fort Grey campground maintenance underway
Fort Grey campground is undergoing some maintenance to upgrade the facilities. The campground is still functional with access to current amenities. Please be patient as we provide you with improved facilities. For further information please contact the Broken Hill National Parks office on 08 8084 2880.
Closed areas: Areas closed due to wet weather
The following areas are closed due to water over the road and slippery and dangerous surfaces.
- Middle Road
- Jump Up Loop Road
- Many creek crossings & roads are closed and impassable due to severe rainfall causing dangerous conditions.
- Roads are likely to be cut off and there is a high risk of flash flooding.
- These areas will re-open as soon as they are safe.
This alert will be updated when conditions change.
Remember, it’s never safe to drive, ride or walk through flood waters, so you’ll need to reschedule your visit and avoid travel through areas in this park. Check Live Traffic NSW for up-to-date information about road closures. For assistance during severe weather visit the NSW SES website. In life-threatening situations call emergency services on Triple Zero (000).
Penalties apply for non-compliance. For more information, contact the local Tibooburra NPWS Office on 0880 913 308
Closed areas: Middle Road closed due to water over road & slippery surfaces
Middle road is currently closed due to water over the road and slippery surfaces.
- Many creek crossings & roads are closed and impassable due to severe rainfall causing dangerous conditions.
- Roads are likely to be cut off and there is a high risk of flash flooding.
- These areas will re-open as soon as they are safe.
This alert will be updated when conditions change.
Remember, it’s never safe to drive, ride or walk through flood waters, so you’ll need to reschedule your visit and avoid travel through areas in this park. Check Live Traffic NSW for up-to-date information about road closures. For assistance during severe weather visit the NSW SES website. In life-threatening situations call emergency services on Triple Zero (000).
Penalties apply for non-compliance. For more information, contact the local Tibooburra NPWS Office on 0880 913 308
Fire bans: Solid fuel fire ban for Sturt National Park
There is a ‘no solid fuel fire policy’ in this park all year round. This park fire ban will remain in effect unless otherwise extended or removed. During park fire ban periods, all campfire and solid fuel (wood, heat beads, charcoal, briquettes, hexamite) barbecues and stoves are prohibited. Gas and electric barbecues and cookers are permitted as long as:
- They’re under direct control of an adult
- The ground within 2m of the barbecue is cleared of all flammable materials
- There’s an adequate supply of water (minimum of a bucket)
Penalties apply for non-compliance. For more information about fire bans in parks and reserves including your responsibilities, visit the NSW National Parks fire safety page.
Here are all the campsites in this park.
Outback NSW
Sturt National Park