Bents Basin campground
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
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
Getting there |
![]() Campsite is signposted and accessed via Wolstenholme Avenue entrance only. Wolstenholme Avenue is off Greendale Road from Wallacia in the north, or Liverpool in the east. |
General Information |
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![]() 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 |
Bookings and contact information |
![]() Phone:02 4774 6800 [email protected] |
Facilities | |
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![]() Flush toilets available |
![]() Hot showers are provided on site |
![]() Drinking water is provided on site |
![]() Picnic tables are provided on site |
![]() Wood fired Pit BBQ’s are provided – bring your own wood |
![]() Gas or electric BBQ’s are provided |
![]() There are rubbish bins provided on site |
![]() Fires are generally permitted at this campsite, be aware of local fire bans |
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There are places to swim
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Campsite is signposted and accessed via Wolstenholme Avenue entrance only. Wolstenholme Avenue is off Greendale Road from Wallacia in the north, or Liverpool in the east. http://wild.tl/2q
Park Information & Alerts
There are alerts raised for Bents Basin State Conservation Area as at Wed, 17 Jul 2024 15:56:43 +1000Closed parks: Park Closure
Bents Basin State Conservation Area is closed from 4th April 2024 until 1st August 2024 due to flood damage from the rain event of the 5th and 6th of April 2024
Penalties apply for non-compliance.
Remember, it’s never safe to drive, ride or walk through flood waters. Roads into and throughout the park are / may also be closed. Check Live Traffic NSW for up-to-date information and contact the local park office.
For assistance during severe weather visit the NSW SES website. In life-threatening situations call emergency services on Triple Zero (000).
There are no other campsites in this park.