Smoky Cape camping ground
Smoky Cape camping ground is a rainforest campsite below the lighthouse, on an isolated stretch of coast.
| Getting there |
Closest point to drive and park is on all weather unsealed roads, from there it is via the water to this the campsite
GPS: -30.9272, 153.07929km south-east from South West Rocks village, via Arakoon Road and Lighthouse Road. |
| General Information |
|---|
 You can park a trailer, or a tent in this campground – but no caravans
Smoky Cape camping ground is a rainforest campsite below the lighthouse, on an isolated stretch of coast. |
| Bookings and contact information |
 You are not able to book these campsites – first come basisFor more information contact the
Arakoon State Conservation Area local officePhone:02 6566 6621 |
| Facilities | |
|---|---|
 ToiletsPit or composting toilets are available |
 ShowersNo showers are provided on site |
 WaterNo drinking water onsite – bring your own water |
 TablesPicnic tables are provided on site |
 Wood pit fire BBQWood fired Pit BBQ’s are provided – bring your own wood |
 Electric or Gas BBQGas or electric BBQ’s are not provided |
 Rubbish BinsNo rubbish bins provided – take your own rubbish with you |
 CampfiresFires are generally permitted at this campsite, be aware of local fire bans |
SwimmingThere are places to swim
Closest point to drive and park is on all weather unsealed roads, from there it is via the water to this the campsite
GPS: -30.9272, 153.07929km south-east from South West Rocks village, via Arakoon Road and Lighthouse Road. http://wild.tl/5l
Park Information & Alerts
There are alerts raised for Hat Head National Park as at Wed, 02 Jul 2025 09:51:27 +1000Closed areas: Road Closure – North and South Gap Road, Arakoon
Gap Road (north) is closed until Friday 18 July 2025 due to hazardous conditions. Gap Road (south) is closed until Friday 4 July 2025.
This road closure will impact access to:
- North Gap Beach access
- Gap Beach walking track
- Gap Beach picnic area
Here are all the campsites in this park.
Hunter & Mid North Coast
Hat Head National Park
Hunter & Mid North Coast
Hat Head National Park