Cambridge Plateau rest area
There is often water on-site but it is not suitable for drinking. You are not allowed to collect firewood, so you’ll need to bring your own wood if you want a campfire.
| Getting there |
Closest point to drive and park is on unsealed roads only that are not may not be passable when wet, from there it is via the water to this the campsite
GPS: -28.80677, 152.74372The campground is in the southern section of the park, on Cambridge Plateau Scenic Drive. Drive north from Bruxner Hwy. |
| General Information |
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 You will need to walk a short distance from your car to the campsite – no caravans or camper trailers
There is often water on-site but it is not suitable for drinking. You are not allowed to collect firewood, so you’ll need to bring your own wood if you want a campfire. |
| Bookings and contact information |
 You are not able to book these campsites – first come basisFor more information contact the
KyoglePhone:02 6632 0000 [email protected] |
| 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 is nowhere to swim
Closest point to drive and park is on unsealed roads only that are not may not be passable when wet, from there it is via the water to this the campsite
GPS: -28.80677, 152.74372The campground is in the southern section of the park, on Cambridge Plateau Scenic Drive. Drive north from Bruxner Hwy. http://wild.tl/7t
Park Information & Alerts
There are alerts raised for Richmond Range National Park as at Wed, 15 Jan 2025 22:29:28 +1100Closed areas: Cambridge Plateau Forest Drive partial closure
Cambridge Plateau Forest Drive is closed between Peacock Creek Road and Mount Babyl Trail due to forecast rain and thunderstorms. The road will remain open between Cambridge Plateau picnic area and the Bruxner Highway. Please note:
- Peacock Creek campground will remain open and can be accessed from the west via Peacock Creek Road or from the east via Sextonville Road or Iron Pot Creek Road
- Cambridge Plateau picnic area and Cambridge loop walk will remain open and accessible from the south via the Bruxner Highway
- The private cabin north of Cambridge Plateau picnic area can still be accessed though the road north of the picnic may not be suitable for 2WDs in wet weather
Safety alerts: Cambridge Plateau Forest Drive – 2WD access dry weather only
Cambridge Plateu Forest Drive access is limited to dry weather only for 2WD vehicles until future surface works occur.
We apologies for any inconvenience. For more information, contact the Kyogle NPWS office on 02 6632 0000 or [email protected].
Safety alerts: Limited access to Peacock Creek Campground
Access to Peacock Creek Campground is currently restricted to 4WD vehicles.
Large potholes and significant damage on Peacock Creek Road and Sextonville Road, make them unsuitable for 2WD vehicles, caravans, or camper trailers.
Alternative Access (2WD): Visitors are advised to use Cambridge Plateau Forest Drive for 2WD access, noting it is dry weather only.
Alternative Access (AWD/off road capable caravans & trailers): Visitors are advised to use Iron Pot Creek Road for 4WD, AWD and caravans/trailers that are off road capable.
For further information, please contact the Kyogle NPWS office at (02) 6632 0000.
Here are all the campsites in this park.
Northern Rivers
Richmond Range National Park
