Colo Meroo camping ground

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

General Information
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: -33.38363, 150.69215 There are two main walking access routes. Plus two more bonus ways in, for the more adventurous. Options 2,3 & 4 require a topographic map and navigation skills. 1 – shortest and easiest) From the far western end of Upper Colo Rd, walk about 2.5km along a marked track/trail that runs roughly parallel to the Colo River. Most of this walk is on private property, please stay on the marked track and show your respect to the land owners. 2 – longer and hard)You can walk from Sams Way at Mountain Lagoon, following the Gospers Ridge Trail and then Mailes Ridge for approximately 12km. 3) Another option from Mountain Lagoon is to take the T3 Track and then a walk down the Colo River, then walk or lilo down stream to the campsite. 4) Another option from the Putty Road side, is to follow the Bob Turners Track (4km to River) and then walk or lilo to the campsite (another 11km).
There is a long walk into this campsite The river can flood so check levels. There is a nice sandy beach section and some open flat areas to camp and play.
Bookings and contact information
You are not able to book these campsites – first come basis For more information contact the Richmond Phone:02 4588 5247

Facilities
Toilets Pit or composting toilets are available	Showers No showers are provided on site
Water There is water onsite (or from a nearby creek) that can be treated for drinking	Tables Picnic tables are provided on site
Wood pit fire BBQ Wood fired Pit BBQ’s are provided – bring your own wood	Electric or Gas BBQ Gas or electric BBQ’s are not provided
Rubbish Bins No rubbish bins provided – take your own rubbish with you	Campfires Fires are generally permitted at this campsite, be aware of local fire bans

Activities

Swimming
There 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: -33.38363, 150.69215
There are two main walking access routes. Plus two more bonus ways in, for the more adventurous.
Options 2,3 & 4 require a topographic map and navigation skills.

1 – shortest and easiest) From the far western end of Upper Colo Rd, walk about 2.5km along a marked track/trail that runs roughly parallel to the Colo River. Most of this walk is on private property, please stay on the marked track and show your respect to the land owners.

2 – longer and hard)You can walk from Sams Way at Mountain Lagoon, following the Gospers Ridge Trail and then Mailes Ridge for approximately 12km.
3) Another option from Mountain Lagoon is to take the T3 Track and then a walk down the Colo River, then walk or lilo down stream to the campsite.
4) Another option from the Putty Road side, is to follow the Bob Turners Track (4km to River) and then walk or lilo to the campsite (another 11km). http://wild.tl/3e

Park Information & Alerts

There are alerts raised for Wollemi National Park as at Wed, 15 Jan 2025 17:57:05 +1100
Fires – : MARTINDALE ROAD, MARTINDALE
There is a fire in this park called MARTINDALE ROAD, MARTINDALE. Refer to the Rural Fire Service for latest information. Do not enter any closed area or area with fire. If you see an unattended fire call Triple Zero (000). Penalties apply for non-compliance. For more information about fire safety in parks and reserves, visit the NSW National Parks fire safety page for park safety guidelines.

Fires – : BAERAMI RANGE
There is a fire in this park called BAERAMI RANGE. Refer to the Rural Fire Service for latest information. Do not enter any closed area or area with fire. If you see an unattended fire call Triple Zero (000). Penalties apply for non-compliance. For more information about fire safety in parks and reserves, visit the NSW National Parks fire safety page for park safety guidelines.

Fires – : WOMERAH SOUTH WOMERAH
There is a fire in this park called WOMERAH SOUTH WOMERAH. Refer to the Rural Fire Service for latest information. Do not enter any closed area or area with fire. If you see an unattended fire call Triple Zero (000). Penalties apply for non-compliance. For more information about fire safety in parks and reserves, visit the NSW National Parks fire safety page for park safety guidelines.

Closed areas: Roads closed due to flood damage
The following roads in this park are closed due to storm and flood damage:

California trail – closed until late May 2025

Visitor areas that are currently closed include:

California Hut – closed until late May 2025

Gates have been locked, and signs are in place on closed roads. Expected reopening times are subject to weather delays.
Penalties apply for non-compliance. For more information, contact the NPWS Bulga area office.

Fire bans: Park fire ban
A park fire ban is in place in this park and remains in effect unless otherwise extended or removed.
However, the following campgrounds are exempt in Wollemi National Park:

Coorongooba,
Ganguddy (Dunns Swamp)
Wheeny Creek
Colo Meroo
Sheepskin Hut.

Park users can have a small campfire in NPWS supplied fire rings in the campgrounds listed above.

During park fire ban periods, all campfire and solid fuel (wood, heat beads, charcoal, briquettes, hexamine) 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)

If a Total Fire Ban is in place, different rules apply. Contact the local park office before bringing a gas or electric barbecue or cooker.
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.

Other planned events: Ongoing 1080 Ground Baiting Capertee Valley
NSW National Parks and Wildlife Service (NPWS) is conducting an ongoing ground baiting program from 1 November 2024 to 30 April 2025. The operation will use 1080 (sodium fluoroacetate) poison for the control of foxes.
The program will take place in Wollemi National Park specifically the Canobla Gap Trail and Capertee River Trail areas in the Capertee Valley.
The program is designed to minimise predator impacts on wildlife, especially threatened species including the Brush Tailed Wallaby, and to minimise impact of wild dogs on neighbouring stock.
Signs will be placed at the entry to the baiting location. Domestic pets are not permitted in NSW National Parks managed lands. Pets and working dogs may be affected (1080 is lethal to cats and dogs). Pets and working dogs must be restrained or muzzled in the vicinity and must not enter the baiting location. In the event of accidental poisoning seek immediate veterinary assistance.
Please contact the Mudgee NPWS area office for more information on 02 6370 9000

Other planned events: Notice of ongoing 1080 baiting program
NSW National Parks and Wildlife Service (NPWS) is conducting ongoing ground baiting program from Thursday 2 May 2024 to Monday 5 May 2025 in the following areas:

Abercrombie River National Park
Abercrombie River State Conservation Area
Kanangra-Boyd National Park
Blue Mountains National Park (southern section)
Wollemi National Park (Wolga)
Gardens of Stone National Park
Jenolan Karst Conservation Area
Turon National Park
Marrangaroo National Park

The operation will use 1080 (sodium fluoroacetate) poison for the control of wild dogs and foxes.
The program is designed to minimise predator impacts on wildlife, especially threatened species, and to minimise impact of wild dogs on neighbouring stock.
Signs will be placed at the entry to the baiting location. Domestic pets are not permitted in NSW National Parks managed lands. Pets and working dogs may be affected (1080 is lethal to cats and dogs). Pets and working dogs must be restrained or muzzled in the vicinity and must not enter the baiting location. In the event of accidental poisoning seek immediate veterinary assistance.
For more information, contact the NPWS Kanangra area office at Oberon on 02 6336 6200.

Closed areas: Wheeny Creek campground – Boobook section permanently closed
The Boobook campground and picnic area within Wheeny Creek campground has permanently closed due to flood damage.
Penalties apply for non-compliance. For more information, contact the local NPWS office on 4720-6200.

Here are all the campsites in this park.

Dunns Swamp camping ground

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

Near Sydney
Wollemi National Park

Wheeny Creek camping ground

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.

Near Sydney
Wollemi National Park

Colo Meroo camping ground

Park Information & Alerts

Dunns Swamp camping ground

Wheeny Creek camping ground

Newnes camping ground

Colo Meroo camping ground

Little Capertee Camping Ground