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Boomeri campground
Fire/closure alerts currently apply to this location. See details below.
When you feel the need for a nature getaway, head for the tranquil forest setting of Boomeri campground in Myall Lakes National Park. A short walk from the northern edge of Bombah Broadwater, this scenic spot is excellent for rustic camping holidays with friends or family.
Pitch your tent among the smooth barked angophoras and grass trees, and you’ll be seriously unwinding in no time. If you’ve got your mountain bike handy, try cycling along nearby Old Gibber Road fire trail for a dip at Johnsons Beach.
With plenty of options for swimming, fishing, boating and paddling in the quiet waters, you can choose how busy you want to be. If you enjoy birdwatching, the vast waterways attract a range of water birds such as white egrets, plovers and black swans. Be sure to stroll down to the shore to take in the spectacular lakeside views at sunset.
Activities: stillwater canoeing/kayaking, dinghy/row boat, sailboards, swimming, fishing, camping, birdwatching
Location:
shown on Bombah Broadwater map
Getting there: Boomeri campground is in the Bombah Broadwater precinct of Myall Lakes National Park. To get there from Hawks Nest, drive along Mungo Brush Road for approximately 25km.
From Bulahdelah, take the turn off to Myall Lakes National Park from Pacific Highway along the unsealed Bombah Point Road, then cross with the ferry and continue along Mungo Brush Road. The campground will be about 1km along the road.
Road access: Sealed road - 2WD vehicles.
Facilities: non-flush toilets
Water supply: No drinking water available.
Vehicle entry fee: $7 per vehicle per day. Or annual pass.
Camping fees:
- Peak (NSW school holidays, December, January and public holiday long weekends): $10 per adult per night. $5 per child per night.
- Off-peak: $7 per adult per night. $3.50 per child per night.
Bookings: We are working to introduce an online booking system for campgrounds in Myall Lakes National Park. Please see our online bookings page for updates.
Bookings cannot be made for this campground, and will continue to operate on a first come, first served basis.
Contact:
Great Lakes (Pacific Palms), Phone: 02 6591 0300
Events, activities and alerts at this location
| Closure | Temporary winter closure of Stewarts & Lloyds, Mungo south, White Tree Bay and Boomeri camping areas From the 6 May to the 13 September 2013, when there are fewer visitors in the park, we take advantage of the reduced demand to 'rest' some visitor areas. National Parks undertakes essential park maintenance, project work and pre-fire season hazard reduction during this time. NPWS apologies for any inconvenience.
For enquiries contact the Great Lakes Area office on 6591 0300. | Ends Friday 13 September, 12:00PM |
Brambles Green campground
Brambles Green campground one of Myall Lakes National Park’s boat accessible campgrounds, so it’s an ideal overnight stop for kayakers and canoeists paddling the lower Myall River. The campground also makes a good stop for hikers on the Brambles Green-Tamboi walk. It’s a small and secluded with a flat grassy area beside the river where you can pitch your tent or set up your bivvy.
The campground is fairly basic, so you’ll have to bring all your equipment and supplies with you. There are wood barbecues but you’ll need to bring your own wood.
Activities: swimming, fishing, stillwater canoeing/kayaking, dinghy/row boat, motor boating, paddling
Location:
shown on Along the Myall River map
Getting there: Brambles Green campground is in the Myall River precinct of Myall Lakes National Parks. It can be accessed via the lower Myall River or by foot along the Brambles Green fire trail, off Mungo Brush Road.
Facilities: wood barbecues (bring your own firewood), trackhead/access point
Water supply: No drinking water available.
Vehicle entry fee: $7 per vehicle per day.
Camping fees:
- Peak (NSW school holidays, December, January and public holiday long weekends): $10 per adult per night. $5 per child per night.
- Off-peak: $7 per adult per night. $3.50 per child per night.
Bookings: We are working to introduce an online booking system for campgrounds in Myall Lakes National Park. Please see our online bookings page for updates.
Bookings cannot be made for this campground, and will continue to operate on a first come, first served basis.
Contact:
Great Lakes (Pacific Palms), Phone: 02 6591 0300
Broughton Island campground
Camping at Little Poverty Beach is a truly special experience. Located on Broughton Island, you'll be camping amongst an active seabird colony- it’s a key breeding site for wedge-tailed shearwaters.
There are plenty of opportunities for water activities, including swimming, fishing, boating, snorkelling and scuba diving. You’ll find sandy beaches within Esmeralda Cove.
With only five campsites, you’ll feel like you own the island. The campground is fairly basic, so you’ll have to bring all your equipment and supplies with you, including water. You must book and pre-pay for a campsite prior to arriving at the island.
Activities: swimming, snorkelling, walking, sea kayaking, dinghy/row boat, sailing, motor boating, fishing
Getting there: Little Poverty Beach, Broughton Island, is part of Myall Lakes National Park. Access is by vessel only. If travelling by private vessel, you'll need to register your movements with Marine Rescue Port Stephens on marine radio prior to travel, or you can organise transport with a tour operator. Please be advised that tour operator schedules and prices vary, so it’s recommended that you contact the tour operator before booking your campsite to ensure that ferry times and costs suit your requirements.
Guided tours and ferry services run to the island by the following tour operators:
Facilities: non-flush toilets
Water supply: you'll need to bring your own water.
Camping fees: All campsites – Site fee: $30 per night (2-person inclusive), $10 per night per additional adult (16 years+), $5 per night per additional child (5-15 years), infants free (0-4 years).
Online bookings: use a secure payment facility to book online
Alternatively contact the Customer Experience Team on 13000 PARKS (13000 72757) to make a booking.
NB: All reservations incur a booking fee of 2.5% in addition to the total amount payable.
Contact:
Nelson Bay, Phone: 02 4984 8200
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| Commercial activity | Tamboi Queen Cruises  Tamboi Queen Cruises is a family owned and operated cruise company. We are the longest operating cruise company in Port Stephens and have carried over 2 million happy passengers in safety and comfort.
We offer the best dolphin and whale watch cruises in Port Stephens and private charters for functions. Our friendly and highly experienced crew members will ensure that you have the best of the experience whether it be a dolphin watching or whale watching cruise in Port Stephens, a cruise to Broughton Island or the Myall River system.
Our full-day cruise to beautiful Broughton Island is on board the fast stable power cat - MV Spirit. Enjoy guided island walks and snorkelling or just relax in the on board spa with your favourite drink. The cruise includes a buffet lunch.
More info: Tamboi Queen Cruises, Phone: 02 4981 1959 (international +612 4981 1959) | As required |
Bungaree Bay campground
This small, secluded camping area is set close to the lake shore and is surrounded by paperbark and casuarina forest. Just minutes down the road, Violet Hill has a boat ramp.
Activities: stillwater canoeing/kayaking, dinghy/row boat, trailerable sail boats, sailboards, motor boating, swimming, fishing
Location:
shown on Boolambayte Lake map
Getting there: follow The Lakes Way for 7km, turn right onto Violet Hill Road (unsealed). Continue for 8km then turn right into the camping area.
Road access: Unsealed road/trail - 2WD vehicles.
Facilities: wood barbecues (bring your own firewood), non-flush toilets
Water supply: No drinking water available.
Vehicle entry fee: $7 per vehicle per day. Or annual pass.
Camping fees:
- $10 per adult per night. $5 per child per night.
- Off-peak rate outside of NSW school holidays, December, January and public holiday long weekends: $7 per adult per night. $3.50 per child per night.
Bookings: no bookings are taken at any campgrounds - camping is on a first come, first served basis. NPWS fee collectors regularly visit camping areas to collect camping and vehicle entry fees. They also sell annual passes for extended visits.
Contact:
Great Lakes (Pacific Palms), Phone: 02 6591 0300
Cutlers Cottage (3 bedrooms, up to 6 people)
Use this charming heritage cottage as a base to explore the natural splendour of Myall Lakes National Park. With absolute water frontage, gaze across tranquil Two Mile Lake from Cutlers Cottage. It’s a great holiday option for a family or group of friends who love a nature getaway with some of the comforts of home.
Take in the beautiful bush setting as you sip your morning coffee from the outdoor setting and plan your day. With a private jetty, you can launch your own small boat/trailer sailer or canoe to explore the waterways.
Fill your days with walking and swimming, and as the sun sinks, gather together for a sunset drink on the spacious wrap-around verandah. Enjoy a meal of fresh fish at the spacious dining table and then settle in for the evening and a serenade by the local bush orchestra.
Activities: walking, stillwater canoeing/kayaking, trailerable sail boats, sailboards, motor boating
Location:
shown on Boolambayte Lake map
Getting there: Cutlers Cottage is in the Boolambayte Lake precinct of Myall Lakes National Park. To get there follow Bombah Point Road (unpaved sections) south from Bulahdelah. Just after the park entrance sign, turn left to Korsmans camping area and follow the road all the way through until reaching the locked gate.
Road access: Unsealed road/trail - 2WD vehicles.
Accommodation fees:
- Off peak (winter months - May to August): $500 per week
- Shoulder season (Feb-April and Sept-Dec - excluding school holidays): $600 per week
- Easter and other school holidays: $1,000 per week
- Christmas school holidays: $1,500 per week
Bookings: Bookings for Cutlers Cottage can be made through Ede’s Real Estate on (02) 4997 4566.
Dees Corner campground
If you’re after a boating holiday with some of the comforts of home, Dees Corner campground has it all. Nestled on the eastern edge of Bombah Broadwater, it’s a great spot to bring the boat or caravan and enjoy a family holiday with all the trimmings, in Myall Lakes National Park.
With the options for swimming, boating, fishing, and paddling, there’s bound to be something to please every member of the family. However, if you want to explore the waterways, this spacious camping spot has room for the motor boat, dinghy, or trailer sailer.
If you’re keen to roam, Rainforest walking track links to Mungo Brush campground. For a day of beach fishing, Mungo 4WD beach is only a stone’s throw away.
Activities: stillwater canoeing/kayaking, dinghy/row boat, trailerable sail boats, sailboards, motor boating, swimming, fishing, camping, birdwatching, astronomy and star gazing
Location:
shown on Bombah Broadwater map
Getting there: Dees Corner campground is in the Bombah Broadwater precinct of Myall Lakes National Park. To get there from Hawks Nest, follow (sealed) Mungo Brush Road for approximately 28km.
From Bulahdelah, take (unsealed) Bombah Point Road, using Bombah Point Ferry crossing and drive for approximately 5km.
Road access: Sealed road - 2WD vehicles.
Facilities: wood barbecues (bring your own firewood), non-flush toilets, trackhead/access point
Water supply: No drinking water available.
Vehicle entry fee: $7 per vehicle per day. Or annual pass.
Camping fees:
- Peak (NSW school holidays, December, January and public holiday long weekends): $10 per adult per night. $5 per child per night.
- Off-peak: $7 per adult per night. $3.50 per child per night.
Bookings: We are working to introduce an online booking system for campgrounds in Myall Lakes National Park. Please see our online bookings page for updates.
Bookings cannot be made for this campground, and will continue to operate on a first come, first served basis.
Contact:
Great Lakes (Pacific Palms), Phone: 02 6591 0300
Ecopoint Myall Shores Resort
Myall Shores Resort, with its range of elegant, eco-friendly accommodation, is the perfect place from which to explore the park and its excellent range of recreational activities. Take a dip in the heated free-form swimming pool, get active and try kayaking, fishing, surfing and bush walking, or take advantage of the lake in one of the resort boats.
Accommodation ranges from luxurious lake front and lake view villas with stylish eco-friendly designs, to spacious garden villas nestled amongst the beautiful native gardens of the resort.
This site was formerly Legges Camp, a holiday guesthouse from the early 1900s. The original guesthouse remains, but has been converted into the reception and manager's residence.
Both types of accommodation have air conditioning, fully equipped kitchens, polished timber floors, flat screen TV and DVD, and are serviced daily.
For further information visit:
www.myallshores.com.au or call: 02 4997 4495
Activities: stillwater canoeing/kayaking, trailerable sail boats, sailboards, motor boating, walking
Getting there: You can follow Bombah Point Road (unpaved sections) south from Bulahdelah. Alternatively, take Mungo Brush Road (sealed road – 2WD) north of Hawks Nest, using the Bombah Point Vehicle Ferry (fees apply).
Road access: Unsealed road/trail - 2WD vehicles.
Bookings: for more information visit www.myallshores.com.au or call 02 4997 4495.
Freshwater campground
This boat-based camping area is located on Two Mile Lake and features sandy beaches and shallow waters adjacent to the camping area.
Activities: stillwater canoeing/kayaking, dinghy/row boat, trailerable sail boats, sailboards, motor boating, swimming, fishing
Location:
shown on Boolambayte Lake map
Getting there: Access is by boat or foot only. It's a 2 km walk in from Mungo Brush Road (contact the park office for track details).
Facilities: wood barbecues (bring your own firewood), non-flush toilets
Water supply: No drinking water available.
Vehicle entry fee: $7 per vehicle per day. Or annual pass.
Camping fees:
- $10 per adult per night. $5 per child per night.
- Off-peak rate outside of NSW school holidays, December, January and public holiday long weekends: $7 per adult per night. $3.50 per child per night.
Bookings: no bookings are taken at any campgrounds - camping is on a first come, first served basis. NPWS fee collectors regularly visit camping areas to collect camping and vehicle entry fees. They also sell annual passes for extended visits.
Contact:
Great Lakes (Pacific Palms), Phone: 02 6591 0300
Hearts Point picnic area
Hearts Point picnic area is a lovely spot for a break in the northern edge of Myall Lakes National Park, at Neranie, that overlooks scenic Myall Lake. It’s a great spot for a family picnic on a day trip, or a pit stop while car touring in the park.
There’s a large grassy area where the kids can run around, while you cook up a feast on the free gas barbecues. Enjoy a leisurely lunch while you take in the tranquil vista. After eating, check out Neranie Headland walking track with its spectacular views and abundant birdlife, and take a stroll through the historic timber town of Neranie.
You can even launch the canoe and paddle the idyllic waterways. If you’re tempted to stay, head to nearby Neranie campground for a relaxing lakeside holiday.
Activities: picnics and barbecues, birdwatching, fishing, liloing, paddling
Location:
shown on Sugarloaf Point to Shelley Beach map
Getting there: Hearts Point picnic area is in the Myall Lakes precinct of Myall Lakes National Park. To get there:
- Turn right onto The Lakes Way just 3km north of Bulahdelah on Pacific Highway
- Drive for approximately 23km and take the right turn to Seal Rocks
- Turn right into Neranie and follow the signs to the picnic area.
Road access: Unsealed road/trail - 2WD vehicles.
Facilities: picnic tables, gas/electric barbecues (free), non-flush toilets, boat ramp, carpark, trackhead/access point
Joes Cove campground
If you yearn for a bush retreat to get you back to basics, try secluded Joes Cove campground on the shores of Two Mile Lake, in Myall Lakes National Park. Only accessible by boat or walking track, you and a couple of friends can get away from it all in your own natural hideaway.
Arriving at this tranquil spot, take in the serene water views across the lake; you might be able to make out Two Mile Sands. With only two campsites, your noisy neighbours are most likely to be the flourishing local and migratory birdlife that this park protects. A perfect opportunity for birdwatching, look for white egrets and the musk duck with its distinctive throat pouch.
At night, settle in for an evening meal, while serenaded by the local wildlife. You might even hear the tell-tale call of the plover calling across the water.
Activities: stillwater canoeing/kayaking, dinghy/row boat, trailerable sail boats, sailboards, motor boating, swimming, fishing, camping, birdwatching
Location:
shown on Boolambayte Lake map
Getting there: Joe Cove campground is in the Two Mile Sands precinct of Myall Lakes National Park. To get there from Hawks Nest, drive along Mungo Brush Road for approximately 27km.
From Bulahdelah, take the turn off to Myall Lakes National Park from Pacific Highway along the unsealed Bombah Point Road, then cross with the ferry and park on the other side of the lake.
Boat access is available from one of the park's boat ramps, and walking access is along Taits trail.
Facilities: wood barbecues (bring your own firewood), trackhead/access point
Water supply: No drinking water available.
Vehicle entry fee: $7 per vehicle per day. Or annual pass.
Camping fees:
- Peak (NSW school holidays, December, January and public holiday long weekends): $10 per adult per night. $5 per child per night.
- Off-peak rate: $7 per adult per night. $3.50 per child per night.
Bookings: We are working to introduce an online booking system for campgrounds in Myall Lakes National Park. Please see our online bookings page for updates.
Bookings cannot be made for this campground, and will continue to operate on a first come, first served basis.
Contact:
Great Lakes (Pacific Palms), Phone: 02 6591 0300
Johnsons Beach campground
When you’re ready to unplug the mobile phone and truly get away from it all, pack up the tent and load up the canoes for a trip to Johnsons Beach campground on the sandy shores of Boolambayte Lake, in Myall Lakes National Park.
Once you’ve arrived at this remote, tranquil, lakeside spot, either by boat or on foot via Old Gibber fire trail, you’ll be as far as you’d like from the crowds. Pitch your tent and sit back and unwind. Try your hand at fishing, swimming, or taking in the nearby walking tracks, keeping an eye out for the wildflowers in spring that erupt with colour. Birdwatchers will love the abundance of both native and migratory birds.
At night stoke up the campfire and cook up a feast before relaxing under the sparkling velvet blanket of stars. As you doze off to sleep, you might hear the call of the plover echoing across the waters.
Activities: swimming, fishing, stillwater canoeing/kayaking, motor boating, dinghy/row boat, trailerable sail boats, sailboards, camping, birdwatching, astronomy and star gazing
Location:
shown on Boolambayte Lake map
Getting there: Johnsons Beach campground is in the Boolambayte Lake precinct of Myall Lakes National Park. To get there from Bulahdelah:
- Drive North along Pacific Highway for approximately 3km
- Turn right and drive along The Lakes Way and drive for 7km
- Turn right onto Violet Hill Road and drive along for approximately 15km, and park at the end of the road.
Facilities: wood barbecues (bring your own firewood), non-flush toilets, trackhead/access point
Water supply: No drinking water available.
Vehicle entry fee: $7 per vehicle per day. Or annual pass.
Camping fees:
- Peak (NSW school holidays, December, January and public holiday long weekends): $10 per adult per night. $5 per child per night.
- Off-peak: $7 per adult per night. $3.50 per child per night.
Bookings: We are working to introduce an online booking system for campgrounds in Myall Lakes National Park. Please see our online bookings page for updates.
Bookings cannot be made for this campground, and will continue to operate on a first come, first served basis.
Contact:
Great Lakes (Pacific Palms), Phone: 02 6591 0300
Korsmans Landing campground
If your idea of a perfect holiday involves launching the boat or canoe and taking in the tranquil waterways, then you’ll love Korsmans Landing campground. With lovely views across Two Mile Lake, you and the family will spend your days swimming, boating, and fishing in the Two Mile Lake district of Myall Lakes National Park.
With plenty of room for the caravan or trailer, set up camp among the eucalypts and paperbarks. You might not be the only ones enjoying this scenic spot as it’s one of the few places where eastern grey kangaroos like to graze.
Push off on a boating adventure from the wharf, or ramp, and explore the vast waterways. At night settle in around the campfire and listen to the peaceful sounds of the surrounding bush.
Activities: stillwater canoeing/kayaking, dinghy/row boat, trailerable sail boats, sailboards, swimming, motor boating, fishing, paddling, sailing and boating, birdwatching, camping, astronomy and star gazing
Location:
shown on Boolambayte Lake map
Getting there: Korsmans Landing campground is in the Two Mile Lake precinct of Myall Lakes National Park. To get there from Bulahdelah:
- Turn south onto Bombah Road and travel along the partially unsealed road for 12km
- Take the left turn into Korsmans Landing
Road access: Unsealed road/trail - 2WD vehicles.
Facilities: wood barbecues (bring your own firewood), non-flush toilets, boat ramp, carpark
Water supply: No drinking water available
Vehicle entry fee: $7 per vehicle per day. Or annual pass.
Camping fees:
- Peak (NSW school holidays, December, January and public holiday long weekends): $10 per adult per night. $5 per child per night.
- Off-peak: $7 per adult per night. $3.50 per child per night.
Bookings: We are working to introduce an online booking system for campgrounds in Myall Lakes National Park. Please see our online bookings page for updates.
Bookings cannot be made for this campground, and will continue to operate on a first come, first served basis.
Contact:
Great Lakes (Pacific Palms), Phone: 02 6591 0300
Mackaway Bay campground
When you paddle across the lake to get to Mackaway Bay campground, you may well feel like you’re a castaway on a desert island. This small and secluded boat-based camping spot is located on the narrow waterway between Two Mile and Boolambayte Lakes. Sheltered from the southerly winds, this rustic campsite is perfect for an intimate nature escape for friends or couples.
Pull up in your canoe and set up your campsite among the eucalypts and paperbarks. Boil up the billy and take in the scenic lake and bush views. If you’re lucky, you might have the place to yourselves. However, you might have to share with the eastern grey kangaroos and red-necked wallabies.
Spend your days swimming and relaxing. When evening falls, stoke up the fire and cook up a meal over the flames, then fall asleep to the gentle lapping of the waters.
Activities: stillwater canoeing/kayaking, motor boating, dinghy/row boat, trailerable sail boats, sailboards, swimming, fishing, camping, birdwatching, astronomy and star gazing
Location:
shown on Boolambayte Lake map
Getting there: Mackaway Bay campground is accessed via canoe from Korsmans Landing campground in the Two Mile Lake precinct of Myall Lakes National Park. To get there form Bulahdelah:
- Turn south onto Bombah Road and travel along the partially unsealed road for 12km
- Take the left turn into Korsmans Landing
Facilities: wood barbecues (bring your own firewood)
Water supply: No drinking water available.
Vehicle entry fee: $7 per vehicle per day. Or annual pass.
Camping fees:
- Peak (NSW school holidays, December, January and public holiday long weekends): $10 per adult per night. $5 per child per night.
- Off-peak: $7 per adult per night. $3.5 per child per night.
Bookings: We are working to introduce an online booking system for campgrounds in Myall Lakes National Park. Please see our online bookings page for updates.
Bookings cannot be made for this campground, and will continue to operate on a first come, first served basis.
Contact:
Great Lakes (Pacific Palms), Phone: 02 6591 0300
Mungo Brush campground
Fire/closure alerts currently apply to this location. See details below.
Wheelchair access: medium
Assistance may be required to access this area. Wheelchair access is available to some toilet facilities in this area.
Mungo Brush campground is a popular and well known campground near Hawks Nest on the north coast.
It’s a great place to take your caravan, motorhome or tent and there are tonnes of campsites to choose from – so you’re bound to find one that suits you well.
There’s easy access to some of the park’s walking tracks, including the Mungo Brush Rainforest walk and being right on the lake means there are great opportunities to go for a kayak or canoe.
A short walk from the campground leads to the beach, where you go swimming, fishing and sailboarding. If you’re clever enough to catch a fish, you can cook it up for dinner on one of the barbecues in the campground.
Activities: stillwater canoeing/kayaking, dinghy/row boat, trailerable sail boats, sailboards, motor boating, swimming, fishing, walking, paddling, picnicking, playing and socialising
Location:
shown on Bombah Broadwater map
Getting there: Mungo Brush campground is in the Bombah Broadwater precinct of Myall Lakes National Park. To get there from Hawks Nest, take Mungo Brush Road, the campground will be on your left.
From Bulahdelah, take the turn off to Myall Lakes National Park from the Pacific Highway, then cross with the ferry and continue along Mungo Brush Road. The campground will be on your right, about 5km along the road.
Road access: Sealed road - 2WD vehicles.
Facilities: picnic tables, gas/electric barbecues, non-flush toilets, boat ramp
Water supply: Bore water is available (not suitable for drinking).
Vehicle entry fee: $7 per vehicle per day. Or annual pass.
Camping fees:
- Peak (NSW school holidays, December, January and public holiday long weekends): $10 per adult per night. $5 per child per night.
- Off-peak: $7 per adult per night. $3.50 per child per night.
Bookings: We are working to introduce an online booking system for campgrounds in Myall Lakes National Park. Please see our online bookings page for updates.
Bookings cannot be made for this campground, and will continue to operate on a first come, first served basis.
Contact:
Great Lakes (Pacific Palms), Phone: 02 6591 0300
Events, activities and alerts at this location
| Closure | Temporary winter closure of Stewarts & Lloyds, Mungo south, White Tree Bay and Boomeri camping areas From the 6 May to the 13 September 2013, when there are fewer visitors in the park, we take advantage of the reduced demand to 'rest' some visitor areas. National Parks undertakes essential park maintenance, project work and pre-fire season hazard reduction during this time. NPWS apologies for any inconvenience.
For enquiries contact the Great Lakes Area office on 6591 0300. | Ends Friday 13 September, 12:00PM |
Neranie campground
Neranie campground, on the northern shores of Myall Lakes, is a picturesque spot that caters for caravan and tent camping in Myall Lakes National Park. With plenty of activities to keep the whole family entertained, you’ll keep everyone smiling, satisfied, and ready for bed by the end of the day.
Choose between lakeside or bush camping by the banksias. The nearby sandy beaches and shallow water, with a designated swimming zone, make it ideal for little children. The older adventurers will love liloing, canoeing and boating on the calm waters.
If you fancy a stroll, try the easy Neranie Headland walking track to the historic cemetery. If you’re keen to launch the boat, the close by Hearts Point picnic area has an unsealed boat ramp.
Activities: stillwater canoeing/kayaking, motor boating, dinghy/row boat, trailerable sail boats, sailboards, swimming, fishing, walking, paddling, liloing, astronomy and star gazing, birdwatching, picnics and barbecues
Location:
shown on Sugarloaf Point to Shelley Beach map
Getting there: Neranie camground is in the Myall Lakes precinct of Myall Lakes National Park. To get there:
- Take The Lakes Way just 3km north of Bulahdelah on Pacific Highway
- Drive for approximately 23km and take the right-hand turn-off to Seal Rocks
- Turn right into Neranie and follow the signs to the campground
Road access: Unsealed road/trail - 2WD vehicles.
Facilities: picnic tables, gas/electric barbecues (free), non-flush toilets, carpark
Water supply: No drinking water available
Vehicle entry fee: $7 per vehicle per day. Or annual pass.
Camping fees:
- $10 per adult per night. $5 per child per night.
- Off-peak rate outside of NSW school holidays, December, January and public holiday long weekends:: $7 per adult per night. $3.50 per child per night.
Bookings: We are working to introduce an online booking system for campgrounds in Myall Lakes National Park. Please see our online bookings page for updates.
Bookings cannot be made for this campground, and will continue to operate on a first come, first served basis.
Contact:
Great Lakes (Pacific Palms), Phone: 02 6591 0300
Rivermouth campground
Fire/closure alerts currently apply to this location. See details below.
A beautiful and secluded spot, Rivermouth campground is an excellent stop over on a paddling adventure along Upper Myall River. Only accessed by walking, boat or kayak, it’s the perfect camping spot for adventurous types who’ll enjoy exploring the wilder remote areas of spectacular Bombah Broadwater, in Myall Lakes National Park.
Pull up in the kayak and you’ll feel like you’ve landed on a remote nature island. Pitch the tent in this scenic bush setting a short walk from the riverbank. You might hear the distinct call of the whistling kite, which makes its nest high in the she-oak branches.
As evening settles in, stoke up a campfire and cook up a well-earned feast. If you’re keen to check out the neighbours, grab a torch and look for brush-tailed possums and spotted-tail quolls. Finally, tumble into your sleeping bag and let the sounds of the river whisper you to sleep.
Activities: stillwater canoeing/kayaking, motor boating, trailerable sail boats, sailboards, dinghy/row boat, swimming, fishing, camping, birdwatching, astronomy and star gazing
Location:
shown on park map
Getting there: Rivermouth campground is in the Bombah Broadwater precinct of Myall Lakes National Park. To get there, access is via boat or a 4km walk along Rivermouth Fire Trail, near Bombah Point Road.
Facilities: wood barbecues (bring your own firewood), non-flush toilets, trackhead/access point
Water supply: No drinking water available.
Vehicle entry fee: $7 per vehicle per day. Or annual pass.
Camping fees:
- Peak (NSW school holidays, December, January and public holiday long weekends): $10 per adult per night. $5 per child per night.
- Off-peak: $7 per adult per night. $3.50 per child per night.
Bookings: We are working to introduce an online booking system for campgrounds in Myall Lakes National Park. Please see our online bookings page for updates.
Bookings cannot be made for this campground, and will continue to operate on a first come, first served basis.
Contact:
Great Lakes (Pacific Palms), Phone: 02 6591 0300
Events, activities and alerts at this location
| Closure | To complete Hazard Reduction burning To allow for the safe completion of hazard reduction burning in Myall Lakes National Park, the following trails & camping areas will be closed will be temporarily closed on Saturday 18 May:
- Sandflat trail
- Redbill trail
- Nerong Creek trail
- Burdekins trail
- River Mouth Camping Area
In addition, access to the Myall river will also be restricted - from the river mouth at Bombah Point Broadwater extending 7km upstream. | |
Shelly Beach campground
If you’re ready for a real adventure surrounded by nature, grab your canoe and head for Shelly Beach campground. This idyllic lakeside camping spot, only accessed by boat, overlooks one of Australia’s largest protected wetlands in Myall Lakes National Park.
When you pull up, you’ll know that you’ve arrived somewhere special. Pitch your tent on the edge of Myall Lake and gaze across the expanse to McGraths Island. Indulge in a spot of birdwatching, as white faced herons and darters are often seen fishing in these waters. If you’re after a walk, join the Old Gibber Road/Mining Road fire trail.
At night, after a campfire barbecue, grab the torch and check out the local wildlife such as sugar gliders and tiger quolls. When it’s time to call it a night, fall asleep to the gentle sounds of the bush.
Activities: stillwater canoeing/kayaking, motor boating, dinghy/row boat, trailerable sail boats, sailboards, fishing, swimming, walking, paddling, astronomy and star gazing, birdwatching, picnics and barbecues
Location:
shown on Sugarloaf Point to Shelley Beach map
Getting there: Shelly Beach campground is in the Myall Lakes precinct of Myall Lakes National Park. To get there, take The Lakes Way 3km north of Bulahdelah. Boat ramps are available at Violet Hill or Neranie. Walking access is via Old Gibber/Mining Road trails.
Facilities: wood barbecues (bring your own firewood), non-flush toilets, trackhead/access point
Water supply: No drinking water available.
Vehicle entry fee: $7 per vehicle per day. Or annual pass.
Camping fees:
- $10 per adult per night. $5 per child per night.
- Off-peak rate outside of NSW school holidays, December, January and public holiday long weekends: $7 per adult per night. $3.5 per child per night.
Bookings: We are working to introduce an online booking system for campgrounds in Myall Lakes National Park. Please see our online bookings page for updates.
Bookings cannot be made for this campground, and will continue to operate on a first come, first served basis.
Contact:
Great Lakes (Pacific Palms), Phone: 02 6591 0300
Sunnyside camping area
This boat-based camping area is located on the narrow stretch of water between Two Mile and Boolambayte Lakes. It is at the site of the former Sunnyside Guesthouse.
Activities: stillwater canoeing/kayaking, motor boating, dinghy/row boat, trailerable sail boats, sailboards, swimming, fishing
Location:
shown on Boolambayte Lake map
Getting there: Access is generally by boat.
Facilities: wood barbecues (bring your own firewood)
Water supply: No drinking water available.
Vehicle entry fee: $7 per vehicle per day.
Camping fees:
- $10 per adult per night. $5 per child per night.
- Off-peak rate outside of NSW school holidays, December, January and public holiday long weekends: $7 per adult per night. $3.50 per child per night.
Bookings: no bookings are taken at any campgrounds - camping is on a first come, first served basis. NPWS fee collectors regularly visit camping areas to collect camping and vehicle entry fees. They also sell annual passes for extended visits.
Contact:
Great Lakes (Pacific Palms), Phone: 02 6591 0300
Tamboi picnic area
Tamboi picnic area, near the site of historic Tamboi fishing village, takes in lovely water views in the southern Bombah Broadwater, on the western banks of Myall River. It’s an ideal pit stop on a boating adventure in the southern section of Myall Lakes National Park.
Arriving at the old wharf, moor the boat or kayak and find your land legs. Unpack a delicious lunch in the shade of the sheltered picnic tables. As you tuck in, watch for the yellow-tailed black cockatoos snacking on the fruits of the nearby she-oaks.
If you love paddling, canoe south along the tranquil Myall River for a night under the stars at Brambles Green campground.
Activities: paddling, sailing and boating, swimming, fishing, birdwatching, picnicking, playing and socialising
Getting there: Tamboi picnic area is in the Bombah Broadwater precinct of Myall Lakes National Park. To get there, access via boat from Myall River.
Facilities: picnic tables, boat ramp, trackhead/access point
Two Mile Sands campground
If you dream of getting away from it all, this remote spot might be your idea of heaven. Only accessible by boat, Two Mile Sands campground connects Bombah Broadwater and Boolambayte Lake , in the southern waterways of Myall Lakes National Park.
Paddling across Two Mile Lake, you’ll be entering a nature wonderland that’s quite literally for the birds. Black swans, white egrets and large groups of coots are often seen along the shoreline.
Arriving at the small campground, pitch your tent, boil up the billy and leave the world behind as you gaze across the lake, fringed with majestic angophoras and paperbarks.
In the evening, as you settle in with a campfire meal, the bushland and waterways will come alive with birdsong and the sunset show is bound to be spectacular.
Activities: stillwater canoeing/kayaking, motor boating, dinghy/row boat, trailerable sail boats, sailboards, swimming, fishing, walking, paddling, astronomy and star gazing, birdwatching, picnics and barbecues
Location:
shown on Boolambayte Lake map
Getting there: Two Mile Sands campground is in the Bombah Broadwater precinct of Myall Lakes National Park. To get there:
- Take Bombah Point Road from Bulahdelah
- Turn left to Korsmans Landing
Facilities: wood barbecues (bring your own firewood), non-flush toilets
Water supply: No drinking water available.
Vehicle entry fee: $7 per vehicle per day.
Camping fees:
- $10 per adult per night. $5 per child per night.
- Off-peak rate outside of NSW school holidays, December, January and public holiday long weekends: $7 per adult per night. $3.50 per child per night.
Bookings: We are working to introduce an online booking system for campgrounds in Myall Lakes National Park. Please see our online bookings page for updates.
Bookings cannot be made for this campground, and will continue to operate on a first come, first served basis.
Contact:
Great Lakes (Pacific Palms), Phone: 02 6591 0300
Violet Hill campground
Wheelchair access: medium
Assistance may be required to access this area. The toilets and wharf are accessible to visitors in wheelchairs.
If you like getting out onto the water for a spot of fishing, canoeing, kayaking, swimming or boating, then Violet Hill campground is a great spot to base yourself.
The campground sits between Boolambayte Lake and Myall Lake, near Buladelah. It’s equipped with a boat ramp, a wharf and temporary boat moorings so you’ll be able to head out onto Boolambayte Lake in a kayak or canoe, and nearby Myall Lake is a good spot for fishing.
There are campsites for tents and some for caravans or motorhomes – so you’re bound to find one that suits your camping style.
Activities: stillwater canoeing/kayaking, motor boating, dinghy/row boat, trailerable sail boats, sailboards, swimming, fishing, paddling
Location:
shown on Boolambayte Lake map
Getting there: Violet Hill campground is in the Boolambayte precinct of Myall Lakes National Park. From Bulahdelah, take The Lakes Way from the Pacific Highway for about 7km. Turn right on to Violet Hill Road, the campground is about 10km along the road.
Road access: Unsealed road/trail - 2WD vehicles.
Facilities: non-flush toilets, wood barbecues (bring your own firewood), picnic tables, boat ramp
Water supply: No drinking water available.
Vehicle entry fee: $7 per vehicle per day. Or annual pass.
Camping fees:
- Peak (NSW school holidays, December, January and public holiday long weekends): $10 per adult per night. $5 per child per night.
- Off-peak: $7 per adult per night. $3.50 per child per night.
Bookings: We are working to introduce an online booking system for campgrounds in Myall Lakes National Park. Please see our online bookings page for updates.
Bookings cannot be made for this campground, and will continue to operate on a first come, first served basis.
Contact:
Great Lakes (Pacific Palms), Phone: 02 6591 0300
Wells campground
For a relaxing holiday spent on or beside the tranquil waters of Bombah Broadwater in Myall Lakes National Park, make sure you visit Wells campground. It’s a perfect spot for a family holiday with space for caravans or tents.
The still waters make it ideal for canoeing, paddling, and motor boating. You can even bring a trailer sailer for a day on the lakes. The kids will love the shallow waters for swimming and the brackish water is good for fishing.
Nestled among the she-oaks on the eastern shores, this delightful spot is one of the few places you can have a campfire. So, at the end of a brilliant day, stoke up the fire and barbecue your catch.
When the evening settles in, enjoy the bush symphony under a blanket of stars. Tumble into your sleeping bag with the contented feeling that you can wake up and do it all over again.
Activities: stillwater canoeing/kayaking, motor boating, dinghy/row boat, trailerable sail boats, sailboards, swimming, fishing, birdwatching, camping, astronomy and star gazing
Location:
shown on Bombah Broadwater map
Getting there: Wells campground is in the Bombah Broadwater precinct of Myall Lakes National Park. To get there from Hawks Nest, follow (sealed) Mungo Brush Road for approximately 30km.
From Bulahdelah, take (unsealed) Bombah Point Road, using Bombah Point Ferry crossing and drive for approximately 4km.
Road access: Sealed road - 2WD vehicles.
Facilities: wood barbecues (bring your own firewood), non-flush toilets, carpark
Water supply: No drinking water available.
Vehicle entry fee: $7 per vehicle per day. Or annual pass.
Camping fees:
- Peak (NSW school holidays, December, January and public holiday long weekends): $10 per adult per night. $5 per child per night.
- Off-peak: $7 per adult per night. $3.50 per child per night.
Bookings: We are working to introduce an online booking system for campgrounds in Myall Lakes National Park. Please see our online bookings page for updates.
Bookings cannot be made for this campground, and will continue to operate on a first come, first served basis.
Contact:
Great Lakes (Pacific Palms), Phone: 02 6591 0300
White Tree Bay campground
Fire/closure alerts currently apply to this location. See details below.
If you’re into birdwatching, you’ll be in your element at White Tree Bay campground. Located on the eastern shore of Bombah Broadwater, it’s only a short drive north of Newcastle and a great place to camp. Pitch your tent or park the caravan in a clearing fringed with majestic paperbarks, then immerse yourself in the watery wonderland of the Myall Lakes National Park.
From the comfort of your temporary park home, you’ll hear the unmistakable call of the yellow-tailed black cockatoo or the musical currawong. The nearby Bombah Broadwater attracts huge numbers of migratory birds and you might see gannets diving for fish. It’s about 1.5km to Mungo Beach, and the long Old Gibber Road/Mining Road fire trail is perfect for mountain biking and hiking.
As the sun goes down, head to White Tree Bay picnic area right on the lake, cook up a barbecue meal, sit back and enjoy the symphony of birdsong at sunset.
Activities: stillwater canoeing/kayaking, motor boating, dinghy/row boat, trailerable sail boats, sailboards, swimming, fishing, walking, road cycling, birdwatching, picnics and barbecues
Location:
shown on Bombah Broadwater map
Getting there: White Tree Bay campground is in the Bombah Broadwater precinct of Myall Lakes National Park. To get there:
- Take Bombah Point Road from Bulahdelah
- Cross on the Bombah Point ferry
- Follow onto Mungo Brush Road and follow the signs
From Bulahdelah, take the turn off to Myall Lakes National Park from the Pacific Highway, then cross with the ferry and continue along Mungo Brush Road. The campground will be on your right, about 5km along the road.
Road access: Sealed road - 2WD vehicles.
Facilities: picnic tables, non-flush toilets, gas/electric barbecues (free), carpark
Water supply: No drinking water available.
Vehicle entry fee: $7 per vehicle per day.
Camping fees:
- $10 per adult per night. $5 per child per night.
- Off-peak rate outside of NSW school holidays, December, January and public holiday long weekends: $7 per adult per night. $3.50 per child per night.
Bookings: We are working to introduce an online booking system for campgrounds in Myall Lakes National Park. Please see our online bookings page for updates.
Bookings cannot be made for this campground, and will continue to operate on a first come, first served basis.
Events, activities and alerts at this location
| Closure | Temporary winter closure of Stewarts & Lloyds, Mungo south, White Tree Bay and Boomeri camping areas From the 6 May to the 13 September 2013, when there are fewer visitors in the park, we take advantage of the reduced demand to 'rest' some visitor areas. National Parks undertakes essential park maintenance, project work and pre-fire season hazard reduction during this time. NPWS apologies for any inconvenience.
For enquiries contact the Great Lakes Area office on 6591 0300. | Ends Friday 13 September, 12:00PM |
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