Wheelchair-friendly campgrounds
Bonnie Vale campground (74 sites)
Wheelchair access: medium
This area can be accessed with some assistance
- Wheelchair accessible toilets
Bonnie Vale is a family-friendly campground located between Bundeena and Maianbar at the park’s north end. This popular riverside campground is known for its large sand spit, which makes it a great swimming spot.
Whether you choose to pitch a tent or bring your caravan, you’re sure to have a comfortable stay at Bonnie Vale. The campground is equipped with flush toilets, hot showers and drinking water, so you won’t need to rough it, although all sites are unpowered.
Go fishing at nearby Jibbon Beach, enjoy a barbecue by the sea or hike along Royal National Park’s long list of walking tracks. On weekends, you can even hire a kayak and paddle in the Hacking River.
Activities: swimming, camping
Location:
shown on park map
Getting there: Bonnie Vale campground is located on Sea Breeze Lane, Bundeena, in Royal National Park. On entering the park at Loftus, drive 25km from the entrance towards Bundeena. Travel along Bundeena Drive and turn left onto Sea Breeze Lane. For backpack campers it’s possible to take the ferry from Cronulla and arrive on foot via a 15 minute walk from Bundeena wharf.
Facilities: picnic tables, gas/electric barbecues, flush toilets, hot showers, drinking water
Online bookings: use a secure payment facility to book online
Alternatively, please 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.
Events, activities and alerts at this location
| Commercial activity | Bundeena Kayaks  The waters off Bundeena and the Royal National Park in the south of Sydney truly are a paddling paradise. Kayaking is a perfect way to explore this stunning area, with long stretches of sandy swimming beaches, secluded picnic areas and breathtaking scenery.
Bundeena Kayaks offers a selection of kayaking activities, including self-guided kayak hire, guided kayaking tours and kayaking fitness sessions. Bundeena can be reached by either car or public transport (20 minute ferry ride from Cronulla).
More info: Bundeena Kayaks, Phone: 02 9544 5294 or 0419 254 981 (international +612 9544 5294, +61419 254 981) | As required |
| Commercial activity | Sydney Coast Walks  Sydney Coast Walks are the Sydney walking people. With some of the city's best natural beauty only accessible on foot, Sydney Coast Walks provides expertly guided half day, full day and overnight hiking adventures through Sydney Harbour and Royal National Parks, enabling guests to reconnect with nature in Australia's largest city. Small groups, maximum 12 guests, for a better walking experience.
Sydney Harbour National Park Walking Tours
Royal National Park Walking Tours
- Jibbon Aboriginal Tour Learn the traditions of the Dharawal Aboriginal people, view thousand-year-old rock carvings and listen to Dreaming stories.
- Marley Explore Royal's majestic sandstone coastline on a full day walk.
- Wattamolla (Coast Track) Discover awe-inspiring views and fascinating history as you hike the iconic Coast Track. Enjoy a fully catered and supported camping experience.
When: year-round. Bookings essential. More info: Sydney Coast Walks, Phone: 02 8521 7423 (international +612 8521 7423) | As required |
| Commercial activity | Understand Down Under  1 Day Royal National Park Eco-tour
Your beach and wilderness escape. If you only have one day in Sydney, then this should be it!
Understand Down Under (UDU) invites you on a journey of discovery. Have fun while using all your senses to actively learn about:
- Plants and their traditional uses
- Australian and Aboriginal culture
- Local history and geology
- Australian birds and wildlife
Australia's oldest national park: The Royal National Park is Sydney's hidden secret. It's renowned for its beautiful and diverse natural landscapes, its abundant wildlife and unique local history. It is more than just bush and rainforest - Royal National Park boasts a beautiful coastline and is only 30km away. Instead of sitting on a bus, relax or have fun at the beach.
1 Day Royal National Park Highlights
The UDU mini-bus will take you on a 1 day adventure with a great mix of active discovery & serene relaxation:
- Where it all started, Audley is full of history and fantastic birdlife;
- Discovery Eco-walk - explore the magical Wattamolla. Learn how to live in Australia's bushland and hear dreaming stories;
- Relax over a delicious, uniquely Australian picnic lunch overlooking the Royal's many beaches
- Garie Beach - plenty of time to swim, play Aussie beach games, relax or sunbake. For the more adventurous, climb to the cliff-top for a breathtaking panoramic view
- Throw boomerangs and spears alongside the Hacking River
- Tranquil bushwalk through temperate rainforest
- Afternoon tea with awe-inspiring views from Bald Hill; home to Lawrence Hargraves, Australia's pioneer of flight
- Grand Pacific Drive - take time to see this incredible area, including the distinctive Sea Cliff Bridge
More info: Understand Down Under, Phone: 0448 388 687 (international +61448 388 687) | . |
Wheelchair-friendly places
Audley Room Function Centre
Wheelchair access: easy
The Audley Room is upstairs from the Royal National Park Visitor Centre and is wheelchair accessible.
When you’re looking for a venue filled with character and heritage charm, look no further than Audley Room Function Centre. Set within Royal National Park on the banks of picturesque Hacking River, it’s the perfect spot for weddings, corporate functions, and elegant high teas.
Sip champagne and nibble gourmet canapés with your guests, while the helpful staff organise the rest, allowing you to focus on the important things. Whether you’re exchanging vows or organising a social or corporate event, the natural bush setting and scenic river views from the shady verandah make it both an elegant and relaxing venue.
Check out the delicious catering options to suit every occasion online at Audley Room and create an event to remember.
Getting there: On entering Royal National Park:
- From Farnell Avenue at Loftus, follow Audley Road down to Hacking River. The visitor centre is on Lady Carrington drive just after crossing the weir.
- From McKell Avenue at Waterfall, follow Sir Bertram Stevens Drive all the way, and Audley Room Function Centre is the last building on the left before crossing the weir.
Road access: Sealed road - 2WD vehicles.
Opening hours: Audley Room Function Centre has variable opening times. Please call (02) 9542 6066 for further information.
Venue hire: See details
Contact:
The Audley Room, Phone: 02 9542 6066
Bungoona lookout
Wheelchair access: easy
A concete path of approximately 500m suitable for wheelchairs, strollers and children's bicyles.
Bungoona Path meanders along the ridgetop to a scenic lookout over the Hacking River.
Activities: sightseeing, day walking, picnics and barbecues
Location:
shown on Audley map
Ironbark Flat picnic area
Wheelchair access: easy
This area is fully wheelchair accessible
- Royal National Park Visitor Centre, Weir Cafe, and the pavilion are all accessed via a level concrete path from Triangle carpark.
- The Audley Room is accessible from the parking area at the front of the Dancehall on Sir Bertram Stevens Drive
When it’s time for a weekend getaway, pack the car and gather the family for a day trip to Ironbark Flat picnic area in Royal National Park. Near the picturesque Audley Weir, this pretty spot is wheelchair accessible from Weir Cafe and Royal National Park Visitor Centre.
When you arrive, you’ll know why you’re in one of Sydney’s most popular weekend destinations. On the peaceful banks of scenic Hacking River, you’ll feel the stresses of the week fall away. Spark up a barbecue and cook up a feast while the kids play on the big grassy areas.
After lunch there’s the option to hire canoes and go paddling, stretch your legs on Uloola walking track, or check out the views from Bungoona lookout. If all you want is relaxation, simply lie back in the shade and soak up the tranquillity of this riverside setting.
Activities: picnics and barbecues, birdwatching
Location:
shown on Audley map
Getting there: Ironbark Flat picnic area is in the Audley precinct of Royal National Park. To get there, drive through Audley and follow the signs to the visitor centre.
Road access: Sealed road - 2WD vehicles.
Facilities: picnic tables, gas/electric barbecues (free), trackhead/access point
Royal National Park Visitor Centre
Wheelchair access: easy
This area is fully wheelchair accessible.
- The visitor centre, Weir Cafe and pavillion are accessible via a concrete pathway from Triangle carpark (on the southern side of the weir, adjacent to the toilet facilities).
- The Audley Room is accessible from the parking area at the front of the dancehall on Sir Bertram Stevens Drive.
Call into the newly-refurbished Royal National Park Visitor Centre, located on the ground floor of the Audley dancehall. Here you can pick up a Royal National Park map and find more information to help you make the most of your visit.
Not sure which walk to take? The centre can provide a list of all the walking tracks in the park – from the easy to the more challenging – along with details of other trails, routes and personal recommendations.
Plus, with various arts and crafts for sale, Royal National Park Visitor Centre is also the place to go if you’d like to take home a souvenir of your visit.
Activities: paddling, picnics and barbecues, walking
Location:
shown on Audley map
Getting there: On entering Royal National Park:
- from Farnell Avenue at Loftus, follow Audley Road down to the Hacking River, the visitor centre is on Lady Carrington Drive just after crossing the weir
- from McKell Avenue at Waterfall, follow Sir Bertram Stevens Drive all the way, the visitor centre is the last building on the left before crossing the weir
Road access: Sealed road - 2WD vehicles.
Opening hours: 8.30am-4:30pm daily (closed Christmas Day)
Facilities: picnic tables, gas/electric barbecues, flush toilets, drinking water
Contact:
Royal National Park visitor centre, Phone: 02 9542 0648
Weir Café
Wheelchair access: easy
This area is fully wheelchair accessible
It took two years and a multi-million dollar refurbishment, but when Audley Dance Hall at Audley Weir reopened in 2011, Weir Café quickly made it the destination for visitors looking for a bite to eat in Royal National Park. Set amid native bushland with views over Hacking River, the café is a perfect place to kick back over breakfast or a hearty lunch. Birds forage on the lawn and rowboats drift across the river, with leaves falling from the trees in autumn. Royal National Park has always been a popular destination for Sydneysiders, and this is one more reason to make the pilgrimage out from the city.
For a sample menu or for more information go to www.weircafe.com.au
Activities: picnics and barbecues, birdwatching, paddling, sailing and boating
Location:
shown on Audley map
Getting there: On entering Royal National Park:
- From Farnell Avenue at Loftus, follow Audley Road down to Hacking River. The visitor centre is on Lady Carrington Drive just after crossing the weir.
- From McKell Avenue at Waterfall, follow Sir Bertram Stevens Drive all the way. The visitor centre is the last building on the left before crossing the weir.
Road access: Sealed road - 2WD vehicles.
Opening hours: Weir Café is:
- open 8:30am – 5:30pm (Monday – Friday)
- open 8:30am – 7pm (Saturday – Sunday)
Facilities: picnic tables, cafe/kiosk, flush toilets, drinking water, public phone, trackhead/access point, venue, visitor centre, carpark
Bookings: Phone: (02) 9542 6222 (Weir Café) and (02) 9542 6066 (The Audley Room)
Email: reservations@weircafe.com.au
Website: www.weircafe.com.au and www.audleyroom.com.au
Wheelchair-accessible tracks and trails
Bungoona lookout and path
- 500m
Wheelchair access: easy
This area is fully wheelchair accessible.
Walking (easy, 30 minutes)
General information
Round up the family and head to Royal National Park for a leisurely day by picturesque Hacking River, near Audley. Wheelchair accessible Bungoona lookout is a perfect first stop with great opportunities for picnicking and birdwatching.
Bungoona path meanders to the ridgetop and a scenic lookout with a lovely panorama of the river and surrounding park. It’s a view worth sharing with young and old, and the concrete path is specifically designed for prams and wheelchairs. Enjoy a relaxing riverside picnic at nearby Reids Flat picnic area. Keep an eye out for yellow-tailed cockatoos and lorikeets feasting in the banksias.
If you’re keen to know more about the activities on offer in Australia’s oldest national park, drop in to Royal National Park Visitor Centre for information on walking tracks, picnic areas and camping.
Plant communities: heathlands
Location:
shown on Audley map
