Small Trips

MYALL RIVER CAMP | Hawks Nest, NSW

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Myall River Camp is a spacious campground situated on the Myall River.  The sites are grassy and if you are lucky enough you may even snag a riverfront spot. This campground is an ideal place for swimming, boating, kayaking and fishing. There is a boat ramp and a shallow beach area for the kids to safely swim. WHERE IS IT? Myall River Camp is around 85kms north of Newcastle and a short 5 minutes from the township of Hawks Nest in NSW. CAMP FEES $25 per car/campsite - OFF [Read more...]

Camp on Allyn | East Gresford

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** Info and pics updated June 2020 CAMP ON ALLYN - EAST GRESFORD is in the Hunter Region of NSW and sits on the Allyn River.  This campground opened in 2017 and the owners, Tom and Robyn, really have done a great job transforming this farm paddock into the beautiful country campground that it is. WHERE IS IT? Camp on Allyn is located on Gresford Road, East Gresford, around 70kms north west of Newcastle. Click on map to open in Google Maps CAMP FEES  $10 per person per night [Read more...]

Korsmans Landing Camping Area | NSW

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KORSMANS LANDING CAMPING AREA is located within Myall Lakes National Park in New South Wales. WHERE IS IT? The campground is easily accessible by taking the Bulahdelah Exit from the Pacific Highway and then a short 13km along Bombah Point Road will have you there.  Bombah Point Road does turn to dirt halfway along but it is a good road. CAMP FEES $8 per car per day.  You can purchase an Annual Park Pass and there are a number of different passes available dependent on where you [Read more...]

Bridge Reserve Campground | CLARENCE TOWN, NSW

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BRIDGE RESERVE is a council owned camping ground located in the small rural town of Clarence Town.   The camping ground sits on the banks of the Williams River around 55km north west of Newcastle. The Reserve has large grassy unpowered sites.  There is ample room at this campground, however it does get quite busy during holidays and long weekends so best to call and book.  There are a few campsites right on the river and plenty more by the fence under the shade of the [Read more...]

Lane Cove River Tourist Park

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If you are heading to Sydney and want to get away from the hustle and bustle of the city, Lane Cove River Tourist Park is a fantastic option!   WHERE IS IT? Lane Cove River Tourist Park is located on Plassey Road, Macquarie Park. The park is set within Lane Cove National Park and is a very peaceful spot to base yourself for a weekend of city exploring.   With the airport not too far away, the planes do fly overhead but we didn't see this as a problem... the kids thought it was great!! [Read more...]