Top 10 National Park campgrounds near Katoomba, NSW
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Top 10 National Park campgrounds near Katoomba, NSW

NSW Katoomba national park
Australia has some of the most beautiful national parks in the world. Here are our favourite 10 national park campgrounds near Katoomba.

#9 Colo Meroo

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Set in a stunning natural landscape, Colo Meroo is a must-visit spot located just two hours from Sydney. There are plenty of activities to enjoy including swimming, picnicking, and exploring the national parks. Facilities on-site include free toilets and allocated sites for camping. Plus, you can build a campfire to enjoy a night under the stars. All-in-all, Colo Meroo is the perfect spot for a weekend getaway.

Colo Meroo Access Track, Upper Colo, NSW
1 hour 18 minutes (81.8 km) drive from Katoomba
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  • ✓ Free
  • ✓ Toilets
  • ✓ Allotted Site
  • ✓ National Parks
  • ✓ Phone Reception
  • ✓ Swimming
  • ✓ Allows fires
  • ✓ Telstra 4G
  • ✓ Optus 4G
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#8 Capertee campground

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Beautiful views, clean and spacious grounds, toilets, BBQ areas, caravans and camper trailers allowed, cabins available, walking trails, and fires permitted - what more could you ask for in a campground? Capertee is definitely worth a visit for a memorable camping experience.

Unnamed Rd, Bogee, New South Wales
1 hour 9 minutes (81.4 km) drive from Katoomba
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  • ✓ Toilets
  • ✓ BBQ Areas
  • ✓ Allotted Site
  • ✓ Caravans
  • ✓ Camper Trailers
  • ✓ National Parks
  • ✓ Car
  • ✓ Cabins Available
  • ✓ Walking Trails
  • ✓ Allows fires
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#7 Cattai National Park campground

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Beautiful location with lots of wildlife and great fishing on the Hawkesbury River. Hot showers and toilets, plenty of tables and taps, fire pits and BBQs. Campers can bring tents, swags, caravans, or camper trailers. National Park vehicle pass is $16, and camping is $12 per person. Clean showers and toilets, spacious campsites and swimming nearby. Kookaburras in the morning. Please clean up after yourself and put food away. Fire ban may be in place, so call before hand. Nice place for families.

Cattai Road Cattai campground Pitt Town NSW 2756
1 hour 22 minutes (80.5 km) drive from Katoomba
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  • ✓ Toilets
  • ✓ BBQ Areas
  • ✓ Next to car
  • ✓ Caravans
  • ✓ Camper Trailers
  • ✓ National Parks
  • ✓ Hike in
  • ✓ Car
  • ✓ Disabled Access
  • ✓ Showers
  • ✓ Phone Reception
  • ✓ Walking Trails
  • ✓ Allows fires
  • ✓ Telstra 4G
  • ✓ Optus 4G
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#6 Wheeny Creek

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Wheeny Creek is perfect for a weekend getaway from Sydney. It offers free amenities such as toilets and caravans, as well as camper trailers for those looking to stay a little longer. The National Park is perfect for swimming, and allows fires for those looking to have a barbecue. The creek is only two hours away, making it a great option for a quick escape. Reviews are overwhelmingly positive, with many praising its serene atmosphere and convenient location.

1121 Comleroy Rd, Kurrajong, New South Wales
1 hour 22 minutes (77.9 km) drive from Katoomba
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  • ✓ Free
  • ✓ Toilets
  • ✓ Caravans
  • ✓ Camper Trailers
  • ✓ National Parks
  • ✓ Swimming
  • ✓ Allows fires
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#5 Bents Basin State Conservation Area

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A tranquil oasis in Sydney, Bents Basin is perfect for a day trip or weekend away. The area has all the amenities you need, such as toilets, drinking water, BBQ areas, and caravans and camper trailers. There are also plenty of activities, like fishing, walking trails, swimming and even allowing fires. All this, and it's only two hours from Sydney! Reviewers say it's a beautiful place, and very good.

525 Wolstenholme Ave, Greendale, New South Wales
1 hour 14 minutes (76.3 km) drive from Katoomba
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  • ✓ Toilets
  • ✓ Drinking Water
  • ✓ BBQ Areas
  • ✓ Next to car
  • ✓ Caravans
  • ✓ Caravans
  • ✓ Camper Trailers
  • ✓ National Parks
  • ✓ Hike in
  • ✓ Car
  • ✓ Disabled Access
  • ✓ Firewood for sale
  • ✓ Phone Reception
  • ✓ Garbage
  • ✓ Hiking
  • ✓ Fishing
  • ✓ Walking Trails
  • ✓ Swimming
  • ✓ Allows fires
  • ✓ Telstra 4G
  • ✓ Optus 4G
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#4 Bents Basin campground

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Beautiful drive through Mulgoa and Wallacia with 12pm check in. Lovely spot to set up camp with fire pits and plenty of kindling. Hot showers and flushable toilets available. Spot kangaroos, kookaburras and ducks as you walk down the trail. Nearby lake with a rush of water through rocks into the lake. Pink and purple sky coming over the mountains in the morning. Unspectacular campground, but big and not crowded. Fires allowed. Waterville nearby for swimming. Lookout back over Sydney. Undercover area if weather bad. Kitchen with fridge for larger groups. Clean toilets and showers with hot water.

525 Wolstenholme Ave, Greendale NSW 2745
1 hour 11 minutes (75.5 km) drive from Katoomba
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  • ✓ Toilets
  • ✓ Drinking Water
  • ✓ BBQ Areas
  • ✓ Next to car
  • ✓ Short walk to car
  • ✓ Caravans
  • ✓ Camper Trailers
  • ✓ National Parks
  • ✓ Hike in
  • ✓ Car
  • ✓ Disabled Access
  • ✓ Firewood for sale
  • ✓ Showers
  • ✓ Phone Reception
  • ✓ Garbage
  • ✓ Hiking
  • ✓ Fishing
  • ✓ Walking Trails
  • ✓ Swimming
  • ✓ Allows fires
  • ✓ Telstra 4G
  • ✓ Optus 4G
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#3 Six Foot Walking Trail Camp Area

The Blue Mountains is perfect for campers looking for a scenic spot to explore. This camp area boasts free access to National Parks, pristine walking trails, and non-drinking water. Plus, it has toilets for convenience. Many visitors have left positive reviews about this area, citing its beautiful views, friendly staff, and peaceful environment. If you're looking for a great camping spot in the Blue Mountains, the Six Foot Walking Trail Camp Area is a great choice.

Six Foot Track via Jenolan Caves Rd, New South Wales
55 minutes (60.9 km) drive from Katoomba
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  • ✓ Free
  • ✓ Toilets
  • ✓ National Parks
  • ✓ Water (Non Drinking)
  • ✓ Walking Trails
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#2 Dunphys campground

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Free campground with beautiful views of the valley and Megalong Valley. Toilets, BBQ, water and allows fires. Suitable for caravans, campers and tents. Great bush walks, kangaroos and wildlife. Free automatic gas BBQ plate. Washing up facilities and fire pits. Drive in can be tricky for 2wd. Highly recommended for all!

Bellbird Ridge Firetrail, Megalong Valley, New South Wales
41 minutes (32.3 km) drive from Katoomba
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  • ✓ Free
  • ✓ Toilets
  • ✓ BBQ Areas
  • ✓ Camper Trailers
  • ✓ National Parks
  • ✓ Walking Trails
  • ✓ Allows fires
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#1 Small Campsite

Located in the beautiful Blue Mountains, this campsite offers free camping, walking trails, and various national parks in the area. Fires are allowed, and the site is only two hours away from Sydney. Non-drinking water is available. Reviews state that the campsite is clean, safe, and well maintained, with friendly staff and plenty of activities to enjoy.

Rodriguez Pass Walking Track, Blue Mountains National Park, New South Wales
20 minutes (15.1 km) drive from Katoomba
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  • ✓ Free
  • ✓ National Parks
  • ✓ Water (Non Drinking)
  • ✓ Walking Trails
  • ✓ Allows fires
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