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

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

#10 Bonnie Vale Campground

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A great getaway spot with plenty of amenities and activities. Toilets, drinking water, BBQ areas, and allotted sites for caravans and camper trailers. National parks nearby and hot showers to wash off the sand. Saw deer exploring the camp sight at night. Beautiful views and a safe swimming area with paddle boards and kayak hire. Bundeena is an easy 20 minute walk away. Perfect for families with kids, close to Sydney yet peaceful.

Royal National Park, Sea Breeze Lane, Audley NSW 2232
1 hour 28 minutes (105.4 km) drive from Richmond
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  • ✓ Toilets
  • ✓ Drinking Water
  • ✓ BBQ Areas
  • ✓ Allotted Site
  • ✓ Caravans
  • ✓ Camper Trailers
  • ✓ National Parks
  • ✓ Showers
  • ✓ Phone Reception
  • ✓ Swimming
  • ✓ Telstra 4G
  • ✓ Optus 4G
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#9 North Era campground

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Beautiful views, peaceful waves, no fires allowed. Drop toilets only, no water on site. Great coastal walk midweek, lovely and peaceful. Well maintained toilets, bring own water. Incredible hike from lookout, peaceful and private. Perfect for a camping getaway.

Garie Beach Rd, Lilyvale NSW 2508,
1 hour 17 minutes (93.9 km) drive from Richmond
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  • ✓ Toilets
  • ✓ Allotted Site
  • ✓ National Parks
  • ✓ Hike in
  • ✓ Phone Reception
  • ✓ Walking Trails
  • ✓ Swimming
  • ✓ Telstra 4G
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#8 Gentlemans Halt campground

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Amazing spot for a getaway! Paddling in by kayak takes 3.5hrs and the views are stunning. Fire pits, clean toilets and a nearby trail to a lookout. No mobile reception but a great spot to watch the sunset. Be aware of golden orb weavers while walking, use a stick to keep them away!

Gentlemans Halt Track, Canoelands, New South Wales
1 hour 20 minutes (80.3 km) drive from Richmond
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  • ✓ Free
  • ✓ Toilets
  • ✓ BBQ Areas
  • ✓ National Parks
  • ✓ Hike in
  • ✓ Phone Reception
  • ✓ Fishing
  • ✓ Walking Trails
  • ✓ Swimming
  • ✓ Allows fires
  • ✓ Telstra 4G
  • ✓ Optus 4G
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#7 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
1 hour 8 minutes (67 km) drive from Richmond
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  • ✓ Free
  • ✓ National Parks
  • ✓ Water (Non Drinking)
  • ✓ Walking Trails
  • ✓ Allows fires
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#6 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
49 minutes (48 km) drive from Richmond
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  • ✓ Toilets
  • ✓ Drinking Water
  • ✓ BBQ Areas
  • ✓ Next to car
  • ✓ Short walk to car
  • ✓ Caravans
  • ✓ Caravans
  • ✓ Camper Trailers
  • ✓ National Parks
  • ✓ Hike in
  • ✓ Car
  • ✓ Disabled Access
  • ✓ Showers
  • ✓ Phone Reception
  • ✓ Garbage
  • ✓ Hiking
  • ✓ Fishing
  • ✓ Walking Trails
  • ✓ Swimming
  • ✓ Allows fires
  • ✓ Telstra 4G
  • ✓ Optus 4G
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#5 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
47 minutes (47.2 km) drive from Richmond
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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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#4 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
29 minutes (30.1 km) drive from Richmond
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  • ✓ Free
  • ✓ Toilets
  • ✓ Allotted Site
  • ✓ National Parks
  • ✓ Phone Reception
  • ✓ Swimming
  • ✓ Allows fires
  • ✓ Telstra 4G
  • ✓ Optus 4G
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#3 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
33 minutes (28.8 km) drive from Richmond
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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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#2 Burralow Creek campground and picnic area

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Free, Toilets, BBQ Areas, Camper Trailers, National Parks, Phone Reception, Walking Trails, 4WD Trails, Allows fires, 2 hours from Sydney. Big open area, easy and pleasant walk to the glow worm tunnel. No swimming holes but fire pits available. Steep descent in, chilly in Winter. 10 minute hike to the waterfall at night to see glowworms. Quiet mid week. On Air Force flight path, sounds of chirping birds in the morning. Waze led us to Patterson Range gate (roadworks) but take Burralow Road. Network connection available.

169 Burralow Rd, Sydney, New South Wales
44 minutes (26.4 km) drive from Richmond
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  • ✓ Free
  • ✓ Toilets
  • ✓ BBQ Areas
  • ✓ Next to car
  • ✓ Camper Trailers
  • ✓ National Parks
  • ✓ Hike in
  • ✓ Phone Reception
  • ✓ Hiking
  • ✓ Walking Trails
  • ✓ 4WD Trails
  • ✓ Allows fires
  • ✓ Optus 4G
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#1 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
33 minutes (26.2 km) drive from Richmond
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  • ✓ Free
  • ✓ Toilets
  • ✓ Caravans
  • ✓ Camper Trailers
  • ✓ National Parks
  • ✓ Swimming
  • ✓ Allows fires
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