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Mountain Arm Camp Area (code reqd)

Campground

Contact

Big Yango Precinct, New South Wales / ACT.

npws.wollemiyengo@environment.nsw.gov.au

nationalparks.nsw.gov.au/camping-and-accommodation/campgrounds/mountain-arm-campground

Description

Grab a spot on the gently sloping grass and set up camp after an easy drive from Sydney or Newcastle. Only accessible by 4WD, Mountain Arm campground is a peaceful and remote rustic camping site which offers a great family getaway within Yengo National Park, near Windsor. If you've got an off-road caravan or trailer, bring it along, otherwise set up the tent. Choose your spot beside the creek for a tranquil location amidst brilliantly flowering wattles before you set out to explore. The creek next to this campground tends to only hold water after rain, but the lovely big trees along the creek offer shade and plenty of birdlife to watch. There are trails for bushwalking and mountain biking nearby, and Big Yango loop trail offers excellent 4WD touring. You might spot a wombat or swamp wallaby, or even a goanna when the weather is warm. Sites are unpowered and generators are permitted as long as due consideration is given to other visitors. Generators may be used between 10am and 8pm. Bookings are required. Book online or call the National Parks Contact Centre on 1300 072 757. 4WD vehicles are required to access the campground. 32km of unsealed roads, including 3km of 4WD-only access. There are 3 causeway crossings; please check depths before crossing and depths can vary. Check the weather before you set out as the road to Mountain Arm campground can become boggy when it rains No pets.