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Camping Plus bring you our little guide to the top 5 camping spots in northern NSW that will be sure to impress every kind of camper – whether you prefer roughing it or glamping. There are a number of camp sites available near to woody head camping ground ranging from the more comfortable (suited to caravans and families), to more remote sites with minimal facilities.
1. Woody Head Campground - Bundjalong National Park
One of our top picks for a camping trip in Northern NSW is the Woody Head Campground in Bundjalong National Park. This beautiful campground accommodates both caravans and tents and is definitely not ‘roughing it’; with paved roads, padded tent sites, hot showers, drinking water, a kiosk, toilets and barbecues on site. If you are after a campsite with some comfort, this is definitely a good choice. This said, the park is within Bundjalong national park, the rocky shore and ocean surrounding the sites is excellent and feels untouched by humans – great for some fishing and if there’s swell maybe even surfing. Note that the sites are not very shaded or private. If you’re planning on camping here, we would recommend taking a gazebo, such as the Oztrail Deluxe Gazebo for some added shade, especially in the hotter months.
Getting there:
Woody Head campground is in the Iluka precinct of Bundjalung National Park. From the North, take the Iluka Road turnoff, 72km south of Ballina on Pacific Highway. Drive along Illuka Road, through Woombah, over the Esk River Bridge for 13km, then follow the signs to Bundjalung National Park and Woody Head campground.
- Camping Type -caravan, tent, trailer
- Number of sites -94
- Price -$$$
- Wildlife -lots of wallabies
- Drinkable Water -yes
- Showers -yes (with hot water)
- Toilet -yes (flushable)
- Picnic Tables -yes
- Fires Permitted -yes (weather permitting)
- Dogs Allowed -no
2. Boorkoom Camp Ground - Yuragir National Park
Boorkoom is another of our favourite camping spots in Northern NSW its positioned on Wilsons Headland near Wooli. This beautiful, secluded spot is located on a grassy headland and features ocean views from your tent. A great spot for camping, fishing and a surf if there’s swell. Note that this spot doesn’t allow fires and doesn’t have any showers. Only a limited number of spots are available here and you cannot book, so you should get in early to claim your spot. The headland is also a great spot for watching the annual whale migration.
Getting there:
Off the Pacific Highway, a short drive south of Grafton, turn left at Eight Mile Lane and follow it until it becomes Wooli Road. Continue about 30km. Turn left at Diggers Camp Road and then continue for 7km to the site.
- Camping Type -caravan, tent, trailer
- Number of sites -10
- Price -$
- Wildlife -dolphins, whales, wallabies
- Drinkable Water -no
- Showers -no
- Toilet -yes (compostable)
- Picnic Tables -no
- Fires Permitted -no
- Dogs Allowed -no
3. Black Rocks Camp Ground - Bundjalong National Park
Our third recommendation is Black Rocks campground, this is a great spot tucked in behind the dunes and between the banksias at Ten Mile Beach. This campground offers great private spots and plenty of shade for the family and is right on the beach.
Getting there:
Black Rocks campground is in the Black Rocks precinct of Bundjalung National Park. Access to Black Rocks campground is via Tuckombil Road and The Gap Road, near the town of Woodburn. The turnoff to Tuckombil Road is 2km south of the southern end of the town of Woodburn. Follow Tuckombil Road south for 1.8km, then turn left onto The Gap Road. Black Rocks campground is 20km south along The Gap Road.
Getting there:
Off the Pacific Highway, a short drive south of Grafton, turn left at Eight Mile Lane and follow it until it becomes Wooli Road. Continue about 30km. Turn left at Diggers Camp Road and then continue for 7km to the site.
- Camping Type -caravan, tent, trailer
- Number of sites -50
- Price -$
- Wildlife -wallabies
- Drinkable Water -no
- Showers -no
- Toilet -yes
- Picnic Tables -yes, some
- Fires Permitted -yes (weather permitting)
- Dogs Allowed -no
4. Yamba Camping Grounds - Blue Dolphin
4. Yamba Camping Grounds – Blue Dolphin
For those after a more family friendly and comfortable camping environment, you can camp right in the town of Yamba at the Blue Dolphin. This 15 acre property features cabins, caravan sites and tent sites, both powered, and unpowered. The locality of this spot is great, and features two pools, river frontage, and plenty of activities for kids, however it is a busier park and offers a tourist park environment.
Getting there:
Follow the M1 south until it becomes the A1 (Pacific Motorway), then you just take the Yamba exit onto Yamba Road. The park is located on Yamba Road in Yamba.
- Camping Type -cabins, rooms, tent, trailer, caravan
- Number of sites -150
- Price -$$
- Wildlife -birdlife
- Drinkable Water -yes
- Showers -yes
- Toilet -yes
- Picnic Tables -yes
- Fires Permitted -no
- Dogs Allowed -yes
5. Angourie Camping (Shelley Head)
Our most adventurous recommendation is Shelley Head campground in Yuraygir National Park, which is a walk in camping site, situated on the Yuraygir coastal walk, offering superb fishing and swimming near Angourie. This spot is near Shelley Caves and Little Shelley Beach, where you can swim, fish and explore. It’s a perfect spot for adventurous walkers looking for a remote nature getaway, as it’s a 6km walk south of Angourie! No bookings required, just walk in and claim your spot. If you’re keen to do walk in camping check out Camping Plus’s great lightweight tents such as the Oztrail Razorback Hiking Tent which is perfect for walk in camping with its lightweight and simple up design. Better yet it’s on sale now for just $179!
Getting there:
Shelley Head campground is within Yuraygir National Park. To get there via Lake Arragan campground Take Pacific Highway north from Grafton for about 35km. Continue for about 18km and then follow signs for Lake Arragan or Red Cliff campgrounds. Shelley Head campground is a 7km walk north from Lake Arragan (follow the signs).
- Camping Type -walk in – remote camping
- Number of sites -10
- Price -FREE
- Wildlife -wallabies, dolphins, whales
- Drinkable Water -no
- Showers -no
- Toilet -no
- Picnic Tables -yes
- Fires Permitted -yes
- Dogs Allowed -no
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