Gap Creek campground – Watagans National Park (FC)

There are a total of 3 sites at this location. The location is suitable for Camper Trailers, Camping beside my vehicle, and Tents.

Gap Creek campground is perfect for families and adventure travellers alike. The natural setting is outstanding, with colourful plant life, like red cedars and blue gums, coupled with amazing birdlife like lyrebirds as your backdrop. It’s impossible not to feel relaxed here, particularly in late summer when the rainforest is cool and quiet.

For something truly spectacular, the Gap Creek walking track can be traced to the impressive Gap Creek waterfall, cascading more than 40m after heavy rains – so don’t forget your camera. The trees provide plenty of shade for that afternoon nap to wind down after an adventurous day.

Alternative camping spots can be found at Bangalow campground, an easy 1km down the road.

SITE ACCESS
Unsealed road/trail – 2WD vehicles – 4WD required in wet weather.
Gap Creek campground is in north eastern section of Watagans National Park. To get there:
Take the Cessnock exit off the F3 (Freemans Waterhole). Turn right onto Freemans Drive Cooranbong then right onto Mount Faulk Road into the park. Turn left into Bangalow Road
It’s approximately 4.8km from the turnoff past Bangalow camping area.

Please note: GPS Co-Ordinates are approximate and provided in most cases to get you as close to the camp site as possible, or to the National Park entrance. Once inside the park there should be signs to the actual camp grounds. Failing this please check with National Parks for further directions.

FEES & BOOKINGS
No Fees or Booking are applicable to this site.
Some National Parks require Fees to Enter the Park. For full details see PASSES & FEES.
To book your site please use either the booking link below if provided, or visit the National Parks web site.

FACILITIES
Gas/electric barbecues (free), Wood barbecues (bring your own firewood), Picnic tables, Non-flush toilets. Rubbish bins are provided.

RULES
Campsites at Gap Creek campground are not suitable for large groups.
Water is not available at this campground, so you’ll need to bring your own supply for drinking and cooking.
This is a remote campground, so please make sure you arrive well prepared.
Firewood is not provided and may not be collected from the park, so you’ll need to bring your own supply.
Sites are not powered.. Generators are not permitted in this campground. Check the weather before you set out as the road to this campground can become boggy when it rains.
No domestic animals allowed. No mobile phone coverage from this location.

The rules listed above pertain to this particular camp site. For more detailed information direct from the National Parks web site, please click on the relevant links below.
PARK CLOSURES, FIRE SAFETY, CAMPING , SAFETY IN NATIONAL PARKS

We are still in the process of obtaining more information about this site.

Data & Photos courtesy of: NSW National Parks & Wildlife Service
Updated: 160415RC