Gentlemans Halt (Boat & Walk-in) campground – Marramarra National Park (FC)

The location is suitable for Remote/backpack camping.

It’s believed that Governor Phillip camped at Gentlemans Halt in 1789 during his explorations of Hawkesbury River. Today, you’ll find it very much the same – picturesque and remote bushland with great views across the river, and not a soul in sight. It’s a 10km walk in, but it’s worth it for the serenity when you arrive. The hike itself along Canoelands Ridge walking track is spectacular. You’ll see the beautiful ridge top colours of iconic Hawkesbury sandstone and remarkable views of Hawkesbury River. Once you arrive, it’s time to relax and recharge. Look out across Hawkesbury River while sea-eagles and wedge-tail eagles soar above. You might also see lyrebirds and bandicoots who often visit at dusk and dawn.

Gentlemans Halt is also a great place to explore by water. Paddle in by kayak and canoe, or anchor your boat and enjoy a night sleeping under the stars in this back-to-basics campground, north of Sydney.

SITE ACCESS
Sealed road – 2WD vehicles – All weather.
Gentlemans Halt campground is in the northern precinct of Marramarra National Park. To get there:
Follow the directions to the park via Canoelands Road. Continue driving on Canoelands Road until you see the carpark on your left. Leave your car here and walk along the management trail for 8km.
Turn left onto the walking track and follow for 2km before you arrive at the campground. You can also access the campground by boat from Hawkesbury River – there’s a timber wharf at the campground located roughly opposite the community of Spencer.

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
Fees & Bookings are not applicable for this campground.

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
Picnic tables, Fire rings (bring your own firewood).

RULES
Sites are not marked.
This campground is suitable for 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.
Rubbish bins are not available, so please take rubbish with you when leaving.

The rules listed above pertain to this particular camp site. For more detained 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 courtesy of: NSW National Parks & Wildlife Service
Updated: 160415RC