Saltwater Creek campground – Ben Boyd National Park (CG)

There are a total of 14 sites at this location. The location is suitable for Camper Trailers, Camping beside my vehicle, and Tents.

If you love remote and intimate camping, far from the crowds, you’ll love the dramatic coastal setting of Saltwater Creek campground in Ben Boyd National Park, on the far south coast. Not far from Eden, it’s the perfect getaway for nature-loving campers keen to escape the hustle and bustle of the modern world.

Once you’ve set up the tent among the rough barked apple gums, head to the pristine beach for a swim, a surf, or try your hand at fishing. There are several shallow lagoons perfect for the little ones or a spot of paddling. The campsite is a stopover on the famous Light to Light walk so take your hiking boots if you want to explore on foot.

The nearby bush is alive with wildlife all year round. You could see possums, bandicoots, red-necked wallabies, goannas, pythons and lyrebirds. Dolphins are often seen surfing the waves as whales pass by on their annual migration.

SITE ACCESS
Unsealed road/trail – 2WD vehicles – All weather.
Saltwater campground is in the central precinct of Ben Boyd National Park. To get there: Turn off Princes Highway onto Edrom Road 18km south of Eden. After 6km turn right into Green Cape Road and drive for approximately 8km. Turn left into Duckhole Road and drive for 4km then turn right into Saltwater Creek Road for another 4km.

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
Vehicle entry fee: $7 per vehicle per day. Please note vehicle entrance fees are not included in your accommodation or camping fees. Purchase at the local office or buy an annual pass online.
Camping. $20 per night (2-person inclusive). $10 per night per additional adult (16 years+), $5 per night per additional child (5-15 years), infants free (0-4 years).
This is a popular campground. Reservations can be made for any arrival within the next 12 months. The sites may only be occupied by the number of people specified in the reservation.
Maximum length of stay at Saltwater Creek campground is 2 weeks. Check-in time 12pm. Check-out time 10am.

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.

RULES
Sites are marked and unpowered.
This is a remote campground, so please make sure you arrive well-prepared.
There is no mobile phone coverage at the campground. It can be intermittent along the access road.
There are rainwater tanks at Saltwater Creek campground, but it’s advisable to bring your own water. Generators are not permitted. NSW national parks are now no smoking areas.
Pets are not permitted.
Check the weather before you set out as the road to Saltwater Creek campground can become slippery when it rains.
Ticks can be an issue during certain times of the year. Please ensure you check for them regularly.
Strong rips and currents may be present at nearby beaches and beaches are not patrolled, so take care in the water and please supervise children at all times.
Please don’t feed any of the wild animals that may frequent the campground. Keep all food and rubbish stored away to prevent wildlife taking it.

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