Tom Groggin campground – Kosciuszko National Park (FC)

The location is suitable for Caravans, Camper Trailers, Camping beside my vehicle, and Tents.

The road between Thredbo and Khancoban is not recommended for vehicles towing large caravans.

Tom Groggin campground is set on the banks of the upper Murray River in the southern precinct of Kosciuszko National Park. There’s plenty of room for relaxed camping in open informal areas in a lovely valley setting with stunning mountain and riverside backdrops. It’s a great camping location if you’re doing a car tour of Kosciuszko National Park and the surrounding high country areas, as it’s easily accessible for 2WD vehicles off Alpine Way. The weather conditions are also generally milder in the valley than areas of Kosciuszko National Park at higher elevations.

The campground provides access and a base camp for horse riders, mountain bikers and bushwalkers tackling the iconic Bicentennial trail. It’s also an ideal spot for car touring to nearby sites, including Thredbo Alpine Village.

The campground and surrounding open grassland areas in the valley are home to a large population of resident eastern grey kangaroos. Emus, echidnas, brush-tailed possums, lyrebirds, kookaburras, flame robins, crimson rosellas and grey currawongs can all also be spotted regularly around the campground.

SITE ACCESS
Unsealed road/trail – 2WD vehicles – Snow chains required after snow.
Alpine Way is steep, narrow and winding between Khancoban and Thredbo. Watch out for minor rock falls, especially after rain.
Tom Groggin campground is in the southern precinct of Kosciuszko National Park. To get there: From Jindabyne (Snowy Region Visitor Centre):
Drive 3km along Kosciuszko Road towards Perisher. Turn left at Alpine Way then drive 55km along Alpine Way.

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 and Bookings are not applicable at this campground. Park use fees for Kosciuszko National Park apply. Permits available in Khancoban, Jindabyne or Alpine Way Vehicle Entrance Station at Bullocks Flat.

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
Between the June and October long weekends, 2WD vehicles are required to carry snow chains.
Strong currents are present in this section of Murray River – take care in the water and please supervise children at all times.
Check the weather before you set out as the road to this campground can become boggy when it rains.
Domestic animals may not be brought into this campground.
Drinking water is limited or not available in this area, so it’s a good idea to bring your own.
It can be a busy place on the weekend, so parking might be limited.
If you’re bushwalking in this park, it’s a good idea to bring a topographic map and compass, or a GPS.
The weather in the area can be extreme and unpredictable, so please ensure you’re well-prepared for your visit.
This park or attraction is in a remote location, so please ensure you’re well-prepared, bring appropriate clothing and equipment, and advise a family member or friend of your travel plans.
There is limited/no mobile reception in this park.

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

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Data & Photos courtesy of: NSW National Parks & Wildlife Service
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