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Cattai campground

Cattai National Park

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Visitor info

All the practical information you need to know about Cattai campground.

Getting there and parking

Cattai campground is located in Cattai National Park. To get there, take Wisemans Ferry Road, Cattai and look for the turn off at Caddie Road. Follow the signs to the campground.

Access to the campground is along both sealed and unsealed road sections accessible by 2WD vehicles. Camping is only permitted in the campground which is at the far end of the main picnic area.

Road quality

  • Mixture of sealed and unsealed roads

Vehicle access

  • 2WD vehicles

Weather restrictions

  • All weather

Parking

Parking is available in the campground.

Best times to visit

Cattai National Park is a great place to visit all year round. Head to the park for a winter picnic in the sun or a family camping holiday during spring. Walking and bike riding are popular autumn activities in the park and summer is perfect for boating and paddling along the river.

Weather, temperature and rainfall

Summer temperature

Average

16°C and 30°C

Highest recorded

42.5°C

Winter temperature

Average

3°C and 18°C

Lowest recorded

-7.2°C

Rainfall

Wettest month

January

Driest month

September

The area’s highest recorded rainfall in one day

309.4mm

Facilities

  • Campsites are unmarked and suitable for tents, camper trailers, campervans and caravans.
  • The campground has a maximum occupancy of 200 campers.
  • The water available at Cattai campground needs to be treated before drinking.
  • There is no power in the campground.
  • Please take all rubbish with you when you leave.
  • There are no boat launching facilities in this park.

Amenities

There's a camp kitchen with barbecues and washing up facilities.

Toilets

  • Flush toilets

Barbecue facilities

Fires are allowed in designated barbecues or portable off-the-ground barbecues.

  • Wood barbecues (bring your own firewood)

Showers

  • Hot showers

Maps and downloads

Safety messages

Camping safety

Whether you're pitching your tent on the coast or up on the mountains, there are many things to consider when camping in NSW national parks. Find out how to stay safe when camping.

Fire safety

During periods of fire weather, the Commissioner of the NSW Rural Fire Service may declare a total fire ban for particular NSW fire areas, or statewide. Learn more about total fire bans and fire safety.

Fishing safety

Fishing from a boat, the beach or by the river is a popular activity for many national park visitors. If you’re planning a day out fishing, check out these fishing safety tips.

Mobile safety

There is mobile phone coverage at the campground.

Paddling safety

To make your paddling or kayaking adventure safer and more enjoyable, check out these paddling safety tips.

River and lake safety

The aquatic environment around rivers, lakes and lagoons can be unpredictable. If you're visiting these areas, take note of these river and lake safety tips.

Wildlife safety

Keep yourself and our wildlife safe by understanding the risks of wildlife encounters and how to avoid them.

Accessibility

Disability access level - medium

  • Assistance may be required to access this area
  • The campground is mostly flat, with grass and gravel terrain, making it moderately wheelchair-accessible.
  • There is an accessible toilet at the main amenities block.

Prohibited

  • Don't empty chemical toilets into campground amenities.
  • Don't empty caravan grey water into the ground.

Gathering firewood

Chainsaws are not permitted

Generators

Pets

Pets and domestic animals (other than certified assistance animals) are not permitted. Find out which regional parks allow dog walking and see the pets in parks policy for more information.

Smoking

NSW national parks are no smoking areas.

Cattai campground

Park info

  • in Cattai National Park in the Sydney and surrounds region

  • Cattai National Park is open 8am to 6pm from May to August and 8am to 8pm from September to April. The park may have to close at times due to poor weather or fire danger.

  • Park entry fees:

    $8 per vehicle per day (including motorbikes). Day passes are available from on-park pay machines that accept coins and credit cards, and you can also pay for your visit via the Park’nPay app.

    Buy annual pass