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Bummaroo Ford campground

Abercrombie River National Park

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Overview

The easily accessible Bummaroo Ford campground is set on the Abercrombie River, near Oberon. This family-friendly camping spot has swimming, hiking and canoeing.

Accommodation Details
Number of campsites 15
Camping type Tent, Camper trailer site, Caravan site, Camping beside my vehicle
Where 6790 Abercrombie Road, Paling Yards, NSW, 2795 - in Abercrombie River National Park
Facilities Toilets
What to bring Drinking water, cooking water
Price There are no camping fees at this campground but a $6 booking fee applies.
Group bookings Bookings for up to 9 sites and 40 people can be made online. School groups and commercial tour operators can submit a group booking enquiry form.
Please note
  • Sites are not marked.
  • This is the preferred location for caravan camping in this State Conservation Area.

Get away from city life at the riverside Bummaroo Ford campground. This family-friendly camping spot is the only place in Abercrombie River National Park where you can bring your caravan or trailer.

Take a hike along the Abercrombie River, but take your swimmers with you – when the weather’s warm and the water levels are high, you’ll definitely want to take a dip. It’s also a great place for paddling if you’ve got a canoe or kayak.

During the spring, the beautiful golden wattles and red and yellow callistemons (bottlebrushes) along the river come into flower, bringing feeding birds with them. It’s certainly a time of new life around here – it’s also the season you’ll hear frogs singing by the water. All year round, you’re likely to see kangaroos and wallabies near the campsite. Sit quietly by the waterholes at dusk and you might also see a platypus.

For directions, safety and practical information, see visitor info

 

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