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Ghost Gully campground

High Plains area in Kosciuszko National Park

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Visitor info

All the practical information you need to know about Ghost Gully campground.

Getting there and parking

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    From Turramurra:

    • Enter the park from Bobbin Head Road, at North Turramurra.
    • This is a good route to Bobbin Head and Appletree Bay.

    From Mt Colah or Asquith:

    • Enter the park from Ku-ring-gai Chase Road, off the Pacific Motorway. Or from Belmont Parade if you are driving from Mount Colah.
    • This gives you easy access to the large parking areas and picnic facilities at Bobbin Head and Appletree Bay.

    From Terrey Hills or Church Point:

    • Enter the park from McCarrs Creek Road.
    • This leads to Liberator General San Martin Drive, where you'll find the picnic areas and facilities of Illawong Bay and Akuna Bay.
    • It also gives access to West Head Road, West Head.

    Please note, you cannot reach The Basin campground or Barrenjoey Lighthouse directly by car.

    Park entry points

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    Road quality

    • Sealed roads

    Vehicle access

    • 2WD vehicles

    By bike

    Check out the Bicycle information for NSW website for more information.

    By public transport

    For information about public transport options, visit the NSW transport info website.

    Facilities

    • Rubbish bins are not available – please take rubbish with you when leaving.
    • Creek water is available at this campground – you’ll need to treat or boil it before drinking.
    • Firewood is not provided, but deadfall timber may be collected from the park (chainsaws not permitted).

    Toilets

    • Non-flush toilets

    Barbecue facilities

    • Fire rings (bring your own firewood)

    Maps and downloads

    Safety messages

    Alpine safety

    Alpine areas present special safety issues. Conditions can be extreme and may change rapidly, particularly in winter. It’s important to be prepared and find out how to stay safe in alpine areas.

    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

    Dial Triple Zero (000) in an emergency. Download the Emergency Plus app before you visit, it helps emergency services locate you using your smartphone's GPS. Please note there is limited mobile phone reception in this park and you’ll need mobile reception to call Triple Zero (000).

    Permitted

    Horses

    Camping with horses is permitted at this campground.

    Prohibited

    Drones

    Flying a drone for recreational purposes is prohibited in this area. Drones may affect public enjoyment, safety and privacy, interfere with park operations, or pose a threat to wildlife. See the Drones in Parks policy.

    This area may be a declared Drone Exclusion Zone, or may be subject to Civil Aviation Safety Authority (CASA) rules for flying near airports, aerodromes and helicopter landing sites. See CASA's Drone Flyer Rules.

    Commercial filming and photography

    Commercial filming or photography is prohibited without prior consent. You must apply for permission and contact the local office.

    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.

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