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Tom Groggin campground

Khancoban area in Kosciuszko National Park

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Visitor info

All the practical information you need to know about Tom Groggin campground.

Getting there and parking

Tom Groggin campground is in the Khancoban area of southern Kosciuszko National Park. To get there:

From Jindabyne (Snowy Region Visitor Centre):

  • Drive 3km along Kosciuszko Road towards the national park
  • Turn left on to Alpine Way and follow for 55km
  • Turn left at the signs to Tom Groggin campground, onto National trail
  • After around 360m turn right to reach the campground

From Khancoban Visitor Centre:

  • Follow Alpine Way into the national park for around 52km
  • Turn right at the signs to Tom Groggin campground, onto National trail
  • After around 360m turn right to reach the campground

Road quality

All 2WD vehicles need to carry snow chains in winter, between June and October long weekends, on:

  • Kosciuszko Road (to Perisher)
  • Guthega Road
  • Alpine Way between Thredbo and Tom Groggin

Snow chains are recommended for all vehicles driving in the park, including 4WD and AWD, in the event of extreme weather. Read our snow driving in Kosciuszko tips.

Alpine Way is steep, narrow and winding between Khancoban and Thredbo. Watch out for minor rock falls, especially after rain.

  • Mixture of sealed and unsealed roads

Vehicle access

  • 2WD vehicles

Weather restrictions

  • Snow chains required after snow

Parking

There's parking in a hard-packed ground carpark at the campground. You can also park at your campsite.

Facilities

Drinking water isn't available in this area.

Toilets

There are two sets of accessible non-flush toilets at the campground. You'll need to cross over hard-packed ground and grass to reach them.

  • Non-flush toilets

Picnic tables

There are accessible picnic tables set on concrete slabs and surrounded by grass. There may be a small lip from the grass onto the slabs that the tables sit on.

Barbecue facilities

  • Fire rings (bring your own firewood)

Step-free access

There's step-free access around the campground, but there are no pathways. You'll need to cross over hard-packed ground and grass to reach the campground's facilities.

Some parts of the campground may be slightly sloped, with a maximum gradient of 1:14.

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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).

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.

Accessibility

Disability access level - medium

  • The campground is step-free, but there are no pathways.
  • You'll need to cross over flat grass and hard-packed ground to reach the facilities.
  • Some parts of the campground may be slightly sloped, with a maximum gradient of 1:14.
  • There are accessible picnic tables set on concrete slabs and accessible toilets.

Permitted

Fishing

You can fish in rivers and streams between the October and June long weekends. A current NSW recreational fishing licence is required to fish in all waters. Fishing in dams and lakes is permitted year-round, but some waterways may close temporarily or have restrictions. Refer to the NSW Recreational Freshwater Fishing Guide for information.

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.

Horses

You can't camp with horses in this main campground, but you can camp with horses at the nearby Tom Groggin horse camp.

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. The alpine resorts of Thredbo, Perisher, Charlotte Pass, Selwyn, Ski Rider and Kosciuszko Tourist Park are exempt, though some commercial and outdoor places within these resorts may have no smoking areas.

Tom Groggin campground

Park info

Visitor centre

  • Khancoban Visitor Centre
    2 Scammel Street, Khancoban NSW 2642
  • Winter (June to September): Open 9am to 4pm Monday to Friday and 10am to 2pm on weekends. Rest of year: Open 9am to 4pm daily. Closed Christmas Day.
  • 02 6070 8400