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Jersey Cave

Yarrangobilly area in Kosciuszko National Park

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All the practical information you need to know about Jersey Cave.

Getting there and parking

Heartbreak Hill campground is in the northern precinct of Parr State Conservation Area. To get there:

  • From Wisemans Ferry, take the Webbs Creek Ferry and turn right on the other side
  • Follow St Albans Road for approximately 5km
  • Turn left in to Webbs Creek Road and continue for approximately 250m up the hill
  • Womerah Range trail begins at the crest on the right hand side 

Alternatively, if beginning from Putty Road:

  • From Colo Heights, follow Putty Road north
  • After approximately 25km look for the Womerah Range trail on the right

The trail to the campground requires a good level of fitness. It is steep and sometimes sandy, and can be a challenging experience, especially if you’re cycling. It is not recommended for elderly or very young campers.

Parking

Parking is available at Webbs Creek Road and Putty Road entrances. The campground is approximately 15km from Webbs Creek Road and 30km from Putty Road.

You'll need to carry all your camping equipment and drinking water from the park entrance to the campground.

Facilities

The nearest flush toilets are located next to Yarrangobilly Caves Visitor Centre. There's a non-flush toilet at Jillabenan Cave carpark, a further 300m up the one-way Cave Tour Loop Road.

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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.

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).

Accessibility

Disability access level - no wheelchair access

Not wheelchair-accessible.

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.

Map of Jersey Cave, Yarrangobilly Caves, Kosciuszko National Park. Image: OEH Book now

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