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Cambewarra Range Nature Reserve

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Visitor info

All the practical information you need to know about Cambewarra Range Nature Reserve.

Getting there and parking

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    From Kangaroo Valley:

    • Head east along Moss Vale Road
    • At the top of Cambewarra Mountain, turn left onto Tourist Road for Cambewarra lookout or turn right onto Leebold Hill Road for Red Rocks trig and Browns Mountain.

    Park entry points

    • Cambewarra Range Nature Reserve turnoff See on map

    Road quality

    • Unsealed roads

    By bike

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

    By public transport

    Cambewarra Range Nature Reserve is not accessible by public transport.

    Best times to visit

    There are lots of great things waiting for you in Cambewarra Range Nature Reserve. Here are some of the highlights.

    Autumn

    Autumn can be cool, so it's a good time for taking a drive in the park or warming up on a brisk hike up to a trig station.

    Spring

    This is a great season for walking, picnicking, cycling and enjoying the scenic views and wildflowers along the way.

    Summer

    Due to the moderate climate of this area, summer is also a great time to go hiking and cycling in the park. Find a shady place for a picnic along the way.

    Winter

    Lower temperatures are a great excuse for exploring the natural beauty of this area from the warmth and comfort of your car.

    Weather, temperature and rainfall

    Summer temperature

    Average

    12°C and 25.3°C

    Highest recorded

    38.3°C

    Winter temperature

    Average

    1.8°C and 12.5°C

    Lowest recorded

    -6.4°C

    Rainfall

    Wettest month

    June

    Driest month

    September

    The area’s highest recorded rainfall in one day

    333mm

    Maps and downloads

    Safety messages

    However you discover NSW national parks and reserves, we want you to have a safe and enjoyable experience. Our park and reserve systems contrast greatly so you need to be aware of the risks and take responsibility for your own safety and the safety of those in your care.

    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).

    Prohibited

    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.

    Cambewarra Range Nature Reserve

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    Nearby towns

    Kangaroo Valley (13 km)

    Kangaroo Valley is a National Trust-listed village nestled between the Cambewarra and Barrengarry mountains. Less than two hours from Canberra and Sydney, Kangaroo Valley is one of the state's hidden gems. With a backdrop of rainforest greens, picturesque mountains, rolling pastures, lush valleys, and the Kangaroo River, Kangaroo Valley offers the perfect escape from the bustle of city life.

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    Nowra (16 km)

    Nowra is a historic city and the commercial heart of the Shoalhaven. It's on the Shoalhaven River close to beaches and national parks.

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    Berry (25 km)

    Berry is an attractive and stylish village. Rustic and sophisticated its surrounded by rich dairy country below the coastal escarpment.

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