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Eckerboon Lake campground and picnic area

Langidoon-Metford State Conservation Area

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Visitor Info

All the practical information you need to know about the Eckerboon Lake campground and picnic area.

Getting there and parking

From Wilcannia:

  • Travel west along the Barrier Highway for 130km.
  • The entrance to the reserve is on your right (north), around 12.5km past Little Topar rest area and service station.
  • After you enter the park travel along Langidoon-Metford Scenic Drive for 17km.
  • Turn right onto Eckerboon Lake Campground Road and travel 500m. The campground will be on your right. Take the furthest entrance into the campground after the stand of trees.

From Broken Hill:

  • Travel east along the Barrier Highway for 65km.
  • The entrance to the reserve is on your left (north), around 12.5km before Little Topar rest area and service station.
  • After you enter the reserve, travel along Langidoon Metford Scenic Drive for 17km.
  • Turn right onto Eckerboon Lake Campground Road and travel 500m. The campground will be on your right. Take the furthest entrance into the campground after the stand of trees.

Road quality

10-20mm or more of rainfall will likely result in the reserves roads being closed to all vehicles. Access may be restricted to 4WD vehicles.

  • Unsealed roads

Vehicle access

  • Most roads suitable for 2WD vehicles

Weather restrictions

  • Dry weather only

Parking

Parking is available at the campground.

Facilities

Toilets

  • Non-flush toilets

Picnic tables

Barbecue facilities

  • Gas/electric barbecues (free)
  • Fire rings (bring your own firewood)

Carpark

Maps and downloads

Safety messages

Bushwalking safety

If you're keen to head out on a longer walk or a backpack camp, always be prepared. Read these bushwalking safety tips before you set off on a walking adventure in national parks.

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.

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).

Outback safety

Safety is of high priority in outback areas. In summer, temperatures can reach up to 50°C in some places. Food, water and fuel supplies can be scarce. Before you head off, check for road closures and use our contacts to stay safe in the outback.

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

Some minor difficulties, such as a grassy surface. You may require a little assistance to get around in some areas.

Permitted

Camp fires and solid fuel burners

Generators

Please don't run your generator late into the evening or throughout the night.

Prohibited

Vehicles must remain on designated open public roads. No off-road 4WDs or use of management trails or fire trails.

Gathering firewood

Horses

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.

Eckerboon Lake campground and picnic area

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