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Gales Flat campground

Morton National Park

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Visitor Info

All the practical information you need to know about Gales Flat campground.

Getting there and parking

Gales Flat campground is in Morton National Park. Access to the campground is walk-in only along Griffins walking track, which has parking at the top and bottom trailheads.

To get there via Jacks Corner:

  • From Moss Vale Road, head west along Bendeela Road for 11km.
  • As you go past the pondage, the road will become Jacks Corner Road. Continue on Jacks Corner Road until you reach the Morton National Park trailhead gate at the bottom of Griffins walking track. This is known as Jacks Corner.
  • There are 3 spaces at Jacks Corner where you can park your car
  • From here, you’ll need to walk Griffins walking track 9.8km to the campground.

To get there via Meryla Pass:

  • From Moss Vale, head towards Nowra on Yarrawa Road.
  • Turn right onto Meryla Road and follow it 16km through Meryla State Forest to the top of Griffins walking track. This is known as Meryla Pass.
  • There is an informal carpark at Meryla Pass where you can leave your car
  • From here, you’ll need to walk Griffins walking track 1.2km down a steep descent to the campground.

Road quality

  • Mixture of sealed and unsealed roads

Vehicle access

  • No vehicle access

Weather restrictions

  • 4WD required in wet weather

Parking

  • There are 3 parking spaces at Jacks Corner and there is informal parking at Meryla Pass.
  • Please do not block management gates when you park your car.

By bike

You can reach the campground via mountain bike along Griffins walking track.

Facilities

  • There is no drinking water at this campground
  • There are no rubbish bins at this campground. Please take your rubbish with you when you leave.
  • This campground has no toilets. Please bury all toilet waste by digging a hole at least 15cm deep and 100m away from any watercourses.

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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.

Cycling safety

Hundreds of cyclists head to our national parks for fun and adventure. If you're riding your bike through a national park, read these mountain biking and cycling safety tips.

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).

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 - no wheelchair access

Permitted

Cycling

Fishing

A current NSW recreational fishing licence is required when fishing in all waters.

Prohibited

Camp fires and solid fuel burners

Gathering firewood

Generators

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.

Gales Flat campground

Park info

  • in Morton National Park in the South Coast and Country NSW regions

  • Morton National Park is always open but may have to close at times due to poor weather or fire danger.

    Parts of the south-eastern area of this park were once used for military training and may contain unexploded artillery shells. These areas have restrictions in place for your safety.

  • Park entry fees: 

    Fitzroy Falls: $4 per vehicle per day. Bundanoon area: $8 per vehicle per day. The park has pay machines - cash and cards accepted.

    Buy annual pass

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