Lake Yarrunga campgrounds: Kangaroo River

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Number of campsites	16
Camping type	Tent, Remote/backpack camping
Facilities	Toilets, unpowered sites, unmarked sites, boat ramp
What to bring	Drinking water, cooking water, fuel stove, ice, toilet paper, torch, food supplies, first aid kit, topographic map, gps, compass, personal locator beacon, insect repellent, sunscreen
Price	There are no camping fees at this campground but a $6 booking fee applies.
Group bookings	Book up to 15 people or 3 sites online. For larger groups, make a group booking enquiry.
Trip Intention Form	Are you planning a bushwalk, going somewhere remote or where the weather is extreme? It's a good idea to let someone know where you're going. Fill in a trip intention form to send important details about your trip to your emergency contact.
Please note	You are booking an unassigned campsite. If your preferred camping area is full, please move to another campsite along the river.  Only camp within the designated camping areas for your safety Book early, these campgrounds are popular in summer Be aware that sites have been impacted by wildfire. Trees and branches may fall.  Campsites may be impacted by flood debris. This may mean moving to another higher campsite. Be flexible.  This area is part of the Sydney Water Drinking catchment so fires are not permitted. You might want to avoid the cooler months. Some campsites are still closed due to fire damage. Check alerts for closures.

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When you really want to escape and recharge, try peaceful riverside camping at Lake Yarrunga. Starting from Tallowa Dam, launch your canoe or kayak and paddle north-east (upstream on the Kangaroo River towards Kangaroo Valley) through tranquil valleys and patches of forest.

It’s an ideal flat water kayaking adventure for beginner paddlers and families because there are no powered boats or rapids. This area was once a ‘wild’ river and was dammed to provide water for Sydney and Nowra.

Spend your days on the water meandering through the creeks, tributaries and gorges. Azure kingfishers can be seen close to water’s edge all year round and you might spot water dragons diving off into the water when they have company. Wake up to birdsong and catch the sunrise before paddling back to civilisation.

For directions, safety and practical information, see visitor info

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