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Ngarigo campground

Thredbo-Perisher area in Kosciuszko National Park

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Visitor info

All the practical information you need to know about Ngarigo campground.

Getting there and parking

Ngarigo campground is in the alpine area of Kosciuszko National Park. To get there:

  • Leave Jindabyne on Kosciuszko Road
  • Turn left onto Alpine Way after 3km
  • Continue around 23km then turn right at the sign for Ngarigo campground.

Road quality

All 2WD vehicles need to carry snow chains in winter, between June and October long weekends, on:

  • Kosciuszko Road (to Perisher)
  • Guthega Road
  • Alpine Way between Thredbo and Tom Groggin

Snow chains are recommended for all vehicles driving in the park, including 4WD and AWD, in the event of extreme weather. Read our snow driving in Kosciuszko tips.

  • Unsealed roads

Vehicle access

  • 2WD vehicles

Weather restrictions

  • Snow chains required after snow

Parking

There are several gravel carparks at the campground, including one that has an accessible parking space.

Facilities

  • Water is not available at this campground.
  • Firewood is not provided. Firewood and ice are available at Jindabyne or Thredbo.
  • Rubbish bins are not available, so please take your rubbish with you when leaving.

Toilets

There's an accessible non-flush toilet at the campground. The toilet is located along a gravel path with a slight slope.

  • Non-flush toilets

Picnic tables

There are picnic tables throughout the campground set on concrete slabs.

Barbecue facilities

  • Wood barbecues (bring your own firewood)
  • Fire rings (bring your own firewood)

Step-free access

The campground is mostly flat with step-free access but there are no pathways. You'll need to cross over hard-packed ground, grass and gravel to get from the carpark to the campsites, picnic tables and wood barbecues.

There's a short gravel pathway from the carpark to the toilets.

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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.

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.

Fishing safety

Fishing from a boat, the beach or by the river is a popular activity for many national park visitors. If you’re planning a day out fishing, check out these fishing safety tips.

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 - medium

Ngarigo campground is mostly flat and step-free, but there are no pathways. You'll need to cross over grass, hard-packed ground and gravel to reach the campsites, picnic tables and barbecues.

There's an accessible toilet with a short gravel path leading up to it from the carpark. The path is slightly sloped.

There's an accessible parking space in one of the campground's gravel carparks.

Permitted

Fishing

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


Generators

Quiet generators are permitted in particular areas of this campground.

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.

Gathering firewood

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.

Ngarigo campground

Park info

  • in the Thredbo-Perisher area of Kosciuszko National Park in the Snowy Mountains region
  • The Thredbo-Perisher area is open all year, but some roads and trails may close due to weather conditions or park management issues. Kosciuszko Road is closed between Perisher and Charlotte Pass in winter (June to October long weekends).

  • Park entry fees apply on Alpine Way and Kosciuszko Road

    Winter (June to October long weekends): $29 per vehicle per day (24hrs from purchase); motorcycles $12; bus passengers $11.45 per adult, $3.60 per child per day. Find out more about the winter entry surcharge.

    Rest of Year: $17 per vehicle per day (24hrs); motorcycles $7; bus passengers $6.60 per adult, $2.20 per child per day.

    Passes: Day passes, multi-day passes and annual All Parks Pass available from NPWS visitor centres, local agents and operating vehicle entry stations. Single and Multi-Day passes are also available via the Park'nPay app. Short Breaks Pass: $68 for 5 days park entry at price of 4 days (not valid winter).

    Read our Annual Pass FAQs for information.

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