Peacock Creek campground
Richmond Range National Park
Visitor info
All the practical information you need to know about Peacock Creek campground.
Getting there and parking
Peacock Creek campground is in the northern precinct of Richmond Range National Park. To get there from Kyogle:
- Leave Summerland Way south of Kyogle at McDonalds Bridge Road
- Follow Sextonville and Peacock Creek roads
To get there from Casino:
- Reach the southern end of the park by leaving the Bruxner Highway at Cambridge Plateau scenic drive near Mallanganee
- Continue north along Cambridge Plateau scenic drive for 32km until reaching the intersection with Peacock Creek Road
- Turn left and travel 3km to campground
Road quality
Check the weather before you set out as the road to this campground can become boggy and slippery when it rains.
- Unsealed roads
Vehicle access
- 2WD vehicles
Weather restrictions
- Dry weather only
Parking
Parking is available at Peacock Creek campground.
Best times to visit
There are lots of great things waiting for you in Richmond Range National Park. Here are some of the highlights.
Autumn
Peacock Creek campground is a great place to camp in autumn. This clean, open, sunny campground is perfect for camping with wood fires, while watching an array of birdlife by your tent.
Spring
This is a lovely time to drive along Cambridge Plateau scenic drive. See new red tips on the rainforest trees, creamy clusters of flowers on wonga vines, and white flowering clematis vines in full bloom.
Summer
Enjoy the cool of the rainforests during these hot months. The Culmaran Creek walking track is a perfect place to cool off.
Winter
Watch mists rising in the valley below from Cambridge Plateau picnic. On a clear winter's day, you can see all the way east to Wollumbin and Nightcap national parks.
Weather, temperature and rainfall
Summer temperature
Average
25°C and 27°C
Highest recorded
27°C
Winter temperature
Average
15°C and 21°C
Lowest recorded
15°C
Rainfall
Wettest month
February
Driest month
August
The area’s highest recorded rainfall in one day
214.6mm
Facilities
- Rubbish bins are not available. Please take your rubbish with you when leaving.
- Water is not available at this campground
Toilets
- Non-flush toilets
Picnic tables
Barbecue facilities
- Wood barbecues (bring your own firewood)
Maps and downloads
Accessibility
Disability access level - medium
Assistance may be required to access this area.
Permitted
Generators
Generators are permitted in particular areas within this campground.
Prohibited
Noise restrictions apply at this campground.
Gathering firewood
Firewood is not provided and may not be collected from the park, so you’ll need to bring your own supply.
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.

Park info
- in Richmond Range National Park in the North Coast region
Richmond Range National Park is always open but may have to close at times due to poor weather or fire danger.