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Samual Bollard campground

Woomargama National Park

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Visitor info

All the practical information you need to know about Samual Bollard campground.

Getting there and parking

Samual Bollard campground is in the western section of Woomargama National Park. To get there from Albury:

  • Travel north on Hume Highway
  • Take the Woomargama exit
  • Turn right into Tunnel Road and travel about 10km to the park entrance
  • Turn left onto Tin Mines trail and travel about 2km. On the left is South Creek trail and about 200m up the trail is the campground.

Road quality

Check the weather before you set out as the road to Samual Bollard campground can become boggy when it rains.

  • Unsealed roads

Vehicle access

  • All roads require 4WD vehicle

Weather restrictions

  • Dry weather only

Parking

Parking is available at Samual Bollard campground.

Best times to visit

There are lots of great things waiting for you in Woomargama National Park. Here are some of the highlights.

Autumn

The crisp air offers excellent conditions for exploring either on foot or by mountain bike.

Spring

Many of the wildflowers are in bloom; including the pale-pink common fringe myrtle; native fuchsia, with its red bell-shaped flowers, and the yellow bitter-peas.

Summer

Camp in the bushland by Basin Creek, where it's cool, at Tin Mines campground.

Weather, temperature and rainfall

Summer temperature

Average

16°C and 30°C

Highest recorded

43.7°C

Winter temperature

Average

5°C and 16°C

Lowest recorded

–2.8°C

Rainfall

Wettest month

August

Driest month

February

The area’s highest recorded rainfall in one day

124mm

Facilities

  • Tank water is available at this campground, but you’ll need to treat or boil it before drinking.
  • Rubbish bins are not available, so please take your rubbish with you when leaving.

    • Toilets

    • Non-flush toilets

    Picnic tables

    Barbecue facilities

    • Fire rings (firewood supplied)

    Drinking water

    Water tank at campground.

    Maps and downloads

    Safety messages

    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.

    Permitted

    Generators

    Generators are permitted in particular areas in this campground.

    Prohibited

    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.

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