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Sheepskin Hut campground

Wollemi National Park

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Visitor Info

All the practical information you need to know about Sheepskin Hut campground.

Getting there and parking

Sheepskin Hut campground is in northeastern Wollemi National Park. To get there:

From Putty (around 2hrs):

  • Take Putty Road northwest towards Singleton for 18.5km
  • Turn left onto Commission Road, after 4.5km keep left to stay on Commission Road and continue around 23km
  • Turn left onto Hunter Main trail and drive around 11km
  • Veer right onto Sheepskin Hut trail and follow 1km to the campground.

From Bulga (around 2hrs):

  • Travel 2.5km along Inlet Road then turn left onto California trail
  • After 14km turn left onto Commission Road
  • Continue around 18km to the junction and turn right onto Hunter Main trail
  • Drive around 11km then veer right onto Sheepskin Hut trail
  • Follow 1km to the campground.

Road quality

  • Unsealed roads

Vehicle access

  • Most roads require 4WD vehicle

Weather restrictions

  • 4WD required in wet weather

Parking

Parking is available at the campground.

Facilities

  • There are no rubbish bins available, so you’ll need to take all rubbish away with you.
  • The water tank at the campground is not suitable for drinking and is often empty.

Toilets

  • Non-flush toilets

Picnic tables

Barbecue facilities

  • Fire rings (bring your own firewood)

Carpark

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).

Accessibility

Disability access level - no wheelchair access

Permitted

Camp fires and solid fuel burners

Cycling

Mountain bikes and motorcycles are permitted on management trails in this area of Wollemi National Park.

Horses

Camping with horses is permitted at Sheepskin Hut, but this campground has no facilities for horses. Horse riding is permitted on management trails only.

Prohibited

Camping is not permitted inside Sheepskin Hut or its shed, as they are very old and easily damaged.

Gathering firewood

Generators

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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