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Shelly Beach campground

Myall Lakes National Park

Closed due to current alerts

Overview

Pitch your tent at Shelly Beach campground on the edge of the lake, which offers scenic views, birdwatching and paddling in Myall Lakes National Park.

Accommodation Details
Number of campsites 18
Camping type Tent, Remote/backpack camping
Facilities Barbecue facilities, toilets
What to bring Drinking water, cooking water, firewood
Price
  • Peak season: NSW school holidays, December, January and public holiday long weekends. $12 per adult per night. $6 per child per night.
  • Off-peak season: All other times. $8.50 per adult per night. $4 per child per night.
Entry fees Park entry fees apply
Bookings Bookings are not required at this campground. Campsites are available on a first-in first-served basis.
Please note
  • This is a remote campground, so please make sure you arrive well-prepared.
  • Vehicle entry fees are not included in your accommodation or camping fees.

If you’re ready for a real adventure surrounded by nature, grab your canoe and head for Shelly Beach campground. This idyllic lakeside camping spot, only accessed by boat or foot, overlooks one of Australia’s largest protected wetlands in Myall Lakes National Park.

When you pull up, you’ll know that you’ve arrived somewhere special. Pitch your tent on the edge of Myall Lake and gaze across the expanse to McGraths Island. Indulge in a spot of birdwatching, as white faced herons and darters are often seen fishing in these waters. If you’re after a walk, join the Mining Road fire trail / Old Gibber Road fire trail.

At night, after a campfire barbecue, grab the torch and check out the local wildlife such as sugar gliders and tiger quolls. When it’s time to call it a night, fall asleep to the gentle sounds of the bush.

For directions, safety and practical information, see visitor info

 

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Park info

  • in Myall Lakes National Park in the North Coast region

  • Myall Lakes National Park is always open but may have to close at times due to poor weather or fire danger.

  • Park entry fees:

    $8 per vehicle per day.

    The park has coin/card operated pay and display machines at Mungo Brush campground. NPWS visitor service officers regularly visit camping areas to collect fees from campers and sell annual passes. Day passes and annual passes also available from the Great Lakes Area Office, Bulahdelah and Tea Gardens Visitor Information Centres, and other local outlets.

    Bombah Point ferry fees may also apply (cash payment only).

    Buy annual pass
See more visitor info

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Shelly Beach campground, Myall Lakes National Park. Photo: John Spencer