Violet Hill campground and picnic area
Myall Lakes National Park
Visitor info
All the practical information you need to know about the Violet Hill campground and picnic area.
Getting there and parking
Violet Hill campground is in the Boolambayte precinct of Myall Lakes National Park. From Bulahdelah, take The Lakes Way from the Pacific Highway for about 7km. Turn right on to Violet Hill Road, the campground is about 10km along the road.
Road quality
- Unsealed roads
Vehicle access
- 2WD vehicles
Weather restrictions
- All weather
Parking
There are 2 gravel carparks at the campground and picnic area.
Best times to visit
There are lots of great things waiting for you in Myall Lakes National Park. Here are some of the highlights.
Autumn
A good time to visit when the weather is a little cooler and the park is less busy.
Spring
Magnificent wildflower displays as they bloom across the heathlands.
Summer
Look for dolphins swimming among the waves.
Winter
Head to Sugarloaf Point to watch for whales on their annual migration.
Weather, temperature and rainfall
Summer temperature
Average
19°C and 27°C
Highest recorded
41.5°C
Winter temperature
Average
10°C and 19°C
Lowest recorded
1.1°C
Rainfall
Wettest month
May
Driest month
November
The area’s highest recorded rainfall in one day
257.8mm
Facilities
Water is not available at this campground and picnic area.
Toilets
There is an accessible non-flush toilet at the campground that you can reach via a ramp.
- Non-flush toilets
Picnic tables
There are accessible picnic tables set on concrete slabs. There are no direct pathways to the picnic tables; you'll need to cross over grass to reach them.
Barbecue facilities
- Wood barbecues (bring your own firewood)
Boat ramp
Step-free access
The campground is mostly flat and there's step-free access to the campsites and the facilities, but there are no pathways. You'll need to cross over grass to get around the campground.
There's step-free access to the wharf.
Maps and downloads
Accessibility
Disability access level - medium
- The campground is mostly flat with step-free access, but there are no pathways.
- You'll need to cross over grass to reach the campsites and facilities.
- There's an accessible toilet that you can reach via a ramp and accessible picnic tables.
- There's step-free access to the wharf.
Permitted
Fishing
Fishing is permitted in Myall Lake, however, you’ll need a current NSW recreational fishing licence.
Prohibited
Fishing
Although fishing is permitted in Myall Lake, it is not permitted in Boolambayte Lake, which is a sanctuary zone of Port Stephens-Great Lakes Marine Park.
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 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.
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Park entry fees:
$8 per vehicle per day.
Day passes are available from a card operated pay machine at Mungo Brush campground or from the Manning Great Lakes Area Office. You can also pay for your visit via the Park’nPay app. You’ll need a Day Pass or Annual Pass when visiting the park.
Bombah Point ferry fees may also apply (cash payment only).
Buy annual pass