White Rock River picnic area
South East Forest National Park
Overview
You’ll find White Rock River picnic area near Bombala. This picnic spot is great for a barbecue and the area protects the endangered long-footed potoroo.
- Type
- Picnic areas
- What to
bring - Hat, sunscreen, drinking water
- Please note
- Remember to take your binoculars if you want to birdwatch.
The waterfalls, forest giants and ancient granite tors car touring route will take you right past White Rock River picnic area.
Located in the south western side of the park, this great picnic spot features picnic tables and wood barbecues set beneath a towering canopy of ribbon gums; it’s a great place to stop to stretch your legs.
As well as being easy on the eyes, this part of the park is especially important. It provides the habitat for the endangered long-footed potoroo. While you’re unlikely to see one of these nocturnal marsupials yourself, you may well spot their tiny tracks, newly-dug holes or even some of their favourite snack; fungi.
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General enquiries
- National Parks Contact Centre
- 7am to 7pm daily
- 1300 072 757 (13000 PARKS) for the cost of a local call within Australia excluding mobiles
- parks.info@environment.nsw.gov.au
Park info
- in South East Forest National Park in the South Coast and Snowy Mountains regions
South East Forest National Park is always open but may have to close at times due to poor weather or fire danger.
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- Aboriginal culture (2)
- Birdwatching and wildlife encounters (8)
- Canoeing/paddling (3)
- Environmental appreciation/study (1)
- Fishing (4)
- Geotourism (1)
- Historic heritage (3)
- Picnics and barbecues (5)
- Sightseeing (12)
- Swimming (3)
- Walking (10)
- Waterfalls (4)
- Wildflowers (seasonal) (1)