Wombeyan Karst Conservation Reserve
Overview
Stay and cave at Wombeyan Karst Conservation Reserve. With guided tours, accessible walks and cosy cabins, it’s the perfect destination for a weekend nature getaway.
Read more about Wombeyan Karst Conservation Reserve
Enjoy show-stopping caves and welcoming visitor facilities at Wombeyan Karst Conservation Reserve. Explore the magical underground world of Wombeyan Caves by day on a guided or self-guided tour. Then, pitch a tent in the spacious campground or put your feet up in a comfortable cabin equipped with all the necessities. Bring some snacks to enjoy in the shady picnic area, where you might meet the inquisitive local kangaroos. And don’t miss the accessible walking track to Victoria Arch, one of Wombeyan’s most epic cave chambers.
An easy drive from Sydney, Canberra and Wollongong, the reserve is a great place for a family camping trip or weekend retreat.
Enjoy a relaxing stay in nature
Wombeyan Caves cabins
For a self-contained stay off the beaten track, book into Wombeyan Caves cabins. They’re great for families and couples. Relax and explore the caves at your own pace.
Wombeyan Caves campground
Wombeyan Caves campground is wheelchair-accessible, and has great recently revamped amenities, including hot showers. It’s also close to all the main attractions.
Explore the caves your way
Wombeyan is home to an impressive network of caves. There are 4 main show caves to choose from, each with their own unique features. Book a family-friendly tour or combo pass to explore this fascinating cave system.
Book a 2-cave pass
Discover the highlights of Wombeyan Caves when you book a 2-cave combo ticket. This experience includes a self-guided tour of Fig Tree Cave and guided tour of Wollondilly Cave.
Learn more about cave tours
Wombeyan Karst Conservation Reserve was the first area in Australia to be reserved for the protection of caves in 1865. Find out what makes these caves so special and plan your trip today.
More great reasons to visit
Family friendly
Bring the family when you visit. Tour the caves, share a picnic and take the short walk to Victoria Arch where amazing views await you. If you’re staying overnight, cook dinner or roast marshmallows together at the communal Barmah camp kitchen and dining hall.
Connection to Country
Wombeyan Karst Conservation Reserve lies in the traditional lands of the Gundungurra People. An epic Dreamtime story tells how Wombeyan and Jenolan caves were formed during a fight between 2 beings: Gurangatch (who was part-fish and part-reptile) and Mirragan (a legendary tiger cat).
Wheelchair-accessible areas
Victoria Arch walking track is an accessible, step-free track that everyone can enjoy. Beginning at Wombeyan picnic area, it’s only a short 10 to 20-min journey to Victoria Arch, the majestic final chamber of Fig Tree Cave. Wombeyan Caves campground is also wheelchair accessible.
Surrounded by nature
Escape the hustle and bustle and spend restorative time in nature. From the 430-million-year-old limestone in the caves, to kangaroos and joeys resting near the cabins, this inviting, peaceful green valley protects some of our most treasured animals, birds and plants.
Plan your underground nature escape
Highlights in this park
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
Contact
- in the Country NSW region
Wombeyan Karst Conservation Reserve is always open but may have to close at times due to poor weather or fire danger.
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Wombeyan Caves office
02 4843 5976
Contact hours: 9am to 4.30pm daily. Closed Christmas Day. - 41 Victoria Arch Drive, Wombeyan Caves NSW 2580
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Email: wombeyan.caves@environment.nsw.gov.au
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Wombeyan Caves office
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Oberon office
02 6336 6200
Contact hours: Monday to Friday, 9am to 4.30pm. - 38 Ross Street, Oberon NSW 2787
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Email: npws.kanangra@environment.nsw.gov.au
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Oberon office