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Main campground

Mungo National Park

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Visitor info

All the practical information you need to know about Main campground.

Getting there and parking

Main campground is in the south western precinct of Mungo National Park. To get there:

  • From Sturt Highway, take Silver City Highway south of Mildura.
  • Turn right into Arumpo Road and follow to the end
  • Main campground is on the right shortly before the T-intersection

Road quality

Check the weather before you set out as the road to Main campground can become boggy when it rains.

  • Unsealed roads

Vehicle access

  • 2WD vehicles

Weather restrictions

  • Dry weather only

Parking

Parking is available beside your campsite at Main campground and in a gravel carpark that circles around the campground.

Weather, temperature and rainfall

Summer temperature

Average

15°C and 34°C

Highest recorded

47.7°C

Winter temperature

Average

3°C and 20°C

Lowest recorded

-4.8°C

Rainfall

Wettest month

May

Driest month

January

The area’s highest recorded rainfall in one day

93.3mm

Facilities

  • Water is not available at this campground.
  • Showers and accessible flush toilets can be found at Mungo Visitor Centre, a 4min drive away
  • There are no powered sites at this campground

Toilets

  • Non-flush toilets

Picnic tables

Barbecue facilities

Fires permitted in fireplaces and wood barbecues only.

  • Wood barbecues (bring your own firewood)
  • Gas/electric barbecues (free)

Step-free access

The campground is flat and step-free, but there are no pathways. You'll will need to cross over flat, hard-packed ground or loose gravel to reach the campground's facilities.

Maps and downloads

Safety messages

Bushwalking safety

If you're keen to head out on a longer walk or a backpack camp, always be prepared. Read these bushwalking safety tips before you set off on a walking adventure in national parks.

When bushwalking in this area, it can be a good idea to bring a topographic map, compass or a GPS with you.

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).

Outback safety

Safety is of high priority in outback areas. In summer, temperatures can reach up to 50°C in some places. Food, water and fuel supplies can be scarce. Before you head off, check for road closures and use our contacts to stay safe in the outback.

Accessibility

Disability access level - easy

  • Main campground is flat and step-free
  • There are accessible non-flush toilets in the middle of the campground
  • This campground has flat gravel sites
  • There are no pathways - you'll need to cross over hard-packed ground and loose gravel to reach the campsites and facilities

Prohibited

Drones

Flying drones in Mungo National Park is not permitted unless you've received written agreement from the Park Office before your visit. Please note that a consent to fly a drone in this park is only permitted in exceptional circumstances with endorsement from the traditional owners. Read more about the Drones in Parks policy and the process to apply for consent.

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.

Main campground

Park info

  • in Mungo National Park in the Murray-Riverina region
  • Mungo 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. Fees are payable through self-registration envelopes outside Mungo Visitor Centre. Different fees apply for commercial tour operators and vehicles with 8 seats or more.

    Buy annual pass

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