Tattersalls campground
North Coast
Visitor info
All the practical information you need to know about Tattersalls campground.
Getting there and parking
Tattersalls campground is in Karuah National Park. To get there:
- Turn onto Bucketts Way from Pacific Highway
- Continue for approximately 9km then turn right onto Hobarts Road, just past Limeburners Creek.
- Continue for approximately 4km then turn right onto Tattersalls Road
- Follow for another 2km until you reach the campground
Road quality
Check the weather before you set out as the road to Tattersalls campground can become boggy when it rains.
- Unsealed roads
Vehicle access
- 2WD vehicles (no long vehicle access)
Weather restrictions
- 4WD required in wet weather
Parking
Parking is available at Tattersalls campground.
Best times to visit
There are lots of great things waiting for you in Karuah National Park. Here are some of the highlights.
Autumn
Pack your fishing gear and head to the river at this popular fishing spot.
Spring
See how the wildflowers bring the bush to life in spring.
Summer
Launch your kayak, canoe or boat and explore the reserve by water.
Winter
Get cosy around the campfires on those cold winter nights.
Weather, temperature and rainfall
Summer temperature
Average
12°C to 28°C
Highest recorded
40.6°C
Winter temperature
Average
3°C to 18°C
Lowest recorded
-4.4°C
Rainfall
Wettest month
March
Driest month
September
The area’s highest recorded rainfall in one day
573.8mm
Facilities
- Water is not available at this campground.
- Rubbish bins are not available – please take rubbish with you when leaving.
Amenities
Picnic tables
Barbecue facilities
- Wood barbecues (bring your own firewood)
- Fire rings (bring your own firewood)
Boat ramp
Carpark
Maps and downloads
Accessibility
Disability access level - hard
Wheelchairs can access this area with some difficulty
Permitted
Fishing
A current NSW recreational fishing licence is required when fishing in all waters.
Generators
Generators are permitted to be used in particular areas within this campground.
Prohibited
Noise restrictions apply at this campground.
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 Karuah National Park in the North Coast region
Karuah National Park is always open but may have to close at times due to poor weather or fire danger.
- in Karuah Nature Reserve in the North Coast region