Mungo Brush campground
Myall Lakes National Park
Overview
Nestled between the river and the beach near Hawks Nest, Mungo Brush campground offers sites in a serene setting with easy access to kayaking, canoeing, swimming and bushwalking.
| Number of campsites | 77 |
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| Camping type | Tent, Camper trailer site, Caravan site, Camping beside my vehicle |
| Facilities | Picnic tables, barbecue facilities, boat ramp, toilets, rubbish bin |
| What to bring | Drinking water, cooking water |
| Entry fees |
Park entry fees are not included in your camping fees. |
| Group bookings | Book up to 20 people or 5 sites online. For larger groups, make a group booking enquiry. |
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Mungo Brush campground is a popular and well known campground near Hawks Nest on the north coast. It’s a great place to take your caravan, campervan, trailer or tent. There are tonnes of campsites to choose from – so you’re bound to find one that suits you well.
From the campground there is easy access north to Mungo Rainforest walk and south to Tamboi walking track and Mungo walking track. Being right on the lake means there are great opportunities to go for a kayak or canoe along the lower Myall River to Hawks Nest.
A short walk from the campground leads to the beach, where you go swimming, fishing and sailboarding. If you’re clever enough to catch a fish, you can cook it up for dinner on one of the barbecues in the campground.
Things to do nearby
Paddle Myall River
Bring your kayak or canoe and paddle the tranquil waterways of Myall Lakes National Park – one of the largest coastal lake systems in NSW.
Mungo Rainforest walk
Starting from the campground, this 1.5km loop walk takes you on a short trip through rare coastal rainforest.
Hole in the Wall picnic area
Swap the river for the beach at Hole in the Wall picnic area, nestled on Mungo Beach with distant views of Broughton Island.
Stay longer, explore further
Visit Tea Gardens
The twin towns of Tea Gardens and Hawks Nest are just 20mins away. Explore the tranquil Myall River by kayak or stand-up paddleboard, or unwind with a relaxing lunch at one of many charming riverside cafes and restaurants.
Visit Seal Rocks
Visit Seal Rocks, an isolated village known for its beaches and beautiful lighthouse, just over an hours' drive away. Pack a picnic lunch and go swimming or surfing, or visit Sugarloaf Point Lighthouse for stunning views and a chance to spot marine life.
Bookings
- 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 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
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Things to do (55)
- 4WD touring (2)
- Aboriginal culture (6)
- Beach (5)
- Birdwatching and wildlife encounters (24)
- Cafes and kiosks (1)
- Canoeing/paddling (7)
- Cycling (6)
- Environmental appreciation/study (1)
- Fishing (10)
- Historic heritage (15)
- Horse riding (1)
- Picnics and barbecues (14)
- Road trips and car/bus tours (2)
- Sailing, boating and cruises (2)
- Sightseeing (16)
- Snorkelling and scuba (1)
- Surfing (7)
- Swimming (14)
- Walking (23)