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Camp Blackman

Warrumbungle National Park

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Overview

Camp Blackman, near Coonabarabran, offers peaceful sites and well-equipped facilities. Camp under the stars in Australia’s first Dark Sky Park and explore nearby walks.

Accommodation Details
Number of campsites 119
Camping type Tent, Camper trailer site, Caravan site, Camping beside my vehicle
Where 4263 John Renshaw Parkway, Warrumbungle, NSW, 2828 - in Warrumbungle National Park
Facilities Amenities block, picnic tables, barbecue facilities, public phone, showers, toilets
What to bring Firewood, drinking water, cooking water
Entry fees Park entry fees apply
Group bookings Book up to 40 people or 9 sites online. For larger groups, make a group booking enquiry.
Please note
  • There are 79 unpowered sites and 30 powered sites
  • Camping areas can be very busy during spring and autumn school holidays, Easter and the October long weekend so powered sites may be in short supply at these times.
  • This campground is within the Dark Sky Park boundary. Please see our guide for suitable camping lights and use in this park, available at the visitor centre.

This well-equipped campground, suitable for caravans, camper trailers, campervans, motor homes and tents, is a fantastic place to get away with family and friends. Camp Blackman can be a popular place during school holidays, so in addition to lots of kangaroos, sulphur crested cockatoos, white-winged choughs, kookaburras and butcher birds, there are bound to be lots of family groups.

Your campsite won’t be far from some of the park's walking and cycling tracks - make sure to take your bikes and walking shoes so you can explore. If you’re visiting in spring, you might be treated to the sight and smell of the wildflowers that line the tracks, like western golden wattle, smooth darling pea and kangaroo thorn.

After your adventures in Warrumbungle National Park, return to Camp Blackman for a hot shower and tasty barbecue before settling in to see the evening stars.

Take a virtual tour of Camp Blackman captured with Google Street View Trekker.

Things to do nearby

Wambelong Nature walking track

This short and easy 1km loop walk follows Wambelong Creek and leads you through a small, sheltered gorge.

Crossing a creek along Wambelong Nature walking track. Credit: John Spencer/DCCEEW © DCCEEW
Crossing a creek along Wambelong Nature walking track. Credit: John Spencer/DCCEEW © DCCEEW

Tara Cave walking track

This gentle 3.4km bushwalk leads to Tara Cave, which has evidence of Aboriginal occupation. Along the way, learn about Aboriginal culture from the interpretive displays.

Tara Cave walking track. Credit: John Spencer/DCCEEW © DCCEEW
Tara Cave walking track. Credit: John Spencer/DCCEEW © DCCEEW

Stay longer, explore further

Sliding Spring Observatory

Warrumbungle National Park is Australia's first International Dark Sky Park and is a haven for stargazing. Visit nearby Sliding Spring Observatory to see Australia’s largest optical telescopes or gaze at the stars at the Milroy Observatory.

Aerial view of Sliding Spring Observatory. Credit: Destination NSW © Destination NSW
Aerial view of Sliding Spring Observatory. Credit: Destination NSW © Destination NSW

Pilliga National Park

Take a scenic drive to Pilliga National Park and visit the Pilliga Forest Discovery Centre before exploring the iconic landscape. Enjoy the Caves walking track and see ancient Aboriginal rock, or head to nearby Timmallallie National Park to discover the Sculptures in the Scrub and enjoy a barbecue at the picnic area.

Sandstone caves in Pilliga Nature Reserve. Credit: John Spencer/DCCEEW © DCCEEW
Sandstone caves in Pilliga Nature Reserve. Credit: John Spencer/DCCEEW © DCCEEW

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