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Depot Beach cabins

Murramarang National Park

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Visitor info

All the practical information you need to know about Depot Beach cabins.

Getting there and parking

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    Depot Beach cabins are located at Depot Beach campground, in the central precinct of Murramarang National Park. To get there:

    • From the Princes Highway enter the national park via Mount Agony Road
    • Take the right fork onto North Durras Road
    • Then take Depot Beach Road to the campground

    Road quality

    • Sealed roads

    Vehicle access

    • 2WD vehicles

    Weather restrictions

    • All weather

    Parking

    • Parking for 1 vehicle is available at your cabin.
    • Limited additional parking is available at Depot beach campground carpark.

    Best times to visit

    There are lots of great things waiting for you in Murramarang National Park. Here are some of the highlights.

    Spring

    Spring is a great time to dust off your hiking boots and take to the park's tracks. Try the Pretty Beach to Durras Mountain walk for spectacular views of the coast and ranges.

    Summer

    There's no better time to head down the coast and catch some sunshine. With crystal clear waters for swimming and snorkelling, a beach camping trip is the ideal way to enjoy the Aussie summer.

    Winter

    Birdwatching opportunities abound at this time of year, see if you can catch the courting displays of lyrebirds in the park's rainforest areas.

    Facilities

    • Forest cabin configuration: Cabins 10 and 11 have 1 x queen and 1 x triple bunk bed. Note the bunk bed is suitable for children only.
    • Beach cabin configuration: Cabin 1 has 1 x queen bed and 1 x single bunk bed. Cabins 2-8 have 1 x queen, 1 x double and 1 x single bunk bed.
    • Water is available at the cabins but it’s tank water so you’ll need to boil or treat it before drinking.
    • Combined lounge room/dining room with seating for all guests.
    • Bathroom with shower and toilet.
    • Pillows are provided.
    • Please leave the cabin clean and tidy with all kitchen items washed up and put away. Additional fees may be charged for any unreasonable cleaning required or missing/ broken items.
    • More facilities are available in Depot Beach campground. You can buy firewood, gas (swap-and-go) and ice at the campground.

    Toilets

    • Flush toilets

    Picnic tables

    Barbecue facilities

    The cabins have 2 shared covered picnic shelters with gas barbecues and a pizza oven.

    • Gas/electric barbecues (free)

    Drinking water

    Water is available at this campground but it’s tank water so you’ll need to boil or treat it before drinking. Bring your own drinking water if you prefer.

    Showers

    • Hot showers

    Electric power

    Depot Beach cabins are connected to mains power.

    Balcony

    The 8 beach cabins have front and rear verandahs. The forest cabins have a front verandah only.

    Kitchen

    Fridge, microwave, stove.

    Plates and cutlery

    Pots and pans

    Air conditioning

    Rubbish bin

    Maps and downloads

    Safety messages

    Beach safety

    Beaches in this park are not patrolled and can have strong rip currents. These beach safety tips will help you and your family stay safe in the water.

    Boating safety

    If you're out on your boat fishing, waterskiing or just cruising the waterways, read these paddling and boating safety tips.

    Fishing safety

    Fishing from a boat, the beach or by the river is a popular activity for many national park visitors. If you’re planning a day out fishing, check out these fishing safety tips.

    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).

    Accessibility

    Disability access level - medium

    • Cabins 2, 6 and 8 are accessible via ramps and have wide doors, and wheelchair-accessible toilets and showers.
    • Please note some assistance may be required when accessing the back sliding doors and showers due to slight raises (1-2cm).
    • To get to the beach, you'll need to travel a short distance on a bitumen, then gravel road to a grassed area on the beach. This can be negotiated with assistance.

    Prohibited

    Gathering firewood

    Firewood may not be collected from the park. Please bring your own supply or purchase at the campground.

    Generators

    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.

    Depot Beach cabins

    Park info

    • in Murramarang National Park in the South Coast region
    • Murramarang 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. The park has pay machines - cash and credit cards accepted. Card only at Pretty Beach.

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