Coorongooba campground
Wollemi National Park
Visitor info
All the practical information you need to know about Coorongooba campground.
Getting there and parking
Coorongooba campground is in the western section of Wollemi National Park. To get there:
- Turn off the Castlereagh Highway at Capertee and travel east for 35km
- Turn left 1km before Glen Davis village at Goora Street
- Turn right at Nioka Street and follow the signs to the park
- Depending on the water level, you may need a 4WD to cross the Capertee river or its a short walk from the crossing to the campground
Road access
- Check the weather before you set out as the road to Coorongooba campground can become boggy when it rains.
- This campground is accessed via a causeway which may be unpassable after heavy rain.
- Unsealed roads
Vehicle access
- Most roads suitable for 2WD vehicles
Weather restrictions
- 4WD required in wet weather
Parking
Parking is available at your campsite.
Best times to visit
There are lots of great things waiting for you in Wollemi National Park. Here are some of the highlights.
Autumn
With its softer light, autumn is the perfect time of year to head out to photograph or paint Wollemi's extraordinary landscapes.
Spring
With the temperature warming up, dig out the canoe and head to picturesque Ganguddy (Dunns swamp) for a cruise along the waterways.
Summer
Escape the heat and join an illuminating tour of the Glow Worm tunnel.
Facilities
- Water is not available at this campground. If you take water from the creeks in the park, remember to treat or boil it.
- Please take all garbage with you when you leave
Toilets
- Non-flush toilets
Picnic tables
There are picnic tables throughout the campground, including 2 picnic tables that are accessible.
Barbecue facilities
- Wood barbecues (bring your own firewood)
Step-free access
The campground is flat and step-free, with a hard-packed ground path that runs from the carpark past the campsites and picnic tables.
There's also a concrete path that connects the 2 accessible campsites and the toilets.
- Step-free outdoor pathways
Maps and downloads
Accessibility
Disability access level - easy
Coorongooba campground has 2 accessible campsites specifically designed for people with reduced mobility. The campsites have:
- Accessible picnic tables
- Raised fireplaces
- A 25m concrete footpath that leads directly from the campsites to the accessible toilet.
Assistance may be required to access the river as the banks are uneven and sloped.
Prohibited
Drones
Flying a drone for recreational purposes is prohibited in this area. Drones may affect public enjoyment, safety and privacy, interfere with park operations, or pose a threat to wildlife. See the Drones in Parks policy.
This area may be a declared Drone Exclusion Zone, or may be subject to Civil Aviation Safety Authority (CASA) rules for flying near airports, aerodromes and helicopter landing sites. See CASA's Drone Flyer Rules.
Commercial filming and photography
Commercial filming or photography is prohibited without prior consent. You must apply for permission and contact the local office.
Gathering firewood
Firewood is not supplied and may not be collected in the park.
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 Wollemi National Park in the Sydney and surrounds, North Coast and Country NSW regions
Wollemi National Park is always open but may have to close at times due to poor weather or fire danger.