Deua River campgrounds
Deua National Park
Visitor info
All the practical information you need to know about Deua River campgrounds.
Getting there and parking
Deua River campgrounds are in the eastern precinct of Deua National Park. To get there:
- Take Araluen Road northwest for Moruya
- Follow this for about 45km and look for signs to the campgrounds after entering the park
Road quality
Check the weather before you set out as the road to Deua River campgrounds 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 Dry Creek and Deua River, including several designated disabled spots. Parking is also available on Main Road, a short walk from Bakers Flat.
Best times to visit
There are lots of great things waiting for you in Deua National Park. Here are some of the highlights.
Spring
This season is the best time for wildflowers in the park and for birdwatching.
Summer
This is the season for swimming and floating on a lilo down the Shoalhaven and Deua rivers. See if you can spot an eastern water dragon sharing the river with you along the way.
Weather, temperature and rainfall
Summer temperature
Average
15.7°C and 23.5°C
Highest recorded
43.3°C
Winter temperature
Average
6.5°C and 16.7°C
Lowest recorded
-10°C
Rainfall
Wettest month
March
Driest month
August
The area’s highest recorded rainfall in one day
275.3mm
Facilities
Rubbish bins are not available, so please take your rubbish with you when leaving.
Toilets
- Non-flush toilets
Picnic tables
Barbecue facilities
- Wood barbecues (bring your own firewood)
- Fire rings (bring your own firewood)
Carpark
Maps and downloads
Accessibility
Disability access level - hard
Wheelchairs can access this area with some difficulty.
Prohibited
Gathering firewood
Firewood is not provided and may not be collected from 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 Deua National Park in the South Coast, Country NSW and Snowy Mountains regions
Deua National Park is always open but may have to close at times due to poor weather or fire danger.