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Horse Swamp campground

Barrington Tops State Conservation Area

Visitor info

All the practical information you need to know about Horse Swamp campground.

Getting there and parking

Horse Swamp campground is in the state conservation area of Barrington Tops State Conservation Area. To get there:

From Gloucester:

Take Thunderbolts Way; this road becomes Scone Road and Barrington Tops Forest Road.
5km past Polblue campground, turn right into Tubrabucca Road.
Travel 2 km to arrive at Horse Swamp campground

From Scone:

Take Grundy Road to Moonan Flat and take Moonan Brook Road
Turn left into Barrington Tops Forest Road
Travel 2km past the Dingo Gate on Barrington Tops Forest Road
Turn left onto Tubrabucca Road
Travel 2km to arrive at Horse Swamp campground

Road quality

Unsealed roads

Vehicle access

2WD vehicles

Weather restrictions

Dry weather only

Parking

There's an informal parking area at the campground and you can also park at to your campsite.

Best times to visit

There are lots of great things waiting for you in Barrington Tops State Conservation Area. Here are some of the highlights.

Autumn

Take to the park's walking tracks to make the most of cooler and drier daytime weather.

Spring

Look out for ground orchids and other wildflowers along the Polblue Swamp walking track.

Summer

Look out for the eastern water dragon basking on rocks around the streams.

Facilities

Water is not available at this campground.

Toilets

Non-flush toilets

Picnic tables

Barbecue facilities

Wood barbecues (bring your own firewood)

Carpark

Step-free access

The campground is step-free and mostly flat, but there are no pathways. You'll need to cross over grass to reach the campground's facilities.

Maps and downloads

Safety messages

Bushwalking safety

If you're keen to head out on a longer walk or a backpack camp, always be prepared. Read these bushwalking safety tips before you set off on a walking adventure in national parks.

Camping safety

Whether you're pitching your tent on the coast or up on the mountains, there are many things to consider when camping in NSW national parks. Find out how to stay safe when camping.

This is a remote campground, please make sure you arrive well prepared.

Fire safety

During periods of fire weather, the Commissioner of the NSW Rural Fire Service may declare a total fire ban for particular NSW fire areas, or statewide. Learn more about total fire bans and fire safety.

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).

River and lake safety

The aquatic environment around rivers, lakes and lagoons can be unpredictable. If you're visiting these areas, take note of these river and lake safety tips.

Accessibility

Disability access level - hard

The campground is mostly flat and step-free, but there are no pathways. You'll need to cross over grass to get to the facilities.

The toilets are located up a set of steps.

Prohibited

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 Barrington Tops State Conservation Area in the North Coast and Country NSW regions