Marramarra Creek campground
Marramarra National Park
Visitor info
All the practical information you need to know about Marramarra Creek campground.
Getting there and parking
Get driving directions
Marramarra Creek campground is in the southern precinct of Marramarra National Park. The campground can only be accessed by foot or boat. To get there:
- From Fiddletown, follow Bloodwood Road until you see the sign to Marramarra Ridge on your left
- Follow the gravel-surfaced Marramarra Ridge trail to the management trail gate
- Park your car here and continue along the Marramarra Ridge trail for approximately 3.5km. Note that this trail has several steep sections
- At the bottom of the last hill, turn left and continue to the main campground, or turn right to the Orchard campground
Boat access:
- Access to the campground is via Berowra Creek
- Take care when heading upstream during low tides, particularly approaching Big Bay and beyond
Road quality
- Unsealed roads
Vehicle access
- 2WD vehicles
Parking
Parking is available at the end of Marramarra Ridge trail.
Best times to visit
There are lots of great things waiting for you in Marramarra National Park. Here are some of the highlights.
Autumn
Unwind and take in the serenity of camping at Gentlemans Halt or Marramarra Creek campgrounds.
Spring
Wander through the bush and enjoy the colourful display of wildflowers.
Summer
Paddle the waterways by kayak or canoe and have a swim in the rivers.
Winter
Enjoy longer hikes and day walks such as Canoelands Ridge walking track or Marramarra Ridge to Smugglers Ridge walking track.
Weather, temperature and rainfall
Summer temperature
Average
19°C and 28°C
Highest recorded
44.8°C
Winter temperature
Average
6°C and 16°C
Facilities
- Water is not available at this campground.
- Firewood is not provided and may not be collected from the park.
- Rubbish bins are not available, so please take your rubbish with you when leaving.
Toilets
Composting toilets are available at both Main Camp and Orchard Camp.
Picnic tables
Barbecue facilities
- Fire rings (bring your own firewood)
Maps and downloads
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 Marramarra National Park in the Sydney and surrounds region
Marramarra National Park is always open but may have to close at times due to poor weather or fire danger.