Riverside campground and picnic area
Oxley Wild Rivers National Park
Visitor info
All the practical information you need to know about the Riverside campground and picnic area.
Getting there and parking
Riverside campground and picnic area is in the Macleay Gorges area of Oxley Wild Rivers National Park. To get there follow Moona Plains Road from Walcha for 50km.
There's a gate at the park entrance which can be unlocked by an access code. Access codes will be provided in your booking confirmation email. Call 1300 072 757 if you have not received your code. The gate must be locked at all times. Re-lock the gate after you have passed through. No trailers are allowed past the gate.
Road quality
Check the weather before you set out as the road to Riverside campground can become boggy when it rains.
Access is for high clearance, low range 4WD vehicles (no SUVs).
- Unsealed roads
Vehicle access
- All roads require 4WD vehicle
Weather restrictions
- Dry weather only
Parking
1 vehicle is permitted per booking. Parking is available at the campground and picnic area.
Best times to visit
There are lots of great things waiting for you in Oxley Wild Rivers National Park. Here are some of the highlights.
Autumn
A great item to tackle one of the longer walking tracks in the park when the days are not too hot.
Spring
The gorges can be a riot of colour as the trees and shrubs burst into spring.
Summer
The wild rivers and waterfalls that give the park its name can be at their most impressive after summer rains.
Winter
Crisp, cool and clear days are good for a brisk half day bushwalk.
Facilities
- Campsites are unmarked, unpowered and suitable for tents only.
- There are no showers
- Water is not available at this campground. Remember to treat or boil any water taken from the river.
- Rubbish bins are not available, please take all rubbish with you.
Toilets
- Non-flush toilets
Picnic tables
Barbecue facilities
Some firewood may be provided but we recommend that you bring your own supply.
- Gas/electric barbecues (free)
- Wood barbecues
Maps and downloads
Accessibility
Disability access level - no wheelchair access
Permitted
Fishing
A current NSW recreational fishing licence is required when fishing in all waters.
We encourage ‘catch and release’ fishing.
Prohibited
- Motorbikes or trailers of any type
- Amplified music. Please be considerate of others and keep noise low.
- Chemical toilets. For example, porta potties.
- Recreational hunting in NSW National Parks is an illegal activity and is a fineable offence.
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 Oxley Wild Rivers National Park in the North Coast and Country NSW regions
Oxley Wild Rivers National Park is always open but may have to close at times due to poor weather or fire danger.
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There are 3 areas in Oxley Wild Rivers National Park where you'll need day use vehicle permits: Halls Peak campground and picnic area, Riverside campground and picnic area, and Youdales Hut campground and picnic area. Day use vehicle permits can be bought online or by calling the National Parks Contact Centre on 1300 072 757. If camping, permit fees are included in the campground fee.
Contact us for permits