Rocky Point campground
Yuraygir National Park
Visitor info
All the practical information you need to know about Rocky Point campground.
Getting there and parking
Rocky Point campground is in Yuraygir National Park. To get there:
- Turn off Pacific Highway, south of Grafton, following the signs to Wooli.
- Turn east off Wooli Road onto Minnie Water Road at the Minnie Water sign
- As you drive into Minnie Water, 100m past the caravan park, turn left onto Illaroo Road.
- Follow Illaroo Road, then turn east into the signposted entrance to the southern section of Illaroo campground.
- The campground is a 200m walk
Vehicle access
- No vehicle access
Parking
Parking is available at Illaroo campground – a walking distance of 200m.
Best times to visit
There are lots of great things waiting for you in Yuraygir National Park. Here are some of the highlights.
Autumn
Autumn is the perfect time of year to go beach fishing along the park's coastline.
Spring
The park's heathlands provide a spectacular display of wildflowers. Check them out on your choice of walking track, including the Wilsons Headland walk and, of course, the Yuraygir coastal walk.
Summer
Visit in summer to make the most of the park's countless beaches and waterways. Swim, surf or snorkel – cooling sea breezes provide welcome relief in hot weather.
Winter
Plan a winter trip to go whale watching. The sight of migrating whales swimming north to warmer waters is second-to-none, and there are magnificent viewing points at Red Cliffs lookout and Brooms Head.
Weather, temperature and rainfall
Summer temperature
Average
20°C and 26°C
Highest recorded
42.5°C
Winter temperature
Average
9°C and 20°C
Lowest recorded
2.7°C
Rainfall
Wettest month
March
Driest month
September
The area’s highest recorded rainfall in one day
300mm
Facilities
- Water is not available at this campground
- You can pick up some groceries and ice at Minnie Water general store, a short drive away.
- Rubbish bins are not available so please take rubbish with you when leaving.
Maps and downloads
Prohibited
Camp fires and solid fuel burners
Generators
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 Yuraygir National Park in the North Coast region
Yuraygir National Park is always open but may have to close at times due to poor weather or fire danger.
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Park entry fees:
$8 per vehicle per day.
Buy annual pass