Shelley Head campground
Yuraygir National Park
Visitor info
All the practical information you need to know about Shelley Head campground.
Getting there and parking
Shelley Head campground is within Yuraygir National Park. To get there via Lake Arragan campground:
- Take Pacific Highway north from Grafton for about 35km
- Continue for about 18km and then follow signs for Lake Arragan or Red Cliff campgrounds
- Shelley Head campground is a 7km walk north from Lake Arragan
Road quality
- Unsealed roads
Vehicle access
- No vehicle access
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.
- Rubbish bins are not available – please take rubbish with you when leaving.
Toilets
- Non-flush toilets
Picnic tables
Maps and downloads
Prohibited
Camp fires and solid fuel burners
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