Yachting Point campground
Tumut area in Kosciuszko National Park
Visitor Info
All the practical information you need to know about Yachting Point campground.
Getting there and parking
Yachting Point campground is in the northern precinct of Kosciuszko National Park. To get there:
- Follow the directions to Tumut Visitor Centre.
- Then continue for approximately 31km south along Snowy Mountains Highway.
- The campground is adjacent to the highway next to the dam.
Parking
There's an informal gravel carpark at the campground. You can also park next to your campsite.
Facilities
- Water is not available. Dam water can be used but should be boiled before drinking.
- There are no rubbish bins. Don't empty rubbish or caravan fluids into drop toilets. Please carry out what you carry in.
- Firewood is not provided.
Toilets
- Non-flush toilets
Picnic tables
Barbecue facilities
- Wood barbecues (bring your own firewood)
Carpark
Step-free access
There's step-free access around the campground but there are no pathways. You'll need to cross over hard-packed ground and grass to reach the campground's facilities.
- Step-free outdoor pathways
Maps and downloads
Accessibility
Disability access level - medium
This campground is mostly flat and there's step-free access to the campsites and facilities but there are no pathways. You'll need to cross over hard-packed ground and grass to get around the campground.
There's are non-flush toilets at the campground, but they're not accessible or ambulant. People with reduced mobility may require assistance.
Permitted
Fishing
A current NSW recreational fishing licence is required when fishing in all waters.
Generators
Prohibited
Drones
Flying a drone for recreational purposes is prohibited in this area. Drones may affect public enjoyment, safety and privacy, interfere with park operations, or pose a threat to wildlife. See the Drones in Parks policy.
This area may be a declared Drone Exclusion Zone, or may be subject to Civil Aviation Safety Authority (CASA) rules for flying near airports, aerodromes and helicopter landing sites. See CASA's Drone Flyer Rules.
Commercial filming and photography
Commercial filming or photography is prohibited without prior consent. You must apply for permission and contact the local office.
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 the Tumut area of Kosciuszko National Park in the Snowy Mountains region
The Tumut area is open all year but some roads and trails may close due to weather conditions or park management issues.
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No park entry fees apply in the Tumut area. See vehicle entry fees for other areas in Kosciuszko National Park.
Buy annual pass
Visitor centre
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Tumut Visitor Centre
The Old Butter Factory, 5 Adelong Road, Tumut NSW 2720 - 9am to 5pm daily. Closed Christmas Day.
- 02 6947 7025