Youngville campground
Mount Royal National Park
Visitor info
All the practical information you need to know about Youngville campground.
Getting there and parking
Youngville campground is in the centre of Mount Royal National Park. To get there:
- Continue along Mount Royal Road until you reach the campground
Road quality
Check the weather before you set out as the road to Youngville campground can become boggy when it rains.
- Unsealed roads
Vehicle access
- 2WD vehicles (no long vehicle access)
Weather restrictions
- 4WD required in wet weather
Parking
Parking is available at Youngville campground.
Best times to visit
There are lots of great things waiting for you in Mount Royal National Park. Here are some of the highlights.
Spring
This is the best time of year to tackle the hike to Pieries Peak for spectacular scenic views of the area.
Summer
Enjoy a shady barbecue at Youngville picnic area.
Winter
Orchids are in flower at this time of year, so take a walk to Carrow Brook to enjoy them.
Weather, temperature and rainfall
Summer temperature
Average
17°C and 30°C
Highest recorded
42.5°C
Winter temperature
Average
7°C and 17°C
Lowest recorded
-1.7°C
Rainfall
Wettest month
January
Driest month
August
The area’s highest recorded rainfall in one day
146mm
Facilities
- Water is not available at this campground.
- Rubbish bins are not available, so please take your rubbish with you when leaving.
Toilets
- Non-flush toilets
Picnic tables
Barbecue facilities
- Gas/electric barbecues (free)
- Fire rings (bring your own firewood)
- Wood barbecues (bring your own firewood)
Carpark
Maps and downloads
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.
Generators
Generators are not permitted in this campground.
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 Mount Royal National Park in the North Coast and Country NSW regions
Mount Royal National Park is always open but may have to close at times due to poor weather or fire danger.