Burrawang Reach picnic area
Georges River National Park
Visitor info
All the practical information you need to know about the Burrawang Reach picnic area.
Getting there and parking
Burrawang Reach picnic area is in the Morgans Creek precinct of Georges River National Park. To get there:
- From Henry Lawson Drive, turn into Burrawang Reach Road opposite The River Road
- Continue straight and follow the road along the river to the end
Road quality
- Sealed roads
Vehicle access
- 2WD vehicles
Weather restrictions
- All weather
Parking
Parking is available in gravel and bitumen carparks at Burrawang Reach picnic area.
It can be a busy place on the weekend, so parking might be limited.
Best times to visit
There are lots of great things waiting for you in Georges River National Park. Here are some of the highlights.
Spring
The park comes alive during spring, with wonderful wildflowers and abundant wildlife – try the Yeramba Lagoon walk.
Summer
Take to the water in your canoe, kayak or jetski, or strap on your waterskis for hours of fun along the Georges River The summer holiday information has important tips to help you plan your day to Georges River National Park during the busy holiday period .
Winter
Fishermen take note – this is a great time of year to head to the rich fishing grounds along the Georges River to catch yellow-finned bream.
Weather, temperature and rainfall
Summer temperature
Average
18°C and 26°C
Highest recorded
42°C
Winter temperature
Average
7°C and 17°C
Lowest recorded
-0.6°C
Rainfall
Wettest month
March
Driest month
September
The area’s highest recorded rainfall in one day
254.5mm
Facilities
Toilets
There are ambulant flush toilets at the picnic area.
- Flush toilets
Picnic tables
Barbecue facilities
- Gas/electric barbecues (free)
Carpark
Step-free access
- The picnic area is flat and step-free, with concrete paths that lead to the toilets.
- To get to the rest of the facilities, you'll need to cross over grass and hard-packed ground.
- At the stone seawall, there are 3 steps to reach the river, but there are other spots where you can access the water including a boat ramp and pontoon.
- Step-free outdoor pathways
Maps and downloads
Accessibility
Disability access level - medium
- Burrawang Reach picnic area is flat and step-free.
- There ambulant toilets with concrete pathways that lead up to them.
- To get to other parts of the picnic area, you'll need to cross over flat grass and hard-packed ground.
- At the stone seawall, there are 3 steps to reach the river where assistance may be required. There are also other spots where you can access the water including a boat ramp and pontoon.
Permitted
Fishing
A current NSW recreational fishing licence is required when fishing in all waters.
Prohibited
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.
Operated by
- Royal National Park Visitor Centre
- 8.30am to 4.30pm daily. Closed Christmas Day.
- 02 9542 0648
- 1300 072 757 for campground and cottage bookings
- npws.royal@environment.nsw.gov.au
- 2 Lady Carrington Drive, Audley, NSW 2232
Park info
- in Georges River National Park in the Sydney and surrounds region
Georges River National Park is open from 6am to 7.30pm during daylight savings (6am – 6.30pm at other times) 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. The park has coin-operated pay machines at the gate. Please bring correct coins, as no change is given. You can also pay for your visit via the Park’nPay app.
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