Photo credits
- Photo 1: John Spencer/NSW Government
- Photo 2: John Spencer/NSW Government
Black Swamp Campground
Barrington Tops National Park, New South Wales, Australia
About this place
Remote subalpine camping amid Barrington Tops' high-country bushland.
- Campsites
- 5
- Camping setup
- Tents
Black Swamp campground offers a simple base in the subalpine country of Barrington Tops National Park. The remote setting is better suited to travellers prepared for changing high-country conditions than to those seeking a serviced holiday park.
Walk into the surrounding landscape and watch for wildlife before returning to camp. Check the current park access and weather advice when planning a stay.
What this place offers
- Unpowered sites
- Unmarked sites
Getting there
Black Swamp campground is in the Barrington Tops precinct of Barrington Tops National Park. The campground can only be accessed by foot. To get there: From Gloucester: Take Thunderbolts Way; this road becomes Scone Road and Barrington Tops Forest Road. Turn left into Barrington trail at Barrington trail picnic area located on the left after passing Devils Hole. Follow Barrington trail for approximately 12.5km to Junction Pools campground. Barrington trail is only open to vehicles from October 1 – May 31. Temporary closures may occur during this period due to weather conditions. Check alerts for current closures. From Junction Pools campground follow Aeroplane Hill walking track for approximately 4km to the campground. From Scone: Take the Hunter Road from Scone Turn right on to Moonan Brook Road, then turn left on Barrington Tops Forest Road. Turn into Barrington trail, which is on the right 1km past Polblue. Follow Barrington trail for around 12.5km to Junction Pools campground. Barrington trail is only open to vehicles from October 1 – May 31. Temporary closures may occur during this period due to weather conditions. Check alerts for current closures. From Junction Pools campground follow Aeroplane Hill walking track for approximately 4km to the campground. From Mount Barrington: Follow Barrington trail for approximately 15km to Mount Barrington. Barrington trail is only open to vehicles from October 1 – May 31. Temporary closures may occur during this period due to weather conditions. Check alerts for current closures. From Mount Barrington follow Careys Peak walking track for approximately 7km. Turn left on Big Hole trail, follow for approximately 2km to the campground. Alternatively, the campground can also be accessed via: Link Trail - Gloucester Tops to Careys Peak. Or the more challenging Corker trail. Road quality: Roads may become slippery in wet weather. Unsealed roads Vehicle access: All roads require 4WD vehicle Weather restrictions: All weather Parking: Parking is available at Junction Pools campground and Mount Barrington picnic area.
Things to know
- Check booking requirements and current NPWS park alerts before travelling.
- Pets are not permitted; certified assistance animals are excepted.
Where you'll be
Barrington Tops National Park, New South Wales, Australia
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