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- Photo 1: Dan Hough © DPIE
- Photo 2: Courtney Davies © DPIE
- Photo 3: Courtney Davies © DPIE
- Photo 4: Courtney Davies © DPIE
- Photo 5: Courtney Davies © DPIE
Caryapundy lookout Campground
Narriearra Caryapundy Swamp National Park, New South Wales, Australia
About this place
Remote outback camping above Caryapundy Swamp's vast plains.
- Campsites
- 18
- Camping setup
- Tents, Camper trailers, Caravans
Caryapundy lookout campground sits on a small escarpment above the swamp in Narriearra Caryapundy Swamp National Park. When floodwaters arrive, the plains become a haven for waterbirds; when dry, the long views remain the attraction.
Watch the landscape change in daylight and stay for the dark outback sky. This is a self-sufficient trip, so check road conditions and carry adequate water and supplies.
What this place offers
- Non-flush toilets
- Unpowered sites
- Marked sites
- Gas/electric barbecues (free)
- Picnic tables
- Carpark
Getting there
Caryapundy lookout campground is in the Caryapundy lookout area of Narriearra Caryapundy Swamp National Park. It takes about 1hr to drive to the park entrance from Tibooburra. To get to the campground from the park entrance, choose either of these routes: Caryapundy lookout north loop: From Narriearra scenic drive, pass by the Whittabrinnah Hotel precinct Continue past the Caryapundy lookout south loop turn off Then turn left onto Caryapundy lookout north loop and travel for 11km until you reach the campground. Caryapundy lookout south loop (longer route): From Narriearra scenic drive, pass by the Whittabrinnah Hotel precinct. Turn left onto Caryapundy lookout south loop and drive to the campground via Caryapundy tank. The campground is only 4km east of the tank along Caryapundy lookout north loop. Road quality: Unsealed roads Vehicle access: 2WD vehicles Weather restrictions: 4WD required in wet weather Parking: Parking is available beside your tent or caravan in each drive-through camping bay. Please be considerate of other guests and park towards the left of your site. It gives those camping behind you enough space to drive their vehicle around your tent or caravan and through the front of the camping bay.
Things to know
- Check booking requirements and current NPWS park alerts before travelling.
- Bring drinking and cooking water.
- Pets are not permitted; certified assistance animals are excepted.
Where you'll be
Narriearra Caryapundy Swamp National Park, New South Wales, Australia
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