
Photo credits
- Photo 1: Jacqueline Devereaux
Gales Flat Campground
Morton National Park, New South Wales, Australia
About this place
Walk- or bike-in camping beneath sandstone cliffs on Griffins track.
- Campsites
- 10
- Camping setup
- Tents
Gales Flat campground sits in a remote part of Morton National Park, reached on foot or bicycle via Griffins track from Jacks Corner or Meryla Pass. Towering sandstone cliffs give this rustic stop a striking backdrop.
It suits hikers and mountain bikers breaking a longer route rather than travellers seeking drive-in facilities. Confirm current track access and carry all supplies for the night.
What this place offers
- Unpowered sites
- Unmarked sites
Getting there
Gales Flat campground is in Morton National Park. Access to the campground is walk-in only along Griffins walking track, which has parking at the top and bottom trailheads. To get there via Jacks Corner: From Moss Vale Road, head west along Bendeela Road for 11km. As you go past the pondage, the road will become Jacks Corner Road. Continue on Jacks Corner Road until you reach the Morton National Park trailhead gate at the bottom of Griffins walking track. This is known as Jacks Corner. There are 3 spaces at Jacks Corner where you can park your car From here, you’ll need to walk Griffins walking track 9.8km to the campground. To get there via Meryla Pass: From Moss Vale, head towards Nowra on Yarrawa Road. Turn right onto Meryla Road and follow it 16km through Meryla State Forest to the top of Griffins walking track. This is known as Meryla Pass. There is an informal carpark at Meryla Pass where you can leave your car From here, you’ll need to walk Griffins walking track 1.2km down a steep descent to the campground. Road quality: Mixture of sealed and unsealed roads Vehicle access: No vehicle access Weather restrictions: 4WD required in wet weather Parking: There are 3 parking spaces at Jacks Corner and there is informal parking at Meryla Pass. Please do not block management gates when you park your car.
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
Morton National Park, New South Wales, Australia
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