Photo credits
- Photo 1: John Spencer/NSW Government
- Photo 2: John Spencer/NSW Government
- Photo 3: John Spencer/NSW Government
- Photo 4: John Spencer/NSW Government
Horse Swamp Campground
Barrington Tops State Conservation Area, New South Wales, Australia
About this place
A remote 4WD camp among snow gums and open Barrington Tops plains.
- Campsites
- 8
- Camping setup
- Tents, Camper trailers, Caravans
Horse Swamp campground sits in the high plateau country of Barrington Tops State Conservation Area. Open plains and snow gums give this remote camp a markedly different feel from the lower river valleys.
Explore the permitted 4WD and mountain-bike routes, keeping weather and track conditions in mind. Check NPWS for current access advice and arrive equipped for a self-reliant high-country stay.
What this place offers
- Non-flush toilets
- Unpowered sites
- Unmarked sites
- Wood barbecues (bring your own firewood)
- Picnic tables
- Carpark
Getting there
Horse Swamp campground is in the state conservation area of Barrington Tops State Conservation Area. To get there: From Gloucester: Take Thunderbolts Way; this road becomes Scone Road and Barrington Tops Forest Road. 5km past Polblue campground, turn right into Tubrabucca Road. Travel 2 km to arrive at Horse Swamp campground From Scone: Take Grundy Road to Moonan Flat and take Moonan Brook Road Turn left into Barrington Tops Forest Road Travel 2km past the Dingo Gate on Barrington Tops Forest Road Turn left onto Tubrabucca Road Travel 2km to arrive at Horse Swamp campground Road quality: Unsealed roads Vehicle access: 2WD vehicles Weather restrictions: Dry weather only Parking: There's an informal parking area at the campground and you can also park at to your campsite.
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
Barrington Tops State Conservation Area, New South Wales, Australia
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