Photo credits
- Photo 1: Audrey Kutzner © DPIE
Lake Yarrunga Campgrounds: Kangaroo River
Morton National Park, New South Wales, Australia
About this place
Paddle-only Kangaroo River camping east of Tallowa Dam.
- Campsites
- 16
- Camping setup
- Tents
The Kangaroo River section of Lake Yarrunga offers waterside campsites in Morton National Park, reached by canoe or kayak from Tallowa Dam. Paddle north-east towards Kangaroo Valley through forested river country.
Plan your return journey as well as the overnight stop, including weather and water conditions. The official page provides current site and booking information for this boat-access camp.
What this place offers
- Non-flush toilets
- Unpowered sites
- Unmarked sites
Getting there
The access point is at Tallowa Dam. Tallowa Dam is located around 23km from Kangaroo Valley, at the junction of the Shoalhaven and Kangaroo River within Morton National Park. To get there from Kangaroo Valley: Head north-west and take the Mt Scanzi Road turnoff towards Tallowa Dam – around 500m. Continue south-west and onto Tallow Dam Road After 20mins you’ll reach Tallowa Dam. Park here and kayak or canoe to the campgrounds. Vehicle access: No vehicle access Parking: There is no parking or vehicle access to the campgrounds. Access is by canoe or kayak only (non-powered boat) from the boat ramp at Tallowa Dam carpark.
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.
- Campfires are not permitted; check NPWS for current fire rules.
Where you'll be
Morton National Park, New South Wales, Australia
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