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- Photo 1: Leah Pippos © DPIE
- Photo 2: Leah Pippos © DPIE
- Photo 3: Leah Pippos © DPE
- Photo 4: John Spencer © OEH
- Photo 5: John Spencer © OEH
- Photo 6: John Spencer © OEH
Mann River Campground and Picnic Area
Mann River Nature Reserve, New South Wales, Australia
About this place
Family-friendly bush camping on the Mann River near Glen Innes.
- Campsites
- 15
- Camping setup
- Tents, Camper trailers, Caravans
Mann River campground and picnic area sits by the river in Mann River Nature Reserve, east of Glen Innes. The bush setting makes it a natural pause on a road trip or a base for a family nature break.
Spend time by the water and swim when conditions are suitable, then return to the picnic area. Check current river and reserve advice before your visit.
What this place offers
- Non-flush toilets
- Unpowered sites
- Marked sites
- Wood barbecues (bring your own firewood)
- Gas/electric barbecues (free)
- Picnic tables
- Carpark
Getting there
Mann River campground and picnic area is in Mann River Nature Reserve. To get there: Drive west of Grafton along Gwydir Highway for 125km or east from Glen Innes for 37km Take the unsealed Old Grafton Road and drive for approximately 2km before descending 14km on sealed road to the base of Big Hill Drive for 150m on an unsealed road to the campground turn off For 4WD only, drive the historic (unsealed) Old Grafton road for about 130km from Grafton. Road quality: Check the weather before you set out as the road to Mann River campground can become boggy when it rains. Unsealed roads Vehicle access: 2WD vehicles Weather restrictions: 4WD required in wet weather Parking: Parking is available at Mann River campground and picnic area.
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
Mann River Nature Reserve, New South Wales, Australia
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