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Polblue Campground and Picnic Area
Barrington Tops National Park, New South Wales, Australia
About this place
Spacious subalpine camping near Polblue Swamp and Barrington Tops trails.
- Campsites
- 40
- Camping setup
- Tents, Camper trailers, Caravans
Polblue campground and picnic area sits in subalpine woodland, away from the main road in Barrington Tops National Park. Its grassy central area and sites for tents, caravans and camper trailers make it a flexible base for families.
Walk the nearby Polblue Swamp loop through wetlands and high-altitude forest, or explore permitted 4WD routes when open. Keep an eye out for kangaroos and wombats, and check current high-country conditions before travelling.
What this place offers
- Non-flush toilets
- Unpowered sites
- Unmarked sites
- Wood barbecues (bring your own firewood)
- Gas/electric barbecues (free)
- Picnic tables
- Step-free outdoor pathways
Getting there
Polblue campground and picnic area is in the Polblue precinct of Barrington Tops National Park. From Gloucester: Polblue campground and picnic area is a 70km drive from Gloucester. Take Thunderbolts Way from Gloucester for 8km, then continue straight on Scone Road, which later becomes Barrington Tops Forest Road. Polblue campground and picnic area is located 7km on the left after passing the Devils Hole campground and lookout. From Scone: Polblue campground and picnic area is a 75km drive from Scone. Take Gundy Road from Scone, which becomes Hunter Road after the village of Gundy. Continue past Moonan Flat for 1km, and then turn right onto Moonan Brook Road after the small bridge. Turn left onto Barrington Tops Forest Road after 3.5km, which leads to the historic ‘Dingo Gate’ at the entry to Stewarts Brook State Forest. Close the Dingo Gate behind you – it helps stop livestock entering the Barrington Tops state forests and National Park/State Conservation Area. Polblue campground and picnic area is located 7km on the right after the Dingo Gate. Road quality: Road quality can change quickly and the gravel surface can be affected by potholes and corrugations. Unsealed roads Vehicle access: 2WD vehicles Weather restrictions: All weather Parking: There is an informal parking area at Polblue 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
Barrington Tops National Park, New South Wales, Australia
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