Photo credits
- Photo 1: Jaymie Norris © DPE
- Photo 2: DPE
- Photo 3: DPE
- Photo 4: DPE
- Photo 5: Gareth Telfer © DCCEEW
- Photo 6: Gareth Telfer © DCCEEW
- Photo 7: Gareth Telfer © DCCEEW
- Photo 8: Gareth Telfer © DCCEEW
- Photo 9: Gareth Telfer © DCCEEW
Teilta Campground and Picnic Area
Avenel-Mount Westwood National Park, New South Wales, Australia
About this place
Wide-open desert camping for sunsets, geology and starry nights.
- Campsites
- 6
- Camping setup
- Tents, Camper trailers, Caravans
Teilta campground and picnic area is set on desert grassland in Avenel–Mount Westwood National Park, between the broader Broken Hill and Tibooburra touring region. Tents and caravans can use it as a base for a self-sufficient outback trip.
Explore the area's geology and history, then stay for sunset and the night sky. Check current road conditions, carry adequate water and follow NPWS remote-travel advice.
What this place offers
- Flush toilets
- Unpowered sites
- Unmarked sites
- Gas/electric barbecues (free)
- Picnic tables
Getting there
From Broken Hill (2 hours): Drive north on Silver City Highway (towards Tibooburra) for about 31km. Turn left on Corona Road and drive for almost 97km Continue straight on Border Downs Road for 2.5km. Take a sharp right onto Teilta Road and drive for 1km. Veer right into the campground and drive 500m to the Teilta Store, picnic area and carpark. From Tibooburra (3 hours): Drive south on Silver City Highway (towards Broken Hill) for about 272km. Turn right onto Mount Westwood Road and drive for almost 56km. Turn left onto Corona Road and drive for 1.5km. Turn right onto Border Downs Road and drive for 2.5km. Take a sharp right onto Teilta Road and drive for 1km. Veer right into the campground and drive 500m to the Teilta Store, picnic area and carpark. Please bring extra provisions because roads may close for extended periods due to rain. After heavy rainfall, roads may close to all vehicles or access may be restricted to 4WD vehicles for as long as 3 months. Contact Broken Hill park office for updates. Road quality: Unsealed roads Vehicle access: Most roads require 4WD vehicle Weather restrictions: Dry weather only
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
Avenel-Mount Westwood National Park, New South Wales, Australia
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