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
Wombat Creek Campground
Barrington Tops National Park, New South Wales, Australia
About this place
Walk-in subalpine camping in the remote wilderness of Barrington Tops.
- Campsites
- 5
- Camping setup
- Tents
Wombat Creek is a rustic walk-in campground in the World Heritage-listed subalpine country of Barrington Tops National Park. The remote setting and the short walk from parking make it a choice for campers happy to carry their gear.
Explore on foot and watch for the rare wildlife that lives in this high-country habitat. Prepare for changeable weather and check NPWS access guidance before leaving home.
What this place offers
- Non-flush toilets
- Unpowered sites
- Unmarked sites
- Wood barbecues (bring your own firewood)
Getting there
Wombat Creek campground is in the Barrington Tops precinct of Barrington Tops National Park. The campground can only be accessed by foot. To get there: From Gloucester: Take Thunderbolts Way; this road becomes Scone Road and Barrington Tops Forest Road. Turn left into Barrington trail at Barrington trail picnic area located on the left after passing Devils Hole Follow Barrington trail for approximately 15km to Mount Barrington picnic area Barrington trail is only open to vehicles from October 1 – May 31. Temporary closures may occur during this period due to weather conditions. Check alerts for current closures. From Mount Barrington follow Careys Peak walking track for approximately 7km Turn right and follow The Corker for approximately 1km Turn left and follow Link trail for approximately 400m to the campground From Scone: Take the Hunter Road from Scone Turn right on to Moonan Brook Road, then turn left on Barrington Tops Forest Road. Turn into Barrington trail, which is on the right 1km past Polblue. Follow Barrington trail for around 15km to Mount Barrington Barrington trail is only open to vehicles from October 1 – May 31. Temporary closures may occur during this period due to weather conditions. Check alerts for current closures. From Mount Barrington follow Careys Peak walking track for approximately 7km Turn right and follow The Corker for approximately 1km Turn left and follow Link trail for approximately 400m to the campground Alternatively, the campground can also be accessed via: Aeroplane Hill walking track Link Trail - Gloucester Tops to Careys Peak Or the more challenging Corker trail. Road quality: Roads may become slippery in wet weather. Unsealed roads Vehicle access: All roads require 4WD vehicle Weather restrictions: All weather Parking: Parking is available at Mount Barrington picnic area.
Things to know
- Check booking requirements and current NPWS park alerts before travelling.
- 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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