Brandons Bend Reserve Camping Area
Brandons Bend Reserve Camping Area
About this campsite
Brandons Bend Reserve Camping Area is a beautifully pristine and accessible location near the Sturt Highway. This campground is ideal for outdoor adventures with opportunities for fishing, swimming, and canoeing along the Murrumbidgee River. Its 4WD-accessible terrain allows guests to explore beyond the highway, close to the river's edge. With its expansive level ground, it provides various options for camping in either sunny or shady areas, making it an excellent overnight rest spot for transients.
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Brandons Bend Reserve Camping Area•Sturt Highway, Hay South, NSW, 2711
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Is Brandons Bend Reserve Camping Area free to camp at?
Yes. Brandons Bend Reserve Camping Area in Hay South, NSW is a free camp, so there is no nightly fee to stay. There is no booking system for it, so plan on first in, best dressed, especially on long weekends.
What facilities does Brandons Bend Reserve Camping Area have?
Brandons Bend Reserve Camping Area has picnic tables, tent site, swimming, camping area, walking and canoeing kayaking. That is the short list; 19 facilities are recorded for this site in total. Facilities at camps change, particularly after a wet season, so check the operator or the managing authority if one of them decides your trip.
Are dogs allowed at Brandons Bend Reserve Camping Area?
No. The record for Brandons Bend Reserve Camping Area lists "No Pets", so dogs are not allowed here. That is common in national parks and conservation reserves, where the rule protects wildlife and other campers. If the dog is coming with you, look at the nearby sites on this page and check their rules before you drive out.
Can you book Brandons Bend Reserve Camping Area online?
We hold no online booking link for Brandons Bend Reserve Camping Area, so it is not bookable through this page. Many parks and showgrounds still require a booking, so contact the operator before you go. Their website or phone number is the fastest way to confirm a site.
Where is Brandons Bend Reserve Camping Area?
Brandons Bend Reserve Camping Area sits in Hay South, NSW. The map on this page shows the exact spot, and the coordinates travel straight into your navigation app. Check road conditions before you set out if you are towing, since access tracks can change with the weather.
Facilities at Brandons Bend Reserve Camping Area
| Facility | On site |
|---|---|
| Picnic Tables | Yes |
| Tent Site | Yes |
| Swimming | Yes |
| Camping Area | Yes |
| Walking | Yes |
| Canoeing Kayaking | Yes |
| Free Camping | Yes |
| Fire Place | Yes |
| Mobile Phone Coverage | Yes |
| No Pets | Yes |
| Free Overnight Camp | Yes |
| On the bank of the Murrumbidgee River | Yes |
| Fishing Spot | Yes |
| Be careful after rain even with a 4WD | Yes |
| Shade | Yes |
| Dry Access Only | Yes |
| Yes | |
| Bird Watching | Yes |
| Campgrounds | Yes |
| River Fishing | Yes |
| Caravans | Yes |
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Sturt Highway
Hay South, NSW 2711