Bruce Porter Reserve
Bruce Porter Reserve
About this rest area
Bruce Porter Reserve is a picturesque site located in Laurieton, nestled on the banks of the Camden Haven River. The reserve offers a public wharf for fishing enthusiasts, a boat ramp, and acts as the base for Camden Haven Air Sea Rescue. It's known for hosting Laurieton's popular monthly markets on the third Sunday of each month. One of its notable features is a shark sculpture, marking the highest flood level in Laurieton's history.
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Bruce Porter Reserve•1 Short Street, Laurieton, NSW, 2443
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What facilities does Bruce Porter Reserve have?
Bruce Porter Reserve has boat ramp, public wharf, pets welcome, sculpture, caravans and bin. That is the short list; 15 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 Bruce Porter Reserve?
The record for Bruce Porter Reserve lists "Pets Welcome", so dogs are welcome here. National parks and conservation areas nearby often take a different view, so check the rules for any day trips you have planned. Keep them on a lead around other campers and clean up after them, and nobody has a problem with it.
Can you book Bruce Porter Reserve online?
We hold no online booking link for Bruce Porter Reserve, 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 Bruce Porter Reserve?
Bruce Porter Reserve sits in Laurieton, 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 Bruce Porter Reserve
| Facility | On site |
|---|---|
| Boat Ramp | Yes |
| Public Wharf | Yes |
| Pets Welcome | Yes |
| Sculpture | Yes |
| Caravans | Yes |
| Bin | Yes |
| Day Use Area | Yes |
| Yes | |
| Monthly Markets | Yes |
| Picnic Tables | Yes |
| Fishing Spot | Yes |
| Day Rest Area | Yes |
| Tables | Yes |
| Mobile Phone Coverage | Yes |
| River Fishing | Yes |
| Long Rig | Yes |
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1 Short Street
Laurieton, NSW 2443