Chaelundi Campground in The Gulf, NSW — photo 1

Chaelundi Campground

The Gulf, NSW
At a glance
CampgroundFire PlaceToiletsDrinking WaterTent SiteAccessibleNo Pets

About this campsite

Chaelundi Campground is a nature enthusiast's paradise, nestled amidst lush gum and stringybark trees by the beautiful Chaelundi Creek. It serves as an ideal base to set off on an exploration of the stunning Chaelundi Falls and Lucifer's Thumb lookouts, offering 180-degree vistas of the park and Guy Fawkes River. The campground hosts diverse wildlife, with frequent sightings of red-neck and threatened brush-tailed rock wallabies, and the endangered New England tree frog in the adjacent creek. The site also offers opportunities for swimming and indulging in relaxing walks set against jaw-dropping natural backdrops.

Chaelundi Campground is a nature enthusiast's paradise, nestled amidst a remarkable setting of stringybark and gum forest alongside the serene Chaelundi Creek. Upon setting camp, adventure awaits with the nearby Escarpment walk offering mesmerizing views of the Chaelundi Falls and Lucifers Thumb lookouts. Experience a full-panoramic visual feast of the intricately woven landscapes within the park and sweeping views of Guy Fawkes River. The campground is a regular haunt for red-neck wallabies and if you are lucky, you might catch sight of threatened brush-tailed rock wallabies warming themselves on nearby cliffs. For frog enthusiasts, the endangered New England tree frog makes its home in the Chaelundi Creek. This eco-friendly campground urges visitors not to contaminate the water with detergents or personal hygiene products. The campgrounds are ideal for swimming expeditions and easy walks where spectacular sights of majestic beauty surprise at every turn. This beautiful oasis provides a unique camping experience focused on interaction and coexistence with nature.

How to Get There

Take Sheep Station Creek Road at Dundurrabin. Alternatively, take Marengo Road from Hernani, on the Armidale-Grafton road.

What this place offers

Amenities

Toilets
Drinking Water

Accommodation Types

Tent Site
Campground

Facilities

Picnic Tables

Fees

Camping Fee

Rules & Accessibility

Accessible
No Pets

Other Features

Fire Place
Day Rest Area
"
Photo Opportunity
No Long Rigs
A short walk from your vehicle to the campground
Walking
Unknown feature
No Caravans
"Please don't pollute the creek with soap or any other substance
Day Use Area

Location

Chaelundi Campground•Jordans Track, The Gulf, NSW, 2365

Weather Forecast

Data from MET Norway
MON🌦️
29° / 17°
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TUE☁️
28° / 16°
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WED🌤️
24° / 11°
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THU☁️
23° / 10°
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FRI☁️
22° / 12°
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Common questions about Chaelundi Campground

What facilities does Chaelundi Campground have?

Chaelundi Campground has fire place, toilets, drinking water, day rest area, camping fee and ". 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 Chaelundi Campground?

No. The record for Chaelundi Campground 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 Chaelundi Campground online?

We hold no online booking link for Chaelundi Campground, 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 Chaelundi Campground?

Chaelundi Campground sits in The Gulf, 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 Chaelundi Campground

Facilities recorded for Chaelundi Campground
FacilityOn site
Fire PlaceYes
ToiletsYes
Drinking WaterYes
Day Rest AreaYes
Camping FeeYes
"Yes
Picnic TablesYes
Photo OpportunityYes
Tent SiteYes
No Long RigsYes
CampgroundYes
A short walk from your vehicle to the campgroundYes
WalkingYes
Yes
AccessibleYes
No CaravansYes
"Please don't pollute the creek with soap or any other substanceYes
Day Use AreaYes
No PetsYes

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Fire Danger
Low–Moderate
Tomorrow
29°·43%·20km/h
Low–Moderate
Tue
28°·20%·16km/h
No Rating
Wed
24°·28%·21km/h
Low–Moderate
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Jordans Track

The Gulf, NSW 2365

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