
Copeton Dam Northern Foreshore Camping Area

Copeton Dam Northern Foreshore Camping Area
About this campsite
Perfect for travellers seeking an outdoor adventure, the Northern Foreshore of the Copeton Dam offers a well-equipped camping area with comforts like hot showers and free BBQ facilities. It's conveniently accessible, being just 17km away from Inverell. The area caters to outdoor enthusiasts with various recreational activities and also includes a playground for kids. It's an ideal spot for a family camping trip or a retreat into nature.
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Copeton Dam Northern Foreshore Camping Area•Auburn Vale Road, Copeton, NSW, 2360
Common questions about Copeton Dam Northern Foreshore Camping Area
What facilities does Copeton Dam Northern Foreshore Camping Area have?
Copeton Dam Northern Foreshore Camping Area has fossicking site, campgrounds, fishing spot, accessible, photo opportunity and no pets. That is the short list; 25 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 Copeton Dam Northern Foreshore Camping Area?
The record for Copeton Dam Northern Foreshore Camping Area lists "No Pets", 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 Copeton Dam Northern Foreshore Camping Area online?
We hold no online booking link for Copeton Dam Northern Foreshore Camping Area, so it is not bookable through this page. For sites like this, turning up early in the day is the surest way to get a spot, particularly in peak season.
Where is Copeton Dam Northern Foreshore Camping Area?
Copeton Dam Northern Foreshore Camping Area sits in Copeton, 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 Copeton Dam Northern Foreshore Camping Area
| Facility | On site |
|---|---|
| Fossicking Site | Yes |
| Campgrounds | Yes |
| Fishing Spot | Yes |
| Accessible | Yes |
| Photo Opportunity | Yes |
| No Pets | Yes |
| Swimming | Yes |
| Walking | Yes |
| Fire Place | Yes |
| Children's Play Facility | Yes |
| Public Boat Ramp | Yes |
| Drinking Water | Yes |
| Bird Watching | Yes |
| Park Use Fee | Yes |
| Tent Site | Yes |
| Campground | Yes |
| Hot Showers | Yes |
| Caravans | Yes |
| Camping Fee | Yes |
| Laundromat | Yes |
| Bin | Yes |
| Boat Ramp | Yes |
| Toilets | Yes |
| Power | Yes |
| Picnic Tables | Yes |
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