Illilawa Reserve Camping Area in Hay, NSW — photo 1

Illilawa Reserve Camping Area

Hay, NSW
At a glanceFree campsite
Free CampingNo PetsSwimmingRiver FishingFishing SpotCaravansTent Site

About this campsite

Escape the hectic city lifestyle at Illilawa Reserve Camping Area. Situated just off the highway, alongside the calming Murrumbidgee River, it's a haven for nature enthusiasts and fishing aficionados alike. Unwind under the shade of the river gums, cast a line and wait for a big catch. This peaceful riverside spot offers a charmed experience for campers and day visitors.

Escape the hustle and bustle at Illilawa Reserve Camping Area, a serene haven nestled along the Murrumbidgee River, just 750m off the highway. Surrounded by enchanting river gums, it's the perfect place to relax or even try your hand at catching cod fish. Come experience the tranquility, you'll be hooked!

How to Get There

Proceed to waypoint on the Mid Western Highway, 8km east of Hay. Turn south on to a dirt track and follow for about 750m to the river.

What this place offers

Activities

Swimming
Fishing Spot

Accommodation Types

Free Camping
Camping Area
Caravans
Tent Site

Facilities

Picnic Tables
Shade

Rules & Accessibility

No Pets

Other Features

Bin
Overnight Rest Area
Free Overnight Camp
Canoeing Kayaking
Walking
Campgrounds
River Fishing
Dry Access Only
Long Rig
Bird Watching
Unknown feature
On north bank of Murrumbidgee River
Day Rest Area
Day Use Area
Mobile Phone Coverage

Location

Illilawa Reserve Camping Area•Mid Western Highway, Hay, NSW, 2711

Common questions about Illilawa Reserve Camping Area

Is Illilawa Reserve Camping Area free to camp at?

Yes. Illilawa Reserve Camping Area in Hay, 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. Facilities on site: bin, no pets, overnight rest area and free camping.

What facilities does Illilawa Reserve Camping Area have?

Illilawa Reserve Camping Area has bin, no pets, overnight rest area, free camping, free overnight camp and swimming. That is the short list; 23 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 Illilawa Reserve Camping Area?

The record for Illilawa Reserve 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 Illilawa Reserve Camping Area online?

We hold no online booking link for Illilawa Reserve 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 Illilawa Reserve Camping Area?

Illilawa Reserve Camping Area sits in Hay, 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 Illilawa Reserve Camping Area

Facilities recorded for Illilawa Reserve Camping Area
FacilityOn site
BinYes
No PetsYes
Overnight Rest AreaYes
Free CampingYes
Free Overnight CampYes
SwimmingYes
Canoeing KayakingYes
WalkingYes
CampgroundsYes
River FishingYes
Dry Access OnlyYes
Long RigYes
Picnic TablesYes
Fishing SpotYes
Bird WatchingYes
Camping AreaYes
Yes
ShadeYes
On north bank of Murrumbidgee RiverYes
Day Rest AreaYes
CaravansYes
Day Use AreaYes
Mobile Phone CoverageYes
Tent SiteYes

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Mid Western Highway

Hay, NSW 2711

Illilawa Reserve Camping Area

Free · no booking needed