Paddys River Dam Campsite

Snowy Mountains

Snowy Mountains

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Free CampingTent Site

About this campsite

Free camping at Paddys River Dam in Bago State Forest near Tumbarumba. Tent sites, toilets, barbecues, dog-friendly. No bookings required for this scenic bush location.

Paddys River Dam Campsite sits within Bago State Forest on the Bago Plateau, surrounded by alpine ash forests near Tumbarumba. This free camping area provides tent sites alongside a small dam, with basic facilities including pit toilets, barbecues, a sheltered picnic area with fireplaces, and car parking. The site accommodates caravans and camper trailers, and dogs are permitted. Access is via Back Creek Road and connecting forest roads from Tumbarumba. No bookings are required for this peaceful bush camping location managed by Forestry Corporation of NSW.

What this place offers

Accommodation Types

Tent Site

Free Camping

Location

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Common questions about Paddys River Dam Campsite

Is Paddys River Dam Campsite free to camp at?

Yes. Paddys River Dam Campsite in VIC 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: tent site and free camping.

What facilities does Paddys River Dam Campsite have?

Paddys River Dam Campsite has tent site and free camping. Facilities at camps change, particularly after a wet season, so check the operator or the managing authority if one of them decides your trip. The list comes from the site record rather than a visit, so treat it as a guide.

Can you book Paddys River Dam Campsite online?

We hold no online booking link for Paddys River Dam Campsite, 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 Paddys River Dam Campsite?

Paddys River Dam Campsite sits in VIC. 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 Paddys River Dam Campsite

Facilities recorded for Paddys River Dam Campsite
Facility	On site
Tent Site	Yes
Free Camping	Yes

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