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Pilliga Sandstone Caves

Coonabarabran, NSW
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CampsiteNo Pets

About this campsite

The Pilliga Sandstone Caves in New South Wales, Australia, are a significant Aboriginal heritage site and a must-visit for nature and history enthusiasts. Inhabited by the local Gamilaraay people, these caves showcase Indigenous rock art and hold spiritual significance. A trek through this unique, ancient formation allows visitors the chance to explore arid woodland, spot local wildlife and learn Indigenous culture and history firsthand.

What this place offers

Facilities

Shade

Rules & Accessibility

No Pets

Other Features

Bird Watching
Walking
Information
National Park
Day Use Area
Aboriginal Art
Photo Opportunity
Place of Interest

Location

Pilliga Sandstone Caves•Pilliga Nature Reserve, Newell Highway, Coonabarabran, NSW, 2357

Weather Forecast

Data from MET Norway
TUE🌤️
24° / 10°
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WED☁️
24° / 13°
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THU☀️
24° / 10°
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FRI🌤️
25° / 12°
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SAT🌧️
22° / 16°
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Common questions about Pilliga Sandstone Caves

What facilities does Pilliga Sandstone Caves have?

Pilliga Sandstone Caves has bird watching, walking, information, national park, day use area and aboriginal art. That is the short list; 9 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 Pilliga Sandstone Caves?

No. The record for Pilliga Sandstone Caves 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 Pilliga Sandstone Caves online?

We hold no online booking link for Pilliga Sandstone Caves, 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 Pilliga Sandstone Caves?

Pilliga Sandstone Caves sits in Coonabarabran, 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 Pilliga Sandstone Caves

Facilities recorded for Pilliga Sandstone Caves
FacilityOn site
Bird WatchingYes
WalkingYes
InformationYes
National ParkYes
Day Use AreaYes
Aboriginal ArtYes
No PetsYes
Photo OpportunityYes
Place of InterestYes
ShadeYes

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Fire Danger
Low–Moderate
Tomorrow
24°·23%·19km/h
Low–Moderate
Wed
24°·25%·22km/h
Low–Moderate
Thu
24°·25%·14km/h
Low–Moderate
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Pilliga Nature Reserve, Newell Highway

Coonabarabran, NSW 2357

Pilliga Sandstone Caves