Rocks Ferry Reserve Rest Area in Wauchope, NSW — photo 1

Rocks Ferry Reserve Rest Area

Wauchope, NSW
At a glanceFree campsite
Free CampingToiletsBBQFishing SpotFire PlacePets WelcomeDrinking WaterCaravansBoat Ramp

About this campsite

Rocks Ferry Reserve Rest Area is a riverside park located along the Hastings River, complemented with a public boat ramp. Visitors can indulge in various recreational activities such as fishing and boating, with the addition of a new pontoon alongside the boat ramp. The area also includes a sheltered gravel beach that caters to all age groups. The parking facilities are adequate, allowing overnight stays, while still maintaining certain regulations to ensure the protection of its grassed areas. An ideal place for a serene outdoor experience.

Rocks Ferry Reserve Rest Area is an inviting park situated along the banks of the Hastings River. Boasting a public boat ramp and a brand-new pontoon, this locale has become a favorite for fishing and boating enthusiasts. The park also features a sheltered gravel beach, a safe and enjoyable spot for people of all ages. The vast parking area caters to both day-trippers and overnight travelers, providing ample space irrespective of the crowd. Unlike other parks under the council's jurisdiction, this Park greets visitors with a broader sense of freedom, unhindered by signs prohibiting camping or overnighting. Of course, there are general prohibitions visible throughout the park, including bans on cars and camping - although application of these rules seems primarily intended for grassy areas, not the vast parking space. Rocks Ferry Reserve Rest Area, a preferred spot for many, surely strikes a blend of fun and relaxation! Come, see for yourself!

What this place offers

Amenities

Toilets
Drinking Water

Activities

Public Boat Ramp
Fishing Spot
Boat Ramp

Accommodation Types

Free Camping
Caravans

Facilities

BBQ
Shade
Picnic Tables

Rules & Accessibility

Pets Welcome
Accessible

Other Features

Photo Opportunity
Overnight Rest Area
Bin
On the bank of the Hastings River
Mobile Phone Coverage
Day Rest Area
Day Use Area
Unknown feature
Fire Place
Boat Ramps
Free Overnight Camp
Maximum 24 hrs
Public boat ramp
Long Rig
River Fishing

Location

Rocks Ferry Reserve Rest Area•Rocks Ferry Road, Wauchope, NSW, 2446

Common questions about Rocks Ferry Reserve Rest Area

Is Rocks Ferry Reserve Rest Area free to camp at?

We have Rocks Ferry Reserve Rest Area in Wauchope, NSW recorded as a free camp, but we have not confirmed that with the operator, so treat it as unconfirmed. Sites change hands and councils bring in fees, so check the current rate before you commit to the drive.

What facilities does Rocks Ferry Reserve Rest Area have?

Rocks Ferry Reserve Rest Area has photo opportunity, overnight rest area, bin, public boat ramp, toilets and on the bank of the hastings river. That is the short list; 26 facilities are recorded for this site in total. The list comes from the site record rather than a visit, so treat it as a guide.

Are dogs allowed at Rocks Ferry Reserve Rest Area?

The record for Rocks Ferry Reserve Rest Area lists "Pets Welcome", 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 Rocks Ferry Reserve Rest Area online?

We hold no online booking link for Rocks Ferry Reserve Rest 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 Rocks Ferry Reserve Rest Area?

Rocks Ferry Reserve Rest Area sits in Wauchope, 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 Rocks Ferry Reserve Rest Area

Facilities recorded for Rocks Ferry Reserve Rest Area
FacilityOn site
Photo OpportunityYes
Overnight Rest AreaYes
BinYes
Public Boat RampYes
ToiletsYes
On the bank of the Hastings RiverYes
Mobile Phone CoverageYes
Day Rest AreaYes
Day Use AreaYes
BBQYes
Yes
ShadeYes
Picnic TablesYes
Free CampingYes
Fishing SpotYes
Fire PlaceYes
Boat RampsYes
Free Overnight CampYes
Maximum 24 hrsYes
Pets WelcomeYes
Drinking WaterYes
CaravansYes
Public boat rampYes
Long RigYes
Boat RampYes
River FishingYes
AccessibleYes

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Rocks Ferry Road

Wauchope, NSW 2446

Rocks Ferry Reserve Rest Area

Free · no booking needed