
Rocks Ferry Reserve Rest Area

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