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Saltwater Creek Camping Area

Green Cape, NSW
At a glance
CampgroundCaravansTent SiteBBQToiletsFire PlaceFishing SpotAccessibleSwimming

About this campsite

Saltwater Creek Camping Area, located in Ben Boyd National Park, offers a remote and peaceful camping experience amidst a spectacular coastal setting. Here, you can set your camp among apple gums, swim in the pristine beach, surf, or go fishing. The site is perfect for families with shallow lagoons for the kids and it's also a stopover for the Light to Light walk, allowing for adventurous hiking. Wildlife is abundant, with the opportunity to spot possums, wallabies, goannas, pythons, or lyrebirds. You may even catch a glimpse of dolphins riding the waves or whales on their migration journey.

Saltwater Creek Camping Area makes for an idyllic and remote camping escape. Located in the exquisite Ben Boyd National Park, south coast, near Eden, it offers an exceptional experience for nature and adventure lovers. Here you can pitch your tent amidst the rugged beauty of apple gums, with the richness of wildlife adding to the thrill of it all. Be it taking a deep dive into the crystal-clear waters, riding the waves for an exhilarating surfing thrill or indulging in some fun fishing, the serene beach has it all. With shallow lagoons ideal for safe kiddie splashes or relaxing paddling, it's a paradise for water lovers. The camping area also serves as a spot on the iconic Light to Light walk path, making it a must-visit for hiking enthusiasts too. Wildlife enthusiasts would be delighted with the chance to spot possums, bandicoots, red-necked wallabies, goannas, pythons, lyrebirds and more. The sight of the dolphins dancing on the waves, and the spectacle of whales passing by during their annual migration add a touch of pure magic to your camping experience. So come, immerse yourself in nature - an experience that is as captivating as it is soothing.

What this place offers

Amenities

Toilets

Activities

Fishing
Fishing Spot
Swimming
Beach Fishing

Accommodation Types

Caravans
Tent Site
Camping Area
Campground

Facilities

BBQ
Picnic Tables
Shade

Fees

Camping Fee

Rules & Accessibility

Accessible
No Pets

Other Features

Dry Access Only
Bin
Unknown feature
Photo Opportunity
Fire Place
Walking
Bird watching and bushwalking
No Long Rigs
Suitable for tents and camper trailers
Canoeing Kayaking
National Park
Camp Trailers
Park Use Fee
swimming and kayaking
Bird Watching

Location

Saltwater Creek Camping Area•Duck Hole Forest Road, Green Cape, NSW, 2551

Weather Forecast

Data from MET Norway
TODAY☀️
20° / 19°
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FRI☀️
20° / 18°
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SAT🌤️
20° / 17°
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SUN🌦️
22° / 15°
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MON☁️
17° / 13°
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Common questions about Saltwater Creek Camping Area

What facilities does Saltwater Creek Camping Area have?

Saltwater Creek Camping Area has dry access only, caravans, bin, tent site, bbq and picnic tables. That is the short list; 27 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 Saltwater Creek Camping Area?

No. The record for Saltwater Creek Camping Area 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 Saltwater Creek Camping Area online?

We hold no online booking link for Saltwater Creek Camping Area, 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 Saltwater Creek Camping Area?

Saltwater Creek Camping Area sits in Green Cape, 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 Saltwater Creek Camping Area

Facilities recorded for Saltwater Creek Camping Area
FacilityOn site
Dry Access OnlyYes
CaravansYes
BinYes
Tent SiteYes
BBQYes
Yes
Picnic TablesYes
ToiletsYes
Photo OpportunityYes
Camping FeeYes
Fire PlaceYes
FishingYes
Fishing SpotYes
ShadeYes
AccessibleYes
Camping AreaYes
CampgroundYes
SwimmingYes
Beach FishingYes
WalkingYes
Bird watching and bushwalkingYes
No Long RigsYes
Suitable for tents and camper trailersYes
Canoeing KayakingYes
National ParkYes
Camp TrailersYes
Park Use FeeYes
No PetsYes
swimming and kayakingYes
Bird WatchingYes

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20°·80%·40km/h
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Tomorrow
20°·76%·47km/h
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20°·82%·36km/h
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Duck Hole Forest Road

Green Cape, NSW 2551

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