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Six Mile Creek Campground

Tantawangalo, NSW
At a glanceFree campsite
Free CampingCaravansAccessibleNo PetsTent SiteToiletsFire Place

About this campsite

Get ready to immerse yourself in the tranquility of nature at the Six Mile Creek Campground. Tucked away amidst the lush eucalypt forest, this quaint campsite offers a wonderful escape from urban living with plenty of opportunities for hiking, birdwatching and relaxing. Follow the scenic Six Mile Creek Walk to a viewing platform for stunning waterfall views, and don't forget to bring a barbecue pack for an enjoyable outdoor lunch. Ideal for both tent and camper trailer camping, Six Mile Creek Campground promises an unforgettable outdoor experience.

Six Mile Creek Campground is a unique, intimate camping experience nestled within a lush, wet eucalyptus forest. This free campground is perfectly suited for tent campers and camper trailers alike. Relish in the tranquility of nature's soundtrack while enjoying one of the four cozy campsites available. In addition to the camping experience, engage in an adventurous 300-meter Six Mile Creek walk that takes you to an inspiring viewing platform. From this vantage point, you'll witness the marvel of cascading waters rushing towards Tantawangalo Creek. An ideal opportunity for a memorable lunch, so don't forget to pack your favorite barbecue fixings! By aligning with the natural world at Six Mile Creek Campground, you'll refuel your soul with serenity, connect more deeply with the environment, and create lasting memories. This is much more than a campground, it's a life experience waiting to happen.

How to Get There

Getting there: From Bega, drive south along the Princes Highway and turn right onto Bega Candelo Road. After about 9km you'll reach Candelo - cross the bridge, turn left and then turn right into Tantawangalo Mountain Road.

What this place offers

Amenities

Toilets

Accommodation Types

Campground
Caravans
Tent Site

Facilities

Picnic Tables
Shade

Rules & Accessibility

Accessible
No Pets

Other Features

Campgrounds
Dry Access Only
Non potable tank water – BYO drinking water
Wood BBQs and picnic tables – BYO firewood
Walking
Non Drinking Water
Free Overnight Camp
Bin
National Park
Camp Trailers
Fire Place
Unknown feature

Location

Six Mile Creek Campground•Tantawangalo Mt Road, Tantawangalo, NSW, 2550

Common questions about Six Mile Creek Campground

Is Six Mile Creek Campground free to camp at?

We have Six Mile Creek Campground in Tantawangalo, 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 Six Mile Creek Campground have?

Six Mile Creek Campground has campgrounds, campground, dry access only, non potable tank water – byo drinking water, caravans and wood bbqs and picnic tables – byo firewood. That is the short list; 19 facilities are recorded for this site in total.

Are dogs allowed at Six Mile Creek Campground?

The record for Six Mile Creek Campground lists "No Pets", 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 Six Mile Creek Campground online?

We hold no online booking link for Six Mile Creek Campground, 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 Six Mile Creek Campground?

Six Mile Creek Campground sits in Tantawangalo, 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 Six Mile Creek Campground

Facilities recorded for Six Mile Creek Campground
FacilityOn site
CampgroundsYes
CampgroundYes
Dry Access OnlyYes
Non potable tank water – BYO drinking waterYes
CaravansYes
Wood BBQs and picnic tables – BYO firewoodYes
Picnic TablesYes
WalkingYes
Non Drinking WaterYes
AccessibleYes
ShadeYes
Free Overnight CampYes
BinYes
National ParkYes
No PetsYes
Tent SiteYes
Camp TrailersYes
ToiletsYes
Fire PlaceYes
Yes

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Free camp — fee unconfirmed

We hold this as a free camp but have not confirmed the fee — check before you go

Free campsite — no booking needed, sites are first come, first served.

Listed as a free camp — we have not confirmed the fee with the operator
Councils and new owners do bring in fees, so ring ahead or check signage
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Tantawangalo Mt Road

Tantawangalo, NSW 2550

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Six Mile Creek Campground

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