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Uralla Fossicking Area

Uralla, NSW
At a glanceFree campsite
Free CampingSwimmingToiletsCaravansRiver FishingDrinking WaterTent SitePets WelcomeFishing Spot

About this campsite

Located in New South Wales, Australia, the Uralla Fossicking Area allows visitors to pan for gold in the Rocky River. Here, one can connect with nature, swim and fish in a calm, relaxing setting. It's not just a destination, but an experience that combines history, adventure and serenity. This peaceful, remote spot offers limited fresh water supply and is best suited for tent camping due to uneven terrain.

Discover the unspoiled serenity of the Uralla Fossicking Area, a hidden gem offering a tranquil getaway. It's a unique spot catering ideally to non-standard camping setups due to its uneven terrain. Nestled by the soothing sounds of the Rocky River, it offers you the opportunity to immerse in nature, whether by taking a refreshing dip, trying your hand at fishing, or exploring your adventurous side by panning for gold. A tap for drinking water complements the rustic, natural charm of the site. It's not just a place to stop by; it's a place to experience, connect with nature and create lasting memories.

How to Get There

Caution: Be sure to travel via waypoint on Kingstown Road. From junction of New England Highway and East Street at Matilda Service Station, turn west into East Street. Follow East Street as it becomes Kingstown Road over bridge across Rocky River to waypoint. Turn north at waypoint onto Devoncourt Road and follow signs. GPS navigation devices may send you down a narrow track on wrong side of creek if you simply use the final GPS point. GPS point shown here is at top of track that leads down to fossicking area to avoid this problem. Continue for another 200m past this point to campsite. If your GPS sends you anywhere else, ignore it.

What this place offers

Amenities

Toilets
Drinking Water

Activities

Swimming
Fishing Spot

Accommodation Types

Camping Area
Caravans
Tent Site
Free Camping

Facilities

Shade
Picnic Tables

Rules & Accessibility

Pets Welcome

Other Features

Fossicking Site
Gold panning in river
River Fishing
Mobile Phone Coverage
Long Rig
Photo Opportunity
Unknown feature
Free Overnight Camp
On the bank of Rocky River
Caution: See driving directions
Walking
Fire Place
Bin
Little to no sun for solar panels

Location

Uralla Fossicking AreaDevoncourt Road, Uralla, NSW, 2358

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Devoncourt Road

Uralla, NSW 2358

Uralla Fossicking Area

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