Wingham Riverside Reserve in Wingham, NSW — photo 1

Wingham Riverside Reserve

Wingham, NSW
At a glanceFree campsite
Free CampingDrinking WaterFishing SpotRiver FishingBoat RampPets WelcomeCaravansToiletsBBQ

About this campsite

Wingham Riverside Reserve is a serene getaway spot located at the end of Farquar Street. This charming area, designed for self-contained vehicles, offers various activities such as boating, fishing, and swimming along the edge of the Manning River. The reserve also boasts free electric BBQs and toilet facilities that are open round the clock. Well-maintained by both MidCoast Council and volunteers from the Wingham Advancement Group, the reserve is an excellent place for a picnic or to take a break from travel. It also neighbors the Mick Tuck Memorial Reserve, enhancing it with a beautifully grassed area for picnics and a mosaic seat nestled among a small copse of trees.

The Wingham Riverside Reserve, located in the charming town of Wingham, offers a spectacular natural retreat at the end of Farquar Street. Featuring 'Freedom Camping' for self-contained vehicles, the Reserve can comfortably accommodate up to 15 vans. Amenities include free electric BBQs, picnic tables with benches, 24/7 restrooms, and a boat ramp with an attached pontoon for those looking to indulge in boating, fishing, or swimming in the stunning Manning River. The Reserve is meticulously cared for by MidCoast Council and the dedicated Wingham Advancement Group (WAG) volunteers. These friendly volunteers go above and beyond, ensuring daily clean-up routines, warmly welcoming new visitors and providing crucial information about safety measures, local attractions, and the Reserve's rich history. In case of any social issues, WAG and Police are readily available to ensure a peaceful resolution, making sure your stay at the Reserve is serene and enjoyable. By keeping receipts from town and placing them in the WAG donation box, visitors help collect significant data about tourist spending in Wingham, which can be beneficial for community statistics. Bordering the Reserve, you'll find Mick Tuck Memorial Reserve, a fresh grassy spot perfect for picnics, and a unique mosaic seat nestled within a small copse of trees. This Riverside Reserve offers an idyllic setting for travelers, making it a must-visit location when exploring Wingham.

How to Get There

Follow the brown Tourist signs that direct you to Wingham Riverside Reserve.

What this place offers

Amenities

Drinking Water
Toilets

Activities

Public Boat Ramp
Fishing Spot
Boat Ramp

Accommodation Types

Free Camping
Caravans

Facilities

Shade
Picnic Tables
BBQ

Rules & Accessibility

Pets Welcome

Other Features

Fish cleaning table with tap
Day Use Area
Picnic benches
Day Rest Area
2 x BBQ Shelters with electric plates
Free Overnight Camp
Wingham Museum 400m West on Farquhar St.
"Volunteers 'meet and greet' daily
River Fishing
Mobile Phone Coverage
"
Boat ramp and pontoon
Wingham Brush Nature Reserve adjacent
Toilets open 24/7
Long Rig
On the northern bank of the Manning River
Unknown feature
Boutique shopping in Wingham
Place of Interest
Overnight Rest Area
Boat Ramps
Maximum 24 hrs
Bird Watching
Bin

Location

Wingham Riverside Reserve•Farquhar Street, Wingham, NSW, 2429

Common questions about Wingham Riverside Reserve

Is Wingham Riverside Reserve free to camp at?

We have Wingham Riverside Reserve in Wingham, 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 Wingham Riverside Reserve have?

Wingham Riverside Reserve has fish cleaning table with tap, shade, drinking water, day use area, picnic benches and day rest area. That is the short list; 34 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 Wingham Riverside Reserve?

The record for Wingham Riverside Reserve 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 Wingham Riverside Reserve online?

We hold no online booking link for Wingham Riverside Reserve, 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 Wingham Riverside Reserve?

Wingham Riverside Reserve sits in Wingham, 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 Wingham Riverside Reserve

Facilities recorded for Wingham Riverside Reserve
FacilityOn site
Fish cleaning table with tapYes
ShadeYes
Drinking WaterYes
Day Use AreaYes
Picnic benchesYes
Day Rest AreaYes
2 x BBQ Shelters with electric platesYes
Free Overnight CampYes
Wingham Museum 400m West on Farquhar St.Yes
"Volunteers 'meet and greet' dailyYes
Picnic TablesYes
Public Boat RampYes
Fishing SpotYes
Free CampingYes
River FishingYes
Mobile Phone CoverageYes
Boat RampYes
"Yes
Boat ramp and pontoonYes
Wingham Brush Nature Reserve adjacentYes
Toilets open 24/7Yes
Pets WelcomeYes
CaravansYes
Long RigYes
On the northern bank of the Manning RiverYes
ToiletsYes
Yes
Boutique shopping in WinghamYes
Place of InterestYes
Overnight Rest AreaYes
Boat RampsYes
Maximum 24 hrsYes
Bird WatchingYes
BinYes
BBQYes

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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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Farquhar Street

Wingham, NSW 2429

Wingham Riverside Reserve

Free · no booking needed