Yarrowyck Gwydir River in Uralla, NSW — photo 1

Yarrowyck Gwydir River

Uralla, NSW
At a glanceFree campsite
Free CampingPets WelcomeToiletsFire PlaceTent SiteSwimmingRiver FishingCaravansFishing Spot

About this campsite

Yarrowyck Gwydir River is a scenic outdoor destination offering the opportunity for camping with ample space for all-sized rigs and tents. Located alongside the picturesque Gwydir River, it's a perfect spot for swimming, fishing, or simply tranquil resting. The area features Aboriginal Art at Mount Yarrowyck, adding a historical touch to your visit. However, be mindful of possible flood waters after heavy rain which may impact the long cement crossing. Once the rain stops, the water levels typically recede quickly.

This area is a large grassed area with room for all sized rigs. Good tent camping area as well. This was the old Uralla to Bundarra Road. The crossing across the Gwydir River is not open to vehicles. There is Aboriginal Art nearby at Mount Yarrowyck. This area may not be good after heavy rain as there is a long cement crossing on the road in that can be cut by flood waters. Usually this crossing is shallow. The water levels drop quickly after the rain stops.

How to Get There

Northwest from Uralla on Thunderbolts Way turn left onto Yarrowyck Crossing road. Or west from Armidale on the Bundarra road turn left onto the Thunderbolts Way and right onto the Yarrowyck Crossing Road.This is good gravel road for about 6 kms to camp ground beside the Gwydir River. The river can't be crossed.

What this place offers

Amenities

Toilets

Activities

Swimming
Fishing Spot

Accommodation Types

Free Camping
Tent Site
Camping Area
Caravans

Facilities

Shade
Picnic Tables

Rules & Accessibility

Pets Welcome

Other Features

Take Care at the crossing
Bush camping
Free Overnight Camp
Generators Allowed
Fire Place
Bin
Overnight Rest Area
Camp Trailers
Unknown feature
Scenic
River Fishing
Day Use Area
Mown area
Pit Toilet

Location

Yarrowyck Gwydir River•Yarrowyck Crossing Road, Uralla, NSW, 2358

Weather Forecast

Data from MET Norway
THU🌧️
16° / 13°
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FRI🌦️
21° / 12°
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SAT🌦️
23° / 13°
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SUN🌦️
20° / 15°
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MON🌦️
19° / 12°
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Common questions about Yarrowyck Gwydir River

Is Yarrowyck Gwydir River free to camp at?

Yes. Yarrowyck Gwydir River in Uralla, NSW is a free camp, so there is no nightly fee to stay. There is no booking system for it, so plan on first in, best dressed, especially on long weekends. Facilities on site: take care at the crossing, bush camping, pets welcome and free overnight camp.

What facilities does Yarrowyck Gwydir River have?

Yarrowyck Gwydir River has take care at the crossing, bush camping, pets welcome, free overnight camp, toilets and generators allowed. That is the short list; 23 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 Yarrowyck Gwydir River?

The record for Yarrowyck Gwydir River 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 Yarrowyck Gwydir River online?

We hold no online booking link for Yarrowyck Gwydir River, 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 Yarrowyck Gwydir River?

Yarrowyck Gwydir River sits in Uralla, 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 Yarrowyck Gwydir River

Facilities recorded for Yarrowyck Gwydir River
FacilityOn site
Take Care at the crossingYes
Bush campingYes
Pets WelcomeYes
Free Overnight CampYes
ToiletsYes
Generators AllowedYes
Fire PlaceYes
BinYes
Overnight Rest AreaYes
ShadeYes
Camp TrailersYes
Yes
Free CampingYes
ScenicYes
Tent SiteYes
Picnic TablesYes
SwimmingYes
River FishingYes
Camping AreaYes
CaravansYes
Fishing SpotYes
Day Use AreaYes
Mown areaYes
Pit ToiletYes

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Fire Danger
Tomorrow
16°·84%·29km/h
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Fri
21°·57%·21km/h
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Sat
23°·62%·21km/h
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Yarrowyck Crossing Road

Uralla, NSW 2358

Yarrowyck Gwydir River

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