Copmanhurst RecreationReserveClarence Way, Copmanhurst

PH: 0427 449 783

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Grafton Showground Primitive CampgroundPrince Street, Grafton

PH: 6642 3824

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Bundjalung National ParkBlack Rocks campgroundNearest town: Woodburn

PH: 1300072757

https://goo.gl/b1GCJN

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Yuraygir National ParkSandon River campgroundNearest town: Brooms Head

PH: 1300072757

https://goo.gl/LUWWCZ

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Guy Fawkes River National ParkChaelundi campgroundNearest town: Ebor/Dorrigo

PH: 1300072757

https://goo.gl/6cPWFH

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Yuraygir National ParkIllaroo campgroundNearest town: Minnie Water

PH: 1300072757https://goo.gl/q225Wn

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Washpool National ParkBellbird campgroundNearest town: Glen Innes/Jackadgery

PH: 1300072757

https://goo.gl/ac1Xja

09Gibraltar Range National ParkBoundary Falls campgroundNearest town: Glen Innes/Jackadgery

PH: 1300072757

https://goo.gl/3ySfhk

03Nymboi-Binderay National ParkThe JunctionNearest town: Nymboida

PH: 1300072757

https://goo.gl/siE72k

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Anchorage Holiday Park Marandowie Drive, Iluka

PH: 1800 639 127www.anchorageholidaypark.com.au

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Brooms Head Holiday Park Ocean Road, Brooms Head

PH: 6646 7144

www.clarenceholidayparks.com.au/brooms/p/17

25Browns Rocks Caravan Park 391 Goodwood Island Road, Goodwood Island

PH: 6646 4324

www.brownsrocks.com.au

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Nymboida Canoe Centre3520 Armidale Road, Nymboida

PH: 6649 4155

www.nymboidacanoecentre.com

38Tyndale Tourist Park Roadhouse2848 Pacific Highway, Tyndale

PH: 6647 6226

www.tyndaleroadhouse.com.au

40Wave Hill Station Carnham Road,Fineflower

PH: 6647 2145

www.wavehillfarmstay.com.au

41Wooli Holiday Park25 Riverside Drive,Wooli

PH: 6649 7671

www.clarenceholidayparks.com.au/wooli/p/19

42Woombah Woods Caravan Park54 Iluka Road,Woombah

PH: 6646 4544

www.woombahwoods.com.au

43Clarence GorgeHeifer Station, Gorge Road, via Copmanhurst

PH: 6647 2173

www.theclarencegorge.com

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Buccarumbi Primitive Campground2725 Old Glen Innes Road, Buccarumbi

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The Gateway Village598 Summerland Way, Grafton

PH: 6642 4225

https://goo.gl/1l7sWO

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Fishing Haven Holiday Park 35 River Road, Palmers Island

PH: 6646 0163

www.fishinghaven.com.au

28Gateway Lifestyle YambaGolding Street, Yamba

PH: 6646 2930

https://goo.gl/uCpvPs

29Glenwood Tourist Park71 Heber Street, South Grafton

PH: 6642 3466

www.glenwoodtouristpark.com.au

30Iluka Clarence Head Caravan Park113 Charles Lane, Iluka

PH: 6646 6163

www.ilukacaravanpark.com.au

32Iluka Riverside Holiday Park4 Charles Street, Iluka

PH: 6646 6060

www.clarenceholidayparks.com.au/iluka/p/15

33Maclean Riverside Caravan Park109 River Street, Maclean

PH: 6645 2987

www.macleanriversidecaravanpark.com.au

34Mann River Caravan ParkGwydir Highway, Jackadgery

PH: 6647 4662

www.mannriver.com.au

35Michael’s Clarence Valley Retreat196 Old Murrayville Road, Ashby

PH: 0411 728 102

36Minnie Water Holiday Park646 Minnie Water Road, Minnie Water

PH: 6649 7693

www.clarenceholidayparks.com.au/minnie/p/18

37Grafton Sunset Caravan ParkGwydir Highway, South Grafton

PH: 6642 3824

31Calypso Yamba Holiday Park Harbour Street, Yamba

PH: 6646 8847

calypsoyambaholidaypark.com.au

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Big River Holiday Park and Ski Lodge 166 Ski Lodge Road, Seelands

PH: 6644 9324 www.bigriverholidaypark.com.au

20BIG4 Saltwater @ Yamba 286 O’Keefes Lane, Palmers Island

PH: 6646 0255 www.big4saltwater.com.au

21BIG4 Solitary Islands Resort 383 North Street, Wooli

PH: 6649 7519

www.big4.com.au/caravan-parks/nsw/wooli

22Blue Dolphin Holiday Resort Yamba Road, Yamba

PH: 6646 2194 www.bluedolphin.com.au

24Bimbimbi Riverside Caravan Park 286 Iluka Road, Woombah

PH: 6646 4272

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Yuraygir National ParkStation Creek campgroundNearest town: Corindi/Red Rock

PH: 1300072757

https://goo.gl/z49tyU

11Bundjalung National ParkWoody Head campgroundNearest town: Iluka

PH: 6646 6134

https://goo.gl/WGVCJ6

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Yuraygir National ParkShelley Head campgroundNearest town: Angourie/Brooms Head

PH: 1300072757

https://goo.gl/tbBwtd

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Guy Fawkes River National ParkDalmorton campgroundNearest town: Grafton

PH: 1300072757

https://goo.gl/grKuM2

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Yuraygir National ParkBoorkoom camping areaNearest town: Wooli/Minnie Water

PH: 1300072757https://goo.gl/nzXQp1

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Washpool National ParkCoombadjha campgroundNearest town: Glen Innes/Jackadgery

PH: 1300072757

https://goo.gl/4ulI3v

10Gibraltar Range National ParkMulligans campgroundNearest town: Glen Innes/Jackadgery

PH: 1300072757

https://goo.gl/2x7npk

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Yuraygir National ParkPebbly Beach campgroundNearest town: Corindi / Red Rock

PH: 1300072757https://goo.gl/r3JJ9I

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Nymboida National ParkNymboida River campgroundNearest town: Jackadgery/Grafton

PH: 1300072757

https://goo.gl/um903R

08Yuraygir National ParkRed Cliff/Lake Aragon campgroundsNearest town: Brooms Head

PH: 1300072757

https://goo.gl/mRGhgp

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Yuraygir National ParkRocky Point campgroundNearest town: Minnie Water

PH: 1300072757https://goo.gl/NRgQKE

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Lilydale Primitive Campground353 Winegrove Road, Winegrove

PH: 1300 886 235

51 Here’s a surprise. The Clarence Valley contains over 40 State forests, and free camping is permitted in all of them!Although many State forests often provide established camping areas, it’s a slightly more adventurous affair in the Clarence Valley. Known as ‘Bush Camping’, this is the type of camping that requires you to haul everything in and out for your break in the great outdoors. The map on the reverse of this brochure shows where the State forests are located, but here’s some general guidelines.

WHERE CAN I GO CAMPING?Camping is permitted in practically all NSW State forests. Camping is generally not permitted in picnic areas. Exceptions are rest areas in places where major highways pass through State forests.

COSTAll State forests are free to camp in. How good is that?

RESTRICTIONS ON CAMP SITESSites cannot be pre-booked or reserved.Camping in State forests is generally limited to a maximum of four weeks. Visitors should be aware of and adhere to any signage at camping sites which may define shorter

periods of stay and must comply with all directions given by authorised officers during their stay.

CAMPFIRES AND FIREWOODPlease use established fireplaces wherever possible. In most areas, firewood is not provided, so you are advised to bring your own, or a gas BBQ. Always check the fire danger rating and always exercise care, common sense and caution, especially during Total Fire Bans and promptly report all bushfires to the emergency services by dialing triple zero (000).

CAMPING WITH YOUR BEST FRIENDDid you know that your canine friend is welcome in ALL State forests across NSW? Just a few things to remember:

• It must be under your control at ALL times• Always pick up after your dog• Ensure adequate food and water for your dog• Respect other campers who don’t have dogs and keep

noise to a minimum• Also, many State forests are adjacent to National Parks,

where dogs are prohibited, so make sure you are aware to stay within a State forest while holidaying with your dog

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This glove-box brochure is free for you to keep. It shows all the places you can happily, legally, and comfortably pitch your tent, park your Van, RV, or even crash out in the back of your trusty station wagon.

When you are settled and kicking back on your campsite, go to myclarencevalley.com for things to do around the region.

G’day!...and welcome to the Clarence Valley.

We’re thrilledyou’re here!

From our epic beaches to our incredible upriver landscapes, the Clarence Valley truly is a camping and campervanning wonderland.

We humbly (but firmly) ask: please help us preserve the Clarence Valley’s unique nature and beauty by observing the signs regarding camping and overnighting.

Choosing their campsite wisely allowed Michael and

Anabel to sleep easily, knowing they would not be

roused, chastised and possibly fined by a Council or

National Park ranger. STATE FORESTS

40+Something to keep in mind.

The Bundjalung, Gumbaingirr and Yaegl peoples have been supremely effective caretakers of these lands and waterways, since way before the Pharoahs or the Pyramids or the Ancient Greeks or any other ‘old’ civilisations. We really urge all visitors and locals

to keep this remarkable achievement in mind. We can learn so much from the traditional custodians of this place, not least to recognise, respect, and do our best to preserve the health of the natural ecosystem.

The Clarence Valley guide to

Happy Camping

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Diggers Headland Reserve Primitive Camping GroundNugget Street, Diggers Camp

PH: 6649 7693

https://goo.gl/d9apS6

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PH: 0427 183 553

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Maclean ShowgroundCameron Street, Maclean

PH: 0487 101 151

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‘Time Travel’ ‘River Revelation’GRAFTON > BUCCARUMBI > DALMORTON > JACKADGERY > GRAFTON GRAFTON > JACKADGERY > CANGAI > COPMANHURST > GRAFTON

This excursion takes you deep into the Clarence Valley’s heartland. A winding route forged, in part, by the gold rush of the 1840s. This is a fishing, swimming, kayaking, wilderness-camping wonderland, and you’ll want to take your time. Ideally, it’s more than a day trip.

Leaving from South Grafton, drive west towards Glen Innes, along the Gwydir Highway. About 8kms out along the road, take a left onto the Old Glen Innes Road. The road is sealed for about 40km, at which point you’ll reach the small locality of Buccarumbi.

Buccarumbi marks the junction of the Nymboida and Boyd Rivers. Cross the narrow bridge and you’ll see the remains of its flood-damaged predecessor. The other side is great for a picnic and to take in the scene.

From here on, the Old Glen Innes Road narrows and remains unsealed. Not far out of Buccarumbi, continuing down the road past tall forests of gums you’ll come to the graveyard remains. A little further, and you’ve now made it to the old township of Dalmorton – once a booming gold mining area and housing several thousand residents.

Another few minutes down the road will see you to the Historic Tunnel. (You’ll know it when you see it). Cut into solid rock by hand back in 1868, the tunnel is a reminder of the fortitude of another era.

Continue to the west, following the road as it winds alongside the Boyd River, past farmland, and through Dalmorton State Forest through to the Guy Fawkes River National Park. At which point you will make it to Newton Boyd.

There are several spots along this route that make for an ideal overnight camp, Buccarumbi, Dalmorton, and Mann River Campground all offer brilliant riverside and bush camping options if you want to make a weekend of it.

You are now at the base of the Great Dividing Range and can now work your way to the top. This section of the road is sealed. Follow the road to the stop, and head east back towards Grafton once you reach the Gwydir Highway.

From here, continue following the road towards Washpool and Gibraltar Range National Parks. Both of these offer some fantastic walking tracks, and even some waterfalls! With more time there are trails, look outs and campsites to explore off this main road, including Raspberry and Heffron lookouts. Continue east following the Mann River as it winds around Jackadgery. A half hour from here will see you back to Grafton.

This is where little rivers join bigger rivers and the Clarence is reborn and replenished every day. Gentle whitewater rapids, low-slung bridges, rolling hills, winding tracks. Give yourself a day, bring your swimmers and any manner of floating craft, and prepare to fall a little bit in love with your big backyard.

Set out from Grafton heading west on the Gwydir Highway (B76). This winding country highway takes you through the small village of Jackadgery where it rests on the edge of the Mann River. The bridge is an epic vantage point to take in views of the river and hills.

Keep heading west as the road starts its gradual winding up into the Gibraltar Range. At a couple of points there are small roadside bays where you can pull over and get photos looking over and along the snaking watercourse that is the Mann River.

Turn off the Gwydir at the signs for Cangai. Here you’re on dirt road, but it’s easily traversable by two-wheel drive. Cross the Mann River at Cangai Bridge and if it’s a hot day, this spot is great for a cooling dip.

Heading north, following the Mann along the Hanging Rock Road, you eventually come to the imposing Hanging Rock on your right. Just on from this is Broadwater Bridge where you cross wider waters. If you’re feeling peckish at this time, take a break at the Broadwater riverside reserve for a picnic.

Heading north along Coombadjha Road you slowly wind your way through some truly glorious hinterland vistas. Rolling green hills stretch as far as the eye can see, dotted with the occasional homestead. It’s here you witness the country way of life that the Clarence hinterland embodies. Keep an eye out as you pass any roadside dams or creeks for the gorgeous blue-purple native lilies that bloom during Spring and Summer.

Following Carnham Road, you soon cross the Clarence River and another opportunity to stop and rest beside a tranquil waterway. Dip your toes into these gentler waters knowing that they will flow south to eventually create the wide and mighty Clarence River.

Follow Carnham Road until it meets with the Clarence Way at Fineflower. Turn south and travel past a number of quaint rural views. Take a brief stop at Newbold Lookout and appreciate the views of the Clarence River from this elevated vantage spot.

Before getting back to Grafton you might like to enjoy some good honest country pub grub or just wet your whistle at the Rest Point Hotel in Copmanhurst.

GRAFTON

BuccarumbiDalmorton

Newton Boyd

Historic Tunnel

Washpool National Park

Jackadgery

GRAFTON

Cangai

Coombadjha

Jackadgery Copmanhurst

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...and while you’re here... here are some suggested Clarence Valley drives & itineraries!

GENERAL

USE THIS MAP TO FIND THE GENERAL LOCATION & STYLE OF SITE YOU DESIRE.

(FOR DIRECTIONS TO SPECIFIC CAMPING GROUNDS, REFER TO WEBSITES ON REVERSE, AND/OR USE GOOGLE MAPS)

01~18NATIONAL PARK CAMP SITES AND CAMPING AREAS

19~44 HOLIDAY PARKS&CAMPSITES

45~52 PRIMITIVE SITES

STATE FORESTS

337 KM

DRIVE TIME8hr 15m

‘Keep it Coastal’YAMBA > BROOMS HEAD > MINNIE WATER > WOOLI > ILUKA > YAMBA

This day trip connects the string of pearls that lie along the Clarence Valley’s coastal fringe. It’s all about Pacific views, whites on blues, coastal curves, the Yuraygir National Park, swims, sandy feet, the smell of sunscreen, ice creams and hot chips at quaint beachside kiosks.

Our start point – Yamba – is a gem that needs little introduction. Head out to the Pacific Highway and, once southbound, take a right towards Maclean, then take the right hand turn signposted Brooms Head.

Brooms Head is just over 20 clicks from Maclean, and with its absolute beachfront Holiday Park, is the archetypal summer holiday spot. The Lagoon is a perfect spot for a swim with the little ones, and the waves in the bay are usually very gentle. Cakora Point sits just above the Brooms township and offers a commanding view over the blue Pacific.

Backtracking out of Brooms Head towards the highway, head south on the Pacific Highway once again. Turn left onto Coldstream Road in Tyndale, then onto Tucabia-Tyndale Road.

When you reach Tucabia, take the first left that you come to. Continue along the little street until you come to the T-intersection at the end of the road and take another left, which is the Wooli Road. Follow this road right through. Go easy on your speed, and keep an eye out for the odd Coastal Emus doing a roadrunner impersonation.

Arriving at Wooli, it’s hard not to be utterly charmed by this beloved small town, and struck by the sense of pure, unspoilt nature all around.

After leaving Wooli, head back along the road about 10km and take a right turn onto Minnie Water Road to another small town along the way, Minnie Water. A beautiful, quaint, small town, the area has one of the largest main beaches in the area, along with a Surf Club, General Store, National Park campsite at Illaroo and Holiday Park. You could spend a lot of time here, exploring the sand hills behind Back Beach, traipsing through the campgrounds, driving along the beach to Sandon to the north or just relaxing on the beach, watching the waves roll in.

Leaving Minnie Water back along the road that you came in on, take a right turn again and follow Wooli Road back through Tucabia on towards Tyndale. Back on the highway, head north towards Maclean, over the Harwood bridge and continue along until the Iluka turn off on your right. Cruise through the township of Woombah until you reach the end of the road in the seaside town of Iluka. Take a walk through the Bundjalung National Park, check out the local stores or take a dip in the river or the ocean. Once you are ready to go, head back along Iluka Road onto the southbound highway to Yamba. What a day!

Yamba

Brooms Head

Iluka

Wooli

Minnie Water

287 KM

DRIVE TIME4hr 26m

196 KM

DRIVE TIME5hr

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