Boultons Crossing Reserve Gumma Camping Area in Scotts Head, NSW — photo 1

Boultons Crossing Reserve Gumma Camping Area

Scotts Head, NSW
At a glanceFree campsite
Free CampingRiver FishingNo PetsBoat RampSwimmingCaravansFishing SpotToiletsFire Place

About this campsite

Boultons Crossing (Gumma Reserve) is a relaxing camping area located on the banks of the Warrell Creek, near Macksville in NSW. A must-visit for nature lovers and fishing enthusiasts, this campground offers amenities including a boat ramp, flushing toilets, and tank water. Though conditions can get a bit muddy after heavy rainfalls, the beautiful surroundings make up for it. The site is dog-friendly but visitors are recommended to check the latest rules with the council. It's a tranquil spot perfect for a peaceful getaway.

Boultons Crossing Reserve, also known as Gumma Reserve Camping Area, sits on the mesmerizing north coast of NSW, near Macksville. This ecologically restful spot offers facilities such as a boat ramp, making it a perfect haven for fishing enthusiasts. The area is equipped with modern flushing toilets and access to tank water, ensuring a pleasant stay. The campsite lies majestically on the bank of the scenic Warrell Creek, which flows into the vast Nambucca River, approximately 9km north of the campground. The luminous landscape can become a bit muddy post-rain, a common occurrence in this region, and the last few kms approach road is an unpaved dirt path sometimes needing upkeep. Policies at the campsite frequently evolve, including rules concerning pets, so it's always a good idea to touch base with the council before planning your visit. When dogs are permitted, there is a nominal fee for them per night. This tranquil hideaway, teeming with natural beauty, promises a rejuvenating retreat from the humdrum of daily life.

How to Get There

Turn east into Partridge Street at Macksville Pool & Aquatic Centre, then left into Wilis Street and right into River Street. Signs to Boultons Crossing / Gumma Reserve will then show you the way. River Street changes name to Gumma Road, go up the rise, take the second turn at Boulton's Crossing to the left. On western bank of Warrell Creek, 8km from highway.

What this place offers

Amenities

Toilets
Drinking Water

Activities

Boat Ramp
Public Boat Ramp
Swimming
Fishing Spot

Accommodation Types

Campground
Free Camping
Caravans
Camping Area
Tent Site

Facilities

Shade
BBQ
Picnic Tables

Fees

Camping Fee

Rules & Accessibility

No Pets

Other Features

Fees collected daily
Boil or treat water before drinking
River Fishing
Unknown feature
Mobile Phone Coverage
Some dirt road
Overnight Rest Area
Day Use Area
Ranger visits 2 or 3 times per week
Bin
Walking
Maximum stay 1 month in every 2
Fire Place
No Long Rigs
Photo Opportunity
Day Rest Area
On the bank of Warrell Creek
Maximum 30 days

Location

Boultons Crossing Reserve Gumma Camping Area•Boultons Crossing Road, Scotts Head, NSW, 2447

Common questions about Boultons Crossing Reserve Gumma Camping Area

Is Boultons Crossing Reserve Gumma Camping Area free to camp at?

We have Boultons Crossing Reserve Gumma Camping Area in Scotts Head, 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 Boultons Crossing Reserve Gumma Camping Area have?

Boultons Crossing Reserve Gumma Camping Area has fees collected daily, boil or treat water before drinking, river fishing, shade, mobile phone coverage and no pets. That is the short list; 33 facilities are recorded for this site in total. The list comes from the site record rather than a visit, so treat it as a guide.

Are dogs allowed at Boultons Crossing Reserve Gumma Camping Area?

The record for Boultons Crossing Reserve Gumma Camping Area 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 Boultons Crossing Reserve Gumma Camping Area online?

We hold no online booking link for Boultons Crossing Reserve Gumma Camping Area, 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 Boultons Crossing Reserve Gumma Camping Area?

Boultons Crossing Reserve Gumma Camping Area sits in Scotts Head, 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 Boultons Crossing Reserve Gumma Camping Area

Facilities recorded for Boultons Crossing Reserve Gumma Camping Area
FacilityOn site
Fees collected dailyYes
Boil or treat water before drinkingYes
River FishingYes
ShadeYes
Yes
Mobile Phone CoverageYes
No PetsYes
Some dirt roadYes
Overnight Rest AreaYes
CampgroundYes
Free CampingYes
Boat RampYes
Day Use AreaYes
Public Boat RampYes
Ranger visits 2 or 3 times per weekYes
SwimmingYes
CaravansYes
Fishing SpotYes
BinYes
Camping AreaYes
WalkingYes
Maximum stay 1 month in every 2Yes
ToiletsYes
Fire PlaceYes
No Long RigsYes
Photo OpportunityYes
BBQYes
Tent SiteYes
Day Rest AreaYes
On the bank of Warrell CreekYes
Drinking WaterYes
Maximum 30 daysYes
Picnic TablesYes
Camping FeeYes

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Scotts Head, NSW 2447

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Boultons Crossing Reserve Gumma Camping Area

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