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Gillards Beach Camping Area

Nelson, NSW

About this campsite

Gillards Beach Camping Area is an eco-friendly site nestled amidst a National Park, offering basic facilities perfect for explorers who seek an authentic camping experience. This place encourages visitors to immerse themselves in nature, with strict policies on firewood supply to protect bushland. With a dedicated ranger ensuring the site's well-being on a daily basis, its outstanding natural beauty, the tranquil environment and the allure of simplicity make this camping area a unique choice for reconnecting with nature.

Gillards Beach Camping Area is a raw gem nestled within a National Park. It offers fundamental camping amenities which includes a long drop toilet, although it lacks water supply or showers. Staying here promises a unique experience, embracing nature at its purest form. There's a day access fee to explore the serene beauty of National Park along with camping charges, so an annual pass can be a cost-effective option if you're a frequent visitor. To ensure the preservation of the surrounding bushland, a limited quantity of firewood is provided for campfires. A daily visit from the ranger ensures a safe, regulated camping experience.

How to Get There

Gillards Beach in Mimosa National Park is accessed by a 4 kilometre dirt road. Although caravans can enter and fit easily in the camping areas of Gillards Beach, there are a couple of stretches along the dirt road where passing isn't possible and reversing would be difficult.

Features & Facilities

Amenities

Toilets

Activities

Fishing Spot
Beach Fishing
Swimming

Accommodation Types

Camping Area
Caravans
Tent Site

Facilities

BBQ
Shade

Rules & Accessibility

Camping Fee
No Pets

Other Features

Swimming fishing and bushwalking
Walking
Bin
National Park day access fee + camping fee payable
Fire Place
National Park
Campgrounds
Photo Opportunity
Dry Access Only
Unknown feature

Weather Forecast

via Open-Meteo
TODAY🌫️
26° / 10°
THU🌫️
23° / 16°
💧 3%
FRI☁️
22° / 15°
💧 3%
SAT☁️
18° / 14°
💧 13%
SUN🌫️
19° / 11°
💧 23%

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