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The Ruins Campground

Booti Booti, NSW

About this campsite

The Ruins Campground offers an exemplary camping experience with clean showers, toilets, and BBQ facilities. Its location is strategically placed near a beautiful beach and offers great walk paths, providing a perfect balance between adventure and relaxation. Although areas can be wet, diligent campers can find dry and comfortable spots. With a necessary NSW National Parks permit, you can enjoy this idyllic camping location all year round. Special arrangements are also provided for seniors.

The Ruins Campground is an ideal getaway, offering amenities such as toilets, showers, and a BBQ area. Nestled just past the dunes, a beautiful beach awaits for leisurely strolls or sun-soaked lounging. The site is also home to a variety of walking trails for those seeking adventure. A permit from the NSW National Parks is required for access, an annual pass is also available for year-round experiences. While some areas may get a little muddy, there are plenty of dry spots to set up a perfect camping spot if you explore a bit. Ideal for all nature enthusiasts including seniors, it's a charming outdoor escape.

Features & Facilities

Amenities

Drinking Water
Toilets
Showers

Activities

Swimming
Fishing Spot
Beach Fishing

Accommodation Types

Tent Site
Campground
Caravans

Facilities

BBQ
Picnic Tables

Rules & Accessibility

No Pets
Camping Fee

Other Features

Unknown feature
Walking
National Park
Park Use Fee
Campgrounds
Photo Opportunity
Great walks & lovely beach
Long Rig
Mobile Phone Coverage
Bin

Weather Forecast

via Open-Meteo
TODAY🌤️
26° / 12°
THU🌤️
26° / 14°
FRI🌫️
28° / 12°
💧 40%
SAT🌦️
23° / 18°
💧 70%
SUN☁️
22° / 15°
💧 30%

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26°·49%·13km/h
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