Camp Wambelong - Warrumbungle National Park NSW
See ancient volcanic remnants from the Grand High Tops track, one of Australia's great walks. White Gum Lookout walk is a 1-km return bitumen track suitable for wheelchairs, with views of jutting peaks and the western plains. Gurianawa track (less than 1-km return loop suitable for wheelchairs} leads down to Spirey Creek and provides good views of the old volcanoes, Siding Spring Observatory and flats. Walking tracks vary widely in grade and length - several are easy and well formed while others are steep and rough.
The volcanic cliffs are popular for rock climbing {not permitted on The Bread-knife; you'll need a permit elsewhere). Discovery walks, talks and tours are available in spring and autumn school holidays or to groups on request; these include walks to Tara Cave with a local Aboriginal guide, spotlight night walks and children's activities.
Camping is available at Camp Blackman (facilities include hot showers), Pincham (backpack camping} and several other sites. Book for large groups (phone 6825 4364). There are wheelchair-accessible toilets at Camp Blackman, Split Rock, the Woolshed and Canyon picnic area. Groups can hire the Woolshed for undercover camping; call the visitor centre for details.
Access 35 km west of Coonabarabran on John Renshaw Parkway, or 80 km north-east of Gilgandra via Gumin Road (partly unsealed}. Vehicle entry fee applies. The campground is close to walking tracks that lead to Split Rock, the Grand High Tops and Mount Exmouth.
Getting there: From Coonabarabran, travel along John Renshaw Parkway. The campground is roughly 1km past the park visitor centre turnoff.
Facilities: picnic tables, wood barbecues (bring your own firewood), non-flush toilets
Water supply: Untreated water is available - we recommend you boil it before drinking.
Bookings: Bookings are not required for family and individual camping, but groups must book in advance. Camping areas are busy during Spring and Autumn school holidays, Easter and the October long weekend. Spaces may be hard to get during these times. Large groups share this camping area with individual campers. The campsite is accessible by sealed roads. 357.9 km NW of Sydney. The campsite is beside Wambelong Creek. Drive along John Renshaw Parkway into the park, then drive about 1km past the visitors centre turn off. You can park a caravan, trailer, or a tent in this campground. There are a total of 30 campsites. Explore Split Rock and Grand High Tops. Booking required for large groups. You can book a campsite by phoning the Campsite contact.
Photos on this page were kindly supplied by our roving reporter Ross Bartlett in October 2012.
REGION: > NSW > Regional NSW > Central West Slopes > Warrumbungle National Park
John Rensgaw Pky - S
Warrumbungle National Park NSW 2357
P: 02 68254364
GPS:-31.279749,148.977491
GPS:S31 16 47,E148 58 38
GPS:S31 16.7849,E148 58.6495
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ross bartlett
Fri October 26, 2012 at 10:23 AM
Excellant campsite very quiet,level ground, close to walks right acoss the road from the Belougery split rock climb,(moderate to hard),toilets and non potable water,stayed here 5 nights($10/night 2 adults).You can use the facilities at Camp Blackman(main camp) 5 minutes drive away.Showers are very good and timed to 5 minutes so dont muck around,very hard water.
