Description

You are now required to make a booking for all campgrounds and campsites in NSW national parks. This includes locations that were previously available for use without a booking. This is necessary to protect our visitors and prevent the spread of COVID-19. Book online or contact the National Parks Contact Centre on 1300 072 757. This location is a free campground, however a booking fee of $6 per site applies. Money collected will be used to manage campground numbers and improve your safety. The 10km walk in to this remote campground is worth it for the serenity when you arrive. The hike in, along Canoelands Ridge walking track, offers stunning views of sandstone ridges and the Hawkesbury River. Once you arrive, it's time to relax by the river, spot sea eagles and wedge-tail eagles soaring above the trees, and catch a glimpse of lyrebirds and bandicoots who often visit at dusk and dawn. Gentlemans Halt is also a great place to explore by water. Paddle in by kayak or canoe, or anchor your boat and enjoy a night sleeping under the stars in this back-to-basics campground, north of Sydney. There are picnic tables, barbecue facilities, toilets. No drinking water is available so be sure to bring your own. Gentlemans Halt campground is in the northern precinct of Marramarra National Park. To get there: * Follow the directions to the park via Canoelands Road * Continue driving on Canoelands Road until you see the carpark on your left * Leave your car here and walk along the management trail for 8km * Turn left onto the walking track and follow for 2km before you arrive at the campground * You can also access the campground by boat from Hawkesbury River there's a timber wharf at the campground, located roughly opposite the community of Spencer.