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Thornley campgrounds
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Murray Valley National Park
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- Fire bans
NSW NPWS Riverina Area - Solid Fuel Fire Ban (SFFB) Commences
A park fire ban is in place in this park and remains in effect unless otherwise extended or removed. During park fire ban periods, all campfire and solid fuel (wood, heat beads, charcoal, briquettes, hexamine) barbecues and stoves are prohibited. Gas and electric barbecues and cookers are permitted as long as:
- They're under direct control of an adult
- The ground within 2m of the barbecue is cleared of all flammable materials
- There's an adequate supply of water (minimum of a bucket)
If a Total Fire Ban is in place, different rules apply. Contact the local park office before bringing a gas or electric barbecue or cooker.
Penalties apply for non-compliance. For more information about fire bans in parks and reserves including your responsibilities, visit the NSW National Parks fire safety page.
About
Choose from 2 campgrounds when you arrive:
Hennessy campground
Thornley Beach campground
There are no camping fees but a $6 booking fee applies. Bookings are required. Book online or call 1300 072 757.
Permitted
Campfires are permitted between April and September.
Collection of deadfall timber is permitted for small campfires only.
Prohibited
You can't remove firewood from the park. Chainsaws are not permitted.
Pets and domestics animals (other than certified assistance animals) are not permitted in Murray Valley National Park. If you want to camp with your dog, find a campground in Murray Valley Regional Park.
Vehicle access and road quality
Lower River Road and roads within the Thornley area are unsealed. 4WD vehicles recommended when wet. Campervans/RVs are permitted in Hennessy campground but will not fit down the trail into Thornley Beach.
How to get there
Thornley campgrounds are around 20km west of the Tocumwal township. To get there:
Follow Tuppal Road for 6km and turn right onto Lower River Road.
Follow Lower River Road for 11km, turn left onto Bullatale Road and follow this into the Thornley area.
Once you have arrived choose from one of the 2 campgrounds.
There are no rubbish collection points.
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Murray Valley National Park
Enjoy a camping stay in the Thornley area of Murray Valley National Park. You can choose to camp on the high banks of the Murray at Hennessy campground or down on the water at Thornley Beach.
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Bullatale Road, Lower River Road
Tocumwal NSW 2714