
Riverside Campground and Picnic Area

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Oxley Wild Rivers National Park
3 current alerts · Checked 13 Oct 2026, 2:05 pm
- Safety alertsUntil 28 Feb 2027
Fire ban - Riverside, Youdales & Green Gully track
A park fire ban is in place in for the following areas and remains in effect unless otherwise extended or removed.
- Riverside campground
- Youdales campground
- Green Gully track
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
Know before you go
Oxley Wild Rivers National Park
Riverside campground and picnic area is a remote spot for adventure seekers — it's only accessible with a low-range 4WD. Go wilderness camping or swim, fish and paddle on the Apsley River.
- Accessibility
- No wheelchair access
Camping type
- Tent
- Don't mind a short walk to tent
Facilities
- Toilets
- Unpowered sites
- Marked sites
- Barbecue facilities
- Picnic tables
What to bring
- Drinking water
- Cooking water
- Firewood
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Before you go
Park entry
You'll need a vehicle permit for day use. If camping, permit fees are included in the campground fee. Day use vehicle permits can only be bought online or by calling the National Parks Contact Centre on 1300 072 757.
Get in touch
Phone
026777 4700Website
Visit websiteWalcha office
188W North Street, Walcha NSW 2354
Monday to Friday, 8.30am to 4.30pm
Where you'll be
Riverside Campground and Picnic Area
Walcha NSW 2354









