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Track winding along the Turon River, Turon National Park. Photo: D.Noble
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Turon National Park

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  • Fire bansUntil 31 Mar 2027

    Park Fire Ban - Kanangra Reserves

    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)

    However, the following campgrounds are exempt:

    Abercrombie Karst Conservation Reserve

    • Abercrombie Caves campground

    Abercrombie River National Park

    • Bummaroo Ford campground
    • Silent Creek campground
    • The Beach
    • The Sink campground

    Kanangra Boyd National Park

    • Boyd River campground
    • Dingo Dell campground

    Marrangaroo National Park

    • Marrangaroo campground

    Turon National Park

    • Woolshed Flat campground
    • Turon River camping
    • The Diggings campground

    Wombeyan Karst Conservation Reserve

    • Wombeyan Caves campground

    Yerranderie Regional Park

    • Private Town campground
    • Government Town campground

    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

Turon National Park is great for remote bushwalking and camping, trout fishing, birdwatching, swimming, mountain biking or canoeing.

If you want to really feel like you’ve gotten away from it all with a remote and rugged bush camping experience, Turon National Park is a fantastic, accessible choice. Just 45 kilometres from Lithgow and 185 kilometres north of Sydney, you can explore remote bushwalking and camping in a spectacular setting that features incredibly diverse vegetation, from wide-open eucalypt forest to silver wattles and river oaks.

The park has a fascinating history, both for its role in the Australian gold mining boom and its early Aboriginal occupation, which is believed to date back thousands of years. History buffs will be intrigued by the evidence of both that is still highly visible in the park.

You’ll also encounter plenty of interesting birds and animals, such as powerful owls hooting away at night and red wallabies sunning themselves on the sandstone tops during the daytime before descending to the valley at dusk.

The park at a glance

Near Lithgow, 185km west of Sydney, Turon National Park is great for remote bushwalking and camping, trout fishing, birdwatching, swimming, mountain biking or canoeing.

If you want to really feel like you’ve gotten away from it all with a remote and rugged bush camping experience, Turon National Park is a fantastic, accessible choice. Just 45km from Lithgow and 185km north of Sydney, here you can explore remote bushwalking and camping in a spectacular setting that features incredibly diverse vegetation, from wide-open eucalypt forest to silver wattles and river oaks.

The park has a fascinating history, both for its role in the Australian gold mining boom and its early Aboriginal occupation, which is believed to date back thousands of years. History buffs will be intrigued by the evidence of both that is still highly visible in the park.

You’ll also encounter plenty of interesting birds and animals, such as powerful owls hooting away at night and red wallabies sunning themselves on the sandstone tops during the daytime before descending to the valley at dusk. Be sure to take some time to enjoy a spot of trout fishing, swimming or canoeing on the gorgeously crystal clear stream that is Turon River.

Campgrounds
3

Plan your visit

Access, facilities and practical details.

Best times to visit

Spring

Thanks to bird migrations in the area, this is a fantastic time for keen birdwatchers to visit and see many interesting species. The mild weather also makes it a perfect time for camping with the kids.

Summer

Enjoy camping in the summer and cool off by paddling, swimming, fishing or canoeing on the river when the days are hot.

Autumn

The cooler days make it a good time to enjoy the more active adventures in the park – such as remote bushwalking or mountain biking. Or take a tour from the comfort of your 4WD.

Places to discover

Stay, explore and relax across the park.

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Campgrounds (3)

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Before you go

Opening

Always open

Nearby towns

Lithgow (45 km) · Sydney City Centre (185 km)

Get in touch

Phone

1300 072 757

Email

parks.info@environment.nsw.gov.au

Website

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Oberon office

02 6336 6200npws.kanangra@environment.nsw.gov.au

38 Ross Street, Oberon NSW 2787

Monday to Friday, 9am to 4.30pm

Where you'll be

Lochaber Road

Capertee NSW 2846

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