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Delicate Nobby Campground - Goolawah Res

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Delicate Campground is a back-to-basics beach camping facility in Goolawah Regional Park near Crescent Head on NSW's North Coast. It offers 40 basic campsites accommodating tents, camper trailers, and caravans with vehicle access. Facilities are minimal but functional: toilets, cold water beach showers, unpotable bore water, picnic tables, and bench seating. The campground is dog-friendly and ideally suited for families seeking a remote, undeveloped coastal experience. Located in a pristine area known for whale watching, snorkelling, birdwatching, and wildlife viewing (dolphins, turtles, seabirds). (via official site)

Tents Caravans / RV Motorhomes Car access

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Booking & season

SeasonAlways open (may close due to poor weather or fire danger)
Group bookingsUp to 20 people or 5 sites can be booked online; larger groups must complete a group booking enquiry form

Pitches & accommodation

Pitches40

Facilities & services

WaterUnpotable bore water available; bring your own drinking water
Beach showersCold water only; accessible with assistance for some users

Activities & family

AccessibilityMedium disability access: mostly flat and step-free with paved pathways to amenities and beach
FishingRecreational fishing requires current NSW fishing license

Location & access

GPS/AddressGoolawah Regional Park, Crescent Head area, Kempsey region, NSW North Coast. Kempsey office: 247 Old Station Rd, Verges Creek NSW 2440

Rules & policies

CampfiresOn-ground campfires prohibited; fines apply. Fires only in above-ground braziers.
GeneratorsNot permitted
SmokingProhibited (NSW national parks are no-smoking areas)
Noise restrictionsRestrictions apply after 10pm
Firewood collectionCannot be gathered from park; bring your own or purchase from manager
WildlifeDo not feed or make food available to dingoes

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Park status65.7 hectares, established May 2010, known for lack of development and pristine natural character

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Check-inafter 2pm
Check-outbefore 10am
Park hoursAlways open (subject to weather/fire danger closures)

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Goolawah Regional ParkParks & play0.7 km · ~8 min walkDirections ↗
Goolawah National ParkParks & play

i2i3i6 Der Goolawah-Nationalpark ist ein Nationalpark im Nordosten des australischen Bundesstaates New South Wales, etwa 27 Kilometer nördlich von Port Macquarie. Der Park schließt bei Crescent Head südlich an den Hat-Head-Nationalpark an und schützt die dortige Küstenlandschaft. Im südlichen Bereich befindet sich die Goolawah Lagoon, ein von Meer vollständig getrenntes Feuchtgebiet. Im Norden und

4.4 km · ~14 min driveDirections ↗
Goolawah BeachBeaches & swimming

i2i3i6 Der Goolawah-Nationalpark ist ein Nationalpark im Nordosten des australischen Bundesstaates New South Wales, etwa 27 Kilometer nördlich von Port Macquarie. Der Park schließt bei Crescent Head südlich an den Hat-Head-Nationalpark an und schützt die dortige Küstenlandschaft. Im südlichen Bereich befindet sich die Goolawah Lagoon, ein von Meer vollständig getrenntes Feuchtgebiet. Im Norden und

5.1 km · ~17 min driveDirections ↗
Pebbly BeachBeaches & swimming10.1 km · ~31 min driveDirections ↗
Crescent Head Lookout
Crescent Head LookoutAttractions

Crescent Head is a town on the Mid North Coast, 340 km north-northeast of Sydney, in The Kempsey Shire local government area of New South Wales, Australia. At the 2021 census, Crescent Head had a population of 978 people. Its major industries include tourism and fishing. It has a 6-hole golf course overlooking the sea.

10.3 km · ~31 min driveDirections ↗
Dulkoonghi HillSummits & peaks13.6 km · ~33 min driveDirections ↗
Lower Range HillSummits & peaks14.1 km · ~34 min driveDirections ↗

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Are dogs allowed at Delicate Campground?

Yes, dogs are welcome if they are supervised and on leash at all times. Dogs must be immunized.

Can I have a campfire at my site?

On-ground campfires are prohibited and fines apply. Fires are only permitted in above-ground braziers. Firewood is available for purchase from the campground manager.

What are the check-in and check-out times?

Check-in is after 2pm and check-out is before 10am.

What facilities and water are available?

Facilities include flush toilets in the main amenities block, non-flush toilets at the northern end, and cold water beach showers. Unpotable bore water is available.

Are generators and smoking allowed?

No, generators are not permitted. Smoking is prohibited throughout NSW national parks.

How much does it cost to camp at Delicate Nobby Campground - Goolawah Res?

Delicate Nobby Campground - Goolawah Res charges a camping fee.

What are the check-in and check-out times at Delicate Nobby Campground - Goolawah Res?

At Delicate Nobby Campground - Goolawah Res, check-in is from after 2pm and check-out is by before 10am.

How many pitches does Delicate Nobby Campground - Goolawah Res have?

Delicate Nobby Campground - Goolawah Res has around 40 pitches.

When is Delicate Nobby Campground - Goolawah Res open?

Delicate Nobby Campground - Goolawah Res is open Always open (may close due to poor weather or fire danger).

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