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Killalea State Park Camping Area

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☎ 02 4236 0469✉ [email protected]

Killalea Campground is located at 236 Killalea Drive in Shell Cove, NSW, within Killalea Regional Park on the South Coast. The campground offers 53 marked campsites accommodating tents, caravans, camper trailers, and vehicles alongside campsites. Facilities include flush toilets, hot showers, drinking water, gas and electric barbecues, and picnic tables; power is available only in the camp kitchen, not at individual sites. The setting features coastal rainforest walking tracks, surf beaches (unpatrolled with dangerous rip currents), fishing opportunities, and wildlife viewing, making it ideal for outdoor enthusiasts seeking nature-based recreation near Shellharbour. (via official site)

Tents Caravans / RV Motorhomes Car access Bike-friendly

Key facts

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Booking & season

Group bookingsUp to 40 people or 9 sites can be booked online; larger groups require formal inquiry

Pitches & accommodation

Pitches53
Site typesCaravan site, camper trailer site, tent, camping beside vehicle

Facilities & services

Power accessPower accessible in camp kitchen only, not at individual sites
Barbecue facilitiesFree gas/electric barbecues (coin-operated units available near The Farm Kiosk)
Access roadsVia sealed roads suitable for 2WD vehicles year-round

Activities & family

AccessibilityHard difficulty level—access via steps or steep slope with rough surfaces; wheelchair access possible with assistance

Location & access

Address236 Killalea Drive, Shell Cove, NSW 2529
Nearest townShellharbour (for food and supplies)
Nearest patrolled beachShellharbour North Beach

Rules & policies

Prohibited activitiesCampfires, solid fuel burners, gathering firewood, generators, horses, smoking
Permitted activitiesCycling (with safety precautions), fishing (requires current NSW recreational fishing license)
Beach safety warningBoth beaches are unpatrolled with dangerous rip currents

Good to know

Campground operatorMinnamurra Rainforest Centre: 02 4236 0469, [email protected]

Opening hours & schedules

Reception, gate and facility hours for Killalea State Park Camping Area.

Check-in2pm
Check-out10am
National Parks Contact Centre07:00–19:00 daily
Campground Operator (Minnamurra Rainforest Centre)09:00–16:00 daily (closed Christmas Day)

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🏞️ Attractions

MysticsBeaches & swimming1.3 km · ~8 min driveDirections ↗
Killalea Beach
Killalea BeachBeaches & swimming

Killalea Regional Park is a national park in New South Wales, Australia. It is managed by National Parks and Wildlife Services.

1.6 km · ~6 min driveDirections ↗
Cowries BeachAttractions6.4 km · ~13 min driveDirections ↗
Gravel Loader Dive Site
Gravel Loader Dive SiteAttractions6.7 km · ~14 min driveDirections ↗
Mount WentworthSummits & peaks10.1 km · ~16 min driveDirections ↗
James Oates Reserve
James Oates ReserveParks & play10.3 km · ~16 min driveDirections ↗
North Street ReserveParks & play11 km · ~18 min driveDirections ↗
Jones beach
Jones beachBeaches & swimming

Jones Beach, also known as Boyds Beach, is a beach on the south-eastern coast of Australia, facing the Tasman Sea. The beach is east of the settlement of Kiama Downs and about 2 kilometres (1.2 mi) south by east of the settlement of Minnamurra in the Illawarra and South Coast regions of New South Wales.

12.1 km · ~18 min driveDirections ↗
Mount TerrySummits & peaks13.4 km · ~19 min driveDirections ↗
Wyalla FallsWaterfalls21.8 km · ~35 min driveDirections ↗

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⛽ Fuel

🍽️ Food & drink

➕ Medical

🚰 Drinking water

🚻 Toilets & showers

🎾 Sports

🏧 ATM & bank

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Good to know

Quick answers to common questions about Killalea State Park Camping Area.

Are pets allowed at Killalea Campground?

No, pets are not allowed at the campground.

What is the check-in and check-out time?

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

Are campfires allowed?

No, campfires and solid fuel burners are prohibited. Generators are also not allowed.

How many vehicles can I park at my site?

Onsite parking is limited to one vehicle per site. Overflow parking is available outside the campground gates.

Is mobile phone reception available?

Mobile phone reception is limited; the Emergency Plus app is recommended for emergency communication.

How much does it cost to camp at Killalea State Park Camping Area?

Killalea State Park Camping Area charges a camping fee.

Do I need to book ahead for Killalea State Park Camping Area?

Yes, a reservation is required. You can check availability on the official website.

What are the check-in and check-out times at Killalea State Park Camping Area?

At Killalea State Park Camping Area, check-in is from 2pm and check-out is by 10am.

How many pitches does Killalea State Park Camping Area have?

Killalea State Park Camping Area has around 53 pitches.

What languages are spoken at Killalea State Park Camping Area?

Staff at Killalea State Park Camping Area speak English.

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