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The Ruins Campground and Picnic Area

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📍 4374 The Lakes Way☎ 02 6591 0300

Located just 15km south of Forster, The Ruins campground is well equipped and a convenient base to explore nearby beaches, walking and whale watching activities. (via site)

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🏞️ Attractions

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Elizabeth Beach
Elizabeth BeachBeaches & swimming

Elizabeth Beach is a beach and locality located within the township of Pacific Palms, New South Wales.

4.6 km · ~7 min driveDirections ↗
Booti Booti National Park
Booti Booti National ParkParks & play

Booti Booti National Park is a national park in New South Wales, Australia, 282 kilometres (175 mi), by road, north-north-east of Sydney. The holiday town of Forster-Tuncurry lies immediately to the north.

5.5 km · ~9 min driveDirections ↗
Shelly Beach
Shelly BeachBeaches & swimming

Elizabeth Beach is a beach and locality located within the township of Pacific Palms, New South Wales. The beaches itself measures 1km long and is surrounded by the Booti Booti National Park. The Surf Life Saving Club, established in 1986, is located in the centre of the beach. Small boats can be launched from the Southern end of Elizabeth Beach, adjacent to the creek that drains out into the surf

5.8 km · ~11 min driveDirections ↗
Boomerang Beach
Boomerang BeachBeaches & swimming

Boomerang Beach is a locality and beach in the township of Pacific Palms, New South Wales, 282km (175mi) by road north of Sydney. The 1.45 km beach is surrounded by the Booti Booti National Park and backed by dune vegetation.

7.2 km · ~11 min driveDirections ↗
Veropa ParkParks & play11.7 km · ~15 min driveDirections ↗
Stokes Hill (125 m)Summits & peaks20.1 km · ~30 min driveDirections ↗
Yahoo Island Nature ReserveParks & play29.4 km · ~31 min driveDirections ↗
Harmony Hill (15 m)Summits & peaks29.7 km · ~31 min driveDirections ↗

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How much does it cost to camp at The Ruins Campground and Picnic Area?

The Ruins Campground and Picnic Area charges a camping fee.

Can I bring an RV or caravan to The Ruins Campground and Picnic Area?

Yes, caravans and RVs are welcome.

Can I pitch a tent at The Ruins Campground and Picnic Area?

Yes, tent camping is allowed.

Are campfires allowed at The Ruins Campground and Picnic Area?

No, campfires are not allowed.

Are there toilets at The Ruins Campground and Picnic Area?

Yes, toilets are available on site.

Are showers available at The Ruins Campground and Picnic Area?

Yes, showers are available.

Are there electrical hookups at The Ruins Campground and Picnic Area?

No electrical hookups are available.

Is there WiFi at The Ruins Campground and Picnic Area?

No, there's no internet access on site.

Is there an RV dump station at The Ruins Campground and Picnic Area?

No dump station is available.

Who runs The Ruins Campground and Picnic Area?

The Ruins Campground and Picnic Area is operated by NSW National Parks and Wildlife Service.

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