Abercrombie Caves campground
South East Forest National Park
Visitor info
All the practical information you need to know about Abercrombie Caves campground.
Getting there and parking
Abercrombie Karst Conservation Reserve is located in Central-West NSW, 1 hour south of Bathurst and 1.5 hours drive north of Goulburn. To reach the campground, enter the reserve and follow Caves Road to the visitor centre.
Road quality
- Sealed roads
Vehicle access
- 2WD vehicles
Weather restrictions
- All weather
Parking
Parking is available at Abercrombie Caves campground. Bus parking is available nearby.
Best times to visit
There are lots of great things waiting for you in Abercrombie Karst Conservation Reserve. Here are some of the highlights.
Autumn
Enjoy the cosy rooms and open fireplace at Arch Cottage and breathe in the crisp autumn air.
Spring
Pack a picnic and head off on the Grove Creek Falls walking track for a relaxing lunch with spectacular views of the waterfalls.
Summer
Step out of your tent and go for a refreshing swim in the pools of Grove Creek, then discover the natural wonders underground on a tour at Abercrombie Caves.
Winter
Explore the historic mining site at Mount Gray by day, then get cosy by the campfire at night.
Facilities
- Campsites are unmarked, unpowered and suitable for small caravans, camper trailers, campervans and tents.
- Rubbish bins are not available. Please take your rubbish with you when you leave.
Amenities
Toilets
- Flush toilets
Picnic tables
Barbecue facilities
Electric barbecues are coin operated and require $1 coins.
- Wood barbecues (bring your own firewood)
- Gas/electric barbecues (coin-operated)
- Fire rings (bring your own firewood)
Cafe/kiosk
The kiosk sells small snacks and drinks. It's a good idea to pack a picnic if you'd like to enjoy lunch on your visit to Abercrombie Caves.
Drinking water
Public phone
Showers
- Hot showers
- Cold showers
Electric power
Step-free access
The campground is step-free and mostly flat grass, with hard-packed ground and concrete pathways.
- Step-free outdoor pathways
Maps and downloads
Accessibility
Disability access level - medium
Abercrombie Caves campground is mostly flat and step-free, with hard-packed ground and concrete pathways. There are some areas where people with reduced mobility may need assistance:
- The toilets, showers and picnic tables are not wheelchair accessible
- You'll need to cross over flat grass to get to the parts of the campground that the paths don't reach
Permitted
You'll need a valid ticket or token to enter the caves. Cave entry is allowed during normal business hours; 9am to 4.30pm Thursday to Monday or daily during NSW school holidays.
Camp fires and solid fuel burners
Camping
Generators
Generators can be used in certain areas in the campground until 10pm. The campground has noise restrictions in place so visitors and wildlife can enjoy the park together.
Horses
Prohibited
- Amplified music is not permitted.
- Constructing stone rings to use as fire places is prohibited. Shared fire rings are available in the campground.
Drones
Flying a drone for recreational purposes is prohibited in this area. Drones may affect public enjoyment, safety and privacy, interfere with park operations, or pose a threat to wildlife. See the Drones in Parks policy.
This area may be a declared Drone Exclusion Zone, or may be subject to Civil Aviation Safety Authority (CASA) rules for flying near airports, aerodromes and helicopter landing sites. See CASA's Drone Flyer Rules.
Commercial filming and photography
Commercial filming or photography is prohibited without prior consent. You must apply for permission and contact the local office.
Fishing
Spear fishing is not permitted.
Gathering firewood
Firewood may not be collected from the park.
Pets
Pets and domestic animals (other than certified assistance animals) are not permitted. Find out which regional parks allow dog walking and see the pets in parks policy for more information.
Smoking
NSW national parks are no smoking areas.
Other important info
Park info
- in South East Forest National Park in the South Coast and Snowy Mountains regions
South East Forest National Park is always open but may have to close at times due to poor weather or fire danger.