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Bonnie Vale campground

Royal National Park

Bonnie Vale campground in Royal National Park has powered sites, hot showers, and Hacking River swimming. Book your stay or set up a free CampWatch alert.

Campsites

79 sites

Check-in

2pm

Check-out

10am

Site types

tent, caravan, camper trailer

Facilities

toiletsshowerspowered sitesunpowered sitesmarked sitesdrinking waterbarbecue facilitiespicnic tables

Best for

familiesbeach-loversfishinghiking
Books out fast — this is one of the most popular campgrounds in the park. Set up a free CampWatch alert to catch cancellations.

Bonnie Vale campground is a large campground in Royal National Park, Australia. It has 79 campsites with toilets, showers and powered sites.

Getting there#

Address: 2 Sea Breeze Lane, Bonnie Vale, NSW, 2232 - in Royal National Park

Check the official website for detailed directions and current road conditions.

Facilities#

Bonnie Vale campground offers the following facilities:

  • toilets
  • showers
  • powered sites
  • unpowered sites
  • marked sites
  • drinking water
  • barbecue facilities
  • picnic tables

Check the official page for the full list and current facility status.

Can't get a booking?#

Bonnie Vale campground is one of the most popular campgrounds in the area and books out fast - especially during school holidays, long weekends, and summer.

Set up a free CampWatch alert and we'll text you the moment a spot opens up. No app, no account - just your phone number.

Climate

Best time to visit Bonnie Vale campground

Sydney and surrounds experiences warm summers (25°C avg) and mild winters (10°C–16°C). Rainfall peaks in February (88mm avg). The driest camping months are April, May, September and October.

Summer

Dec–Feb

25°C high

20°C low

82mm rain

Autumn

Mar–May

21°C high

16°C low

69mm rain

Winter

Jun–Aug

16°C high

10°C low

46mm rain

Spring

Sep–Nov

22°C high

14°C low

59mm rain

Best camping months: April, May, September and October

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FAQ

Frequently asked questions

How do I get to Bonnie Vale campground?

You can drive via Audley — cross Audley Weir, follow Sir Bertram Stevens Drive for about 10km, turn left onto Bundeena Drive, then left onto Sea Breeze Lane. Alternatively, catch the train to Cronulla, take the Cronulla-Bundeena ferry across Port Hacking, and walk about 15 minutes from Bundeena Wharf to the campground entrance.

How do I book Bonnie Vale campground?

Book online through the NSW National Parks website. Select your dates and group size, then complete payment. Popular dates sell out fast, especially school holidays and summer weekends. If your dates are sold out, set up a free CampWatch alert to get notified when a cancellation opens up.

Can I have a campfire at Bonnie Vale campground?

No, campfires are not permitted at Bonnie Vale campground. Gas and electric barbecue facilities are provided throughout the campground for cooking.

Does Bonnie Vale campground have powered sites?

Yes, Bonnie Vale has a mix of powered and unpowered sites. It is one of the few NSW national park campgrounds to offer powered sites, making it suitable for caravans and camper trailers that need mains power.

What time does the gate close at Bonnie Vale?

The boom gate at Bonnie Vale campground locks at 8pm and reopens at 7am. Check-in is from 2pm to 8pm, and check-out is between 7am and 10am. Plan your arrival and departure around these times.

Is Bonnie Vale campground good for families?

Bonnie Vale is one of the best family campgrounds near Sydney. The sheltered sand spit on the Hacking River is safe for young swimmers, there are hot showers and flush toilets, and Bundeena village is walking distance for supplies. During school holidays, NPWS runs guided nature activities for kids at the campground.

What's the weather like at Bonnie Vale campground?

Sydney and surrounds experiences warm summers (25°C avg) and mild winters (10°C–16°C). Rainfall peaks in February (88mm avg). The driest camping months are April, May, September and October.

When is the best time to camp at Bonnie Vale campground?

The best months for camping at Bonnie Vale campground are April, May, September and October, when temperatures are comfortable and rainfall is lowest.