Cypress Pine campground

Cypress Pine campground has 13 marked sites beside the Boonoo Boonoo River in northern NSW. It is a compact bush campground for tents, camper trailers, caravans and motorhomes, with swimming holes, fishing and walks close by but no showers or powered sites.

Compared with a large holiday park, the appeal is the river setting and small site count. The trade-offs are limited reception, basic amenities and site sizes that favour modest rigs over very large setups.

Sites and setup#

All 13 sites are unpowered. NSW National Parks lists camping beside your vehicle, with parking at sites and two hard-packed car parks. Site dimensions and manoeuvring room vary, so check the booking map carefully if towing. Smaller tents, swags and rooftop setups have the broadest choice.

The campground is mostly flat with firm ground, but the land manager notes that not every path or facility is fully accessible. There is an accessible non-flush toilet; contact the park in advance if a step-free route is essential.

Access and conditions#

The approach along Morgans Gully Track is unsealed. NSW National Parks rates it as 2WD-accessible in all weather, but gravel can be slippery when wet. A current local safety alert, reviewed 13 September 2026, reminds drivers that the park limit is 40km/h and drops to 10km/h in shared pedestrian areas.

Use the official campground page for booking and directions, and review its visitor information before towing. Winter nights can be cold and frosty.

Facilities, water and fires#

Facilities include non-flush toilets, picnic tables, free gas or electric barbecues and wood barbecues. There are no showers or bins. Water is available but must be treated before drinking; carrying drinking water is the simplest reliable option, and all rubbish needs to leave with you.

Limited firewood may be supplied for the wood barbecues, but collection in the park is not allowed. Fire bans and temporary restrictions override normal arrangements. Generators and pets are prohibited, and mobile reception is limited.

River time and nearby walks#

Secluded waterholes along the Boonoo Boonoo River are the campground's main draw. Conditions are natural and unpatrolled, so inspect depth, current and submerged hazards before swimming. The park also offers fishing and walking, including routes towards Boonoo Boonoo Falls; confirm track status before setting out.

Choosing a site#

Use the NSW booking photos and dimensions rather than selecting on site number alone. A pitch close to the river may make swimming access easier, while one nearer the toilet blocks reduces walking at night. Neither benefit guarantees privacy: the campground is small and sound carries through open bush.

For a caravan or motorhome, prioritise a clearly adequate pad and turning approach over the prettiest photograph. For a tent, look at ground area, tree cover and the route from car to sleeping area. Bring levelling equipment for vehicles and a groundsheet for tents, and keep food secured from wildlife even when the campground is quiet.

What campers say#

Public accounts add useful site-selection detail, though they are not official facility advice:

• A site-by-site Cypress Pine review reports that many pitches feel compact and are best suited to tents, swags and rooftop setups, despite the campground accepting larger vehicle types.
• The same review notes two toilet blocks, including an accessible one, which can make proximity to amenities a practical booking-map consideration.
• A 2025 Bald Rock camping comparison describes Cypress Pine as a peaceful, shaded alternative beside a quiet river. Shade varies by site and season, so use the booking photos rather than assuming every pitch is identical.

Booking Cypress Pine campground#

Book through NSW National Parks and verify current fees, fire conditions and alerts before departure. If suitable dates are unavailable, CampWatch can monitor supported cancellations while you continue checking the official calendar.