North Era campground in Royal National Park has been closed since 14 July 2023 and remains closed in 2026.
NPWS has not published a reopening date. The official alert reads "closed until further notice" and confirms the closure continues through 2026. The campground is not bookable, and CampWatch does not run availability alerts for it.
What was here#
When it was open, North Era had 12 walk-in tent sites tucked behind the dunes on the Coast Track, between Garie and Burning Palms beaches. It was a backpack-only campground reached by foot from Bundeena, Otford, or Garie.
What's open instead#
The two campgrounds still open in Royal National Park in 2026 are:
- Uloola Falls campground — walk-in, basic facilities, often quiet. Closest in-park alternative if you want a walk-in night.
- Bonnie Vale campground — the park's main car-based campground (79 sites, hot showers, full facilities). Books out fast for weekends and school holidays.
For the full picture — including booking strategy, current closures across the park, and how to get there without a car — see the Royal National Park camping guide.
Address (for reference)#
Address: 30 Coast Track, Lilyvale, NSW, 2508
Check the official NPWS page for the latest status.
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Frequently asked questions
Is North Era campground open?
No. North Era campground has been closed since 14 July 2023 and NPWS has confirmed it remains closed in 2026 with no published reopening date. The campground is not bookable and CampWatch does not run availability alerts for it.
When will North Era campground reopen?
NPWS hasn't published a reopening date. The current alert reads "closed until further notice" and confirms the closure continues through 2026.
What's the closest alternative to North Era campground?
Uloola Falls is the closest walk-in alternative inside Royal National Park, though it's inland rather than on the coast. Bonnie Vale is the park's main car-based campground. Both are bookable through the NPWS site. See our [Royal National Park camping guide](/blog/royal-national-park-camping-guide) for the full picture.
Which national park is North Era campground in?
North Era campground is in Royal National Park, on the Coast Track between Garie and Burning Palms.