1–2 nights
Weekend: Bonnie Vale base camp
A realistic overnight plan using Bonnie Vale (car access). Book months ahead for holidays. North Era is closed to camping in 2026.
Best for: Car campers who book ahead; northern access via Bundeena
— checked against NPWS / BeachSafe where applicable.
Check NPWS alerts →Step 1
Book NPWS camping
Reserve Bonnie Vale (or Uloola Falls walk-in) via NPWS or 1300 072 757. Site fees are separate from park entry. School holidays fill months ahead.
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Day one: settle + short coast
Check-in (typically afternoon — confirm NPWS times), set up, then a short beach (Bonnie Vale / Horderns) or village walk. Avoid starting a long remote track after a late arrival.
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Day two: Wattamolla or Audley
Wattamolla for lagoon/picnic (early for parking), or Audley for Visitor Centre, boatshed and river picnic. Optional Bundeena kayak rental if conditions suit.
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Prefer a roof?
NPWS cottages (Weemalah, Hilltop, Reids Flat) are the in-park alternative to tents — book only on NPWS. Or base in Cronulla/Bundeena hotels via the Stay guide.
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Pack notes
- Booking confirmation + park entry payment method
- Tent/sleeping kit or cottage packing list from NPWS
- Food plan — limited shops; Bundeena has basics
- Fuel stove rules / no open fires where prohibited
If things go wrong
- No camping availability → cottages or Stay outside park (Cronulla)
- Wet weather → Audley / short walks; skip cliff exposure
- North Era plans → cancelled for 2026 camping; redesign as day walk
Related guides
Unofficial guide — always verify conditions with NSW National Parks and BeachSafe before visiting.
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