| Cost | Free |
|---|---|
| Location | 6 km west of Uralla, NSW |
| Pet Friendly | Yes |
| Campfires | Yes (BYO firewood) |
| Facilities | Toilets, water, picnic area |
| Vehicle Access | No big rig access |
| In Camps App | Yes – See full details |
If you are looking for a free camping area rich with Australian History, you will find it at Wooldridge Recreation & Fossicking Reserve, Rocky River, just west of Uralla. A major gold rush ensued in this area in the 1850s after gold was found in 1851. Although the site is historic, there isn’t much to see any more other than a few holes and beams – the traces of eager hands and machinery digging for gold. By 1856 the fields in this area were the largest in northern NSW with approximately 4000-5000 miners working the site.
There is a visitor centre nearby where you can hire equipment to try your luck fossicking. The best way, though, is to explore the fields with Uralla Goldfield Tours (Tel: 02 6772 6828). There is also a picnic area located closeby next to the river where you can frolic and explore.
Where: 6 km West of Uralla
Toilets: Yes
Camp Fires: Yes (BYO firewood)
Pet friendly: Yes
Showers: No
Water: Yes
Power: No
Mobile Reception: Yes
Big Rig Access: No
Getting There: Turn off New England Highway 800m South of the Tourist Information Centre. Take Kingstown and Devoncourt Roads.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Is Rocky River campsite at Uralla free to stay at?
Yes, this is a free camping area at Wooldridge Recreation & Fossicking Reserve, Rocky River.
Can I bring my dog to Rocky River camping area?
Yes, this campsite is pet friendly, so you can bring your dog along.
Are campfires allowed at Rocky River?
Yes, campfires are permitted but you must bring your own firewood.
Is there mobile phone reception at the campsite?
Yes, mobile reception is available at this location.
Can I fossick for gold at Rocky River?
Yes, this is a fossicking reserve with gold mining history from the 1850s. You can hire equipment from the nearby visitor centre or book a tour with Uralla Goldfield Tours on 02 6772 6828.
What facilities are available at Rocky River campsite?
The campsite has toilets and water available. There are no showers or power. A picnic area is located nearby next to the river.
Can I take a big rig or caravan to this site?
No, big rig access is not available at this campsite.
How do I get to Rocky River camping area from Uralla?
Turn off the New England Highway 800m south of the Tourist Information Centre, then take Kingstown and Devoncourt Roads.
