Scotchies Yards campground – Kosciuszko National Park (FC)

The location is suitable for Camping beside my vehicle, and Tents.

For great views of Snowy River right out of the tent, you can’t go past Scotchies Yards campground, situated directly on the riverbank. Drift to sleep to the sounds of water rushing south to Victoria, and wombats foraging in the undergrowth.

Scotchies Yards campground is attractive at any time of year, offering an escape from Jindabyne and the ski resorts during winter, and a cool retreat during warmer months. Basic facilities make it well-suited to a casual picnic. Autumn and spring are ideal seasons to bring some swimmers and go paddling in the water without the harsh glare of the summer sun. Consider packing a fishing rod, too – the area is a popular spot to snag wild trout.

If birdwatching is of interest, Kosciuszko National Park is home to a staggering variety of native birds, particularly in the southern wilderness. Keep your binoculars handy to spot everything from currawongs to kookaburras soaring overhead or nesting in the trees.

SITE ACCESS
Unsealed road/trail – 2WD (no long vehicle access) – 4WD required in wet weather.
Scotchies Yards campground is in the southern (Lower Snowy) precinct of Kosciuszko National Park. To get there: Follow Barry Way south of Jindabyne for 68.8km. Turn left into Scotchies Yards campground immediately adjacent to the road.

Please note: GPS Co-Ordinates are approximate and provided in most cases to get you as close to the camp site as possible, or to the National Park entrance. Once inside the park there should be signs to the actual camp grounds. Failing this please check with National Parks for further directions.

FEES & BOOKINGS
No Fees or Bookings are applicable at this campground.
Some National Parks require Fees to Enter the Park. For full details see PASSES & FEES.
To book your site please use either the booking link below if provided, or visit the National Parks web site.

FACILITIES
Picnic tables, Fire rings (bring your own firewood)

RULES
This is a remote campground, so please make sure you arrive well-prepared.
Water is not available at this campground, so you’ll need to bring your own supply for drinking and cooking.
Firewood is not provided and may not be collected from the park, so you’ll need to bring your own supply.
Mobile phone reception is not available at or near this campground.
Strong currents may be present in the river, so take care in the water and please supervise children at all times.
Check the weather before you set out as the road to this campground can become boggy when it rains.
Please note noise restrictions apply at this campground.
Domestic animals may not be brought into this campground.
A current NSW recreational fishing licence is required when fishing in all waters

The rules listed above pertain to this particular camp site. For more detailed information direct from the National Parks web site, please click on the relevant links below.
PARK CLOSURES, FIRE SAFETY, CAMPING , SAFETY IN NATIONAL PARKS

We are still in the process of obtaining more information about this site.

Data & Photos courtesy of: NSW National Parks & Wildlife Service
Updated: 160415RC