70km from Mystery Bay · 2 sites · Tents, RVsBig Island Bend offers riverside camping on pristine bushland on the Western bank of the Clyde River just North of Big Island in the middle of the Batemans Bay Marine Park. Both campsites are in a beautiful location with access to riverfront beaches, a boat ramp, water sports, fishing, mountain bike trails and hiking.
BEFORE YOU BOOK - PLEASE MAKE SURE THIS PROPERTY IS RIGHT FOR YOU
1. CAPACITY - We are able to host only a single campsite comprising a single tent or caravan for no more than two nights duration only. This will ensure compliance with NSW State Govt regulations that are policed heavily by Eurobodalla Shire Council. Please do not plan to erect a second tent – this may result in a fine that we will pass on to you. We apologise if this prohibits your larger family and small group from enjoying our property (which we agree is harmless in moderation, exactly what humans will increasingly need, and should not be prohibited by any government).
2. SITE AMENITIES - The camp is best suited to adventurous campers with swags, tents, rooftops, light camping trailers and small popup caravans. It is gradually becoming more luxurious, but we are not aiming to be a hotel. There is a flushing toilet, a hot shower, running (dam) water, and firepits but there is no electricity or refrigeration at the sites. A fire pit exists in each site, but please ensure there are no restrictions in place before lighting. Free firewood is often available, but best to bring some of your own as well if you prefer not to go scavenging. A BBQ is available during Total Fire Bans.
3. ROAD ACCESS - The last couple of km of dirt track are undulating and dusty, but perfectly fine for all vehicles in dry conditions. Access and exit will become challenging for larger motorhomes and caravans, heavy camping trailers and 2WD vehicles (especially front-wheel-drive), after periods of heavy or prolonged rain. We will refund your booking fee if you choose to cancel, or we close the property, due to the weather (it will need to be bad for us to close the property, so you won’t want to be there anyway). Please message us in advance for advice if you are concerned about the weather or vehicle access.
4. PETS - Well behaved pets are welcome but must be controlled and cleaned up after.
5. FREE KAYAKS & FISHING GEAR - Each site hire includes the use of 1 x double kayak, 1 x single kayak, paddles, lifejackets, and access to fishing gear (when available). Kayaks can be pooled between both sites by negotiation, but please ensure the other campsite agrees to share before using their kayaks, and return them to the central pool immediately after use.
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So, if kids off screens, dads off laptops, shoes off feet and swimming fishing, paddling, exploring the bush and cooking on a fire sounds alright then come down, switch off and reconnect.