Crowdy Bay National Park

Notable Campgrounds

• Best for a family camping holiday: Diamond Head Campground is the park’s largest and busiest campground, with space for motorhomes, caravans, and camper trailers, picnic and barbecue sites, and hot showers. 
• Best for escaping the crowds: Kylies Beach Campground has quiet shady pitches for caravans and tents, with restrooms and showers, within a short walk of the beach.
• Best for hikers: Indian Head Campground is suitable for tents and camper trailers, and has bushwalking trails and the beach right on its doorstep. Look out for kangaroos hopping around the grounds in the evening. 

Tips for Snagging a Campsite Reservation

1. Advance bookings are essential, and you will need to pay the full amount before arrival. Campsites have a minimum nightly rate, and minimal stays may apply in peak season.
2. Space is limited at some Crowdy Bay campgrounds, so book at least three months in advance for peak periods such as summer, school holidays, and bank holiday weekends. 

When to Go

With its subtropical climate, Crowdy Bay is a year-round spot for swimming and outdoor activities. Summer temperatures can climb over 30°C, so come prepared, especially if you plan to hike—an early start is recommended. Wildflowers blanket the landscapes in spring, while the late-blooming Christmas Bells are most vibrant around the holiday season. May to November is the time to spot humpback whales on their annual migration.

Know Before You Go

• Crowdy Bay National Park is located 70km south of Port Macquarie, or about a 1-hour drive. There are two entrances to the park—Diamond Head to the north and Crowdy Head Road to the south. 
• Facilities within the park include restrooms, picnic and barbecue areas, and drinking water outlets, but you’ll need to bring everything else you need with you. The closest place to purchase fuel and supplies is Laurieton, about 10 kilometres from the park.

• There is an entrance fee (per vehicle) to visit the park, and park entry fees apply for all campgrounds within the park. 
• Fire bans are common throughout New South Wales during dry periods. Check local regulations before lighting your campfire, and always use the fire rings provided.

Nearby Attractions

A scenic headland bordered by two pristine beaches, Crowdy Head boasts panoramic views over the ocean and an excellent vantage point of the Three Brothers Mountains.