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Kybeyan Retreat

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· Kybeyan, New South Wales
3000 acres hosted by Liz H.
7 Vehicle/Tent sites
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Pets can be off-leash at this Hipcamp.
Pitch your tent or park your campertrailer in the native bushland with the pristine Numeralla River as your boundary fence. This 3000 acre property is located close to Nimmitabel and not too far from Cooma. Try your hand at trout fishing and enjoy endless tracks for bushwalking and observing the native wildlife. Wander along the river banks just enjoying the serenity of the location and witness platypus feeding, water dragons sunning themselves and the brown trout fly feeding and one of Australia's beautiful but lesser known native rodents, Rakali (intelligent semi aquatic water rat who's scientific name translates to golden -bellied water mouse). One of Australia's two aquatic mammals, the platypus being the other. This campsite suits self-contained campers who bring their own camping toilet/shower. IF NO CHEMICAL TOILET, DIG A HOLE AT LEAST 30CM DEEP . There is access to a drinking water supply (mountain river water), or you can bring your own water. After heavy rain you may need to boil/filter for drinking. You will need a 4WD to access the campsites closest to the river as there is a shallow gully crossing. Camper trailer or off road pop up campers will be able to negoiate the tracks. Good clearance necessary to pass over one gully crossing. Dogs are welcome, however, we do run sheep in an adjoining paddock so they need to stay close to your camp. Kids aged 16 and under camp for free. There is a dedicated campfire pit so you can stay warm on chilly evenings (please check to see if there is a seasonal fire ban in place). Fire wood can be provided - chainsaws are permitted but be mindful of structures that are animal habitats. Your family may enjoy taking a bushwalk that takes you around the 300 acre native bush paddock. Climb up and get a birds eye view down into a gully of magnificent granite boulders above where the river disappears deep below. Identify the unique sounds of the native birds and follow the tracks wildlife create. We are centrally located - just 1.5 hours from the snowfields and from the best beaches of the NSW coastline. There is a small general store, 2 takeaway cafes and a pub at Nimmitabel, or you can get all supplies in Cooma 25 mins away. Please note that we have very limited reception service for mobiles, so let's communicate via messages before you arrive in our area. I can provide a camping setup if you need extra bedding or you don't have any camping equipment or tent.Pitch your tent or park your camper in the native bushland with the pristine Numeralla River as your boundary fence.  Try your hand at trout fishing and enjoy endless tracks for bushwalking and observing the native wildlife.  Wander along the river banks just enjoying the serenity of the location and witness platypus feeding,  water dragons sunning themselves and the brown trout fly feeding.  The river is wide enough to launch a kayak and has many swimming holes for the kids to enjoy! This campsite suits self-contained campers who bring their own camping toilet/shower. There is access to a drinking water supply (mountain river water), or you can bring your own water. You will need a 4WD to access the campsites closest to the river as there is a shallow creek crossing.   Well behaved dogs welcome off leash, otherwise please keep on the lead. Kids aged 16 and under camp for free.  There is a dedicated campfire pit so you can stay warm on chilly evenings (please check to see if there is a seasonal fire ban in place). Fire wood can be provided - chainsaws are permitted but mindful not to destroy native animal habitat. Your family may enjoy taking a bushwalk that takes you around the 300 acre native bush paddock.   Climb up and get a birds eye view down into a gully of magnificent granite boulders above where the river disappears deep below. There is also a longer walk with markers to a natural water weir at a much larger water drop through the boulders of granite that also provide a great view of the river below and beyond. Identify the unique sounds of the native birds and follow the tracks wildlife create. We are centrally located - just 1.5 hours from the snowfields and from the beach.  There is a small general store, 2 takeaway cafes and a pub at Nimmitabel,  or you can get all supplies in Cooma 25 mins away. Please note that we have very limited reception service for mobiles, so let's communicate via messages before you arrive in our area.  I can provide a camping setup if you need extra bedding or you don't have any camping equipment or tent.
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Dave C.doesn't recommend
February 23, 2024
Kybeyan Retreat
I have to admit that I was very disappointed with this site. Firstly, after you cross the Numeralla Bridge, the gate is not signed as Kybeyan Retreat, simply the property name, which makes it quite confusing. Secondly, once in the property, the campsite was very, very poor and the river was pretty overgrown. I actually in the end didn't stay, just turned around and drove home. The cost was ridiculous for what you didn't get. especially when I stayed the previous 2 nights at the NRMA Jindabyne for total of $66, not $36 per night, plus the Hicamp charge. I will be honest and I will be lucky to use or look at any other properties on Hicamp.
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Richard M.recommends
February 2, 2024
Kybeyan Retreat
Fabulous directions made the property easy to find. Lovely peaceful camp-site by the river. Unfortunatly we were only able to spend one night , but we will be back.
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Ainsley M.recommends
January 20, 2024
Kybeyan Retreat
A delightful and quiet property
A delightful property in a beautiful part of the world. There are five spots set aside for camping, and we chose site 5, which is the end of the track. It is set up a bit higher from the river, and you get the best of both worlds, safe from a fast rising river but looking over the river valley. The trail into the site is a bit narrow and winding, which will preclude bigger campers and definitely no caravans. We got a Kimberley Kamper in but only just had enough room to get it back out again. The site allows for wild bush rambling, and the walk to the falls starts just over a kilometre along the trail to the creek. It was incredibly peaceful and quiet, and I highly recommend it if you are after a beautiful site in peace and quiet.
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Steph M.recommends
January 6, 2024
Kybeyan Retreat
Peaceful and scenic, directions were clear and the little creek was gorgeous! Will definitely recommend to friends and return if travelling this way again!
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Anthony W.
January 3, 2024
Kybeyan Retreat
Booked last minute and got a great spot to camp. Was at camp 2 and wasn’t quite the easiest to get in and out for a swim. Wasn’t 100% sure I was at the right spot but there was only an area flat enough for one small to medium tent there by the river.
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Martin R.recommends
January 1, 2024
Kybeyan Retreat
Very natural with lots of wildlife - exactly what I like
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Kybeyan, New South Wales, AustraliaTraditional, ancestral territory of Yuin, Ngarigo, and Bidwell First Nations according to To respect the Host's privacy, the precise address of this land will be provided after booking
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Hosted by Liz H.Joined in April 2021
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