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Hillside Camp on Bow River in New South Wales

Host David Houlahan says:

The ultimate Farm Solitude Camping experience for nature lovers seeking adventure, peace and serenity.

This is not a place for parties and loud noise, but if you want to get away from it all and relax in a secluded Campsite surrounded by beautiful Native Bushland or explore miles of trails, gullies, caves, Flight Springs Creek and the exquisite Bow River, take some time to camp at Hillside, which is a remote 2000 acre working cattle property situated 23km west of MERRIWA, 17 km off the Golden Highway, adjoining the Goulburn River National Park.

Most sites are in secluded area's far away from each other but at busy times people may pass by some sites to access the river. There are plenty of walking trails and for the enthusiastic bushwalker, the Bow River winds its way 7km down to the Goulburn River through the National Park with its gentle flowing stream and rock pools nestled between sandstone cliffs of caves.

All sites are pet friendly, but pets must be kept on leash and cleaned up after.

Campfires are allowed when there are no restrictions. Cut firewood is available on request $20 lots, cash only.

4WD and High vehicles are recommended as tracks have rocky outcrops and some areas of loose sand. Some sites can be accessed by 2WD. The Bow River area is strictly 4WD (Low Range) access ONLY as it is extremely steep with loose gravel and rocky outcrops. AWD (All wheel drive) vehicles will not get back out. For all 4WD areas please let your Tyres down to 25psi to help conserve our tracks.

Outback 4WD tracks are now open for campers to explore as well as Hidden Valley.

All sites have toilets, but guests will need their own shower facilities and must take all waste and rubbish with them on departure.

Phone Service is very limited in this area. If you email a request, sometimes it may take a few hours for us to reply.

No motorbikes or chainsaws and no hunting allowed.

WARNING: There are many areas of cliff edges and shear drops! Children must be supervised at all times while exploring these areas. There are also dams at or near some of the campsite areas that could be dangerous if children wander off exploring alone.

Posted on: September 23, 2025 03:58
Zip code: 2329
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