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Cracknback Riverside Campground

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· Lower Creek, New South Wales
5 acres hosted by Beth A.
30 RV/tent sites
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**IMPORTANT INFORMATION** Cracknback Campground is situated almost half way between Kempsey and Armidale shires. They are each responsible for this road. The boundary between the two shires is at Blackbird Flat - which is 12 km from us towards Kempsey. The Armidale Shire section of road is officially closed (though not policed). We are obliged to pass on this information as it must be your decision whether to drive on Armidale Shire Road. There are also old signs still up saying road closed/landslip/turn around etc. Our working farm is located between Kempsey and Armidale at Lower Creek in mid-north NSW. We have grassy campsites right on the beautiful Macleay River, which is famous for Bass fishing, kayaking and swimming. *When you come here, our home is your home. Please respect the pristine wilderness and leave no trace. Clean up your camp and take your rubbish home. * Heaps of flat ground for kids to ride bikes * Watch tortoises and fish in the river * Beautiful mountain ranges and and such an open sky you can see the Milky Way * 30 roomy sites, flushing toilets, hot showers * We are dog friendly...if your dog is friendly. Please pick up after them. * Fire pits provided but bring your own wood Additional guests welcome at $20 per head per night over 15 years old. Kids under 15 years $5 per night.Additional guests welcome at $20 per head per night over 15 years old. Kids 5 - 15 years $5 per night. Under 5 free. Roadworks on Peedee hill between Feb 14 and March 14, 2024. Road closed between 8.30am and 4.30pm Tues, Wed, Thur. Slight delays Monday and Friday. DO NOT FOLLOW GPS!! Because the road is closed on live traffic, GPS will send you into backroads. Stick to Kempsey-Armidale road. Drive in a straight line until you see Cracknback signs. Dont drive over rock fall. It is sharp and will puncture tyres. Please be aware that the Armidale Council section of Kempsey-Armidale Road is officially 'closed'. We are 12km into Armidale shire coming from Kempsey. There are no restrictions on the Kempsey Shire section of road. It has not been policed and there are no barricades. Just some misleading signs (such as the VMS board at Bellbrook saying 'landslip. Turn around) . It has to be your choice to drive on Armidale Shire road. Cracknback is situated on the beautiful Macleay River in the Mid North Coast of NSW. The  campsite covers approximately 5 acres of private riverfront property. Cracknback is the perfect getaway spot to enjoy majestic mountains and pristine wilderness. Perfect location for bass fishing, swimming, canoeing or just chilling out under the stars.  Lots of flat ground for kids to ride bikes. Hot showers and flushing toilets give some creature comforts with basic, large camping sites. The property is located halfway between Kempsey and Armidale, nestled between working cattle stations and country homesteads. Fire pits provided but please bring your own wood. This is a 'leave no trace' property. We ask that you take all rubbish home and leave your site as pristine as you found it. This is a working farm and a work in progress! Welcome home
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Sarah M.recommends
March 8, 2024
Cracknback Riverside Camping
Gorgeous spot on the river we had great fun floating down then running up stream to do it all again. Access in and out of the property was borderline with a 2WD and trailer, probably wouldn’t be keen to drive the road in when dark or raining. Beth was very friendly and responsive to messages
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Ian E.recommends
March 5, 2024
Cracknback Riverside Camping
Great location, great spot down the river. Good toilets and showers, would recommend!
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Rachelle C.recommends
February 27, 2024
Cracknback Riverside Camping
Amazing place with great hosts! Would recommend to anyone looking for some a quiet remote place so relax at!
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Jaymie W.recommends
February 17, 2024
Cracknback Riverside Camping
Camping with 2 kids
Easy to find, great picturesque location. We visited on a quieter weekend so had a great selection of spots to choose from. Kids loved the swimming and the ability to explore around the camp made easy with clean mowed grass. Butterflies, insects and birds galore. Couldn’t fault anything about the venue. Beth was very friendly and easy to talk to. Will be back again now that we know how amazing it is!
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Karli F.recommends
February 11, 2024
Cracknback Riverside Camping
Peaceful location, close to the water and great amenities. Beth was very helpful and friendly. We'll be back!
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Dom N.recommends
February 7, 2024
Cracknback Riverside Camping
Beautiful property, large open areas. Friendly hosts. Shady sites are right next to the river and there is a huge flat area for larger groups. Flushing toilets and hot/ cold shower. I highly recommend Cracknback riverside camp.
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Lower Creek, New South Wales, AustraliaTraditional, ancestral territory of Dainggatti 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 Beth A.Joined in July 2016
Response rate: 100%
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