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The Ruins campground and picnic area

25 Ratings

Features

Popular

  • Toilets
  • Drinking Water
  • BBQ Areas
  • Showers
  • Swimming

Popular

  • Pets Allowed
  • Free
  • Toilets
  • Drinking Water
  • BBQ Areas
  • Powered sites
  • Showers
  • Swimming
  • Allows fires

Activities

  • Water slide
  • Biking
  • Hiking
  • Fishing
  • Walking Trails
  • 4WD Trails
  • Bar

Type

  • Next to car
  • Allotted Site
  • Short walk to car
  • Caravans
  • Camper Trailers
  • Glamping
  • Cabins Available
  • Pub

For Kids

  • Jumping pillow
  • Horse riding
  • Kids play park
  • Organised kids activities
  • TAWK Supporters

Ownership

  • National Parks
  • State Forest
  • Independent
  • BIG4
  • Kui Parks
  • Aspen Parks
  • Discovery Holiday Parks
  • Family Parks
  • Reflections
  • Top Parks
  • NRMA
  • Holiday Haven
  • Ingenia

Access

  • Hike in
  • Car
  • 4WD only
  • Disabled Access

Other

  • Firewood for sale
  • Boat Ramp Nearby
  • Wifi
  • Phone Reception
  • Dump Spot
  • Garbage
  • Swimming pool
  • Water (Non Drinking)
  • Laundry
  • Coffee Nearby
  • Boat Cleaning Facilities
  • Cafe onsite
  • 4WD beach driving

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25 Reviews

sergio
1 year ago

Great place to camp

Ally
1 year ago

Nice spot with hot showers, parents room/shower and picnic bbq facilities. Reason why they lose a star - lighting in bbq area comes on too late so you’re cooking and eating in the dark. Our first nigh... Read more

algebuckina
2 years ago

I've been here twice now and just got back from the 2nd trip there. It's a very busy campsite so if you like your peace and quiet look elsewhere, there were both families with kids and young teenage groups both times I've been there. You're right next to the beach, the sites are all huge and the toilets are new so they're in very good state. I'll be returning again in the warmer months.

Mohammad
2 years ago

Fantastic setting with direct beach access. I was also surprised about a high amount of visitors and they all were quite and respectful.

The Purple Noon
2 years ago

Stayed at the Ruins late December 2022 to early January 2023 Great spot,clean & well worth it. Walks were great

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Top Questions

David M. 3 months ago
Question:

Is there a dump point here ?

Answer:
Ben M. 6 years ago
Question:

Are fires allowed here?

Answer:

No. Not permitted in a nation park.. by Nicholas c.

Answer:
Julie Kevin Martin 6 years ago
Question:

Are they hot showers do u need to book for a guaranteed spot ?

Answer:

Yes. Hot showers timed for 3 minutes. You have to book a spot now. Great spot to spend a few relaxing days. by Nicholas c.

Answer:

Are dogs allowed? by Leanda G.

Answer:

Location

The Lakes Way,
Booti Booti 2428,
NSW

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Details

Listing type
Campsite
No. of sites
106
Allotted Site
Yes
Caravans
Yes
Management
National Parks
Phone
Website
Visit

Average temperature

January
L 20°C
H 27°C
February
L 20°C
H 27°C
March
L 19°C
H 26°C
April
L 17°C
H 23°C
May
L 14°C
H 21°C
June
L 12°C
H 18°C
July
L 11°C
H 18°C
August
L 11°C
H 19°C
September
L 14°C
H 22°C
October
L 16°C
H 23°C
November
L 17°C
H 25°C
December
L 19°C
H 26°C
Source: Meteostat

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