Belmont Wetlands State Park on NSW’s Mid-North Coast is home to the state’s newest campground, which features 122 individual campsites.

 

The NSW State Government recently opened a new $1.9 million campground at Belmont Wetlands, nestled amongst sand dunes between Lake Macquarie and Nine Mile Beach.

Belmont Wetlands New Campground

The campground facilities include two BBQs, covered seating areas, an accessible bathroom, and both hot and cold showers.

‘These new facilities mean families, school groups and travellers can stay overnight at a really affordable price, surrounded by some of the most spectacular coastline and bushland in the state’, said Minister for the Hunter and Member for Swansea, Yasmin Catley.

 

 

The campground is limited to tents and camper trailers, with caravans and motor homes restricted. Campsites cost $40 per night for a maximum of five people and one vehicle, and can be booked through the Belmont Wetlands State Park website.

However, during the Christmas and New Year period (24th of Dec-5th of Jan), there’s a three-night booking minimum and sites cost $50 per night.

The park and campground is a two-hour drive from Sydney and half an hour from Newcastle.

‘The new and upgraded Belmont Wetlands Campground is set to become one of the Hunter region’s standout eco-tourism drawcards’, said Minister for Lands & Property and Tourism, Steve Kamper.

What is Belmont Wetlands State Park?

Belmont Wetlands State Park was acquired by the NSW Government from BHP in 2002 after the conclusion of sand mining in the area, and is now preserved by staff, volunteers, and other community groups.

‘Revenue from the campground will be reinvested to maintain and improve park infrastructure, support conservation efforts, and protect the park’s unique natural environment’, said Nicole Dunn, Belmont Wetlands Administrator.

The park includes 554 hectares of wetlands, sand dunes, and bush, and is a popular spot for bird watching, hiking, surfing, fishing, 4WDing, fishing, cycling, and horse riding.

 

Photos thanks to Belmont Wetlands State Park Facebook page

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