Dunphys campground

Dunphys campground is a remote, unpowered campground in a grassy clearing at the southern end of Megalong Valley, with views toward Mt Cloudmaker and the Wild Dog Mountains. Its 15 unmarked sites include options beside your vehicle or a short walk from the car. It is a useful base for walks and fishing along Cox’s River, and Bellbird Point is a short walk away.

Allow about 40 minutes from Blackheath via Megalong Valley Road. The final 5 km is unsealed, narrow and steep in places, and may bog after rain. The last 2.5 km crosses private property through three gates. NSW National Parks lists the route for 2WD, but take it slowly and watch for livestock, children and wildlife. Mobile reception is limited.

The sites are unpowered. Facilities include non-flush toilets, picnic tables, coin-operated gas and electric barbecues, and fire rings. Bring drinking and cooking water and your own firewood; potable water on site is not confirmed. Campfires may be prohibited during fire bans, so have a gas or liquid-fuel stove as a backup.

Kangaroos and wombats may visit the grassy clearing, while wedge-tailed eagles and cockatoos can pass overhead. Campers often mention starry skies and kangaroos or wallabies, though weekends can be busy, especially around vehicle-side sites. The campground is named for conservationist Myles Dunphy, whom NSW National Parks credits with helping form the park. Ruins of an early settler’s cottage are nearby.