Water and facilities
A non-flush toilet is provided, but no water is supplied. Hikers have reported natural water nearby, but it can be stagnant or dry up. Plan as if there’s no dependable water source at camp.
Overview
About Mobbs Swamp campground
Why stop
- A non-flush toilet is listed at this remote camp.
Heads up
- The 12 km approach takes about four hours on foot.
Map
Where it is
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Before you go
Water and facilities
3 active Blue Mountains alerts
- ClosureRoads and tracks closed across Blue Mountains National ParkMany roads, fire trails and walking tracks across Blue Mountains National Park are closed; do not enter closed areas.Official details
- CautionPark-wide solid-fuel fire banA park fire ban is active across Blue Mountains National Park: campfires and solid-fuel barbecues and stoves are prohibited. - Gas and electric cookers are permitted, subject to safety rules.Official details
The highest, rockiest slopes around here are a summer buffet for grizzly bears.
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More about Mobbs Swamp campground
A camp for K2K walkersMobbs Swamp campground is a remote campsite in the Southern Blue Mountains, known as an…
Mobbs Swamp campground is a remote campsite in the Southern Blue Mountains, known as an overnight stop on the Kanangra to Katoomba (K2K) walk. It suits experienced backcountry walkers planning that demanding route; it isn’t a drive-up camping option.
The approachThe most popular route comes in from Green Gully: 12 km on foot, about four hours, via…
The most popular route comes in from Green Gully: 12 km on foot, about four hours, via Mitchells Creek Fire Trail. There’s no vehicle access. The K2K is demanding, and the footpad can be faint in places. Bookings aren’t required. Before setting out, leave a trip intention form with an emergency contact; a free personal locator beacon can be borrowed from Blue Mountains Heritage Centre in Blackheath.
Wildlife
Wildlife in Blue Mountains
58 sightingsGrey KangarooMost seen around 6 AMSighting map
43 sightingsWombatMost seen around 6 PMSighting map
18 sightingsRed-necked WallabyMost seen around 6 PMSighting map
53 sightingsSwamp WallabyMost seen around 7 AMSighting map
23 sightingsBrushtail PossumMost seen around 7 PMSighting map
30 sightingsRing-tailed PossumMost seen around 7 PMSighting mapSighting maps show where each species has been reported across Blue Mountains. Wildlife moves, so no sighting is guaranteed.
