Trial Bay Gaol campground, Arakoon National Park, South West Rocks NSW
198. Our new favourite Campground in Australia.
South West Rocks is a fantastic beachside town approx halfway between Brisbane and Sydney on the NSW coast.
We really enjoyed our time at the Trial Bay Gaol campground in the Arakoon National Park and were lucky that we were able to stay in the overflow area directly overlooking the ocean where we watched Whales and Dolphins swim by and turtles as the popped up right in front of us. Kangaroos also came right up to our Motorhome. The overflow is only available if the campground is full.
There are 3 toilet blocks and showers available, BBQ's and water also. There is also a great camp kitchen.
There is also a dump point and bins on site.
It is National Park so no pets are allowed. You can see why with so much wildlife wandering around the park here.
We had great coverage with both Telstra and Vodafone.
I saw all sorts of fish caught including Kingfish and more. It is also very popular for Spear fishing. You can take a walk also through the old Gaol.
Cost to stay is $31 for unpowered or $36 for a powered site.
Our stay here was 4-13th November 2018
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Trial Bay Gaol Camping Area - Arakoon National Park -South West Rocks, NSW
Trial Bay Gaol camping. Unique. Full camping facility at Arakoon National Park, South West Rocks, NSW. Trial Bay Gaol onsite.
Detailed video of site, facilities, surroundings and gaol.
Gaol open to the public. Spectacular views. Restaurant. Caravans, 5th wheelers and camping options.
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Whale Watching: South West Rocks, NSW Australia - Trial Bay Gaol and Smoky Cape Lighthouse
Long Weekend Road Trip:
• South West Rocks, NSW (Australia)
Day One:
• Saturday, 30th September 2017
Filming Locations:
• Seabreeze Hotel, South West Rocks
• Trial Bay Gaol (Jail), Arakoon National Park
• Smoky Cape Lighthouse, Hat Head National Park
Music:
• Broke For Free - Gold Lining
• Liam M - Medicine
• Zymek - Tomorrow
Filming Equipment:
• Canon G7X Mark II
• DJI Phantom 3 Professional Drone
Trial Bay Gaol Campground - South West Rocks - Arakoon National Park, NSW
The Trial Bay Gaol campground is situated on the headland at South West Rocks and is next to the ruins of the old Trial Bay Gaol. It's very much like a caravan park and therefore the costs are little higher than most National Park campsites. There is a restaurant at the rear of the camping area and a lovely calm bay at the side of the camping area. There is a large ammenity block with flushing toilets and hot showers. There are firepits for use however they are communal.
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Trial Bay Gaol at South West Rocks in the Arakoon National Park
South West Rocks: Trial Bay Gaol is an excellent piece of Macleay Valley history. The prisoners were brought to Trial Bay to build a breakwall that would provide shelter for ships travelling up and down the New South Wales coast. The breakwall didn’t last long. A large storm smashed it.
If you get a chance to visit the jail, turn right as you walk into the prison, and watch the short introductory documentary. The film is presented by the late Mike Hayes. He was a former ABC presenter, documentary maker, Sydney Morning Herald writer and musician.
During his time at the ABC in the Northern Territory, he became the first person to break the news of Cyclone Tracy hitting Darwin.
After working in Canberra and Darwin, he settled in the Macleay Valley and was writing a column called ‘Prickle Farm.’ He died days short of his 59th birthday.
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South West Rocks // Camping
Few days camping on the Mid North Coast, South West Rocks - Trial Bay. Had decent weather and got some swell for once, ended up surfing more than I thought but did not film any as I forgot my GoPro mount.
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Ep. 12 - South West Rocks, Trial Bay Gaol and Dorrigo National Park
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We were recommended to visit South West Rocks by Luke whom we met on our travels (also living the bus life). It was beautiful, delicious fish and chips too! Relaxed atmosphere, plenty of other travellers and more wonderful dog friendly beaches and walks.
Trial Bay Gaol which is in South West Rocks, was an interesting visit. Scott talks about the history of the place and we take a tour inside the ruins.
We weave our way up the coast stopping in at little bays here and there, and then head inland a little bit to Dorrigo National Park which Luke also recommended us. Awesome rainforest, bush turkeys everywhere and waterfalls to feast your eyes on. Unfortunately we had a bit of trouble with the drone... which you can see for yourself ;)
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Trial Bay Camp Ground, Arakoon Conservation Area, South West Rocks, NSW
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Scotts Head is a coastal village of the Nambucca Shire local government area in the Mid North Coast region of New South Wales, Australia.
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* Scotts Head main beach
*Scotts Head lookout
*South West Rocks (Arakoon National Park)
*Sea Breeze Beach Hotel
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Long Weekend Road Trip:
• South West Rocks, NSW (Australia)
Day Two:
• Sunday, 1st October 2017
Filming Locations:
• Horseshoe Bay Holiday Park, South West Rocks
• Back Creek Bridge, South West Rocks
• Smoky Cape Lighthouse, Hat Head National Park
Music:
• Aurora B Polaris - The Vision of Light
• DNZ - Wanderlust
• Sappheiros - Dawn
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Smoky Cape Camping Area, Hat Head National Park, South West Rocks NSW
197. We stayed at the Smoky Cape Camping Area in the Hat Head National Park in South West Rocks.
The campground is located right at the beach at the base of the Smoky Cape Lighhouse which is worth visiting.
The entry to the campground is dirt track and does have potholes but it's only 200m so not an issue.
There's a pay station as you enter the campground to make payment.
The camping area has a max 6 weeks stay.
There is no phone coverage in the camping area, you need to go to the beach. Most sites are covered by trees so generating solar power is limited and there is no generators allowed.
It was windy night on the beach but we got no breeze at all in the campground.
There are toilets available but no showers, water or bins.
This is National Park so no pets allowed.
Cost to stay is $6 per adult per night and $3.50 per child aged 5-15yo. This is National Park so don't forget your National Parks vehicle pass at $8 per day or annual pass for $65.
Our stay was 3rd November 2018.
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South West Rocks, New South Wales
South West Rocks is a beautiful town on the north coast of NSW.
It as great beaches, camping grounds and great fishing spots. You can even go scuba diving at fish dock and explore an underwater cave. Unfortunately i didn't have enough time to go for a dive.
Music: Eterna by Audiomachine
Filmed with the Nikon D800.