General info

Getting there
Closest point to drive and park is on sealed roads, from there it is on foot to the campsite 32 km NNE of Sydney GPS: Latitude 33° 36′ 11.196"S Longitude 151° 17′ 35.664"E By Ferry from Palm Beach Wharf or Hire a water taxi You own a boat can be anchored in the bay opposite the camping area. Walk or mountain bike in along Basin track. No car access to the actual camp site
General Information
There is a long walk into this campsite This is a very well established camp site with large open areas. Toilet blocks and even a vending machine are available.
Bookings and contact information
You can book a campsite by phoning the Campsite contact For more information contact the NPWS The Basin and Beechwood Cottage (Ku-ring-gai Chase National Park) office on: Phone:02 9974 1011 (more contact details)

Fees
Camping fees apply Adult=$14 Per Night Children=$7 Per Night	Car entry fees apply Vehicle=$14 Per Day
If you've booked a campsite, and will be arriving at The Basin by water, you won't need to pay a landing fee - it's covered in the cost of your campsite booking. Children rates apply to people aged 5-15 years (children under 5 are free)

Facilities
Toilets Flush toilets available	Showers Cold showers are provided on site
Water Drinking water is provided on site	Picnic Tables Picnic tables are provided on site
Pit fire BBQs Wood fired Pit BBQ's are provided - bring your own wood	Electric of Gas BBQs Gas or electric BBQ's are provided
Rubbish Bins There are rubbish bins provided on site	Fuel Stove only area This is not a Fuel stove only area.

Park information

A largely untouched wilderness on the northern boundary of Sydney, Ku-ring-gai Chase NP is one of Australia's oldest national parks. Here at the head of the Hawkesbury River, you'll find Aboriginal engravings and sites, as well as sandstone escarpments,	$11	$10
Region: Sydney & Surrounds	Park fees	Camping	Facilities

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unknown - big walk IP:220.239.174.xxx | 2008-10-11 11:29:22 if ur up 4 a big walk do it Quote 2   0

Anonymous - Beautiful, conveniet, a bit lo IP:124.170.103.xxx | 2008-10-19 20:23:38 Very beautiful campgrounds, with all the luxuries for a comfortable stay. If you drive to Palm Beach (multi-day parking available) and take a ferry, then there is no walking at all. Very convenient! Beware, however, that Basin campground is near the city, so on Saturday night you will get the loud party crowds. If you would like to see more of the Basin photos, you can do so on Flickr: http://flickr.com/photos/brightsea/sets/72157608171841683/ Quote 2   1

Bron IP:203.206.220.xxx | 2008-11-03 14:56:17 Been here for family and scout camps. A great campsite for a relaxing weekend or with childern. Facilties are great. The ferry crew are use to campers bringing gear across so no hassles there. There is a ranger present night and day who ensures everyone is courteous of other campers. Apparently if you want to use one of the campfire pits you need to book it. There's a geocache at the top of the hill above campsite and is well worth the walk up for the views! Quote 3   0

jen - parent supervision IP:122.106.184.xxx | 2009-05-04 20:41:30 does anyone know if parent supervision is need to people under the age of 18 to go in this camping site???? Quote 0   0

admin - re: parent supervision Super Administrator | 2009-05-06 14:45:56 jen wrote: does anyone know if parent supervision is need to people under the age of 18 to go in this camping site???? Hi Jen Can I suggest you call NPWS on 02 9974 1011. Their msg says that they will not except booking for people under 18, not sure if this means people under 18 need to be supervised. Matt :) Quote 0   0

jen - re: re: parent supervision IP:122.106.228.xxx | 2009-05-07 20:00:43 Cheers mate admin wrote: jen wrote: does anyone know if parent supervision is need to people under the age of 18 to go in this camping site???? Hi Jen Can I suggest you call NPWS on 02 9974 1011. Their msg says that they will not except booking for people under 18, not sure if this means people under 18 need to be supervised. Matt :) Quote 0   0

Anonymous IP:124.168.235.xxx | 2009-08-10 10:12:46 :twisted: :x :( :0 :shock: Quote 0   0

James - How far is the walk from West IP:165.228.176.xxx | 2009-10-28 00:31:19 I'm going there with my son's Year 1 class in a few weeks - how far is the walk down from West Head Road? Of course, carrying camping gear may make this a non-starter...! :D Quote 0   0

admin - re: How far is the walk from W Super Administrator | 2009-10-28 05:55:13 James wrote: I'm going there with my son's Year 1 class in a few weeks - how far is the walk down from West Head Road? Of course, carrying camping gear may make this a non-starter...! :D Camping with a year 1 class, sounds like fun :) The walk is pretty solid, with a pretty steep section at the end. Look at catching the ferry. The walk in is a bit shy of 3km see http://www.wildwalks.com/bushwalking-and-hiking-in-nsw/ku-ring-gai-chase-national-park/the-basin.html for maps and notes Quote 0   0

chris - cars IP:123.2.141.xxx | 2009-11-17 04:15:53 Hi. If you are coming by car, where is the best place to park? I found parking near the ferry terminal at palm beach was fairly expensive when camping for a few days. Quote 0   0

admin - re: cars Super Administrator | 2009-11-17 05:35:48 chris wrote: I found parking near the ferry terminal at palm beach was fairly expensive when camping for a few days. Hi Chris, Sure those parking fees would sting. I check the council web site and it looks like there are no fee parking near the junction of Iluka & Woorak Roads, about 700m south of the Palm Beach ferry wharf. http://www.pittwater.nsw.gov.au/local_services/parking/car_parking_areas Hope that helps Matt :) Quote 0   0

Amanda - public transport IP:122.107.111.xxx | 2010-02-09 09:59:20 Hi Iv heard the walk is a long one. I have a three yr old and my boss was telling me that if u traain bus and ferry it instead of driving the walk is alot shorter. Is this the case? Quote 0   0

admin - re: public transport Super Administrator | 2010-02-10 01:32:30 Amanda wrote: Iv heard the walk is a long one. Hi Amanda Your boss has a good point, for a 3 yr this is a very long walk. (you can see a link to walking notes in an earlier comment). Ferry is a good idea. Parking near the ferry is expensive, maybe someone could drop you off, or catch the bus. Enjoy your camping trip Matt :) Quote 0   0

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