The Basin campground
This is a very well established campsite with large open areas. Toilet blocks and even a vending machine are available.
Getting there |
Closest point to drive and park is on sealed roads, from there it is via the water to this the campsite
GPS: -33.60311, 151.29324 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 |
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There is a long walk into this campsite This is a very well established campsite 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 contactFor more information contact the
The Basin and Beechwood Cottage (Ku-ring-gai Chase National Park) Phone:02 9974 1011 |
Facilities | |
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Toilets Flush toilets available |
Showers Cold showers are provided on site |
Water Drinking water is provided on site |
Tables Picnic tables are provided on site |
Wood pit fire BBQ Wood fired Pit BBQ’s are provided – bring your own wood |
Electric or Gas BBQ Gas or electric BBQ’s are provided |
Rubbish Bins There are rubbish bins provided on site |
Campfires Fires are generally permitted at this campsite, be aware of local fire bans |
There are places to swim
Closest point to drive and park is on sealed roads, from there it is via the water to this the campsite
GPS: -33.60311, 151.29324
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 http://wild.tl/2r
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 http://wild.tl/2r
Park Information & Alerts
There are alerts raised for Ku-ring-gai Chase National Park as at Fri, 26 Apr 2024 07:16:28 +1000Closed areas: Access track to West Head beach closed
The access track which leads from Resolute track to West Head beach is closed from Thursday 11 April 2024 until further notice due to major storm damage.
Penalties apply for non-compliance. For more information, contact the local NPWS office.
Other planned events: Brooklyn Dam fire trail maintenance works
There will be surface maintenance works on the Brooklyn Dam fire trail between William St, Brooklyn and the end of the Jerusalem Bay trail, including Brooklyn Dam campsite, from the 2 April 2024. Expect delays and be follow instructions of NPWS staff and contractors. Jerusalem Bay trail will remain open during this time.
Penalties apply for non-compliance. For more information, contact the local NPWS office on 02 8448 0400.
Closed areas: Berowra walking track partial closure
Berowra walking track is partially closed until further notice from Apple Tree Bay to the Mt-Ku-ring-gai access track. There is a threat of rockfalls due to slope instability caused by recent weather events. NPWS is in the process of carrying out necessary repair works.
The Berowra walking track from Berowra Station to Mt Ku-ring-gai is open for use.
Penalties apply for non-compliance. For more information, contact the local NPWS office on 02 8448 0400 or call 1300 072 757 (13000 PARKS).
Closed areas: North Mackerel track closed and Mackerel trail partially closed
North Mackerel track is permanently closed due to a potential risk of rockfalls and unstable cliff edges in the Great Mackerel Beach area.
The only designated land access to or from Great Mackerel Beach is via Mackerel track to the north, which intersects with Resolute track.
Due to land instability and risk to personal safety, there is no through or return access to or from the following places:
- The south end of Great Mackerel Beach via The Basin or Mackerel trail
- The west of Great Mackerel Beach via North Mackerel track, which is closed.
For more information, contact the local NPWS office.
Other planned events: Sphinx Memorial repair works
Repair works are underway at the Sphinx Memorial from Monday 12 February to June 2024. There will be changed access to the memorial for the duration of these works. The carpark and the Sphinx track remain open. Please follow directions of signs and contractors. Penalties apply for non-compliance.
For more information, contact the local NPWS office on 02 8448 0400.
Other planned events: 1080 pest management program
NSW National Parks and Wildlife Service will be conducting a baiting program using manufactured baits, fresh baits and Canid Pest Ejectors (CPEs) containing 1080 poison (sodium fluroacetate) for the control of foxes. The program is continuous and ongoing between Thursday 1 February 2024 and Wednesday 31 July 2024 in Ku-ring-gai Chase National Park. All baiting locations are identifiable by signs. Don’t touch baits or ejector devices. Penalties apply for non-compliance.
Domestic pets are not permitted in NSW national parks and reserves. Pets and working dogs may be affected (1080 is lethal to cats and dogs). Pets and working dogs must be restrained or muzzled in the vicinity and must not enter the baiting location. In the event of accidental poisoning seek immediate veterinary assistance.
Fox baiting in these reserves is aimed at reducing their impact on threatened species.
For more information, contact the NPWS Forestville area office on 9451 3479 or Lane Cove area office on 8448 0400 during business hours. For after-hours enquiries, contact the National Parks Contact Centre on 1300 056 294.
There are no other campsites in this park.