Kookabookra Falls

The top of the falls (added by manager 21 Oct 2021)

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  • Dog-friendly bush getaway in Kookabookra with a waterfall
  • In a gem fossicking area, 55 minutes’ drive from Glen Innes
  • Swimming and kayaking in water holes; other outdoor activities onsite
What’s on the itinerary at Kookabookra Falls? Gold fossicking, kayaking in swimming holes, bushcraft and hiking to see the waterfall are some of the activities at hand here. This dog-friendly bush getaway is in Dunooki, which has 2500 acres of pristine wilderness, and the site is in part of the historical area of the Kookabookra township, which was once a gold mining town with a population of 5000 people… Nowadays, its spoils (and those of the famous gold rush town of Bear Hill, 10 minutes’ drive away) still lie underground, making this site prime fossicking grounds. So, bring your own pan and find your fortune… there are gold and gems to be found either on site or in some of the gorgeous designated gem fossicking areas in the local area. It’s not all about gem fossicking here though. There’s a lot of other adventures on site from swimming or kayaking in the site’s waterholes to birdwatching and looking out for rare wildlife (the area is home to some unique and endangered species). Other activities include bushcraft and climbing, and with the waterfall and its lookout, it’s a splendid place to get into some hiking or photography too. There’s a lot of character about this site and plenty of points of interest here or outside of the site – Kookabookra Falls is 40 minutes’ drive away from Guyra and there are World Heritage Sites and national parks within around an hour’s drive of the site too. Facilities on site are on the simpler side and include a flushing toilet, running water and firepits.

Campground type

Tent sites 9
Camper sites 7
Open all year
Opens

Languages spoken

English

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Features

Leisure on park

Bar or club house Cycle hire Evening entertainment Fishing Fitness centre Indoor swimming pool Kids' club On-site restaurant/cafe Outdoor swimming pool Playground Recreation room/arcade TV room Takeout Tennis Watersports

Amenities on park

Bath available Car parking by site/unit Composting toilet Dog park Drying room Free wifi Grocery store Ice pack freezing Internet access Laundromat Parent & baby washroom Payphone Pick-up from public transport Portable toilet Pub toilets Restrooms Shower available Washing-up area Wifi

Groups welcome

Family friendly Motorcycle friendly Rallies welcome Single-sex groups welcome Student groups welcome

Rules

Barbecue grills allowed Barbecue provided Campfires allowed Commercial vehicles allowed Dogs allowed Dogs allowed all year

Themes

Budget/backpacker Forest Hikers’ paradise Lake and/or mountain Peaceful Remote location Spectacular scenery Wild camping Wildlife haven

Utilities

Charging facilities Dump station Electric car charging point(s) No drinkable water point No hot water Propane/gas cylinders available Recycling available Renewable energy

Nearby amenities

Bar nearby Dog walk nearby

Type

Farm Tiny (1-10 sites)

Accessibility

Disabled facilities

Nearby leisure

Canoeing/kayaking nearby Climbing nearby Cycling nearby Fishing nearby Horseback riding nearby Mountain biking nearby

Location

Kookabookra Falls

1118 Kookabookra Road

Kookabookra

Glen Innes

New South Wales

Australia

2370

Directions

Timezone

Australia/Sydney +1000 (GMT+10:00)

GPS

-30.05151°N
152.06969°W

Please note: All distances on this page are calculated "as the crow flies" - please check actual distance depending on your mode of travel using the Get directions button above.

Local attractions

Where to get going to first? Glenn Innes (55 minutes’ drive), a World Heritage area where gem fossicking is gold (in the literal and figurative sense)? Glenn Innes has heaps of heritage-listed buildings, a Celtic monument called the Australian Standing Stones (55 minutes) and a visitor centre where maps of where to search for rare stones are available. Guyra (40 minutes) is a good bet for those outdoorsy types among you – the Mother of Ducks Lagoon (45 minutes) is a highlight here, especially for keen birdwatchers and anyone who’s a fan of a pretty picnic spot. Fishing for some more handsome views? Ebor Falls (an hour and five minutes) is a large waterfall and the surrounding area is well-known for its great trout fishing. Then, there are the national parks for more places that don’t hold back on the scenery side of things. You could go swimming or canoeing in Guy Fawkes River National Park (55 minutes) or climb to the boulders in the Cathedral Rock National Park (an hour and 15 minutes), perhaps.

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Frequently asked questions

  • Does Kookabookra Falls have a swimming pool? No View all features
  • Is Kookabookra Falls dog friendly? Yes View all features
  • What attractions are near Kookabookra Falls? Where to get going to first? Glenn Innes (55 minutes’ drive), a World Heritage area where gem fossicking is gold (in the literal and figurative sense)? Glenn Innes has heaps of heritage-listed … Read more
  • When can I check in and check out of Kookabookra Falls?
    RV, travel trailer and tent sites
    Arrive:  10 a.m. –  6 p.m.
    Depart by:  10 a.m.
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