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Shark Creek Retreat

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11 reviews
 · Shark Creek, New South Wales · 77 acres
Hosted by Lola T.
RV/tent site
· 8 guests max
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Nomadic camping
Best for self-contained campers. There are no toilets, showers, or potable water at this Hipcamp.
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All to yourself
100% of recent Hipcampers say this Hipcamp felt private.
Shark Creek Retreat is an ongoing conservation project, where I call myself the caretaker of these beautiful wetlands. I have dedicated 77 acres of it as a wildlife sanctuary, it is a member of the Wildlife Land Trust and has joined the Land for Wildlife environmental community. To date there is a property bird list worthy of a National Park for all you keen birders out there and I have been busy regenerating previously cleared land from farming and the 2019 bush fire with native plants local to this area in the 100's. My aim is to surround most of the property in wildlife friendly fencing, regenerate a flora and fauna corridor as a wildlife safety zone from the wetlands to the road and to create a tranquil little space for nature appreciative people to stop and a take a rest. Up and coming projects will be to erect a shower shed, composting toilet and a tree tent for visitors but for now campers will need to be self sufficient. All the materials I use have been recycled and mostly salvaged from the local tip. If camping out in a conservation area appeals to you then head out to Shark Creek Retreat, stay for a night or stay for a week 💚🌳Camp out on the edge of the wetlands at Shark Creek Retreat. This is a beautiful location set in a conservation environment where you can kick back, enjoy the vista, listen and see the many birds in Shark Creek's very own National Ark and the best bit is that you will have the WHOLE place to yourselves.... YAY. A rustic minimalist camp spot with a creek nearby (just over the road behind the camp spot) if you fancy a paddle in the canoe, or maybe a birdwatching stroll around the 1km Babbler Track. A 134 bird identifications to date and the wetlands are home to a pair of breeding Brolgas which are an absolute delight to hear and see. Its a treat to see the endangered Coastal Emus wandering by and the Grey-crowned Babbler, Osprey, Red-backed Fairy-wrens and the Pacific Baza are a few more of my favs but there are many of others to see. All camping fees go towards planting trees and grasses to regenerate the land that was previously cleared for cattle and sugar cane. Lots of Forest Red Gums - Koala feed trees and Coastal Emu fodder as well as many other species that originally grew here. Campers will need to be self sufficient with their own toilet and water supplies and must take all waste and rubbish with them when they depart. Pets are also welcome but please ensure they don't disturb the beautiful wildlife. There's a secret deck but you've got to be adventurous to find it... a lovely little spot for bird watching, a picnic or a relaxing snooze in the sun. There are also several nesting boxes around, so look out for Sugar Gliders ,Micro Bats and other residents if you fancy a bit of spot lighting in the evening. Every guest will also have the opportunity to plant their very own tree sapling and leave your mark at this environmental area of importance, not compulsory but quite wholesome. Carbon footprint TICK. Discounted Rates can also apply.... 'YAAAY' for those that would love to do a little more and fancy a few hours of conservation work at Shark Creek Retreat- please send a message to your host if this would be of interest to you. As you head Shark Creek you will turn off Big River Way onto Shark Creek Road and will notice a beautiful historic bridge. The Shark Creek Bridge was built in 1936, replacing a 1916 structure, it was also the first reinforced concrete bowstring arch bridge built in Australia... it is very cool so don't forget to stop and marvel at its beauty, fun to kayak under too...
Vehicle details
Travel trailers, Fifth wheels, Pop-up campers, Class B RVs, and Cars allowed
Vehicles under 19 feet allowed
Pull-through site
Accommodates slideouts
Surface type: Grass or field
The largest area for RVs is just in the gate. Take precautions if you have a heavy vechical when the ground is soft
Surface levelness: Flat
The largest area for RVs is just in the gate. Take precautions if you have a heavy vechical when the ground is soft
No Class A RVs
No electrical hookup
No water hookup
No sewage hookup
No TV hookup
Generators not allowed
What to expect
RV/tent site
You'll have this Hipcamp all to yourself.
8 guests max
Campfires allowed
Firewood provided, firepit. Plenty of dead wood about, just pick up from the ground. No burnings of hollow logs as this is valuable wildlife habitat.
Pets allowed
On leash. Happy for happy pets, no wildlife chasing pets. Camp area not fenced so if your pooch is prone to wander best keep it safe and on a leash 🐾
No toilet; campers must bring camp toilets
Picnic table present
No potable water
Bring your own water. No rain water tank just yet but there will be soon.
No showers
No solar shower yet but coming soon, watch this space.
Pack it out
Cooking equipment absent
Hotplates and camp ovens available to use over the firepits.
No wifi
No Wifi but good reception for phones, tablets & mobile wify
Laundry absent

Things to know

Getting there
Check in: After 2:00 PM
Check out: Before 10:00 AM
On arrival: Head straight to site
Cancellation policy: Super Flexible
Minimum nights: 1 night
Accepts bookings: 12 months out
Park at listing
No wheelchair access
Max 4 vehicles
2WD accessible
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Reviews
92% Recommend12 Ratings · 11 reviews
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Bree B.
3 reviews
Recommends
· August 2024
Tent · With pets
Beautiful tranquil spot. Just what we were after. Falling asleep to the birds was just what our souls needed, warned by the fire pit with plenty of timber around. We would love to come back again and stay more than one night to have a paddle up shark creek. Being a wildlife carer it was nice to see all the wildlife boxes and native planting going on. Lola has put a lot of care into the land 🙏💚 Thankyou
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Josh B.
2 reviews
Recommends
· June 2024
Tent · With pets
Beautiful camping location, for those that are self sufficient, right on the nature reserve. There's ample space for the kids to run around and explore, and it's a great private 1 group camp site, so rare these days! Lola was a great host, we enjoyed every minute .
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Leanne G.
9 reviews
Recommends
· January 2024
Tranquil, natural beauty
16 ft travel trailer · With pets
Such a beautiful, tranquil place to stay. A perfect, private place to base yourself to visit the many lovely local towns & attractions. So relaxing listening to the many beautiful bird songs & we even hit the jackpot getting to see an emu. The extra little touches in the "blue box' was a nice surprise. We absolutely loved our stay & would definitely stay at Shark Creek Retreat again.
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Marek K.
4 reviews
Recommends
· December 2023
16 ft travel trailer · With kids
If you're looking for a beautiful camp then this is it ! Quiet and tranquil with great bird life. A fantastic fire pit and overall a very restful camp for us.
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Paul H.
1 year on Hipcamp
Recommends
· October 2023
We had an amazing stay, such a wonderful spot all to ourselves. Plenty of bird life and Lola was was very kind supplying two kayaks for my wife and I to adventure up Shark Creek at hight tide, truly blissful and a highlight to our stay. Lola is doing a great job to rehabilitate and protect her land. A safe haven for flora and fauna. Thankyou Lola for sharing your piece of serenity with us.
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Catrina C.
15 reviews
Mixed feelings
· September 2023
Secluded Camping
16 ft pop-up camper · With pets
What a lovely place to stay. We thoroughly enjoyed our stay at this secluded Hipcamp. Having the place to ourselves was an added bonus. Close to McLean and a great place to stay while we explored the area. Will definitely be back.
Location
Shark Creek, New South Wales, AustraliaTraditional, ancestral territory of Gumbaynggirr First Nations according to
Native Land Digital.
To respect the Host's privacy, the precise address of this land will be provided after booking
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Hosted by Lola T.

Joined in July 2021
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