Timbarra Valley

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148 reviews

· Rocky River, New South Wales

25000 acres hosted by Bill, Bronwyn & Tim P.

22 RV/tent sites

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The Timbarra or Rocky River is an area of great beauty southeast of Tenterfield with soaring mountains cradling the river flats and undulating hills below and is a renowned cattle breeding region. The Petrie family have been in Tenterfield since 1860 and have owned properties in the valley for over 100 years. Tim’s great-grandfather was known as Rocky Jack because of his extensive holdings. Cattle are still walked up to the Timbarra Plateau property from the river properties ‘Man From Snowy River’ style. The Plateau can be seen rising above the valley to the north from the confluence of Demon Creek and the Timbarra/Rocky River. These flow along the Demon Fault which is clearly visible on a satellite map. The 3 valley properties ‘Corner Camp’, ‘Boundary’ and ‘’Pavels’ combined with ‘Timbarra Plateau’ total over 25000 acres. The whole valley was part of 2 earlier large selections averaging 100000 acres which gradually became broken up in the late 1800s/early 1990s. There is a proud timber history in the valley and the surrounding forested mountains with large sections of State Forest now transferred to Washpool National Park which abuts both the eastern and western boundaries of ‘Boundary’ (which takes its name from Boundary Creek). The National Park and Forestland State Forest can be accessed to the west via the Billirimba Fire Trail. The eastern section of Washpool stretches across to the Clarence River, the largest eastern river in NSW. Washpool is where the Cedar King went missing and was never located. The Timbarra/Rocky River flows into the Clarence at Tabulam and then on to Grafton and out to sea at Yamba. The headwaters of the Rocky are all the way south to the Glen Innes Grafton road so the river can rise quickly if there is a downpour upstream. Interestingly when the Chinese gold miners left the Timbarra Plateau they came down with rickshaws into the Timbarra Valley then scaled the mountains to the west, near Boundary Creek, looking for their next gold diggings towards Glen Innes. The Boundary campsites at Boundary Riverside, The Cockatoo, The China Wall, and the Caves are all suitable for caravans, RVs, Camping trailers, tents and swags as is Timbarra Plateau. Corner Camp and Pavels are suitable for camping trailers, tents and swags. Boundary campsites access are all unaffected if the river rises however we will not take bookings at Corner Camp or Pavels in the likelihood of the river rising as we are committed to safety and avoiding inconvenience for guests. The Rocky is a very special place and we have campers who first came as children and are now bringing their grandchildren. We expect our guests to treat the area respectfully, and only leave footprints and tyre tracks. The valley provides wonderful scenery and settings for bushwalking, birdwatching, photography, painting, bicycle riding, swimming, kayaking, paddle boarding and canoeing, or just kicking back relaxing by the river, listening to the soothing sounds of the water, birds, and the turtles and platypus splashing, or being amazed at the mirror like images on the waters surface on a still day or the flickering light of a campfire at night and the stars above.

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100% Recommend210 ratings · 148 reviews

Nestled in a serene landscape, this campsite offers a tranquil escape from the hustle and bustle of city life. The location is praised for its natural beauty, privacy, and well-maintained amenities, including clean toilets and ample firewood. Guests appreciate the helpfulness of the hosts, who ensure a smooth stay, and the site is perfect for activities like swimming, fishing, and kayaking. While the campsite boasts a relaxing environment, some mention the area requires cautious navigation due to rough terrain and limited signage.

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Kate M.

2 reviews

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· January 2025

We'll be nack

13 ft pop-up camper · With kids ·

The Cockatoo

The place that time forgot. What a treat to switch off and enjoy the natural beauty. This is a campsite I'm looking forward to returning to.

Northern Rivers A.

8 months on Hipcamp

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· January 2025

16 ft travel trailer · Group trip ·

The Caves

Great location, very private, clean toilets, could not ask for any more. I stuffed up the booking and had to add an extra day on short notice, the hosts were very helpful in rectifying the situation for us Have already re booked for a 2nd visit later in the yr

Chris D.

2 reviews

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· January 2025

Tent ·

The Caves

Great site. Stayed at The Caves. Beautiful scenery and river views, site was excellent, and good to have a loo handy too. Will be back .

Lisa R.

1 year on Hipcamp

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· January 2025

Tent · With kids ·

Boundary Riverside Central

Was a lovely camping spot by the river. Great fishing, swimming and kayaking. Tim and Bill were great hosts. Can’t wait to go back there.

Mark W.

2 months on Hipcamp

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· January 2025

Tent ·

Murphy’s Hut Campsite

Great place to camp very quiet views to die for. Camping areas well looked after owners great service

James K.

3 months on Hipcamp

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· January 2025

Peaceful and perfect campsite!

Tent ·

The China Wall

Amazing location! Very peaceful, very sufficient space between campsites, and our campsite was perfect. I opted for the firewood option which was a great help, and plentifully provided. Would definitely recommend and I would stay there again.

Location

Rocky River, New South Wales, AustraliaTraditional, ancestral territory of Bundjalung First Nations according to

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