Cobar Caravan Park – Outback NSW Accommodation & Camping
Welcome to Cobar Caravan Park, your ideal accommodation base in the heart of Outback New South Wales. Perfectly positioned at the crossroads of the Barrier Highway and the Kidman Way, this park offers travellers a welcome and comfortable oasis, blending convenience with the rugged charm of the Australian outback. Whether you are breaking up a long journey, exploring the rich mining history of the region, or simply seeking a friendly stopover, Cobar Caravan Park provides a range of options to suit every traveller, from families and grey nomads to solo adventurers and workers.
Conveniently located at 101 Marshall Street, the park is just a short stroll from the centre of Cobar, putting you within easy reach of local shops, historic pubs, and fascinating attractions. The park itself is well-regarded for its clean, modern facilities and landscaped grounds, which provide a quiet and restful environment after a day on the road. You’ll find a variety of site options to match your needs, including spacious drive-through sites for large motorhomes and those towing big vans, powered sites with concrete slabs for stability, and lush, roomy grassed areas perfect for campers and tents. For those seeking extra comfort, a range of on-site cabins and ensuite sites are also available, ensuring a good night’s rest for everyone.
The park is equipped with all the essential amenities to make your stay comfortable. This includes two clean and modern amenity blocks, a large, fully equipped camp kitchen with gas BBQs, and a coin-operated guest laundry. Accessibility is a key feature, with bitumen-sealed roads throughout the park making navigation easy for all vehicles. As a pet-friendly destination, your furry companions are welcome on sites, allowing the whole family to travel together (conditions apply). With its central location and comprehensive facilities, Cobar Caravan Park serves as the perfect launching pad for discovering the unique character of Cobar, from its towering mine poppet heads to its stunning outback sunsets at Fort Bourke Hill Lookout.
Park Details
- Name: Cobar Caravan Park
- Address: 101 Marshall Street, Cobar NSW 2835
- Website: www.cobarcaravanpark.com.au
- GPS Coordinates: -31.4963, 145.82568
Location Map
Satellite display for 101 Marshall Street, Cobar NSW 2835.
Site Information
- Location: Located in the town of Cobar, at the junction of the Barrier Highway and the Kidman Way. It is a short walk to the town centre.
- Site Suitable For: All-size caravans, large motorhomes, RVs, and campers (tents).
- Road Access: Good access with bitumen-sealed roads throughout the park.
- Site Surface: A mix of powered sites with concrete slabs, spacious powered grass sites, and unpowered grassy camping areas.
Facilities
- Picnic Tables: Yes, available in communal areas.
- Potable Water: Yes, available at amenities, camp kitchen, and dump point.
- Mobile Phone Coverage: Yes, good coverage is available from major carriers as the park is in town.
- TV Reception: Yes, good digital TV reception is available.
- BBQs: Yes, gas BBQs are available for guest use, including in the large camp kitchen.
- Onsite Public Toilets: Yes, two clean and modern amenity blocks are available.
- Ullage / Dump Point: Yes, an onsite dump point is available for guests.
- Drive Through Sites: Yes, drive-through sites are available, suitable for large rigs.
- Rubbish Bins: Yes, bins are provided throughout the park.
- Open Fires: Restricted. Open fires are not permitted from 1st September to 30th April. Outside this period, fires are only allowed in the designated park fire pit and are subject to local fire bans.
- Generator Use: Not specified. Please check with park management. Noise restrictions apply after 10.30 pm.
On-Site & Nearby Activities
- Essentials to Bring: Standard camping supplies. Firewood is required if visiting during the permitted season (collection within the park is not allowed).
- Pet Friendly: Yes, the park offers pet-friendly sites for caravans and campers (conditions apply, pets must be leashed). A limited number of pet-friendly cabins are also available by booking in advance.
- Fishing: Yes, recreational fishing is available at the nearby Cobar Old Reservoir and Newey Reservoir.
- Short Walks: Yes, you can explore the Cobar Heritage Walk, the Centenary of Federation Walking Track, or enjoy paths around the local reservoirs.
Local Amenities
Local Pubs
- Bryan’s Empire Hotel: ~1.2 km
- Great Western Hotel: ~1.3 km
- Cobar Memorial Services Club: ~1.4 km
Places to Eat
- Inland Petroleum (Roadhouse Restaurant): ~1.0 km
- Gumnut Cafe: ~1.1 km
- Country Simplicity (Cafe): ~1.1 km
- Ay-Jays Cafe: ~1.2 km
- Great Western Bar and Grill (at Hotel): ~1.3 km
- Ma’s Chinese Restaurant (at Bowling Club): ~3.3 km
Local Attractions
- The Big Beer Can: ~1.1 km
- Cobar Miners Heritage Park: ~1.6 km
- The Great Cobar Museum: ~1.6 km
- Cobar Sound Chapel: ~1.9 km
- Fort Bourke Hill Lookout (for mine views & sunsets): ~4.8 km
Nearest Caravan & Camping
- Glenhope Bush Camp: ~5.5 km
- Nyngan Riverside Tourist Park (in next town): ~130.6 km
Nearest Free Camps
- Newey Reserve RV/Camping Area: ~2.2 km
- Cobar Old Reservoir: ~4.2 km
Nearest Dump Points
- Onsite at Cobar Caravan Park: 0 km
- Cobar Public Dump Point (cnr Barrier Hwy & Lewis St): ~1.9 km
Nearest Petrol Stations
- Ampol (Caltex) (99 Marshall St): ~<200 m
- Inland Petroleum (65 Marshall St): ~1.0 km
Nearest Drinking Water Resupply
- Onsite at Cobar Caravan Park: 0 km
- Cobar Public Dump Point (Potable Water available): ~1.9 km
Nearest Public Toilets
- Onsite at Cobar Caravan Park: 0 km
- Drummond Park (Linsley St): ~1.8 km
Seasonal Weather Forecast: Cobar
- Climate: Cobar has a semi-arid climate with generally low humidity.
- Summer: Summers are typically hot, with average maximum temperatures ranging from 28°C to 39°C.
- Winter: Winters are cool to mild during the day (average max 13°C to 20°C) but can be cold at night (average min 2°C to 8°C).
- Rainfall: Rainfall is variable and can occur at any time of the year, though the median annual rainfall is around 390mm.