Bielany – Private Colo River Camping

Bielany offers a truly magical private camping escape, set on a magnificent, sprawling property with extensive frontage to the pristine Colo River. This beautiful farm stay is a paradise for self-sufficient campers who crave peace, privacy, and the freedom to bring their pets along for a classic bush adventure. The campground consists of a huge, immaculately maintained grassy flat, offering a wide range of stunning, unpowered sites. You can choose a prime spot right on the riverbank, with your own private sandy beach, or a more shaded site back under the trees. The sheer space and limited number of campers ensures a tranquil and exclusive experience, far from the hustle of public campgrounds.

The main attraction is the magnificent Colo River, one of the last wild rivers in New South Wales. The property offers direct access to beautiful, clear swimming holes and deep sections perfect for launching a kayak or canoe to explore the stunning, sandstone-lined waterway. It’s a fantastic spot for fishing for Australian bass. As a back-to-basics camp, you need to be largely self-contained, but the owners provide the convenience of a clean, non-flush toilet. The ability to have a campfire in your own fire pit under a brilliant, star-filled sky, with the sounds of the river and the bush around you, is what makes this place so special. For a peaceful, pet-friendly, and breathtakingly scenic riverside holiday on the edge of the Blue Mountains, Bielany is a top-tier private escape.

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• GPS Coordinates: -33.42413, 150.80945

Site Information

• Location: Private property on the Colo River.
• Site suitable for: Tents, camper trailers, caravans, and motorhomes.
• Road access: Unsealed Upper Colo Road. Can be narrow and winding. 2WD accessible with care in dry weather.
• Site surface: Large, flat grassy areas.
• Camping permitted: Yes, bookings are essential.
• Maximum overnight stays: Varies, check booking information.
• Facilities: Non-flush (long-drop) toilet.
• Picnic tables: Some sites may have them.
• Potable water: No. Bring all your own water.
• Mobile phone coverage: Very limited to none.
• TV reception: Unlikely.
• Onsite public toilets: Yes, a basic toilet is provided.
• Rubbish bins: No. All rubbish must be carried out.
• Open fires: Yes, permitted in provided fire pits, subject to fire bans.
• Generator use: Permitted with consideration for the peaceful environment.
• Number of sites available: A number of private, individually booked sites.

Essentials to Bring

• Your own portable shower setup if required.
• All drinking and washing water.
• Rubbish bags to take all waste with you.
• Firewood.
• Kayak, canoe, or fishing gear.

Activities

• Pet friendly: Yes, very pet friendly.
• Fishing: Excellent bass fishing in the Colo River. A NSW Recreational Fishing Licence is required.
• Short walks: Explore the beautiful farm property along the extensive riverbank.

Local Amenities (in Kurrajong / Richmond)

• Local Pubs:
  • The City View Hotel, North Richmond (~25 km)
  • The Royal Richmond Hotel, Richmond (~30 km)
  • The Plough and Harrow, Kurrajong Heights (~25 km)
• Places to Eat:
  • An excellent selection of cafes, bakeries, and restaurants in Kurrajong (~22 km) and North Richmond (~25 km).
• Local Attractions:
  • The historic towns of Richmond and Windsor.
  • The Blue Mountains Botanic Garden, Mount Tomah (~40 km).
  • Wollemi National Park (surrounding area).
• Nearest Caravan Parks:
  • Active Holidays – BIG4 Hawkesbury, Windsor (~35 km)
• Next Free Camps:
  • Wheeny Creek Campground (~20 km)
• Nearest Dump Points:
  • At Richmond Lowlands, near the Polo grounds. Check with Hawkesbury Council.
• Nearest Petrol Station:
  • Kurrajong (~22 km) or North Richmond (~25 km).
• Drinking Water Resupply:
  • North Richmond or Windsor. It is essential to arrive fully supplied with water.
• Public Toilets:
  • A basic toilet is onsite. The nearest public flush toilets are in Kurrajong (~22 km).

Seasonal Weather Forecast: Lower Blue Mountains / Hawkesbury

• Summer (December – February): Hot and often humid, perfect for swimming. High chance of thunderstorms. Average temperatures from 19°C to 30°C.
• Autumn (March – May): Warm, sunny days and mild evenings. Ideal for camping and hiking. Temperatures range from 13°C to 25°C.
• Winter (June – August): Cool, crisp, and often sunny days with cold nights. Frost is common in the valley. Temperatures range from 5°C to 18°C.
• Spring (September – November): Mild to warm with pleasant weather. The bush is full of wildflowers. Temperatures range from 11°C to 24°C.