Euroka Campground – Blue Mountains Camping with Kangaroos

For a truly memorable Australian bush camping experience just a stone’s throw from Sydney, Euroka Campground in the Blue Mountains National Park is an unbeatable choice. Nestled in a serene clearing at the foot of the escarpment near Glenbrook, this campground is world-famous for one major reason: its massive, resident mob of eastern grey kangaroos. Waking up to find dozens of kangaroos peacefully grazing around your tent or camper is a daily occurrence here, providing an incredible and intimate wildlife encounter that makes it a favourite for families, couples, and international visitors alike. The setting itself is stunning, with the campground’s five distinct areas spread out across a large, grassy expanse, surrounded by towering eucalypts and the dramatic sandstone cliffs of the Blue Mountains.

Euroka is the perfect base for exploring the lower Blue Mountains. Several fantastic walking tracks start directly from the campground, including the Red Hands Cave track, which leads to a historic Aboriginal art site, and the challenging climb up to the Mount Portal Lookout for breathtaking views. The campground caters to self-sufficient campers with tents, camper trailers, and small caravans, offering basic but well-maintained facilities like non-flush toilets and wood barbecues. You must book your site in advance and bring all your own supplies, including drinking water and firewood. The easy access via a short stretch of unsealed road from Glenbrook makes it an incredibly convenient weekend getaway. For an authentic and accessible bush adventure filled with iconic Australian wildlife, Euroka Campground delivers an unforgettable experience.

• Website: nationalparks.nsw.gov.au
• Phone Number: 1300 072 757 (NPWS Bookings)
• GPS Coordinates: -33.79902, 150.6186

Site Information

• Location: Blue Mountains National Park, Glenbrook area.
• Site suitable for: Tents, camper trailers, small caravans (under 4.9m / 16ft).
• Road access: Unsealed road from Glenbrook. Generally 2WD accessible, but can be slippery after rain. Not suitable for large caravans.
• Site surface: Grass and dirt.
• Camping permitted: Yes, bookings and park entry fees are essential via the NSW National Parks website.
• Maximum overnight stays: Check booking details.
• Number of un-powered sites: 40 unmarked sites across 5 camping areas.
• Facilities: Non-flush (pit/long-drop) toilets, wood barbecues.
• Picnic tables: Yes.
• Potable water: No. Bring all your own drinking and washing water.
• Mobile phone coverage: Limited to none.
• TV reception: None.
• Onsite public toilets: Yes.
• Rubbish bins: No. All rubbish must be taken with you.
• Open fires: Permitted in designated fire pits only, subject to fire bans. Bring your own firewood.
• Generator use: Not permitted.
• Number of sites available: 40 sites.

Essentials to Bring

• All of your own drinking water.
• Your own firewood.
• Rubbish bags to carry out all waste.
• Sturdy hiking shoes.
• Booking confirmation from the NPWS website.

Activities

• Pet friendly: No. Pets are strictly prohibited in the National Park.
• Fishing: Not applicable.
• Short walks: Excellent hiking, including the Red Hands Cave and Mount Portal Lookout tracks.

Local Amenities (in Glenbrook & Penrith)

• Local Pubs:
  • The Lapstone Hotel, Blaxland (~10 km)
  • The Village Inn, Glenbrook (~8 km)
  • O’Donoghues Irish Pub, Emu Plains (~12 km)
• Places to Eat:
  • Numerous cafes, bakeries, and restaurants in Glenbrook village (~8 km)
  • Extensive dining options in Penrith (~15 km)
• Local Attractions:
  • Glenbrook Visitor Information Centre (~8 km)
  • Jellybean Pool (within the National Park)
  • Penrith Panthers Entertainment Complex (~15 km)
• Nearest Caravan Parks:
  • Nepean River Holiday Village, Emu Plains (~12 km)
• Next Free Camps:
  • Closest options are low-cost, like camps on the Hawkesbury River. True free camps are a significant distance away.
• Nearest Dump Points:
  • Nepean River Holiday Village (may charge a fee) (~12 km)
  • Sydney RV Group, Penrith (check for public access) (~18 km)
• Nearest Petrol Station:
  • Service stations in Glenbrook (~8 km) and Blaxland (~10 km).
• Drinking Water Resupply:
  • Glenbrook Visitor Information Centre (~8 km).
• Public Toilets:
  • Onsite. Public toilets also available in Glenbrook Park (~8 km).

Seasonal Weather Forecast: Lower Blue Mountains

• Summer (December – February): Hot and often humid, with a high chance of thunderstorms. Average temperatures from 18°C to 30°C.
• Autumn (March – May): Warm, sunny days and mild, pleasant evenings. Ideal for hiking. Temperatures range from 12°C to 25°C.
• Winter (June – August): Cool, crisp, and often sunny days with cold nights. Frost is common. Temperatures range from 5°C to 17°C.
• Spring (September – November): Mild to warm with pleasant weather, though can be windy. The bush comes alive with wildflowers. Temperatures range from 11°C to 24°C.