Green Patch Campsite – Booderee National Park, Jervis Bay

Green Patch is arguably one of Australia’s most beloved and iconic campgrounds, offering a sublime blend of stunning natural beauty and incredible up-close encounters with wildlife. Located in the magnificent Booderee National Park, this campground is famous for two things: its postcard-perfect beach with calm, turquoise water, and the ridiculously friendly native animals that call it home. It’s a common sight to see kangaroos lounging on the grass between campsites, while brilliantly coloured rosellas and lorikeets land inquisitively on campervans and picnic tables. This magical atmosphere makes it an unforgettable destination, particularly for families and international visitors.

The campground itself is set within a beautiful forest of gum and tea-tree, with a range of well-defined, vehicle-accessible unpowered sites suitable for tents, camper trailers, and caravans. Unlike the walk-in style of nearby Cave Beach, Green Patch allows you to park right at your site, making it much more convenient for those with more gear. A short, gentle track leads from the camping loops directly onto the dazzling white sands of Green Patch Beach. The water here is protected within Jervis Bay, making it exceptionally calm and clear—perfect for swimming, stand-up paddleboarding, and snorkelling for all ages. The facilities are outstanding for a national park, with modern amenity blocks providing hot showers, flush toilets, and electric barbecues. Bookings are absolutely essential, often months in advance, a testament to its popularity. For a quintessential Jervis Bay holiday surrounded by world-famous beaches and amazing wildlife, Green Patch is a truly world-class camping experience.

• Website: parksaustralia.gov.au/camping
• Phone Number: (02) 4443 0977 (Booderee Visitor Centre)
• GPS Coordinates: -35.13863, 150.72279

Site Information

• Location: Booderee National Park, Jervis Bay Territory.
• Site suitable for: Tents, camper trailers, caravans, and motorhomes.
• Road access: Sealed road, suitable for all 2WD vehicles.
• Site surface: Grass, dirt, and sand mix.
• Camping permitted: Yes, bookings and park entry fees are essential and must be made well in advance via the Parks Australia website.
• Maximum overnight stays: Check booking details.
• Number of un-powered sites: Approximately 80 designated sites.
• Facilities: Hot showers, flush toilets, electric barbecues, fresh water taps, rubbish bins.
• Picnic tables: Yes, in day-use areas.
• Potable water: Yes, taps are available.
• Mobile phone coverage: Good with Telstra, patchy with other carriers.
• TV reception: Limited.
• Onsite public toilets: Yes.
• Rubbish bins: Yes.
• Open fires: Prohibited. Only the provided electric barbecues may be used.
• Generator use: Not permitted.
• Number of sites available: Approximately 80 sites.

Essentials to Bring

• Beach gear: swimmers, towels, stand-up paddleboard, snorkelling gear.
• Camera for the abundant wildlife.
• Bicycles are a great way to get around to nearby beaches like Murrays Beach.

Activities

• Pet friendly: No. Pets are strictly prohibited in Booderee National Park.
• Fishing: Permitted in designated areas of Jervis Bay. A NSW Recreational Fishing Licence is required.
• Short walks: Multiple walking tracks connect Green Patch to other beaches and points of interest like Murrays Beach and the Scottish Rocks.

Local Amenities (in Huskisson/Vincentia)

• Local Pubs:
  • Huskisson Hotel (‘The Husky Pub’), Huskisson (~22 km)
  • Club Jervis Bay, Huskisson (~22 km)
• Places to Eat:
  • A wide variety of cafes, restaurants, and takeaways in Huskisson (~22 km) and Vincentia (~20 km)
• Local Attractions:
  • Booderee Botanic Gardens (within the park)
  • Murrays Beach and boat ramp (within the park)
  • Dolphin and Whale Watching Tours from Huskisson (~22 km)
• Nearest Caravan Parks:
  • Cave Beach Campground (Booderee NP, walk-in)
  • Jervis Bay Caravan Park, Huskisson (~22 km)
• Next Free Camps:
  • Closest options are low-cost, like camps in Shoalhaven council areas. True free camps are further away.
• Nearest Dump Points:
  • Huskisson Public Dump Point (~22 km)
• Nearest Petrol Station:
  • Service stations in Vincentia (~20 km) and Huskisson (~22 km)
• Drinking Water Resupply:
  • Available onsite at the campground.
• Public Toilets:
  • Onsite. Also available at other beaches within the park and in Huskisson (~22 km).

Seasonal Weather Forecast: Jervis Bay South Coast

• Summer (December – February): Warm to hot and often humid, perfect for swimming and beach life. Average temperatures from 18°C to 26°C.
• Autumn (March – May): Mild, sunny days and cool evenings. Often calm and clear, ideal for hiking and kayaking. Temperatures range from 12°C to 23°C.
• Winter (June – August): Cool, crisp, and often sunny. Great for whale watching season. Temperatures range from 7°C to 17°C.
• Spring (September – November): Mild but can be windy. The park is vibrant with wildflowers. Temperatures range from 11°C to 21°C.