White Tree Bay campground – Myall Lakes National Park

For those seeking a more intimate and tranquil camping experience within the magnificent Myall Lakes National Park, White Tree Bay campground is a perfect choice. While its famous neighbour Mungo Brush attracts the crowds, this smaller, more secluded campground offers a peaceful retreat right on the calm shores of the Broadwater. Set in a beautiful clearing sheltered by majestic paperbark and angophora trees, it’s an ideal spot for families, couples, and paddlers who want to enjoy the beauty of the lakes in a quieter setting. The campground provides a handful of well-defined unpowered sites suitable for tents and camper trailers, ensuring a low-key and relaxed atmosphere.

The key attraction of White Tree Bay is its direct access to the calm, protected waters of the lake. It’s a paddler’s dream, providing the perfect launch point for a kayak or canoe to explore the vast, interconnected waterways of the Myall Lakes system. The sheltered bay is also great for a gentle swim and is a popular spot for fishing for bream and flathead. The campground is a haven for wildlife, with goannas, wallabies, and a rich diversity of birdlife often seen among the trees. This is a self-sufficient camping experience, with basic but clean non-flush toilets provided. Campers must bring their own drinking water and cooking equipment, and take all their rubbish home. For a serene, back-to-nature lakeside escape that feels a world away from everything, White Tree Bay is a truly special spot.

• Website: nationalparks.nsw.gov.au
• Phone Number: 1300 072 757 (NPWS Bookings)
• GPS Coordinates: -32.52772, 152.32243

Site Information

• Location: Myall Lakes National Park, on the Broadwater.
• Site suitable for: Tents, camper trailers.
• Road access: Unsealed Mungo Brush Road, generally 2WD accessible with care.
• 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: 15 marked sites.
• Facilities: Non-flush toilets, picnic tables, wood barbecues.
• Picnic tables: Yes.
• Potable water: No. Bring all your own drinking water.
• Mobile phone coverage: Very limited. Some Telstra service may be available.
• TV reception: Unlikely.
• Onsite public toilets: Yes.
• Rubbish bins: No. All rubbish must be carried out.
• Open fires: Permitted in designated wood barbecues, subject to fire bans. Bring your own firewood.
• Generator use: Not permitted.
• Number of sites available: 15 sites.

Essentials to Bring

• All drinking water and washing water.
• Your own firewood.
• Rubbish bags to take all waste with you.
• Kayak, canoe, or paddleboard.
• Insect repellent.

Activities

• Pet friendly: No. Pets are not permitted in Myall Lakes National Park.
• Fishing: Excellent fishing in the lake.
• Short walks: Close to the Mungo Brush Rainforest walk and other park trails.

Local Amenities (in Hawks Nest / Tea Gardens)

• Local Pubs:
  • Hawks Nest Golf Club (~23 km)
  • Tea Gardens Hotel (~24 km)
• Places to Eat:
  • A good range of cafes, takeaways, and restaurants in both Hawks Nest and Tea Gardens (~23 km)
• Local Attractions:
  • Mungo Brush Rainforest walk (~2 km)
  • Jimmy’s Beach, Hawks Nest (~23 km)
  • Yacaaba Headland walking track (~24 km)
• Nearest Caravan Parks:
  • Mungo Brush Campground (~2 km)
  • Reflections Holiday Parks Hawks Nest Beach (~23 km)
• Next Free Camps:
  • There are no designated free camps in the immediate area.
• Nearest Dump Points:
  • Reflections Holiday Parks Hawks Nest Beach (check for public access/fee) (~23 km)
• Nearest Petrol Station:
  • Hawks Nest (~23 km) and Tea Gardens (~24 km).
• Drinking Water Resupply:
  • Hawks Nest / Tea Gardens. It is essential to arrive at the park fully supplied.
• Public Toilets:
  • Onsite. The next closest are at Mungo Brush campground (~2 km).

Seasonal Weather Forecast: Mid North Coast

• Summer (December – February): Hot and humid, perfect for swimming and water sports. High chance of thunderstorms. Average temperatures from 20°C to 28°C.
• Autumn (March – May): Warm, sunny days and mild evenings. Often calm, making it ideal for paddling. Temperatures range from 15°C to 25°C.
• Winter (June – August): Cool, crisp, and often sunny. The water is cold but hiking is pleasant. Temperatures range from 8°C to 18°C.
• Spring (September – November): Mild to warm with pleasant weather, though can be windy. The bush is full of wildflowers. Temperatures range from 13°C to 24°C.