Site to Sights
Buckenderra Holiday Village
Buckenderra NSW
Category:
Camping Ground
Snowy Mountains NSW
Area
NSW: CAPITAL REGION
GPS:
-36.2400083, 149.1104009
Nearby Sights/Things To Do
🚐 Buckenderra Holiday Village – Buckenderra, NSW
📍 Description & Location
Located on over 100 acres of lakeside bushland along the shores of Lake Eucumbene, Buckenderra Holiday Village is a well-established holiday and caravan park in the heart of the Snowy Mountains. The park boasts 8 km of private lake frontage, making it a prime destination for fishing, boating, and waterside relaxation year-round, while also serving as a gateway to the snowfields in winter.
🛠️ Facilities and Amenities
⚡ Powered and unpowered campsites
🏡 Cabins, cottages, and holiday villas
🚿 Modern amenities blocks with hot showers
🍳 Camp kitchen, BBQ areas, and picnic tables
🎣 Boat ramp and fish-cleaning stations
🛶 Lake access for kayaking, sailing, and water-skiing
🐾 Pet-friendly (enquire about restrictions)
🧺 Laundry facilities
🚗 On-site parking, general supplies available
🛻 Vehicle Access
Fully 2WD accessible via sealed roads
Spacious entry points suitable for caravans, camper trailers, and motorhomes
Boat ramp access for trailers
🕰️ History
The Buckenderra area has long been a fishing and farming region, and the holiday village evolved as a family-owned base for Snowy Mountains visitors. The region’s transformation during the Snowy Mountains Hydro Scheme helped shape the lake as a major trout fishing destination.
🏕️ Nearby Campgrounds
Providence Portal Campground – Bush-style fishing base across the lake
Frying Pan Campground – Free lakeside camping (limited facilities)
Old Adaminaby Campgrounds – Scenic sites with lake views and boat access
🌄 Nearby Attractions
🎣 Lake Eucumbene – Some of Australia’s best trout fishing
⛷️ Selwyn Snowfields, Thredbo, and Perisher – Approx. 1-hour drive
🥾 Kosciuszko National Park – High plains hiking, wildflowers, and heritage huts
🚗 Cooma and Jindabyne – Country towns with shops, galleries, and local markets
🏞️ Snowy Hydro Discovery Centre – Educational and interactive
💬 Reviews Summary
“One of the best places on the lake for camping and boat access”
“Clean facilities and unbeatable lake views”
“Great in both summer and winter—fishing, snow, or just relaxing”
“Friendly owners and well-managed park with lots of space”
🌊 Buckenderra Holiday Village is your snowy lakeside escape—a blend of rustic charm, modern comfort, and endless outdoor possibility.
