Site to Sights
National Park Camping Area
Mutawintji NSW 2880
Category:
Camping Ground
Broken Hill NSW
Area
NSW: FAR WEST
GPS:
-36.2400083, 149.1104009
Nearby Sights/Things To Do
🏕️ National Park Camping Area – Mutawintji, NSW
📍 Description & Location
Set within the heart of Mutawintji National Park, this designated campground lies beneath ancient cliffs and star-splashed skies. Located about 130 km northeast of Broken Hill, this remote and sacred park offers unforgettable connections to culture, wildlife, and land.
🛠️ Facilities and Amenities
Unpowered campsites (suitable for tents, trailers, and campervans)
Toilets and hot showers
Picnic shelters and BBQ areas
Non-potable water taps (boil or treat before drinking)
Designated fireplaces (check seasonal fire restrictions)
Wheelchair-accessible amenities
🛻 Vehicle Access
Accessible via Mutawintji Road, unsealed but generally 2WD accessible in dry conditions
4WD recommended in wet weather
Ample space for caravans and trailers
Remote—bring fuel, supplies, and maps before leaving Broken Hill
🕰️ History
This land is sacred to the Paakantji, Malyangapa, and Wilyakali Peoples, who have lived here for tens of thousands of years. Mutawintji is home to some of the most significant Aboriginal rock art sites in NSW, with guided tours available through protected cultural zones. The campground lies near walking tracks and cultural interpretive areas, giving visitors a powerful connection to country and story.
🏕️ Nearby Campgrounds
Homestead Creek Campground – Often used synonymously with the national park’s main camping area
Kinchega National Park Campgrounds – A few hours southeast, on the Darling River
Broken Hill Outback Resort – For travelers seeking comfort near civilization
🌄 Nearby Attractions
Mutawintji Gorge Walk – Towering red rock walls and desert riverbeds
Rockholes Loop Walk – Shorter loop highlighting rock engravings and birdlife
Historic Site Walking Tours – Explore sacred rock art with a local Aboriginal guide
Wildlife spotting – Emus, red kangaroos, goannas, and flocks of galahs
💬 Reviews Summary
Campers and culture-seekers say:
“Incredible energy—feels like sacred ground”
“Peaceful, clean, and a true outback experience”
“Rock art tour is not to be missed”
“Hot showers in the desert? Yes, please!”
🌅 This is more than a campground—it’s a doorway into the stories, spirits, and rhythms of the ancient Australian outback.
