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Kinchega National Park

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 Kinchega National Park, Menindee


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The Darling River forms the eastern edge to much of Kinchega National Park . Significant to Paakantji people both past and present, the river also provides a scenic setting for many of Kinchega's campsites. Another key feature of the park is the famous Kinchega Woolshed, which offers visitors an insight into Kinchega and the region's pastoral heritage. The NSW National Parks and Wildlife Service maintains three self-guided drive tours within the park. The River Drive meanders for about 20 kilometres through the red gum woodlands on the banks of the Darling River. The Lake Drive follows the shores of Lakes Menindee and Cawndilla and the interconnecting Morton Boolka Swamp. Sand hills on the northern and eastern margins of the lakes are ablaze with daisies following spring rains. The Homestead Bend Loop is ideal for those who have limited time. This circuit takes visitors past the original Kinchega homestead and cemetry. The park also provides good opportunities for birdwatching, cycling, painting and photography.

Phone: 08 8080 3200
Website: www.nationalparks.com.au

Picnic Areas are located at a number of sites along the River and Lake Drives. These sites have BBQs, tables and garbage bins provided. There are picnic tables at the historic woolshed where fresh water (bore water) is provided.

Fees and camping fees: Day use and camping fees apply. A self registration system allows for a payment of fees.

Camping areas: There are 34 shaded camp sites scattered along the banks of the Darling River, accessed via the River Drive. There are four pit toilets located at intervals along the River Drive. Sites are equipped with BBQs and garbage bins and some sites also have tables. Access is available for caravans however no powered sites are provided.

Accommodation: Accommodation is also available in the Shearers' Quarters. Staying in the shearers' quarters can give visitors a greater sense of the pastoral history of Kinchega. Accommmodation is available for up to 40 people.

Bookings must be made in advance though the Broken Hill Area Office (08) 8080 3200. Rooms in the quarters are equipped with two bunk beds and some have an additional trundle. Visitors will need to provide their own bed linen. Showers and communal kitchen are available for use.

Discovery Program: Guided 'Discovery' tours run during the autumn, winter and spring school holidays. Be sure to check the national parks website or wild wild world website - www.wildwildworld.com.au for Discovery Tours during school holidays.


Directions: The main entrance to Kinchega National Park is just northwest of the town of Menindee, about 85km southeast of Broken Hill.

Road Closures: Roads within the park may be closed after rain or due to flooding. Please ensure that you phone 08 8080 3200 prior to travelling or check on-line to the www.nswnationalparks.com.au website.

Cancellation Policy / Terms & Conditions
For accommodation and campsites in the National Parks Far West NSW including but not limited to: Sturt NP; Gundabooka NP; Kinchega NP; Mungo NP; Mutawintji NP; Paroo-Darling NP; Culgoa NP:

Shearers Quarters and Cottages/Homesteads:
1. On confirmation of bookings full payment is required for the entire number of nights booked.
2. Cancellation less than 48 hours prior to the booking date will incur a cancellation fee of one full night's accommodation.
3. 48 hours to less than 5 days notice will incur 50% of one full night's accommodation.
4. More than 5 days notice provided will be refunded in full.
5. If no notice of cancellation is received for the accommodation the relevant Park reserves the right to withhold the full payment for the entire booking.
6. Any damage incurred to the property (including contents) will be charged accordingly.
7. Bookings are taken at the discretion of the NPWS office at the relevant Park.
8. Refunds will be at the discretion and action of the relevant Park.
9. It is the responsibility of the person(s) booking to confirm 48 hours prior to arrival date and direct to the relevant Park.

Campsite bookings:
1. Bookings are required (at some) of the Far West Region's NPs for campsites in the school holiday long weekends public holiday periods and major events.
2. Bookings are taken at the discretion of the NPWS office at the relevant Park.
3. An 'honesty box' system is in place at most Parks and/or payment is required at the relevant Park office.
4. Some Far West Region NPs have free campsites.
5. Failure to pay the required campsite fees can incur significant fines.

Notes:
The official VISITOR GUIDE NSW NATIONAL PARKS booklet is available as a download from www.nswnationalparks.com.au
Refer to the relevant National Park for updates on conditions or contact the FWR office T: 08 8080 3200 as conditions may change without notice.


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