Day useOfficial dataNSWLake MacquarieUpdated 28 May 2026

Gap Creek picnic area

Gap Creek picnic area is a picnic area in NSW. This page helps you check facilities, access, location, and nearby protected areas before visiting.

Best use

Day use

Fee

$6 · booking fee

Source

Official source

Watagans National Park

2Camping0Stays4Day use

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Facilities

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CampingAvailable100%BookingRequired100%ShowersUnknown50%Hot waterUnknown50%WaterAvailable100%BBQAvailable100%TablesAvailable100%ShelterAvailable100%PowerUnknown50%Open fireAllowed100%

Official details

PriceThere are no camping fees at this campground but a $6 booking fee applies.

BookingsBook up to 12 people or 2 sites online.

Please noteParticular sites are on a first-come first-served basis, and cannot be guaranteed. There is no mobile phone coverage. This is a remote campground, please arrive well prepared. Access to the top campsite in Gap Creek Falls requires 4WD vehicle.

Camping typeTent, Camping beside my vehicle

What to bringDrinking water, cooking water, firewood

Group bookingsSchool groups and Park Eco Pass holders can make a group booking enquiry .

Number of campsites3

Full official description

Facilities: Toilets, unpowered sites, unmarked sites, barbecue facilities, picnic tables, carpark | What to bring: Drinking water, cooking water, firewood | Price: There are no camping fees at this campground but a $6 booking fee applies. | Visitor facilities: Water is not available at this campground. Firewood is not provided and may not be collected from the park. Rubbish bins are provided Toilets Non-flush toilets Types of sites Unpowered sites Unmarked sites Barbecue facilities Wood barbecues (bring your own firewood) Gas/electric barbecues (free) Picnic tables Carpark | Prohibited: Gathering firewood Collecting firewood, including fallen trees and dead wood is prohibited. Generators Generators are not permitted in this campground Pets Pets and domestic animals (other than certified assistance animals) are not permitted. Find out which regional parks allow dog walking and see the pets in parks policy for more information. Smoking NSW national parks are no smoking areas . Search availability

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Setting and activities

BeachUnknown50%FishingUnknown50%SwimmingUnknown50%WalksAvailable100%PlayUnknown50%PetsNot allowed100%

Trip planning FAQ

Where is Gap Creek picnic area?

Gap Creek picnic area is listed in Lake Macquarie, Hunter Central Coast, NSW near Watagans National Park.

What facilities are available at Gap Creek picnic area?

The available source data confirms toilets, drinking water, BBQ, picnic tables, shelter.

Is camping available at Gap Creek picnic area?

Gap Creek picnic area is listed as a campground in the current source data. Check the official source before travelling for booking rules, closures and local conditions.

Is Gap Creek picnic area suitable for a picnic or short stop?

The available source data includes picnic tables, BBQ, toilets, picnic area listing. Check the official source before travelling for current access conditions.

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