Mann River Campground
Last Updated Apr 2014 | Originally suggested by combicombi
Beautiful, grassy, campground overlooking the Mann River, under the casurina trees.
The sites are large and grassy with some shade. They each have a rustic wood fired barbecue (bring your own wood) and picnic tables. Pit toilets are clean, but rustic.
The Mann River has some great granite lined swimming holes, and in the right conditions is a great spot to take a sip. Can be cold in winter, and can also be a bit dangerous after heavy rain when rapids form. Small sandy beaches and little shallow rapids make it a great spot for kids when the weather and water level is right.
There is no fishing permitted in the Mann River between August and October as this is a breeding area for the Eastern Freshwater Cod. If you catch one of these outside the season, make sure it is released straight away.
Water is available from the creek for basics, but should be treated before drinking.
When I was here, there was a stock pile of off cuts for firewood. May be worth bringing some just in case though.
Facilities and activities at Mann River
- Number of sites:
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10
- Camping Fees:
- Bookings:
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You are not able to make bookings for this site.
- How to book:
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No bookings can be made for this campground
- Toilets:
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Longdrop or composting
- Pets:
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Not allowed
- Water Availability:
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Non-potable water may be available. Boil all water for at least 10 minutes before drinking.
- Camp fires:
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Fires may be allowed in built fire places. Please check local fire bans and rules.
- Barbeques:
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Wood barbeques are available. Bring firewood and check firebans.
- Swimming:
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This campsite is near a river or creek that has swimming holes.
- Fishing:
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There are fishing spots at or near this campsite.
- Picnic Tables:
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Yes.
- Horse Riding:
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No
- Canoeing / Kayaking:
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There is no canoeing or kayaking at or near this campsite
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Location information for Mann River
This site is accessable by caravans in good weather.
About 37km east from Glen Innes on the Old Grafton Road
Drive west of Grafton along Gwydir Highway for 125km or east from Glen Innes for 37km
Take the unsealed Old Grafton Road and drive for approximately 2km before descending 14km on sealed road to the base of Big Hill
Drive for 150m on an unsealed road to the campground turn off
For 4WD only, drive the historic (unsealed) Old Grafton road for about 130km from Grafton.
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