Split Rock Dam

Camping Areas at Split Rock Dam  (2 campsites)

Split Rock Dam Recreation Area Camping Area - Large open camp areas on the shore of split rock dam with a choice of powered and unpowered sites. more...

Glenriddle Reserve Camping Area - Very large, grassy campground on the northern foreshore of Split Rock Dam. more...

About Split Rock Dam

Between Barraba and Manilla, this reservoir has a catchment area of 1650km, water storage of nearly 400,000 mega litres and when full covers approximately 2000 hectares.

The dam is a popular spot for fishing, water skiing and camping with the locals.

The area around the dam is mainly agricultural and there are not many trees left, so finding a sheltered or shady area is sometimes challenging.

apparently the dam has Murray Cod, Perch (silver and golden, eel tailed catfish and carp.

Boat Ramps.

The best ramp is at the main recreation area. It is a concrete and has fish cleaning facilities. When the dam is very low, it may not reach the waters edge.

The other (gravel) ramp is at Glenriddle reserve/camping area on the northern end of the dam. The river is fairly narrow here and there are a number of submerged trees.

Entry Fees There is a $2 per day entry fee to the recreation area where there are picnic tables and toilets. There is no fee for the viewing area or other areas.

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