Mark your calendars – The Central Coast’s newest ripper campground is opening this arvo! 🏕️

🔥 Standing at the edge of the new Tugary Forest Campground, the first rays of dawn paint the eucalyptus trees gold, and the sound of kookaburras echoes through the crisp morning air — it’s already feeling like a proper Aussie escape, and it’s officially open from today!

📅 Event Details

The brand-new Tugary Forest Campground on the Central Coast officially opens its gates this Saturday, 19 April 2026 — yes, literally this weekend! Located just off the Pacific Highway near Ourimbah (2256), it’s open daily from 8am to 8pm, with camping spots available from 2pm. The first 100 bookers get a free survival kit (matches, billy can, and a hand-drawn map of hidden trails — no joke!).

⭐ What to Expect

This isn’t your average campsite. They’ve gone all out — think modern eco-toilets with hot showers, solar-powered lighting, and even a tiny bush café serving local coffee and brekkie rolls. There’s a dedicated kids’ zone with a creek play area, and the main walking trail loops through native bushland with Aboriginal cultural markers and a lookout over the Woronora River. Oh, and the campfires? They’re on a strict ‘solar-only’ policy, but they’ve got those electric cooktops that actually work — no more frozen beans!

📍 Location & Times

Tugary Forest Campground, 120 Tugary Road, Ourimbah NSW 2256. It’s a 45-minute drive from Sydney CBD — easy peasy via the M1 or via the Northern Beaches. Pull in after 2pm for check-in, and grab a spot before the sun goes down. Best time to visit? Weekday mornings — it’s quieter, and you’ll beat the weekend rush. Pro tip: Book early — spots are going fast!

💡 How to Make the Most of It

Don’t miss the guided dawn nature walk on Saturdays — led by a local Aboriginal Elder who shares stories of the land. Also, the camp’s free app lets you reserve your favourite firepit, track water usage (they’re serious about sustainability), and even get alerts when the kangaroos are spotted near the camp kitchen. Bring your sunnies, your barbie gear, and maybe a journal — it’s the kind of place that makes you want to slow down.

💡 Tips & Warnings

✅ Book your spot early — they’re already 70% full for May
❌ Bring a gas camp stove — it’s not allowed; use the electric cooktops instead
⚠️ No drones — the area is a protected nature zone, and the wallabies get spooked easily

🚀 Will you be there? 🚀

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