Wirrilaa Rainforest Retreat

88%

11 reviews

· Tyalgum, New South Wales · 72 acres

Hosted by Sandra O.

RV/tent site

· 4 guests max

Nomadic camping

Best for self-contained campers. There are no toilets, showers, or potable water at this Hipcamp.

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Wirrilaa (home of The Busy Bush Turkeys) is located on the banks of the Oxley River just 5 or so minutes from the gorgeous township of Tyalgum and just 15-20 minutes from Murwillumbah in northern NSW. The property is 72 acres, mostly pristine rainforest, with cleared spaces on the lower areas and boasts excellent views of the north face of Mt Warning. At present, there are no amenities, but plans are afoot for toilets, showers and a camp kitchen in the future. There are fire pits at the campsites and firewood, including bags of kindling, is generally available for purchase, but please check in advance. Campers can enjoy bushwalking in the beautiful rainforest (no tracks as yet, so please ensure you are skilled and equipped for off-track walking), swimming, kayaking, fishing and just relaxing in the beautiful setting. There are many walks in National Parks nearby and we are is also not far from the 24 km Northern Rivers Rail Trail. We offer a drop off and pick up service. (Up to 4 people and bikes/trip.) Tyalgum has much to offer, including Devonshire tea and a variety of other food and shops at the iconic Flutterbies, Tyalgum Village Markets (last Saturday of each month), the pub and General Store (with great coffee!) along with other sites. At present, access and campsites are suitable for tents and off-road camper trailers only. 4WD is recommended and necessary if the weather has been wet. We will return to being dog-friendly once we complete our dog fencing. We apologise for any inconvenience caused and will keep the property and site descriptions updated.Site 3 is easily accessible, down on the river plain expanse. This is the first site as you come down off the track down and there are markings to show the site boundaries. There are are only 3 sites down here, so you will have plenty of room. There are some fairly level areas to chose from. It's just a short stroll to the river and all it has to offer.

RV details

Pop-up campers, Class B RVs, and Cars allowed

Vehicles under 39 feet allowed

As the campsite is not designated, except for location of firepit, campers may choose to pull in, back in or in some circumstances, pull through.

Pull-in site

As the campsite is not designated, except for location of firepit, campers may choose to pull in, back in or in some circumstances, pull through.

Accommodates slideouts

As the campsite is not designated, except for location of firepit, campers may choose to pull in, back in or in some circumstances, pull through.

Surface type: Grass or field

Most of this area is fairly flat, but as with any site that is not concrete, there will be some levelling involved.

Surface levelness: Requires leveling

Most of this area is fairly flat, but as with any site that is not concrete, there will be some levelling involved.

No Travel trailers, Fifth wheels, and Class A RVs

No electrical hookup

No water hookup

No sewage hookup

No TV hookup

Generators not allowed

What to expect

RV/tent site

You'll have this Hipcamp all to yourself.

4 guests max

Campfires allowed

Firepit, wood burning fireplace. There is a firepit location. Just ask if you want to bring your own pit or pig etc.

No toilet; campers must bring camp toilets

Waste must be taken with campers. No dumping on the property please.

No pets

We have stopped pets for the near future while we get our dog fences finished.

No potable water

Purify from river or stream. Water is currently available from the river. Best to boil even though this is a catchment waterway. A tap will be available in the near future.

No showers

Bathe in river or stream. Please limit use of soap

Pack it out

All rubbish to be taken home.

Cooking equipment absent

Plans are afoot for a camp kitchen in the future.

Picnic table absent

To be added soon.

No wifi

Reception is 4G, usually 1 bar with Telstra. This should enable phone calls and texts.

Laundry absent

Hot Tub absent

No playground

Things to know

Getting there

Check in: After 2:00 PM

Check out: Before 12:00 PM

On arrival: Meet with Host

Cancellation policy: Moderate

Minimum nights: 1 night

Accepts bookings: 12 months out

Park at listing

No wheelchair access

Max 1 vehicle

4WD recommended

During your trip

Follow the

Leave it better

Inclusion policyWe have a zero-tolerance policy against discrimination at Hipcamp. We are committed to helping our Host and Hipcamper communities be inclusive.

ExtrasAvailable at checkout

Dozen eggsgood

AU$12.00

Farm fresh free-range eggs from our own chooks here at Wirrilaa. Availability varies so please check.

Half dozen eggsgood

AU$7.00

Fresh free-range eggs from our own chooks. Availability will vary. Please check before arrival.

Reviews

88% Recommend13 ratings · 11 reviews

Marley T.

1 year on Hipcamp

Recommends

· October 2024

Tent

Lovely spot along the river with easy access and a slight view of the Tweed Range. Hosts were fantastic and very friendly, I felt welcomed and comfortable for my night. Birds in the morning were awesome.

Jason R.

3 reviews

Recommends

· October 2024

River side camping

Tent · With kids

Lovely spot close to the river, Sandra was very accommodating and excellent communication. Kids loved meeting the dogs and exploring along the river

Blake W.

5 reviews

Recommends

· September 2024

Camping

16 ft car

Great hosts and perfect campsite for what I was after. Would stay again.

Kate M.

77 reviews

Recommends

· September 2024

Tent

I so enjoyed my stay at Wirrilaa Rainforest Retreat, Sandra was a welcolming and friendly host who was only to willing to show me around the property and her warm hospitally was greatly appreciated. There is loads to do here including some impressive walks to get the heart pumping as well a slower paced kayak down the river. The birdlife is abundant and the campsite is a stones throw from the river. There are steps now in place to make accessing the river easy and a bench seat to just sit and watch the birds, it was so peaceful. The trip to Tyalgum is 10 mins drive and is worth going for the delightful shops and food. Highly recommend this campsite

Andrew F.

5 reviews

Not recommend

· July 2024

Didn't bother pitching the tent

Tent

Site wasn't suitable for tent camping. Ground was waterlogged despite no rain for many weeks. No view whatsoever, didn't look anything like the pictures, vegetation had been cleared leaving a mess. Home being renovated beside the camp area with building works and construction noise on arrival. Basically a marshy piece of land next to a building site. We didn't end up staying and advised the host that it wasn't suitable. We were advised a refund would be organised with Hi[camp via the host but received nothing to date. The hosts seemed very pleasant but are kidding themselves if they think this is acceptable camping area for the price. We ended up booking another hipcamp nearby and had the most lovely time there instead. Will put this one down to experience and wasted money, and wish others had given more honest reviews.

Troy G.

9 months on Hipcamp

Recommends

· June 2024

Tent

Friendly Team, great spot next to the river and had the space to ourselves, thankyou for the cheap firewood!

Location

Tyalgum, New South Wales, AustraliaTraditional, ancestral territory of Bundjalung and Yugambeh First Nations according to

Native Land Digital.

To respect the Host's privacy, the precise address of this land will be provided after booking