Cotter Campground
Cotter campground closure extended until Friday 31 August 2012Since work began on the Enlarged Cotter Dam project in December 2009, the Territory and Municipal Services Directorate and ACTEW Corporation have endeavoured to maintain public access to the popular recreational areas in the Cotter precinct, including the campground. In October 2010 the Cotter campground was temporarily closed due to increasing construction noise and activities associated with the enlargement of the Cotter Dam which had been extended to night works and occasional weekend work. The closure also ensured that visitor experience was not impacted by the increasing level of noise and construction traffic. The campground was scheduled to reopen Friday 23 December 2011 however, due to unanticipated delays in the construction program the Enlarged Cotter Dam project and completion of the rehabilitation of affected areas has been extended. As a result the Cotter campground is expected to remain closed until Friday 31 August 2012 inclusive. While work continues on the dam project, the Cotter Avenue also remains closed. Rangers will regularly patrol the area to prevent unauthorised access. There are many alternate campgrounds to visit, including Woods Reserve on Corin Road, and Honeysuckle or Orroral Campground in Namadgi National Park. Exhibition Park Whilst Cotter Avenue (the tree-lined picnic and playground area near the campground) is closed during construction of the dam, there are many other parks and recreational areas ( Call Canberra Connect on 13 22 81 if you would like further information about the Cotter campground closure. |
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Cotter Campground is the most popular bushland camping area in the ACT. Nestled on the banks of the Cotter River amongst shady native and exotic trees, the campground is also adjacent to the Murrumbidgee River and located only 15 km from the western edge of Canberra.
Facilities:
- Separate areas for campers, vans, small private parties and organised groups (No onsite power or sullage available)
- Toilet, showers and wash up facilities
- Free Electric BBQ's and Wood BBQ's (limited firewood - ensure you bring your own supply)
- Pets not allowed
- Maximum length of stay is two weeks
- Campsite gates close at 10:00 PM
Camping Fee:
- $8.35 per person per night
- No charge for children under 10 years of age
- Fees can be paid to the Rangers, campground host, or left in the honesty box at the entrance
- Bookings not required
- Call Canberra Connect on 13 22 81 if you would like to know more.
Things to do:
- Explore the extensive networks of walking tracks in the area
- Fish or swim in the Cotter and Murrumbidgee Rivers
- Take a drive on Tourist Drive 5 to see the Tidbinbilla Space Tracking Station, Tidbinbilla Nature Reserve and the charming rural village of Tharwa, or head up Brindabella Road to Namadgi National Park.
Getting there: The campground is located on the Cotter Road about 15 km from the western edge of Canberra. Access from Canberra City is via Adelaide Avenue or Tuggeranong Parkway, take the Cotter Road exit (Tourist Route 5) and travel along Cotter Road until you reach the bridge that crosses the Murrumbidgee River. The Cotter Campground is first left after the bridge.
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Further Information - Murrumbidgee River Corridor
- Other campgrounds and recreational areas in the ACT.
Contact Details
Organisation
Parks and City Services
Contact Number
13 22 81
Postal Address
GPO Box 158 Canberra ACT 2601
Facsimile Number
(02) 6207 2544 (PCL Stromlo Office)
Email
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