Black Springs Campground

Black Springs rest area is a picnicker’s paradise in the centre of a large pine plantation that was first established in the early 1900s. The site is in Vulcan State Forest, about a 15-minute drive from Oberon. for the dedicated fossicker, opportunities exist nearby at Sapphire Bend, an area set aside to allow fossicking for gems without a permit. The nearby streams are popular fishing sites that have been known to provide the foundation for many a fishing story! (Please note that NSW fishing rules and regulations apply to all waterways in the region)

The Black Springs camping ground is very easy to access. The camping ground is located in the centre of town. The road into the camping ground is gravel but can easily be accessed by a two-wheel drive and caravan.

Things to know

All State forests are free to camp in. Please leave it clean or cleaner than when you arrive. Camping sites cannot be pre-booked or reserved.