Georges River National Park
Georges River National Park sits on the Georges River south of Sydney, and its standout feature is picnic areas with barbecues at Burrawang Reach, Fitzpatrick Park and Morgans Creek. The park also has boat ramps, toilets, drinking water at Fitzpatrick Park and the Yeramba Lagoon loop track.
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About Georges River National Park
Picnic and Barbecue Areas at Georges River National Park
Georges River National Park has picnic tables and barbecues at three areas: Burrawang Reach, Fitzpatrick Park and Morgans Creek. Toilets are provided at Burrawang Reach, Cattle Duffers Flat, Fitzpatrick Park and Morgans Creek picnic areas, and Morgans Creek picnic area also has showers. Fitzpatrick Park is the only area in the park with drinking water. Visitors can picnic and barbecue at these areas as a day out in the park.
Boat Ramps and Water Activities at Georges River National Park
Georges River National Park has boat ramps at Fitzpatrick Park and Morgans Creek picnic area. Visitors on the river can go canoeing, kayaking, jet skiing and waterskiing, which the park lists for summer. Fishing for yellow-finned bream is recommended on the Georges River in winter. Swimming in the river is not advised because its submerged banks are steep and uneven, and a number of shark attacks have been recorded in the area.
Walking Tracks at Georges River National Park
Georges River National Park has a Yeramba Lagoon loop track and a Ridge walking track. The Yeramba Lagoon track is recommended for spring and for birdwatching, and more than 100 bird species have been recorded in the park. Visitors can walk the lagoon track and watch birds along the way, with the Ridge walking track as a second option for walkers in the park.
Facilities at Georges River National Park
Visitor tips for Georges River National Park
- ✓Entry costs $8 per vehicle per day, paid at the coin machines at the gate (bring correct coins, as no change is given) or through the Park'nPay app; an annual pass is also available.
- ✓Download the Emergency Plus app before a visit, because mobile reception is limited and you need reception to call Triple Zero (000).
Getting to Georges River National Park
Entry points are at Fitzpatrick Park and Morgans Creek. From Sutherland, head west on River Road, turn right onto Alfords Point Road and then left onto Henry Lawson Drive; the park entry is about 1.5 km on the left. From Sydney, take the M5 westbound, turn left onto Davis Road and then right onto Henry Lawson Drive, continue about 1.5 km, then turn left into the park entrance. Parking is available at Burrawang Reach picnic area, Fitzpatrick Park and Morgans Creek picnic area. Mobile reception is limited in the park, and public transport options are listed on the NSW transport websites.
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Can I bring my dog to Georges River National Park?
Pets are not permitted in the park, except certified assistance animals.
Are there toilets at Georges River National Park?
Toilets are at the Burrawang Reach, Cattle Duffers Flat, Fitzpatrick Park and Morgans Creek picnic areas, and showers are at Morgans Creek only.
What time does Georges River National Park open?
The park opens at 6am and closes at 7.30pm during daylight saving, and at 6.30pm at other times.
Is it safe to swim at Georges River National Park?
Swimming is not advised because the river's submerged banks are steep and uneven, and shark attacks have been recorded in the area.
Is there a boat ramp at Georges River National Park?
Boat ramps are at Fitzpatrick Park and Morgans Creek picnic area.