Camping in Copeton Waters

The sense of tranquillity at Copeton Waters also makes it a perfect place to simply relax and watch the clouds and birds glide by.

Accommodation options at Reflections Copeton Waters

The park is so enormous that when it comes to Copeton Dam camping, you’re guaranteed to have loads of space to spread out your gear and set yourself up in a lovely spot surrounded by nature with views of the dam.

Whether you have a camper trailer, caravan or motorhome, or you’re a more traditional camper with a tent, there are camping options to suit everyone camping in Copeton Waters.

The great news for animal lovers is that Reflections Copeton Waters is dog-friendly, (allowing two dogs per booking) so dogs enjoying a fishing trip in their owner’s boats is a common sight out this way.

There are 78 powered sites surrounded by picturesque native bushland, that are suitable for caravans, motorhomes, campervans, and tents. All campsites are within three kilometres of the park, and there’s a choice of grass or gravel surfaces. The powered campsites are suitable for up to six guests and are ideal for campers who want to plug in their appliances and devices. They can fit rigs of up to 20 metres, and you’ll have plenty of space to bliss out in the serenity, have a game of cricket, or sit around the fire and watch the stars.

If getting back to nature is your thing and you’re a more traditional camper, there are 300 unpowered campsites (bushcamping) scattered across the park, that are perfect for small caravans, camper trailers, tents and swags. All sites can fit up to six people, with two dogs allowed per booking. There are grass or gravel sites, and it doesn’t matter how big your set-up, is, as there’s so much space when camping in Copeton Waters.

Park facilities and amenities camping in Copeton Waters

Copeton Waters Caravan Park is well-equipped to give you a super comfy stay! The large open-air camp kitchen with views of the surrounding bushland is a great place to have a meal and have a drink and a chin wag with other happy campers. There’s also a laundry and two toilet and shower blocks, so there’s never any queuing.

If you forgot some of those camping essentials or need extra food supplies, the park has a kiosk selling fishing lures, bread, milk, ice-creams, cold drinks, chips, ice, thongs, hats, fishing shirts, fuel (unleaded, premium and diesel), gas cylinders, firewood and even some souvenirs. The fishing gear section includes the Top Attack range, which is best for catching cod.

There is also plenty for the kids, with a playground, school holiday activities, table tennis, tennis courts and a BMX track is sure to keep little speed demons in action.

Fishers will love the coat ramp and the fact that there are fish cleaning facilities, and there’s also on-site fuel, so no need to head to town to top up. There isn’t an ATM at the park, so the nearest place to get cash is in Inverell.

Activities and outdoor adventure when camping in Copeton Waters

Camping in Copeton Waters sets you up for days of thrilling adventures on the dam, where you can go water skiing, paddleboarding, jet skiing, sailing, canoeing and swimming.

It’s a fishing mecca because the lake is renowned for the plentiful Murray cod and golden perch (aka yellow belly), and there’s also silver perch and eeltail catfish. There’s no carp, red claw or yabbies, and the redfin are few and far between. The cooler months are better for fishing because there’s little or no release of water from the dam.

The Copeton Waters Experience: inland adventure and relaxation

There’s nothing else like Reflections Copeton Waters in Australia. Not only does it offer guests a unique family-friendly inland water park experience, but its sheer size also means campers have plenty of room to themselves to lap up the serenity. The stunning landscape and plethora of outdoor activities such as fishing, boating, kayaking and bushwalking means there’s something different for everyone to do every day at Copeton Waters, and you’re sure to be sharing your camping space with native wildlife, adding more special moments to this quintessential Aussie camping experience.

Check out the Copeton Dam camping prices and book now so you can start dreaming of that massive Murray cod you’re going to catch and show off to anyone who will listen. If you’re the kind of person who thinks the best outing ever is a trip to BCF, camping at Copeton Waters is where it’s at.