NSW State forest are ready for you

Large groups wishing to use state forests should consult with their local Forestry Corporation office to discuss their needs and a suitable location.

A permit is required for commercial activities and most organised events in state forests - see Permits for activities in NSW state forests.

Forestry Corporation of NSW has partnered with a number of commercial operators to provide accommodation and adventure experiences in some State forests.

Before you visit

Before visiting State Forests, read tips on safety and sustainable recreation.

Accommodation

Moonan Cottage

Location: 55km east of Scone and 90km west of Gloucester at the western end of the Barrington Tops,

Address: 455 Moonan Brook Road, Moonan Brook NSW 2337

Facilities: Three double bedrooms (two with an extra single bed) and bunk room to sleep up to 28 people. Two bathrooms, laundry, kitchen with electric and fuel stoves, refrigerators, microwave, gas BBQ, lounge room with a fireplace, tank for drinking water, septic toilets, power available. Also contains basic cutlery and crockery for 28 people and cookware (large frypans/saucepans and toaster). Extensive grounds to suit tents or caravans. Concrete BBQ and garage.

Cost: From $120 per night. Check the website for details www.moonancottage.com

Contact: phone 02 6546 3187 or  0411 347 396 email: moonancottage@gmail.com

Woolgoolga Cottage

Location: Coffs Harbour Area, 20km north of Coffs Harbour

Facilities: Three bedroom cottage with basic kitchen, fridge/freezer and TV. Yard is not fenced and dogs are permitted. Ocean views, spacious grounds, quiet area, approx 700m from the beach and walking distance to the CBD.

Cost: $290 per week, public holidays $320 per week, Xmas 19th Dec-26th January $650 per week.

Contact: Nicole Cardow Realty Woolgoolga,  Phone: (02) 6654 1148

Bondi Forest Lodge

Location: Bombala area, 31km from Bombala

Facilities: The Lodge caters for individuals through to school groups and clubs. The Lodge has accommodation for 72 people in twin bunk rooms. There is a shower block and power is available.

Cost: $25 per night, per person (negotiate for large bookings)

Contact: Brian Humphreys
Phone: (02) 6458 7262
Email: info@bondiforestlodge.com.au
Web: www.bondiforestlodge.com.au

Laurel Hill Forest Lodge

Location: Tumut area

Facilities: Laurel Hill Forest Lodge offers eight accommodation units each with its own bathroom, living room and sleeping quarters for between 10 and 20 people.

Bring all your own bedding (sleeping bag, linen, blanket, pillow and towel). Linen hire is available with prior notice.

To cater for groups, there is a separate kitchen and dining complex which encompasses a commercial kitchen and dining area that can seat between 80 and 100 people.

Cost: Refer to web site.

Contact: Phone: (02) 6948 8669
Fax: (02) 6948 8665
Email: admin@laurelhillforestlodge.com.au
Web: www.laurelhillforestlodge.com.au

Edrom Lodge

Location: Eden area, 35km south of Eden

Facilities: Originally built between 1910 and 1913 as a family residence, Edrom Lodge has been refurbished as a conference/education and group activities centre.

Enjoy dormitory style accommodation for up to 72 people, across the bay from Eden on the NSW south coast, with

Cost: $850.00 per night for 68 people or 12 couples.

Contact: Brian Humphreys
Phone: (02) 6496 1510
Email: info@edromlodge.com.au
Web: www.edromlodge.com.au

Adventure play

Paintball Pete's

Location: Palmers Road, Ryhope (Awaba State Forest)

Facilities: Paintball adventure.

Contact: 02 4947 0853 or www.paintballpetes.com.au

Skirmish Downunder

Location: Cairncross State Forest and Kiwarrak State Forest

Facilities: Paintball adventure.

Contact: 0408 873 122 or www.skirmishdownunder.com.au

Treetop Adventure Park Ourimbah State Forest

Location: Ourimbah State Forest

Facilities: The course allows participants to move from tree to tree through a network of rope bridges, flying foxes, trapezes and Tarzan jumps, stretching through the tree canopy.

Contact: 02 4025 1008 or www.treetops.com.au

Treetop Adventure Park Cumberland State Forest

Location: Cumberland State Forest

Facilities: A high ropes adventure within Sydney's only metropolitan State Forest.

Contact: 02 9871 3345 or www.treetops.com.au