NSW National Parks is seeking your feedback on proposed changes to it’s state-wide camping fees and booking system.
The proposal is for a tiered camping fee system across NSW campgrounds with a sliding scale of pricing, depending on seasonal demand and available services and facilities.
The changes are to make the camping experience fairer to everyone, and address issues such as no-shows.
Feedback is open to the public until Sunday the 25th of May, so get in now to have your say.
Plans are underway to make campsite bookings fairer in NSW
What are the changes to the NSW Camping booking system?
The proposed changes promise a simplified booking system that removes booking and extra-person fees.
Refunds will also be offered on up to 80% of the fee, to encourage cancellations when plans change.
The new booking system would see refunds on cancellations
Why do we need changes to NSW camp bookings?
NSW National Parks is looking at ways to enhance the visitor experience, and these changes come after consultation with 200,000 campers and national park visitors.
Visitor numbers continue to grow in the state; between 2023-24 there were 1.8 million overnight stays in 365 campgrounds across NSW. Along with visitation growth for over a decade, there’s been an increasing issue with ghost bookings or no-shows, when people book a campground but don’t show up, leaving it empty, or book more campsites than they need, leaving sites unable to be used by others.
Community feedback is welcome on the proposed changes to introduce a more consistent and simplified way to book campsites at NSW national parks and reserves.
Head to Have Your Say for more information and to provide your feedback by Sunday, 25th of May.
Images thanks to NPWS
