Frequently Asked Questions

Fires

Fires are allowed in Belmont Wetlands State Park, however

Vegetation from the State Park cannot be used, this includes fallen trees and branches.
We encourage the use of specially designed containers to burn fires in as burying fires in the sand after use poses an unacceptable risk to others, as anyone walking unknowingly on the buried fire will likely receive severe burns to their feet and possibly legs.
There should be NO fires lit during fire ban periods, the NSW RURAL FIRE SERVICE website will be able to inform you of when a fire ban is in place.

http://www.rfs.nsw.gov.au/fire-information/fdr-and-tobans

Traditional Owners

The Awabakal people are the traditional owners of the Belmont Wetlands State Park Area. Awabakal descendants can obtain a free beach permit by obtaining a letter from Awabakal Aboriginal Corporation advising that they are traditional owners and this must be forwarded along with completed application form to obtain a 4WD beach permit and email to info@belmontwetlands.com.au

Camping

Camping in front of the dune area is the preferable spot though there are currently there are no designated camping sites, however

Camping in wetland areas is prohibited.
Camping in dunes is prohibited.
Vegetation must not be camped on this includes dune grasses.
Cars cannot be used to transport camping equipment into areas in which cars are not permitted.
Campers are responsible for their own belongings.
Campers must take all rubbish and waste with them when they leave.

If you spot a camping group who leaves rubbish or waste behind you can report them to the Belmont Wetlands State Park Land Manager Board (LMB. The information needed would be the persons vehicle registration and description, the location, time, date and details on the type of rubbish left behind.

Pension and other Concessions

There are currently no concession prices of permits, including pension and large groups. People wishing to drive on the beach must pay full price for a permit.