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Cranky Rock Recreation Reserve camping

Powered and unpowered camping beside granite boulder country, with showers, kiosk and walks.

Geographical relevance: About 8 km east of Warialda — easy side trip from Coolatai via Warialda.

Cranky Rock Recreation Reserve combines camping with a distinctive jumble of granite boulders, a viewing platform, suspension bridge, playground, picnic shelters and barbecues. Sealed access from the Gwydir Highway. Privately managed on behalf of Gwydir Shire Council — call to book.

Address: 296 Cranky Rock Road, Warialda NSW 2402
Phone: (02) 6729 1402
Email: warialdatourism@gwydir.nsw.gov.au
Website: visitgwydir.com.au/cranky-rock-recreation-reserve/
Price guide: Budget–mid
Last checked: 29 Sept 2026
Source: Visit Gwydir

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Cranky Rock Recreation Reserve

Granite boulder reserve with viewing platform, walks, birdwatching and camping near Warialda.