Lake Keepit State Park offers fun and relaxation for the whole family with BBQs, picnics and bushwalking along the Namoi, or water sports on the 34km of stunning waterways. The park is great for bushwalks, with many pleasant and easy trails. Go gliding, lessons are available, or bring a BMX bike and try out the track. Roller bladers, roller skaters and skateboarders can have fun in the skate bowl. Lake Keepit State Park is famous for its fishing. Hook silver and golden perch (yellow belly), Murray cod and catfish. Through the spring and summer seasons the lake's 4,370 hectares offers pleasure boating, sailing, swimming, water skiing and windsurfing. Download our Lake Keepit brochure (PDF 1MB).
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Facilities
4W Driving, airstrip, alcohol supplies, amenities block, bait/lures, bbqs electric, bbqs gas, boat ramp, camp kitchen, conference centre, disabled access, fuel, groceries, ice, kiosk, laundry, LP gas, picnic area, playground, public telephone, shelter shed, storage, swimming, take-away food, tennis courts.
Activities
Tamworth, 50 minutes drive to the east, being the country music capital of Australia, has the Country Music Hall of Fame, and hosts the Tamworth Country Music Festival each January. Gunnedah, 30 minutes drive to the west, hosts the AgQuip Rural Field Days every August. Manilla, 20 minutes drive to the north has a meadery and is a pleasant day trip. Other activities include: 4W Driving, bird watching, canoeing, fishing, gliding, golf, mountain biking, sailing, skateboarding, swimming, tennis, water skiing.
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Accommodation
Chalet (1) – Sleeps maximum of 6
Situated high above the dam on a hill with fantastic views, a very quite location.
- 2 Bedroom
- Bathroom(shower & toilet) including laundry with automatic washing machine
- 1 x Queen Bed
- 2 x Bunks (4bth)
- Lounge
- Linen supplied including towels, blankets & pillows
- Television
- Reverse Cycle Split System Air Conditioning
- Electric Stove
- Microwave
- Fridge/Freezer
- Clock Radio
- Toaster & Jug
- Crockery & Cutlery
- Cooking Utensils
- Cleaning Equipment
- Dining Table & Chairs
- BBQ
- Outdoor Table & Chairs
Large Ensuite Cabin (2) – Sleeps maximum of 6
Spacious cabin with full kitchen and ensuite bathroom. Located in the Lakeside Caravan Park.
- 2 Bedroom
- Bathroom(shower & toilet)
- 1 x Queen Bed
- 2 x Bunks (4bth)
- Lounge
- Television
- Reverse Cycle Air Conditioning
- Ceiling Fans
- Gas Cooking
- Microwave
- Fridge/Freezer
- Clock Radio
- Toaster & Jug
- Crockery & Cutlery
- Cooking Utensils
- Cleaning Equipment
- Dining Table & Chairs
- One cabin is disabled friendly Items top Bring from Home:
- Linen (bed linen, towels, bath mats etc)* Items are available for hire
Ensuite Cabin (10) – Sleeps maximum of 4
Cabin with full kitchen and ensuite bathroom located in the Lakeside Caravan Park.
- 2 Bedroom
- Bathroom(shower & toilet)
- 1 x Double Bed
- 1 x Bunks (2bth)
- Lounge
- Television
- Reverse Cycle Air Conditioning
- Ceiling Fans
- Gas Cooking
- Microwave
- Fridge/Freezer
- Clock Radio
- Toaster & Jug
- Crockery & Cutlery
- Cooking Utensils
- Cleaning Equipment
- Dining Table & Chairs Items top Bring from Home:
- Linen (bed linen, towels, bath mats etc)* Items are available for hire
Standard Cabins (7) – Sleeps a maximum of 4
All in one room, close to amenities. Located in Lakeside Caravan Park.
- 1 x Double Bed
- 1 x Bunk Bed (2bth)
- Divan
- Dining Table & Chairs
- Reverse Cycle Air Conditioning
- Television
- Fridge/Freezer
- Microwave
- Clock Radio
- Toaster & Jug
- Crockery & Cutlery
- Cooking Utensils
- Cleaning Equipment Items top Bring from Home:
- Linen (bed linen, blankets, pillows, towels, bath mats etc)* Items are available for hire
Camp-O-Tels (8) – Sleeps maximum of 6
Permanent onsite tent with flooring, close to amenities and camp kitchen. Located in Lakeside Caravan Park.
- 2 x Trio Bunks (double bed with single bunk)
- Dining Table & Chairs
- Ceiling Fan
- Bar Fridge
- Microwave
- Toaster & Jug
- Wash-up Dish
- Broom Items top Bring from Home:
- Linen (bed linen, blankets, pillows, towels, bath mats etc)* Items are available for hire
- Crockery & Cutlery
- Cooking Utensils
Powered Sites – Maximum of 6 persons per site
Located in the Lakeside Caravan Park. Easy access to amenities and camp kitchen.
- Water, sullage & power Unpowered Sites - Maximum of 6 persons per site Located in the Lakeside Caravan Park. Easy access to amenities and camp kitchen. Bush Camping -Maximum of 6 persons per site Located on the Eastern Foreshore, opposite main park area. Camp Kitchen Located in Lakeside Caravan Park.
- 6 x Coin Operated BBQs
- 2 x Wash-up Sinks with hot water
- Campfire (wood available for purchase)
- Picnic Table and Chair settings
- Bar Fridge Please Note: The camp kitchen is open to the all park guests, therefore not available for private functions.
Accommodation tariffs: Tariffs - 1 July 2010 to 30 June 2011.
| Accommodation Type | Off Peak** | Peak** |
|---|---|---|
| Chalet | $120 | $145 |
| Large Ensuite Cabin | $95 | $135 |
| Ensuite Cabin | $85 | $125 |
| Standard Cabin | $65 | $85 |
| Campotel | $45 | $70 |
| Extra Person | $5 | $5 |
Prices based on 2 persons per cabin. Maximum numbers of occupants apply to each cabin.**One Night Surcharge applies to all Accommodation (15%)** Surcharge applies to Friday and Saturday (15%)
| Site Type | Off Peak | Peak |
|---|---|---|
| Powered Site | $19 | $28 |
| Unpowered Site | $14 | $23 |
| Bush Camping | $12 | $18 |
| Extra Person | $5 | $5 |
Prices based on 2 persons per site. Maximum of 6 persons per site.
| Packages* | |
|---|---|
| Midweek Package | Stay for 4 nights and pay for 3 |
| Weekly Package | Stay for 7 nights and pay for 6 |
*Conditions Apply
| Day Entry Fees (per car) | |
|---|---|
| General Day Entry | $9 |
| Seniors Day Entry | $5 |
| Annual Park Entry Pass (per car) | |
|---|---|
| Annual Entry including Access Card | $97 |
| Annual Entry Only | $85 |
| Replacement Access Card | $12 |
| Other Charges | |
|---|---|
| Reservation Administration Cancellation Fee | $20 |
| Linen Hire – Queen/Double | $12 |
| Linen Hire – Single | $8 |
# Prices subject to change without notice# Prices effective from 1 July 2010 to 30 June 2011
# All prices include GST
# Group Reservations may require a security bond, please contact the Park for further information.
Please confirm tariffs with park before booking.
Flora and fauna
For the nature lover, there are many native plants and trees, and some 170 species of birds inhabit the area. Lake Keepit boasts the Australian King Parrot, the hakea plant and Apostle birds, just to name a few.
Location
Address: Lake Keepit is a half-day's drive from Sydney or Newcastle or half an hour from Tamworth. The Entrance to Lake Keepit State Park is just off the Oxley Highway (about 7kms). It is situated 38kms east of Gunnedah and 54kms west of Tamworth or 30kms south of Manilla by all weather bitumen road. Nearest regional centre is Tamworth.
Directions
From Tamworth, follow the signs to Gunnedah and after 56kms along the Oxley Highway, turn right into Lake Keepit State Park. Transport: There is no public transport to this park. Park map download (PDF 235.5KB)
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