Dumaresq Dam

4.4

(251)

4.4

(251)

•#41 on "Top 46 things to do and attractions in Armidale"

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Dumaresq Dam, located just a 20-minute drive south of Armidale, is an ideal destination for various outdoor activities. Visitors can enjoy family picnics on the grassed areas or use the provided tables and shelters with barbecues. The dam also offers opportunities for fishing and water activities such as swimming, kayaking, and canoeing. Additionally, there are plans to renovate the area to include amenities like a children's play zone and improved road access.

Why you should go

Enjoy free camping in a spacious area with clean toilets

Take a leisurely walk around the dam and enjoy picnics at designated areas

Experience swimming in crystal-clear waters or paddling canoes

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Great free camping spot. Very spacious. Toilets. Lovely walk around the dam. Only 3 spots with cement pad available so first in first serve. 6 other tent spots available.

Disused Old Dam, given new lease of life— Swimming allowed, Picnic tables, free gas BBQs, free parking all newly installed and walking trail around the small old dam. Worth a visit

What a fabulous free camp, clean toilets great park for the kids and beautiful little Dam. BBQs and picnic tables. Highly recommend a visit.

Great free camping spot. Very spacious. Toilets. Lovely walk around the dam. Only 3 spots with cement pad available so first in first serve. 6 other tent spots available.

Disused Old Dam, given new lease of life— Swimming allowed, Picnic tables, free gas BBQs, free parking all newly installed and walking trail around the small old dam. Worth a visit

What a fabulous free camp, clean toilets great park for the kids and beautiful little Dam. BBQs and picnic tables. Highly recommend a visit.

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Address

458 Dumaresq Dam Rd, Armidale NSW 2350, Australia

Website

https://www.nsw.gov.au/visiting-and-exploring-nsw/locations-and-attractions/dumaresq-dam-reserve

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458 Dumaresq Dam Rd, Armidale NSW 2350, Australia

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People typically spend 1.5 hr here

https://www.nsw.gov.au/visiting-and-exploring-nsw/locations-and-attractions/dumaresq-dam-reserve

Know before you go

Arrive early to secure one of the limited cement pad camping spots
Respect nature by properly disposing of trash or taking it home
Check for fallen trees on walking trails after snowfall before embarking on hikes
Visit during Spring for quiet days and glorious weather

Reviews

Dumaresq Dam is a hidden gem near Armidale, offering free camping spots with clean amenities and beautiful surroundings. Visitors praise the spacious area, lovely walk around the dam, playground for kids, wheelchair-accessible beach area, swimming opportunities, and picnic facilities. Despite some littering issues from irresponsible visitors, the council maintains the park well. The transformation of this disused old dam into a recreational area with new amenities like picnic tables and gas BBQs has made it a must-visit destination.

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5/5Lynette D

Nov 25, 2024 from

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Great free camping spot. Very spacious. Toilets. Lovely walk around the dam. Only 3 spots with cement pad available so first in first serve. 6 other tent spots available.

5/5Mozinoz_ D

Jan 27, 2025 from

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Disused Old Dam, given new lease of life— Swimming allowed, Picnic tables, free gas BBQs, free parking all newly installed and walking trail around the small old dam. Worth a visit

5/5Nicolle S

Jul 21, 2025 from

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What a fabulous free camp, clean toilets great park for the kids and beautiful little Dam. BBQs and picnic tables. Highly recommend a visit.

4/5Martin W

Sep 16, 2025 from

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While not large, the dam has a decent circuit track. It all starts at the car park adjacent to a modern playground, picnic tables and park like surrounds. Very quiet when we visited, on a glorious Spring day.

5/5Chris Y

Oct 6, 2024 from

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Major transformation to this park. Great parking and clean amenities block. BBQ's and plenty of seating with great places to lay out your picnic blanket. Great little kids playground and wheelchair accessible mini beach area. Great for a swim and bring ya canoes for a paddle. Only down side was seeing how people left shit everywhere from birthday parties and other celebrations, the entitled few I guess. Take ya shit home people or even try using the bins, it's not hard!!! The council do a great job at keeping the place tidy mind.

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