Lake Yarrunga campgrounds: Kangaroo River

When you really want to escape and recharge, try peaceful riverside camping at Lake Yarrunga. Starting from Tallowa Dam, launch your canoe or kayak and paddle north-east (upstream on the Kangaroo River towards Kangaroo Valley) through tranquil valleys and patches of forest.

It's an ideal flat water kayaking adventure for beginner paddlers and families because there are no powered boats or rapids. This area was once a wild' river and was dammed to provide water for Sydney and Nowra.

Spend your days on the water meandering through the creeks, tributaries and gorges. Azure kingfishers can be seen close to water's edge all year round and you might spot water dragons diving off into the water when they have company. Wake up to birdsong and catch the sunrise before paddling back to civilisation.