Updated 27 October 2026, 10:41 PM AEDT

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Dows camp

Near Coonabarabran

Check conditions Checked 27 October 2026, 10:41 PM AEDT

Fire Ratings

Upper Central West Plains: Moderate today, High tomorrow. Total fire ban: No.

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No status in this layer. The NPWS Visitor Area record does not include open or closed status, fees or facilities.

NPWS alerts: Safety alerts: PARK FIRE BAN; Other planned events: Notice of ongoing 1080 program; Closed areas: Tara Cave Walking Track - Restricted Access.

Visitor area style: Bush Camping Area C1

Visitor area type: Remote Walk-in

Asset id: N0035X-V0591-CG004

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Location: -31.33042, 148.983139 · Open in maps · BOM forecast · Source: NPWS Visitor Area layer (camping areas). NPWS alerts

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