KANGAROO VALLEY WATER ACTIVITIES FIELD GUIDE
Under the Stars: An Overnight Paddle Through Kangaroo Valley’s Sandstone Gorge
A two-day, family-friendly paddle from Tallowa Dam up the Shoalhaven River to camp at Fossickers Flat — this guide explains the route, what to pack, and who the trip suits.
Under the Stars: An Overnight Paddle Through Kangaroo Valley’s Sandstone Gorge.
Depart mid-morning from Tallowa Dam and paddle upstream on the Shoalhaven River into a towering sandstone gorge, then camp riverside at Fossickers Flat for a single night beneath brilliantly dark Southern skies. The OVERNIGHT: SANDSTONE GORGE EXPERIENCE is a compact two‑day, one‑night expedition: expect a 3–4 hour paddle on the first day, a night of camping, then a mid‑morning strike of camp to return to Tallowa Dam for pickup just after lunch the following day.
Highlights
Outing Highlights
Family‑friendly, ages 6+
Designed for family groups and couples — the trip accepts participants aged 6 and up and is promoted as great for couples and families.
Riverside camping beneath brilliant stars
Camp options at Fossickers Flat let you sit out the night under Kangaroo Valley’s clear skies and watch the brilliant stars after a day on the water.
Quality paddling gear supplied
Participants are provided with well‑maintained, high‑quality kayaks or canoes, paddles and lifejackets for the expedition.
What the day feels like
What the trip feels like
Mid‑morning departure from Tallowa Dam sets a relaxed tempo: you paddle for three to four hours up the Shoalhaven, winding through the sandstone gorge before choosing a campsite at Fossickers Flat. After an evening spent beside the river and under the stars, the group breaks camp mid‑morning the next day and returns downstream to Tallowa Dam in time for pickup just after lunch.
Suitability
Who it's for
Who this trip suits — and who should think twice.
Practical planner
Details to review before reserving
Water, hat, wetshoes or change of footwear, sunglasses, food/drinks/snacks, cup/plate/knife/fork, fishing gear, phone/camera, overnight gear (tent and sleeping bag), a gas or fuel stove and fuel, a torch and batteries, and a basic First Aid Kit.
Well‑maintained, high‑quality kayaks or canoes, paddles and lifejackets are supplied to participants.
Bring your own overnight camping gear (tent, sleeping bag), cooking stove and fuel, utensils and personal supplies for an overnight riverside camp.
Review cancellation policies before reserving.
Frequently asked questions
Planning Your Outing
How long is the trip?
The experience runs for 2 days and 1 night.
Where and when does the trip depart?
Groups leave from Tallowa Dam around mid‑morning.
How much paddling is involved?
On the first day participants typically paddle for three to four hours upriver through the sandstone gorge.
Are toilets available at the campsite?
Some camping spots around Fossickers Flat have National Parks toilets.
Is gear supplied?
Participants are provided with well‑maintained, high‑quality kayaks or canoes, paddles and lifejackets; personal camping and cooking gear must be brought.
Can I extend the trip beyond one night?
Yes — extra nights can be added to the expedition.