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Experience the ultimate South Coast wilderness escape at Coolendel Camp on the Shoalhaven River. Famous for incredible wildlife encounters, from wombats to peacocks, this remote nature reserve offers 2.5km of riverfront camping, kayaking, and swimming. Enjoy a true bush adventure with modern hot showers and family-friendly amenities.
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Discover the ultimate guide to camping in Australia and NZ. From luxury caravan parks with water parks to remote free camping spots for self-contained 4WDs, explore our hand-picked collections designed to help you plan the perfect road trip.
Family-run beachfront campground 35km north of Napier, offering powered and non-powered sites plus cabins for up to 150 guests. Features a golden sand surf beach, native bush walks, and a peaceful, secluded atmosphere in Hawke’s Bay.
The strategic base for Cape Kidnappers and the Gannet Colony. A classic, no-frills Kiwi camp with grassy sites and a stony beach. The massive bonus is the high-quality cafe (Hygge) right next door. Glamping options available. Pet-friendly (with conditions).
Hawke’s Bay’s largest holiday park with 170 camping sites, heated pool complex, adventure playground, and onsite restaurant, all set across 5.7 hectares just five minutes from Napier’s city centre. Villas, motel rooms, and cabins also available.
Lakeside holiday park in Twizel, Mackenzie Country, with 80 sites and full facilities including WiFi, camp kitchen, and dump station. Perfect base for exploring glacier lakes, Aoraki/Mount Cook, and dark sky stargazing. Pet-friendly. Powered sites from $45 per night.
Camp in genuine bushland just 10km from Sydney CBD at Lane Cove National Park. Powered and unpowered sites, cabins, swimming pool, camp kitchen, and a 10-minute walk to the train station. Lorikeets and possums included.
A Qualmark 4 Star Plus holiday park on the shores of Lake Te Anau, gateway to Fiordland National Park. Offers motels, cabins, powered and tent sites with lake and mountain views. Facilities include hot showers, communal kitchens, spa pool, playground,…
Million-acre Gulf Country wilderness station with thermal springs, 4WD tracks, fishing and ocean frontage. Currently closed to independent visitors, accessible only via registered tour groups. Contact the station for latest access details and tour operator bookings.
The strategic “Base Camp” for Queenstown. Located 400m from the town centre and Skyline Gondola. The massive win here is walking to everything (saving a fortune on parking). Features modern amenities, powered sites, and laundry. High density, but unbeatable convenience.
The “Resort” of holiday parks, located on NZ’s most loved beach. Features a pool complex with hydroslides and a hot soak pool. Unique location offers both surf beach and calm harbour access. Warning: High density in summer. Pets allowed off-peak…
The only base camp for the Kings Canyon Rim Walk. Features a resort swimming pool (essential after the hike), petrol station, and pub/bistro. Sites offer stunning views but require heavy-duty rock pegs due to hard ground. Dingoes are active—secure your…
The only true lakefront holiday park in Wanaka. North-facing for all-day sun and iconic Mt Aspiring views. Features a boat ramp and is just minutes from the Roys Peak trailhead. Warning: Showers are paid. Dogs allowed off-peak only (Feb–Dec).
The ultimate dog-friendly bush camp near Canberra. Famous for “The Galley,” a massive communal stone shelter with fireplaces that acts as a wet-weather backup. Unpowered, drop toilets, and 2WD accessible (gravel). Bring your own water and firewood. Perfect for groups.
A Qualmark 4 Star Plus holiday park on the shores of Lake Te Anau, gateway to Fiordland National Park. Offers motels, cabins, powered and tent sites with lake and mountain views. Facilities include hot showers, communal kitchens, spa pool, playground,…
A remote DOC campsite in the Mavora Lakes Conservation Park, part of a World Heritage Area in Southland. Offers 60 non-powered sites beside two stunning alpine lakes with BBQs, fire spots, and boat ramp. Popular for fishing, tramping, 4WD, and…
Queenstown’s secret alpine campsite, just 10km from town but worlds away from the crowds. Mirror-flat lake reflections, tussock mountains, 50 DOC sites at $15 per night. Bring layers, a good sleeping bag, and a camera.
Lakeside holiday park in Twizel, Mackenzie Country, with 80 sites and full facilities including WiFi, camp kitchen, and dump station. Perfect base for exploring glacier lakes, Aoraki/Mount Cook, and dark sky stargazing. Pet-friendly. Powered sites from $45 per night.
The strategic, budget-friendly base for Milford Sound (25km from Te Anau). Features stunning lakefront views and gravel sites suitable for vans. Warning: Sandflies are intense—bring strong repellent. No bookings (first-come, first-served). No showers or power. No pets.
The only true lakefront holiday park in Wanaka. North-facing for all-day sun and iconic Mt Aspiring views. Features a boat ramp and is just minutes from the Roys Peak trailhead. Warning: Showers are paid. Dogs allowed off-peak only (Feb–Dec).
Remote 4WD campground at the base of Mount Sonder in West MacDonnell National Park. Two bush campsites with fire pits and BBQs, near an ice-cold gorge waterhole. Launch point for the Larapinta Trail summit walk. Book online, $10/adult, BYO water.
Queenstown’s secret alpine campsite, just 10km from town but worlds away from the crowds. Mirror-flat lake reflections, tussock mountains, 50 DOC sites at $15 per night. Bring layers, a good sleeping bag, and a camera.
The strategic, budget-friendly base for Milford Sound (25km from Te Anau). Features stunning lakefront views and gravel sites suitable for vans. Warning: Sandflies are intense—bring strong repellent. No bookings (first-come, first-served). No showers or power. No pets.
Sleep among ancient balancing boulders at Karlu Karlu, one of Australia’s most surreal outback campgrounds. Sacred Warumungu country, $6.60 per night, campfires allowed, and some of the clearest night skies on the continent.
The premier swimming hole in the West MacDonnell Ranges. Famous for its deep, freezing water, perfect for cooling off in summer. 2WD accessible (sealed road). Features gas BBQs and drop toilets. No water and no showers. Ground is rock-hard; bring…
The ultimate dog-friendly bush camp near Canberra. Famous for “The Galley,” a massive communal stone shelter with fireplaces that acts as a wet-weather backup. Unpowered, drop toilets, and 2WD accessible (gravel). Bring your own water and firewood. Perfect for groups.
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Before you hit the road, here are answers to the most common questions about camping in Australia:
- Do I need a booking for National Parks? Yes, most state National Parks (NSW, VIC, QLD, etc.) require booking and payment online, often well in advance, especially during peak seasons (holidays and summer). Always check the relevant state park website before arrival.
- What does “Free Camping” actually mean? Free camping refers to designated areas (usually on council land, forestry tracks, or rest stops) where you can legally camp without a nightly fee. Amenities are often minimal or non-existent, so you must be fully self-contained (water, power, toilet). Never camp illegally.
- Can I have a campfire? Only use fire pits provided by the campsite. Always check the Rural Fire Service (RFS) website for the relevant state for total fire bans or restrictions, even if a fire pit is available. Never assume a fire is permitted.
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