The best star host campgrounds in New South Wales

Head north and south of Sydney and you’ll find more beaches than you can count, as well as lakes and winding rivers, thundering waterfalls, and lush rainforests. Beyond the sandstone curtain of the Great Dividing Range, with its gorges in the north and snow-covered alps in the south, stretch the western slopes and plains, full of country towns and hidden surprises. Head to the far west and you’ll find yourself on the edge of the Outback. With more national parks than any other state (and more diversity of landscapes, too) New South Wales delivers the goods when it comes to unforgettable getaways.

99% (63.1K) • 2,088 campsites

Top-rated campgrounds near New South Wales

Footprints in Style

1. Footprints in Style

97%

(616)

37 sites · Tents, RVs, Lodging · Eungai Rail, NSW

Relax under the big shady fig tree, pitch your tent by the creek and swim in the massive spring-fed lake which covers five acres and never runs dry. This 300-acre bamboo property gives you total tranquillity in nature. There are boats and boards to use, and an island kingdom for kids to play. Kiss and release fishing (Perch) in the awesome lake, which is also great for swimming, and building bamboo rafts. Adventures awaits! Basic, off-grid camp kitchen, big weatherproof wedding venue space to hire, posh dunnies (composting toilets), and a hot water shower shack with a magic view of the lake! There is plenty of shade and we're dog-friendly. Well-behaved dogs are welcome off-lead. Endless space, and plenty of privacy, campers can choose a spot when they get here. A bundle of firewood is provided on arrival, and you're welcome to bring more with you if you need. Price is per person per night, kids under 16 half price. Under 5 stay free so don't include them in booking numbers. Join us for cocktail hour at the brand-new Tiki bar! BYO drinks! We also have a brand-new sauna that campers are welcome to enjoy! All this, close to stunning beaches and cute cafes. Leave only footprints 👣 make awesome memories. NOTE: We currently only advertise availability three months in advance. If you are interested in dates outside this booking window, please still send us an enquiry and we may be able to assist you.

Pets

Toilets

Showers

from

AU$36

/ night

Tomakin River Camping

2. Tomakin River Camping

99%

(901)

20 sites · Tents, RVs · Jeremadra, NSW

Welcome to our beautiful 40 acre property with 800 mtrs of river frontage, just a stones throw from the historical village of Mogo and some of the best beaches on the South Coast. There is a lovely deep swimming hole with sandy area that all can enjoy. Shallow sandy areas are along the river, great for younger kids. Bring your kayaks, fishing gear, small tinny or SUP! We have eight beautiful, peaceful, spacious, riverfront, campsites ready for our guests. Just a short drive to the best south coast beaches of Broulee and Tomakin. Located halfway between Batemans Bay and Moruya, and 5km from Mogo. Great for shopping, eateries and Mogo Zoo. You can even frequently hear animals from our campsites! Campers need to bring everything and remove everything, leaving no trace. Bring your own supply of water. Firewood can be purchased by the wheelbarrow load, please add to your booking if required. Otherwise, BYO firewood. We have nine portaloo's available for use, they are situated throughout the property. Dogs are welcome if controlled at all times and do not bark or chase livestock. We have two Border Collies, so we are dog friendly for friendly well-behaved dogs. Please note, if we do not have availability, please get in contact with us anyway as we may be able to accommodate you by opening another site.

Pets

Toilets

Campfires

from

AU$31

/ night

Canoelands Orchard Camping

3. Canoelands Orchard Camping

97%

(349)

20 sites · Tents, RVs · Canoelands, NSW

Canoelands Orchard Camping and Fruit Picking, is located just 1 hour from Sydney's CBD. The property is 81 acres in total with a small shop and cafe onsite. We offer pick your own fruit so are open to the public daily (closed on occasion). Trading hours can be viewed at www.bookingscanoeladns.com. We are surrounded by the stunning valley views of Marra Marra National Park. Guests can enjoy hiking, wandering the orchard picking fresh produce, taking a tractor ride, feeding the animals and relaxing. Please note we are a working farm so sometimes tractors and vehicles can be heard working from 7am. There will be foot traffic and possibly tractor rides operating near some of the sites although we will do our best to respect your privacy while you are here. We also have a quarry surrounding most of the property, so they sometimes operate machinery early. This is not generally too disruptive though. We are just 15 minutes' drive from the beautiful historical Wiseman's Ferry and the Hawkesbury River. There are multiple hiking tracks located close by. We have several sites to offer around the property. We have a beautiful huge dam just 350m down the gully. It’s super peaceful although a steep walk down the driveway to access, it's definitely worth it, so pack your walking shoes and some swimmers.

Pets

Toilets

Campfires

from

AU$49

/ night

Willow's Leap

4. Willow's Leap

1 site · Lodging · Fernances Crossing, NSW

Nestled in the beautiful Wollombi Valley at the south end of the NSW Hunter Valley, Willow’s Leap is an equestrian training facility offering lessons, horse education and accommodation. We specialise in tailoring weekends away for you and your horse, with accommodation and yards on site and at the neighbouring Willow's Retreat. Speak to us about your individual needs!

Toilets

Showers

Wifi

from

AU$363

/ night

Bundilla River Camp

5. Bundilla River Camp

99%

(1227)

15 sites · Tents, RVs · Ballengarra, NSW

Come camp along the beautiful Wilson River on a working cattle property. Shady, grassy campsites by a flowing river, just 25 minutes drive from Port Macquarie. Check in time is strictly prior to 7pm. The camp area includes toilets, a basic camp shed, where campers can make use of the picnic table, stainless steel food preparation bench and camp fire pit. There are only 2 sites available with power which is included in the site price. Check out our discount for single travelers and extras like eggs and firewood. Fresh honey also available sometimes during the year. Toilet block newly built. Early check in and late checkout available on request. Laundry services available on request. If you have 3 or more children please call me for a discount. Also we have a huge discount for single travels. Kids will love the farm tour (4.45pm to 5.30pm daily) for the feeding of chickens, horse, sheep and goats. It's an excellent area for mountain bike riding as well! Kayaks available for free. Don't have a caravan, we have partnered up with Wrighty's Caravan Hire and Repairs. linktr.ee/wrightyscaravans. They offer family caravans delivered, setup ready for you to enjoy. Pets allowed but you must have on lead when walking around the property near cattle. Note a maximum of 2 dogs per camp site. Rules: 1. For the piece and quiet of other campers all check-ins must be before 4.30pm during the colder months. Check ins after 7pm may be turned away in busy times. 2. No Fireworks - this is very unsettling for our livestock 3. 9pm quiet time. 4. No drones in the camping area, for the privacy of other campers 5. Generators are allowed for short period of time but not permitted after 8pm. 6. Dogs on leads when walking around the farm - Limit of 2 dogs per camp site. Rick and I thank you for your support in these matters.

Pets

Electrical hookup

Toilets

from

AU$31

/ night

Head north and south of Sydney and you’ll find more beaches than you can count, as well as lakes and winding rivers, thundering waterfalls, and lush rainforests. Beyond the sandstone curtain of the Great Dividing Range, with its gorges in the north and snow-covered alps in the south, stretch the western slopes and plains, full of country towns and hidden surprises. Head to the far west and you’ll find yourself on the edge of the Outback. With more national parks than any other state (and more diversity of landscapes, too) New South Wales delivers the goods when it comes to unforgettable getaways.

99% (63.1K) • 2,088 campsites

Top-rated campgrounds near New South Wales

Footprints in Style

1. Footprints in Style

97%

(616)

37 sites · Tents, RVs, Lodging · Eungai Rail, NSW

Relax under the big shady fig tree, pitch your tent by the creek and swim in the massive spring-fed lake which covers five acres and never runs dry. This 300-acre bamboo property gives you total tranquillity in nature. There are boats and boards to use, and an island kingdom for kids to play. Kiss and release fishing (Perch) in the awesome lake, which is also great for swimming, and building bamboo rafts. Adventures awaits! Basic, off-grid camp kitchen, big weatherproof wedding venue space to hire, posh dunnies (composting toilets), and a hot water shower shack with a magic view of the lake! There is plenty of shade and we're dog-friendly. Well-behaved dogs are welcome off-lead. Endless space, and plenty of privacy, campers can choose a spot when they get here. A bundle of firewood is provided on arrival, and you're welcome to bring more with you if you need. Price is per person per night, kids under 16 half price. Under 5 stay free so don't include them in booking numbers. Join us for cocktail hour at the brand-new Tiki bar! BYO drinks! We also have a brand-new sauna that campers are welcome to enjoy! All this, close to stunning beaches and cute cafes. Leave only footprints 👣 make awesome memories. NOTE: We currently only advertise availability three months in advance. If you are interested in dates outside this booking window, please still send us an enquiry and we may be able to assist you.

Pets

Toilets

Showers

from

AU$36

/ night

Tomakin River Camping

2. Tomakin River Camping

99%

(901)

20 sites · Tents, RVs · Jeremadra, NSW

Welcome to our beautiful 40 acre property with 800 mtrs of river frontage, just a stones throw from the historical village of Mogo and some of the best beaches on the South Coast. There is a lovely deep swimming hole with sandy area that all can enjoy. Shallow sandy areas are along the river, great for younger kids. Bring your kayaks, fishing gear, small tinny or SUP! We have eight beautiful, peaceful, spacious, riverfront, campsites ready for our guests. Just a short drive to the best south coast beaches of Broulee and Tomakin. Located halfway between Batemans Bay and Moruya, and 5km from Mogo. Great for shopping, eateries and Mogo Zoo. You can even frequently hear animals from our campsites! Campers need to bring everything and remove everything, leaving no trace. Bring your own supply of water. Firewood can be purchased by the wheelbarrow load, please add to your booking if required. Otherwise, BYO firewood. We have nine portaloo's available for use, they are situated throughout the property. Dogs are welcome if controlled at all times and do not bark or chase livestock. We have two Border Collies, so we are dog friendly for friendly well-behaved dogs. Please note, if we do not have availability, please get in contact with us anyway as we may be able to accommodate you by opening another site.

Pets

Toilets

Campfires

from

AU$31

/ night

Canoelands Orchard Camping

3. Canoelands Orchard Camping

97%

(349)

20 sites · Tents, RVs · Canoelands, NSW

Canoelands Orchard Camping and Fruit Picking, is located just 1 hour from Sydney's CBD. The property is 81 acres in total with a small shop and cafe onsite. We offer pick your own fruit so are open to the public daily (closed on occasion). Trading hours can be viewed at www.bookingscanoeladns.com. We are surrounded by the stunning valley views of Marra Marra National Park. Guests can enjoy hiking, wandering the orchard picking fresh produce, taking a tractor ride, feeding the animals and relaxing. Please note we are a working farm so sometimes tractors and vehicles can be heard working from 7am. There will be foot traffic and possibly tractor rides operating near some of the sites although we will do our best to respect your privacy while you are here. We also have a quarry surrounding most of the property, so they sometimes operate machinery early. This is not generally too disruptive though. We are just 15 minutes' drive from the beautiful historical Wiseman's Ferry and the Hawkesbury River. There are multiple hiking tracks located close by. We have several sites to offer around the property. We have a beautiful huge dam just 350m down the gully. It’s super peaceful although a steep walk down the driveway to access, it's definitely worth it, so pack your walking shoes and some swimmers.

Pets

Toilets

Campfires

from

AU$49

/ night

Willow's Leap

4. Willow's Leap

1 site · Lodging · Fernances Crossing, NSW

Nestled in the beautiful Wollombi Valley at the south end of the NSW Hunter Valley, Willow’s Leap is an equestrian training facility offering lessons, horse education and accommodation. We specialise in tailoring weekends away for you and your horse, with accommodation and yards on site and at the neighbouring Willow's Retreat. Speak to us about your individual needs!

Toilets

Showers

Wifi

from

AU$363

/ night

Bundilla River Camp

5. Bundilla River Camp

99%

(1227)

15 sites · Tents, RVs · Ballengarra, NSW

Come camp along the beautiful Wilson River on a working cattle property. Shady, grassy campsites by a flowing river, just 25 minutes drive from Port Macquarie. Check in time is strictly prior to 7pm. The camp area includes toilets, a basic camp shed, where campers can make use of the picnic table, stainless steel food preparation bench and camp fire pit. There are only 2 sites available with power which is included in the site price. Check out our discount for single travelers and extras like eggs and firewood. Fresh honey also available sometimes during the year. Toilet block newly built. Early check in and late checkout available on request. Laundry services available on request. If you have 3 or more children please call me for a discount. Also we have a huge discount for single travels. Kids will love the farm tour (4.45pm to 5.30pm daily) for the feeding of chickens, horse, sheep and goats. It's an excellent area for mountain bike riding as well! Kayaks available for free. Don't have a caravan, we have partnered up with Wrighty's Caravan Hire and Repairs. linktr.ee/wrightyscaravans. They offer family caravans delivered, setup ready for you to enjoy. Pets allowed but you must have on lead when walking around the property near cattle. Note a maximum of 2 dogs per camp site. Rules: 1. For the piece and quiet of other campers all check-ins must be before 4.30pm during the colder months. Check ins after 7pm may be turned away in busy times. 2. No Fireworks - this is very unsettling for our livestock 3. 9pm quiet time. 4. No drones in the camping area, for the privacy of other campers 5. Generators are allowed for short period of time but not permitted after 8pm. 6. Dogs on leads when walking around the farm - Limit of 2 dogs per camp site. Rick and I thank you for your support in these matters.

Pets

Electrical hookup

Toilets

from

AU$31

/ night

Recent reviews from the Hipcamp community

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Lachlan

2 days ago

12 m travel trailer

With kids

1 night at Bundilla River Camp

Great spot. Heaps of room. Clean and tidy sites and toilets. And the kids loved feeding the farm animals. Will be back for sure.

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Mitch

4 days ago

Tent

Weekend Trip to Bundilla River Camp

Rick and Cheryl were very welcoming and friendly. We had spacious beautiful spot by the river, perfect swimming spot and clean well kept toilets

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Mel

4 days ago

6 m travel trailer

With kids

2 nights at Bundilla River Camp

Great campsite, lovely swimmable river, clean toilets, super friendly hosts and the kids loved feeding the animals

A quick 5 minute walk or 10 minute drive to facilities, amenities, shop and cafe.

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Amr

5 days ago

Tent

With pets

2 nights at Canoelands Orchard Camping

Awesome place, loved camping there. Will definitely camp there again

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Aysha

5 days ago

Tent

With kids

5 nights at Bundilla River Camp

What a beautiful place!!! We absolutely loved our stay and can’t wait to go back! Rick and Cheryl’s place is so warm and welcoming, nothing is a bother! The river is clear and beautiful, the hospitality is amazing, feeding the animals was an absolute highlight for our little city kids! It was a struggle to get the kids out of the place! The sites are so big and the is plenty of shade along the river. Toilets were super clean and well Maintained. I honestly could rave about the place for days. Book a stay is my advice!

Elise

5 days ago

8 m travel trailer

4 nights at Bundilla River Camp

We absolutely loved camping at Bundilla River Camp. Large grassy sites, the river was the perfect cooling down spot with boogie boards and kayaks available. The kids swings and bikes were an added bonus and we really enjoyed the farm tour. We loved that we could order wood which was delivered straight to the site and the baked goods by Nicole were so delicious!

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Matthew

6 days ago

4 m Class B

1 night at Canoelands Orchard Camping

Perfect. In a lovely orchard with an amazing view. Amenities were great

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Isaac

1 week ago

8 m pop-up camper

2 nights at Bundilla River Camp

Me and my partner had a great time camping here. Didn’t have time to do the farm tour, but just setting up metres away from the river was enough. short walk or drive to the river access point, communal kayaks and boogie boards were an amazing touch. River water was a good temperature, a very picturesque creek and some incredible birdlife. Rick and Cheryl were both very friendly and reachable but not overbearing. Thanks for having us!

Vanessa

1 week ago

8 m travel trailer

With pets

4 nights at Bundilla River Camp

Fantastic hipcamp. Sites was large and green. Best drop toilets i have ever seen. River access was super easy. Loved the animal feeding experience. The fresh backed cakes were delicious. Could not recommend this more highly. Would definitely be back if we are up this way again. Thank you

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Amy

1 week ago

7 m travel trailer

With pets

2 nights at Bundilla River Camp

Would definitely recommend to anyone it’s a beautiful spot the hosts Rick and Cheryl are soo lovely and friendly and welcoming they take very good care of the area their daughter comes down every arvo with fresh baked cakes and cookies to buy which are very yummy the kids loved going up to their place to feed the animals and and we had soo much fun swimming there the water is soo nice we spent a lot of time just floating around on our floaties can’t wait to go back there dog friendly very relaxed and only about a 20 min drive into Port Macquarie If you need to get anything

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Brianna

1 week ago

5 m travel trailer

With kids

4 nights at Bundilla River Camp

What an amazing camp site. The sites are large, there are a few powered sites but mostly unpowered. Cheryl and Rick were fantastic hosts. The river is stunning and they provide plenty of kayaks free of charge for you to use. The drop toilets are in impeccable condition. They provide farm tours for the kids to pat and feed animals, and their daughter sells fresh baked treats every afternoon to curb the sweet cravings. The camp site is only 30 minutes from Port Macquarie so very accessible. We will definately be back.

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Lisa

1 week ago

8 m travel trailer

With kids

1 night at Bundilla River Camp

Beautiful grassy ste, great swimming. Yummy home baked goods an added bonus.

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Petra

1 week ago

9 m pop-up camper

With kids

Weekend Trip to Canoelands Orchard Camping

Generally peaceful with a safe place to leave your van and head into Sydney. Surrounded by birds and fruit trees. Showers and toilets were average.

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Sienna

1 week ago

Tent

1 night at Bundilla River Camp

It was such a beautiful and relaxing spot by the river! The farm feeding was a sweet additional experience, as was the opportunity to sample some produce and buy some home made goods. As a first time solo camper Cheryl and Rick I found it a safe and welcoming place, definitely recommend.

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Stuart

1 week ago

6 m Class A

Weekend Trip to Canoelands Orchard Camping

Great location, loved the ability to walk around the orchard and pick fruit.

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Willow

1 week ago

7 m Class B

Weekend Trip to Canoelands Orchard Camping

Lovely setting and welcoming hosts. I would stay here again if I'm in the area.

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Kate

1 week ago

10 m travel trailer

With pets

Weekend Trip to Bundilla River Camp

Awesome camp spot. Big sites, swings, kayaks, fire drums. Clean freshwater creek for swimming. We loved the farm eggs & welcome from Cheryl. We will be back, this is a great hip camp. Thank you for sharing your property & extras you offer.

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Amanda

1 week ago

8 m travel trailer

With kids

Weekend Trip to Bundilla River Camp

This farm was just beautiful! Cheryl and Rick were so friendly, and were happy to just chat 😊 The kids got to feed the farm animals, which they loved. Drop toilets were clean and there was filtered water straight from the river. The campsites were maintained and site numbers easily visible. There are kayaks and body boards avaliable for use on the river. We cant wait to return 😊😊

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Zoloo

1 week ago

Tent

With kids

Weekend Trip to Canoelands Orchard Camping

I loved tent camping at Canoelands. It was very quiet and comfortable, not far from Sydney My kids loved feeling the farm animals Thank you Jaime and Nathan

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Samantha

1 week ago

Tent

With pets

2 nights at Bundilla River Camp

Loved the peace and quiet by the river, good clean amenities. Fresh baked goods that came around in the afternoon were delicious. Rick and Cheryl were lovely, very helpful with making your stay enjoyable.

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The best star host camping in New South Wales guide

Where to go

The Blue Mountains

Lace up your boots for one of Australia's best bushwalking destinations. The ridge of mountains two hours west of Sydney by road or train is a World Heritage-listed wonderland of sandstone canyons, waterfalls, valleys, and clifftop lookouts. The national park offers remote bush campsites, or you can go for a bit more comfort in one of the region’s many caravan and holiday parks.

NSW North Coast

The coastline of northern NSW, from north of Newcastle to the Queensland border, is classic beach holiday territory. Almost every town has at least one caravan park, often with waterfront campsites, and most of the coastline is protected by national parks with fantastic camping spots and facilities. Flanked by the Great Dividing Range and World Heritage rainforests, the North Coast has Hipcampers spoilt for choice.

NSW South Coast

Every bit as wild as the North Coast, the South Coast stretches south of Sydney to the Victorian border with a string of national parks, state forests, campgrounds, and seaside towns with family-friendly holiday parks. Kangaroos and wallabies graze the camping grounds and laze on the beaches, which have some of the whitest sand in the world. Kayak the waterways, bushwalk the forests, and soak in the views from the mountaintops.

Snowy Mountains

Alpine New South Wales, also known as the Snowy Mountains, stretches from the ACT south to the Victorian border along the spine of the Great Dividing Range. Along with hundreds of camping spots, the big attraction of Kosciuszko National Park—the largest national park in NSW—is Australia’s highest peak, Mount Kosciuszko. In winter, the area is a magnet for skiers, and in summer, fishing, bushwalking, and mountain biking reign supreme.

NSW Outback

The far western corner of NSW is a great introduction to the Outback, where endless red dust plains seem to stretch on forever under cloudless blue skies. Take a road trip out here and you'll see plenty of kangaroos and emus, but not many people. National parks such as Mungo, Mutawintji, and Kinchega offer superb camping spots, Aboriginal art sites, and stunning scenery.