Camping in Howard Springs, NT, AU: 12 Best Campgrounds 2024

Australia
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Northern Territory
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Howard Springs

98% (1002 reviews)

Popular camping styles for Howard Springs

Under $50

Top camping destinations

Kakadu National Park

82 campgrounds

Nitmiluk National Park

68 campgrounds

Berry Springs Nature Park

79 campgrounds

Batchelor

62 campgrounds

Litchfield National Park

81 campgrounds

Jabiru

1 campground

12 top campgrounds near Howard Springs

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The Urban Retreat

10 sites · Lodging, RVs, Tents5 acres · Darwin, NT

Darwin is the gateway to the amazing Kakadu National Park. There are many popular waterfront areas with several beaches and green areas like Bicentennial Park. While sightseeing, make sure you visit the Museum and Art Gallery of the Northern Territory, displaying Southeast Asian and Pacific art. For outdoor enthusiasts, there are some good fishing and mountain biking spots. We are located on a 5-acre block on the edge of town. The top 2 acres are laid out in a tropical garden setting, with the other 3 acres set out with native Darwin plants visited by lots of native animals and birds. You'll feel like you're a whole world away yet you will only be 2 minutes from the supermarket, 5 minutes from a large shopping centre, and 15 minutes from Darwin's CBD. We are a small boutique site and only have currently 3 sites on the 5 acres. Your site is private and you will be able to enjoy your stay without interference from others. IMPORTANT: Each site can accommodate 2 adults MAX. If you have 3 or 4 adults, you will need to book both sites. Please note Pool site is open all year round and has permanent cover. Other sites are dependant on weather and access.

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Strangy's Place

6 sites · RVs, Tents5 acres · Virginia, NT

The weather is warm and the site behind our pool is a nice space to be! It is lovely to be in a space where you are the only camper! The tropical gardens provide privacy and abundant bird life. The property is safe and secluded in the rural suburb of Virginia. We are situated in the Darwin Rural area on 5 acres of bush land with tropical gardens and a saltwater swimming pool. There is a variety of bird life, lizards, frogs, and possums. You can feed our friendly butcher birds and King Fishers on the fly from our verandah or pool area. Sit with the fish pond and chat with the turtle who is very shy! We have dogs that live at the property so pets on application only. (we do have a dog cage available if required and can pet sit for a day if required ) If you are travelling with a horse, we have a stable, water trough and can activate an electric fence for a horse yard. (price on application) We have caravan sites for fully self-contained caravans and we now have a shower and toilet available. If you are travelling in a group, we can accommodate you in a large open area if your group would like to stay together. Each caravan site has its own fireplace for your use. Only 5 minutes from Palmerston, 25minutes from Darwin CBD. If you are looking for a local fishing tour we can hook you up with the locals as our neighbour runs Outback Fishing Tours. We have many fishing and crabbing locations close by on the Elizabeth River, Middle Arm or around Darwin Harbour. Need a driver for a night out in town, we can arrange that too! Local Fred's Pass Food and Craft Markets are open Saturday and Wednesday night.

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Berry Springs Park and Stay

18 sites · Lodging, RVs, Tents25 acres · Berry Springs, NT

Nestled at the start of Coxpeninsula, this secluded camping spot is embraced by towering trees and wildlife, making it an ideal retreat for those yearning to immerse themselves in the unique beauty of the Northern Territory. Conveniently situated, our site provides easy access to nearby adventures (Territory Wildlife Park 9km), attractions (BerrySprings Nature Park 8km), and sites (Litchfield National Park 60Km). Positioned just 6km from two local taverns (Noonamah Steak House & BerrySprings Tavern), you can indulge in great dining experiences. Hidden on a private corner of a Berry Springs property, enjoy the convenience of a water tap at each site, and a communal picnic area equipped with tables and chairs. Plenty room for large rigs (sites 10x14m) and a large vehicle turnaround area. Benefit from a private electric gate entrance. Come, park, and stay – make our home your home. Other attractions nearby: Barramundi Adventures 12Km Batchelor Butterfly Farm 54Km Tumbling Waters 15Km Darwin River Tavern 18Km Woolworths 18Km I.G.A 6Km Puma, Ampol Fuel 6Km Hardwear Store 6Km

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Pine Wat Van Stays

1 site · RV, Tent5 acres · Mcminns Lagoon, NT

5 Acres of peaceful rural living, with Pool, water and power. You can enjoy the property or explore around the Lagoon. Close to the National Parks and only 30 mins to Darwin city. Ten minutes to Palmerston hospital and 10 mins to Gateway Shopping Centre. Wonderful and peaceful part of our world. You have ample room to park up and enjoy the undercover area with washing machine and dryer and has a bathroom with shower sink and toilet. Outside has a big wooden table and chairs for relaxing under the big ass fan. Take your towels and some drinks over to the newly finished pool area, which is fenced and covered with a big sail, to keep out a bit of sun so it's great for kids and adults to enjoy all year round

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Buffs Shady Mango Camp

1 site · RV, Tent25 acres · Humpty Doo, NT

This property is 25 acres, with a peaceful area amongst the mango trees for campers. Dry season sunsets are just so beautiful. The property is located not far off the Arnhem Highway and the Humpty Doo shops. 20mins drive to the jumping crocs Adelaide River 1 hr drive to Litchfield 30mins drive to Darwin city We are Dog friendly and ask campers to have dogs under control at all times due to live stock and native wild life. Resident Dog groomer on site, who may have appointments available for grooming or pet sitting.

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Jean & John's Bynoe Stopover

130 sites · RVs, Tents40 acres · Bynoe, NT

The property is 40 acres of carefully maintained virgin rainforest. Our flora and fauna are exactly the same as nearby Litchfield National Park, unfortunately without any waterfalls. We have cleared about 10 acres of undergrowth leaving the trees for shade. Animals and other wildlife are abundant with the lilly pond on our front lawn being the only permanent water other than the Finniss River that they have in the area. We have hundreds of wallabies, goannas, frill necked lizards and plenty of bird life. Our pet Red Tailed Black Cockatoo "Butt" attracts the local wild ones, because she is happy they trust us so you can get closer to them than usual for photos. We have toilets and showers set up for our annual fishing competition which we hold for charity each Queens Birthday weekend. There is also a large wood fired BBQ in the same central area. The fish filleting table and boat cleaning area is also nearby. The local kites and other raptors including sea eagles and if you are lucky may see a wedgetailed eagle come in for fish scraps. Croc and dingo area - be aware!

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Herbert Hideaway

10 sites · RVs, Tents5 acres · Herbert, NT

We are a young family of 2 adults, 2 kids (10 & 8) and 1 friendly dog who welcome you to enjoy our 5 acre slice of paradise, surrounded by native bush and tropical gardens you will find Herbert hideaway, within is a 1 acre fenced property for your use, with power, water, communal kitchen, communal bathroom and a partially enclosed patio for your use with ample space for the biggest of vans. A short walk to the main house reveals the kids play equipment, tree house and the pool for those balmy lazy days or just a dip after a big day sight seeing. Situated within walking distance of faiths lagoon and blackjungle nature reserve, Herbert hideaway is a gateway for the avid bushwalker or bird watcher, go for s stroll & enjoy the endless trails in the adjacent wilderness. Located just 13min to Humpty Doo, 12min to Coolalinga shopping centre, 35min to Darwin CBD, 75min to kakadu NP entrance, 64min to litchfield NP and 50min to corroboree billabong. Undercover parking for boats, bikes etc can be arranged with prior notice. An air conditioned bedroom is available for campers use if your van is being serviced or repaired at no extra cost ( No linen included) We are a non commercial camp ground. Not all sites will be occupied at any one time regardless of booked status, this is to ensure guests enjoy the peace and quiet herbert hideaway offers, please reach out for further clarification. For exclusive use of herbert hideaway please contact me for pricing.

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Herbert Homestead

3 sites · RVs, Tents10 acres · Herbert, NT

Territory lifestyle living… 10 acres, green lawn and space to spread out. So many easy day trips from this base. Kakadu National Park, Litchfield National Park, Fogg Dam Conservation Park, Corroboree Billabong, Waterparks, Tiwi Island, Lee Point, Buffalo Creek. Explore Darwin city and its culture and restaurants. Free laundry, clean bathroom,

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Thistledo Outback

40 sites · RVs, Tents20 acres · Darwin River, NT

Come and stay at our easy, relaxed campground tailored to suit your needs. We are on 20 acres of beautiful natural bushland with billabongs and a river out the back, filled with barramundi for fishing. Plus there's an abundance of unique wildlife around. The starry skies from your camp chair at night at magnificent, as are the sunrises and sunsets. Pitch your tent or park your camper anywhere you like on the property, and enjoy access to all amenities. We have easy access for larger vans, good phone reception, and access to water, power and toilet. Just 6km from the famous Berry Springs, and with a pub even closer, makes Thistledo Outback a great option as a base camp to explore the area. There is plenty of things to do around here, and we can provide plenty of local knowledge for metal detecting and fishing spots. We look forward to welcoming you to Thistledo Outback. Pets welcome too!

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Parson Springs Bush Stay

6 sites · RVs, Tents160 acres · Berry Springs, NT

Nestled in the scenic Berry Springs, NT - the Gateway to Litchfield! )ur campsite offers the perfect blend of tranquility and adventure. Located close to popular attractions such as Berry Springs Nature Park, Territory Wildlife Park, and the famous Berry Springs Pub, Litchfield Pub, our site is an ideal base for exploring the natural wonders and local highlights of the region. We're also situated at the gateway to Litchfield National Park, Crab Claw Island, and Dundee Beach. Fishing enthusiasts will appreciate our proximity to land-based fishing spots and two boat ramps, all within a 10-minute drive. Additionally, we are neighbours with Barramundi Adventures Darwin, the famous land-based fishing spot in Darwin (plus they have a bar within stumbling distance). Our campsite features ample privacy with spacious sites surrounded by natural bush, perfect for star gazing and bush walking. Each site is equipped with a sprinkler system to keep the dust at bay and a water tank for cleaning, drinking, and showering. Rest assured, your campsite is secure behind a coded pad-locked gate in a very safe region, allowing you to explore the surrounding tourist attractions worry-free, if you need to leave your belongings/van/trailer while you go on your adventure. Come and experience the beauty and serenity of Berry Springs Bush Retreat – your perfect getaway in the Northern Territory. We have three camping sites, one for tents and two for caravans/motorhomes/campertrailers. Campsites 1 and 2 are both are tucked into the bush and very private. Campsite 3 is the last on the road so is still private, but has a shallow bush round-about/pull through to camp in. Perfect for quick stop or terrible reversers :-) We are pet friendly too, but there is plenty of livestock nearby, so keeping your pet with you at all times is recommended. Within 10 Minutes from: - Barramundi Adventures Darwin (3 min) - Berry Springs Nature Park - Berry Springs Tavern - Litchfield Pub - Tumbling Waters - Southport Boat Ramp - Middle Arm Boat Ramp - Territory Wildlife Park About 1 hr from: - Darwin CBD (1 hr) - Litchfield National Park Waterfalls (1hr 15m) - Giant Termite Mounds Attraction - Batchelor / Butterfly Farm - Manton Dam (40 min) (skiing / wakeboarding / swimming / Barra fishing) - Lake Bennet (45 min) - Dundee Beach (1hr 15min) - Water playground/ pub/ beach/ fishing charters - Sand Palms - Pub - Crab Claw Island - Pub / Beach - Corroborree Billabong (1 hr 20m) - Sunset Crocodile & Birdwatching Cruises / Fishing - Corroborree Park Tavern (1 hr) - Buffalo to pat / Pub

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Paperbark Farm, near Darwin

10 sites · RVs, Tents22 acres · Acacia Hills, NT

Stay at our secure and peaceful property, 50kms from Darwin city, just off the Stuart Hwy, and ideally located to explore this wonderful region. Pitch your tent or park your camper/caravan on level ground, with plenty of space to spread out. We also offer a self-contained cabin. We have 7 acres of beautiful Paperbark Forest often teeming with butterflies we recommend wondering through. Lots of visiting wildlife too, including wallabies and birdlife aplenty. In the neighbouring paddock is our two resident Water Buffalo, a very friendly mother and daughter pair. You're welcome to feed them carrots over the fence - they'll love you for it! Campers will have access to a shower and compost toilet (located in the self-contained cabin - which will not be occupied while we have campers here). The property is 40 minutes to Darwin city, just off the Stuart Hwy, and ideally located to be your base camp whilst you head out on day trips to the National Parks, popular tourist spot, Berry Springs Nature Park, Florence Falls, Buley Rockhole, Adelaide River, Noonamah tavern, and more. We're a family-friendly place to stay over, including your dog!

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Camp Wallaby

5 sites · RVs, Tents10 acres · Holtze, NT

Our 10 acres is part of a larger family property bought in the early 1960s. There were no neighbours, no roads, no development, no nothing! My parents developed the property, ran livestock and to this day the property remains the same with my 94 year old mother still living on the larger part of the property with us siblings living around.

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Happy farmer sitting in a truck in a grassy field

Camping near Howard Springs guide

Overview

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