Camping in South Australia with climbing

Sun-blushed vineyards and outback plains stretch along the banks of the Murray River.

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6 top campgrounds in South Australia with climbing

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Cooinda Retreats - RV and Camp Stay

20 sites · RVs, Tents2 acres · Victor Harbor, SA
Welcome to Cooinda Retreats 🌿 Escape to Cooinda Retreats, your peaceful, nature-based getaway! Surrounded by tranquil bushland with sweeping ocean and scrub views, enjoy space and privacy far from the crowded parks. Every stay supports our Not-for-Profit mission, helping disadvantaged and marginalised communities. Why Camp With Us? 🌱 Paying it forward: Your visit helps create inclusive programs and foster well-being for those in need. Camping at Cooinda Retreats makes a meaningful difference. Important Details for a Hassle-Free Stay 🌳 What You Can Expect: 🏕 Nature-First Experience: A bushland Hipcamp site offering peace, privacy, and pristine surroundings. 🔥 Fire Policy: Fires allowed in winter only, on designated surfaces. Prohibited during bushfire season. 🚙 Room for Setups: Spacious sites for tents, gazebos, and trailers. One vehicle per site; extras park in the main carpark. Our Sites Choose from powered or non-powered options: 🐾 Site 1: Powered (15 amp), Dog-Friendly, Fully Enclosed – 7mW x 10mD. Secure for pets. 🐾 Site 2a: Premium Powered, Dog-Friendly, Fully Enclosed (15 amp) – 8mW x 9mD. Great for families. ⚡ Site 2b: Premium Powered (10 amp) – 9mW x 13mD. Spacious and versatile. ⚡ Site 3: Premium Powered (10 amp) – 10.5mW x 12mD. Family-friendly. 🌅 Site 4: Non-Powered – 12mW x 9mD. Back slope with scenic views. 🐾 Site 5: Non-Powered, Dog-Friendly, Fully Enclosed – 16mW x 12mD. Perfect for pets. 🌳 Site 6: Non-Powered – 7mW x 11mD. A quiet bushland retreat. 🌿 Site 7: Premium Non-Powered – 11mW x 7.5mD. Suited to smaller setups. 🌄 Site 8: Premium Non-Powered – 10mW x 10.5mD. Open and scenic. 🌊 Site 9: Premium Non-Powered – 10mW x 10.5mD. Lawn, ocean, and scrub views. 🌊 Site 10: Premium Non-Powered – 10mW x 10.5mD. Stunning ocean vistas. Amenities 🚿 Stay Self-Contained: Portable showers and toilets available, or use RV facilities. Greywater can go on the garden. ♻️ Waste Management: Leave no trace – take rubbish with you. 💧 Potable Water: Available at all sites. 🍽 Camp Kitchen & Wi-Fi: Convenient cooking and connectivity. 🚐 Exclusive Dump Point: Effortless on-site access to empty RV toilets.
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AU$32
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Alma's Hem Amphitheatre and Retreat

3 sites · RVs, Tents10 acres · Inman Valley, SA
Located on Ramindjeri Country in the heart of the Fleurieu Peninsula, Alma’s Hem is a serene, private campground set by a winter creek on a working cattle farm. An abundance of bird life, wildlife and big night skies. Pitch your tent, swag or park your caravan or RV. Less than 1km from the the Heysen trail, giving you easy access to hikes. 15 minute drive from Victor Harbor for all your shopping conveniences. 20 mins to the stunning Carrackalinga beaches; Kayaking the Second Valley caves and beautiful drives to waterfalls, conservation parks and tourist attractions. Campsites are located on level grassy area. Flushing toilets, fire pit and firewood available. Perfect for a romantic getaway or for small and larger groups. Please note that our property has work dogs who live nearby and love to visit guests. When you arrive there is a map located on the right hand side of the driveway entrance with the sites marked. You are welcome to find your site get comfortable. We will welcome you at some stage! Please contact us if you'd like to book for more guests than listed and we will do our best to accommodate. Campground has shared facilities and respect of each other and the land is critical. We are a leave no trace site, which means everything you bring in you must take with you, which includes rubbish and broken things. The bins at the entrance are for residents only and as they are only collected fortnightly cannot cater for more than those who live here. Firewood can be brought in by you or we will provide wood for $30/night per site. Wood is not to be foraged from adjoining scrub as it is Heritage listed and to be left for habitat, ecosystem and your admiration only! We look forward to crossing paths! Best, Kylie and the Alma’s Hem Team
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AU$30
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The Old Middleton Winery

5 sites · RVs, Tents20 acres · Middleton, SA
Kickback and relax far enough out of town that no one will bother you and also still be closer enough to duck to the shops for milk. We'd love people to come an enjoy our little farm 6km out the back of Middleton, SA. There are no facilities, power or access to water available but for anyone self contained you'll love it. We can offer you farm fresh EGGS pretty cheap though for breakfast. Check in from time from 1.00pm, but touch base if your'e early, we'll stretch for for you. Super close to some of the best beaches in the state. Middleton for surfing 🏄 Goolwa for fishing 🎣 Port Elliot for swimming 🏊‍♀️ Rates include you getting to hang out with the horse (Nick) who love a stray carrot or 10 and our beautiful sheep including Kevin (the white sheep of the family, you'll get the joke when you meet him) We do allow dogs on leads as long as they are ok with animals. Campfires permitting (depending on local fire restrictions). Scroll down for Map of location.
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AU$28
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Chestnut Grove

1 site · RV, Tent25 acres · Basket Range, SA
Set on a hillside plateau adjacent a working fruit and nut orchard , the single campsite provides a small sheltered area with plenty of wildlife to let you know you are out of suburbia ( eg wedge tail eagles, rosellas , cockatoos , blue wrens and some resident kangaroos ... ( you may also see a koala . ( however drop bears are almost extinct here ) Secluded but connected ... Why travel more than you have to to escape and get back to basics? You can set up camp and be sipping a wine or hot beverage in the bush tranquility in less than an hour from most suburbs . The campsite is set on a hill with a view . It is not a parkland but offers a true taste of nature with native grass and vegetation . approx 15 mins from Magill and about 40 mins to the CBD / small caravans ok . Bushwalk on the property or Rock climb at nearby Morialta falls / hike Cleland / Mt Lofty or use the Grove as a base to expore the nearby Heysen trail , the many bakeries , eateries , wineries, breweries and distilleries nearby . Visit historic Marble Hill residence on open days, or enjoy many of the many events the Adelaide hills has on offer. ( Medieval fair / Adelaide rally / SALA / bay to Birdwood / Anzac / country fairs to name a few ) Enjoy pure Marble Hill spring Water ... Roast some chestnuts * over the campfire or gather some wild blackberries* , or mushrooms *. ( * in season ) . Pls Note :- Campers are provided a basic toilet / waste disposal pit area and your self contained outdoor showers are welcome . L Pet waste must be removed and any onsite rubbish must be placed in the roadside wheelie bin ( off site )on departure .
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AU$38
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Beltana Flinders Historic Town

8 sites · RVs, Tents4 acres · Beltana, SA
We are closed for the off season but feel free to book from 1st March on we would love to see you. Located at the end of a bitumen road in the town of Beltana, the campsites are adjacent to the local hall. There are showers, toilets, a free BBQ in the community park , mobile phone coverage and potable water available We are the closest campground to the new Nilpena Ediacara National Park. Beltana is a State Heritage listed town in Adnyamathanha country. Beltana is important as it is the home of the Royal Flying Doctor Service, was influential in the establishment of the Overland Telegraph and was important is the states early settlement. Beltana has survived in spite of the challenges and has an excellent walking trail detailing this history for visitors. There is capacity to have a fire in a communal fire pit, but please bring your own wood. Dogs on leashes welcome. This campsite offers a safe and comfortable place for campers who are travelling through on their holiday and need somewhere to stop overnight, but two nights is recommended to give you a chance to visit this historic town. The town is significant is South Australian history and there is interpretative signage that provides the visitor with an informative trail. Whilst with us visit the new Nilpena Ediacara National Park. We have the closest camping facilities.
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AU$25
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Camping in South Australia with climbing guide

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Welcome to Hipcamp, your go-to website for camping in Australia! If you're a climbing enthusiast looking to explore the beautiful terrain of South Australia, we've got you covered. With over 180 available options in South Australia for climbers, you'll have plenty of choices to find your perfect campsite. Looking for reviews? Check out popular campsites like Alma's Hem Amphitheatre and Retreat (88 reviews), Beltana Flinders Historic Town (77 reviews), and Chestnut Grove (34 reviews). Our average price per night is $30, with options as low as $20. And don't worry, we've got all the popular amenities you need, like pet-friendly campsites, campfires, and rubbish facilities. Plus, you can enjoy other activities like wind sports, surfing, and fall fun. So pack your gear and get ready for an unforgettable camping experience in South Australia!

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