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Footprints in Style

35 sites · Lodging, RVs, Tents300 acres · 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.
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Valley View Escape

20 sites · RVs, Tents500 acres · Buckra Bendinni, NSW
Valley View Escape is a 500 acre working dairy farm located in the beautiful Nambucca Valley just 25 minutes off the highway. There is stunning 360 views of mountain ranges and Lake Lumby from all our sites. We offer powered sites and unpowered sites which are all level grounded with grass and accessible by 2WD. There is non potable water available. Our powered sites are conveniently located close by the amenities with flushing toilet, hot shower and dump point. Each site has a fire pit, or you can use your own as long as it is not directly on the ground. There is also firewood available for purchase which can be done through HipCamp at checkout or cash on arrival We are a pet friendly campsite but we ask you to keep your pets on a leash and always have full control. Enjoy and relax at our communal picnic area with fire pit, shade, picnic table and pontoon on Lake Lumby which is great for kayaking and swimming. Follow us on Instagram and Facebook for Discount codes and updates @valleyviewescape ***CHRISTMAS BOOKINGS*** We are currently in the process of creating more powered and unpowered sites that will be open from Friday 20th of December to Sunday the 5th of January. These sites aren't live to be booked yet but please swing us a message if you are interested and want any more information.
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Little Pine Creek Farm

41 sites · Lodging, RVs, Tents90 acres · Bellingen, NSW
Discover the Scenic Charm of Little Pine Creek Farm Welcome to Little Pine Creek Farm, your perfect escape nestled in the serene countryside of Valery, within the Bellingen Shire. Our campsite is perfectly situated between the charming towns of Bellingen, Urunga, and Mylestom, ensuring you'll be enveloped by stunning scenery. Whether you're seeking relaxation beneath magnificent trees or adventure in a natural wonderland, our campsite has something for everyone. Why Camp at Little Pine Creek Farm? Prime location: Our campsite is ideally situated near Bellingen and the Promised Lands, offering easy access to beautiful rivers, crystal-clear swimming spots, and breathtaking mountain views. Diverse campsite options: Choose from various picturesque spots around the farm—camp in the shade of towering trees, bask in the sun by the dam, unwind by the creek, or retreat to a secluded bush area for peaceful birdwatching. Nature lover’s paradise: Adjacent to Bongil Bongil National Park, our property is a haven for wildlife enthusiasts. Keep an eye out for koalas and a wide range of bird species, from colourful honeyeaters to majestic kingfishers. Outdoor Adventures Await Explore nature: Take a scenic drive to the Promised Lands and cool off in the crystal-clear pools of Never Never Creek, or visit Dorrigo National Park for stunning waterfalls and rainforest trails. Birdwatching delight: Our farm is home to various native birds, including the scarlet honeyeater, kookaburra, and bowerbirds. It’s a true birdwatcher’s paradise! Bushwalking and trails: Wander through our private bushwalking trails that lead into pristine rainforest and protected koala habitats. Fishing, kayaking & more: Enjoy fishing in nearby rivers, launch your kayak from accessible points around Bellingen, or bring your mountain bike to explore the trails in Pine Creek Forest. Family Fun & Relaxation Kids can swim in nearby lagoons, jump from jetties, or visit the Big Banana Fun Park in Coffs Harbour. Teens and adventure seekers will love mountain biking at Cows with Guns park or kayaking down the Bellinger River. Important Information for Campers 4WD recommended: For the best experience around the farm, a 4WD vehicle is ideal, especially during wet conditions. 2WD vehicles are welcome to camp near the farmhouse orchards in dry weather. Self-sufficient camping: Please bring your own drinking water and portable toilet if camping across the creek. We offer one flush toilet near the farmhouse, a short walk from the main camping areas. Enjoy communal fire pits by the dam or in the main camping field. Firewood is available on-site for purchase, and small private fires are allowed in raised containers (please bring your own). Always follow local fire safety guidelines. Little Pine Creek Farm offers the perfect blend of tranquillity, scenic beauty, and adventure. Whether you're here for a peaceful getaway, birdwatching, or to explore the natural wonders of the Bellingen region, we can't wait to welcome you to our slice of paradise. Book your stay and experience the magic of Little Pine Creek Farm! Seeking Relaxation or Adventure? Welcome to Little Pine Creek Farm! Little Pine Creek Farm offers a serene escape surrounded by natural beauty and abundant birdlife. Located in Valery, within Bellingen Shire, our campsite is perfectly situated between the charming towns of Bellingen, Urunga, and Mylestom, ensuring you'll be enveloped by stunning scenery. A Natural Playground Awaits Spanning 90 acres of picturesque countryside, Little Pine Creek meanders through this idyllic property, creating a natural playground for outdoor enthusiasts. Bring your boats, bikes, and boards, and dive into the fun of nature’s paradise. Our picturesque park-like grounds greet you with magnificent shade trees, a lily-laden dam, and splendid mountain views. Enjoy a peaceful walk, and keep your eyes peeled for a koala! Explore the Beauty of Nature Our farm features bushwalking trails that follow the creek, leading into pristine native rainforest and the protected koala habitat of Bongil Bongil National Park. You'll discover a rich variety of native bird species and lush plant life, including beautiful ferns, staghorn, and orchids. Birdwatchers will delight in spotting the likes of monarch varied triller, scarlet honeyeater, kingfishers, and many more. Discover the following attractions during your stay: Bellingen’s Promised Lands: Just a short drive away, indulge in nature's splendour with breathtaking mountain scenery and crystal-clear pools along the Never Never Creek. Dorrigo National Park: Take a day trip to explore the skywalk overlooking the ancient Gondwana rainforest, fun walking trails, and stunning waterfalls, including the impressive Crystal Showers, where you can walk right in behind the cascade. Fishing opportunities: Enjoy fishing from fly fishing for rainbows in Dorrigo to beach and estuary fishing in Urunga, with species including bream, whiting, mulloway, tailor, flathead, and snapper. Bring your boat and take advantage of easy launch sites nearby at Mylestom. Family fun: Kids can swim in lagoons, jump from jetties, or enjoy a day at Coffs Harbour’s Big Banana Fun Park. Mountain biking and kayaking: Teens can explore the Cows with Guns mountain bike park in Pine Creek Forest or kayak down the beautiful Bellinger River. flush toilet (WC) available at the farmhouse, located a 7-minute walk from the camping areas. We recommend bringing your own porta potty for convenience. Whether you're seeking relaxation or adventure, Little Pine Creek Farm offers a peaceful escape surrounded by nature’s beauty and vibrant wildlife. We can’t wait to welcome you to our slice of paradise!
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Bellinger River Camping

14 sites · RVs, Tents60 acres · Bellingen, NSW
Nestled along a picturesque 1-km stretch of the Bellinger River, our camping grounds offer level, grassy sites with open spaces perfect for relaxing and reconnecting with nature. Just a short walk into town, you’ll find a charming milk bar serving fresh fish and chips only 700 meters down the road, or for the adventurous, swim across the river for breakfast or lunch at the iconic Old Butter Factory Cafe. Enjoy complimentary on-site kayaking, fishing right from your camp, and a chance to spot the elusive platypus! A new fence keeps the cows out, so you can relax and enjoy the peaceful surroundings. Facilities include a pit toilet. We welcome pets and families, with free entry for children. Only one vehicle per booking is allowed, though we can easily accommodate group bookings on a single site—just email us to arrange. Caravan hire is also available for added convenience.
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Yarralen Retreat

44 sites · Lodging, RVs, Tents40 acres · Yarrahapinni, NSW
Yarralen is a beautiful 40 acre property on the mid-north coast of NSW. Situated under Mt Yarrahapinni on the Eastern side of the Pacific Hwy. Halfway between Sydney and Brisbane, Port Macquarie and Coffs Harbour. We are surrounded by National Parks and close to pristine beaches , grassy heads , scotts head and the Macleay River. Please note there is a $10 pet fee for the campsites, and $15 pet fee for lodgings (the two Vans and Units). We offer a magical bush retreat with all the modern felicities with a range of camping and accommodation options: -The Eclectic Bush Haven is a family-friendly camping area where kids under 12 yrs camp for free, campers booking this option have access to camp kitchen, toilets and electricity. -The Yarralen Retreat Camp Ground 2 is a more secluded camping area for off-road campers that are completely self-contained with their own toilet, kitchen facilities and power. -The Butterfly Caravan and Retro Glam Vans are renovated caravans nestled in the rainforest. -Yarralen Retreat Glamping are glamping tents offering the perfect romantic escape, or if you just like camping but don't want to set up a tent, this is the perfect choice. - Our Entire Property Exclusive option means you can book out the whole place for your group to enjoy privately. Please thoroughly read the site description which explains exactly what this option does and does not include. Our 40-acre property features eclectic, arty, and striking sculptures and artworks. Stroll through the beautiful bush surroundings, visit the water lilies, and say hello to the roaming peacocks. The campsites are located on a grassed area surrounded by a corridor of tall trees for your shade and comfort. We're not far from the beach, with Grassy Heads being the closest beach. While you're exploring why not check out Scott’s Head and South West Rocks for the amazing vistas. Refresh and recharge in the Magnesium pool and detox in our sauna (please book access under our Extras). Warm your soul around the campfire in the evening. Firewood is available (please see our Extras). Campers at the Eclectic Bush Haven will enjoy our fantastic camp kitchen, along with amenities including hot showers and flushing toilet. The kitchen is fully equipped with a Webber BBQ, gas cooktop, large fridge, lighting and power. (IMPORTANT: Campers who book the Yarralen Retreat Camp Ground 2 area DO NOT have access to these facilities, we expect campers in this area to be fully self-contained) For your convenience entry to the property and main camping area is via our asphalt driveway, which suits all vehicles. (IMPORTANT: Campers who book the Yarralen Retreat Camp Ground 2 will need a 4WD to access this secluded part of the property). Overnight or longer stays are also available for private parties, weddings, retreats, team building - anything possible. Please message us to have a chat. Peaceful tall timbered bushland with abundant wildlife throughout the property. It's a great experience for kids, feeds the chooks, free-ranging peafowl, rainforest and billabong walks, and amazing gardens. Campfires are permitted in the communal fire pit area or individual firepits are available to enjoy at your site. Please use tank water sparingly (for cooking, cuppas) and BYO drinking water. We offer a range of Extras to make your stay memorable and comfortable: -Infra-red Detox Sauna -Magnesium heated Pool -Firewood for your campfire We look forward to welcoming you!
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River View on the Clarence

4 sites · RVs, Tents70 acres · Great Marlow, NSW
Take in the serenity from your own little piece of paradise on the banks of the pristine Clarence river. Just 6.5 km from the jacaranda city of Grafton and 40 minutes drive from Yamba, we offer two level grassy camp sites surrounded by a beautiful poplar shade tree plantation. Private boat ramp directly in front of camp with easy access. 4x4 is recommended for boat launching. You can fish right from camp! Drinking water is connected as well as hot shower and toilet, plus you have your own BBQ and picnic table. Relax while the kids swim, fish or paddle the river.  The beaches of Yamba are only 40 minutes away and the beautiful mountains of the great dividing range can be seen from your camp site.Campfires permitted, but you must BYO firewood, or, I can provide you with firewood. Please let me know.Access is possible for all vehicles. Plenty of room for caravans and rigs to turn around. 
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Waterfalls & More

11 sites · RVs, Tents104 acres · Sherwood, NSW
HIDING IN THE MIDDLE OF EVERYWHERE! Pure. Unadulterated. WILD. 104 very private acres, securely sandwiched between a National Park Nature Reserve and State Forest. On a dead end road. No agriculture or farms upstream, only one other like-minded property owner. Secluded, but hiding smack bang in the middle of everywhere! From vertiginous sandstone cliffs on which epipetrics cling tight, right through to palm-filled rainforests, and with two quite different creek systems (including a monster waterfall), you'll be spoiled for things to do and places to explore - without even leaving the property! HISTORY This land is Gumbaynggirr land. Please be particularly mindful of our First Nation's long presence on this land. In the 1800's, white men came seeking Red Cedar, closely followed by settlers having a go at dairying; though logging has remained this area's mainstay. This special property, despite last being selectively logged about 50 years ago, hosts many huge old-growth trees remaining steadfast for your discovery and wonder. And many more are continuing to grow out too. About 35 years ago about nine of this property's eastern-most 104 acres became part of a far larger nashi pear orchard which filled much of the flats of this top end of the valley that you see today. Ultimately they failed to set good commercial fruit, and the rootstocks took over. You can see remnant rows of these trees just south of the property, from along the road. (Beware though - they have spikes that could puncture Caterpillar tracks!) MORE RECENTLY extensive lantana control efforts have been undertaken as we now move into revegetating with native species and implementing a permaculture plan. Today the property is registered with Land For Wildlife and hosts a very wide mix of native vegetation communities. ACTIVITIES Bird watch. Climb. Abseil. Photograph wildflowers. Paint. Swim. In the next valley there's even gold to be found. Explore trails by mountain bike. Whale watch. Surf. Learn SCUBA. Go beach-combing. Catch a mudcrab. Go whitewater river rafting. Ask your host about where to find all the local waterfalls, the best walking, how to find gold, the gnarliest off-road tracks, Anything is possible here in this magnificent part of the world, except perhaps snow and ice.
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Yagaari Mountainside Sanctuary

4 sites · RVs, Tents60 acres · Eungai Creek, NSW
Yagaari Mountainside Sanctuary borders the Western side of Yarriabini National Park on the traditional lands of the Ngambaa people. The creeks and dams here are all spring fed and provide a sanctuary for an abundance of wildlife and native bushland, as well as a few beautiful places for a refreshing swim! The property is private and quiet and has stunning sunrise and sunset views as well as multiple camping sites fit for various needs and group sizes. There are also clean, odourless composting toilets available for use on site. There is lots of space to walk and explore with tracks leading up into the heart of the National Park. Nearby are many gorgeous rivers, beaches and national parks to explore. We are convieniently located only 10 minutes from Macksville for shopping and cafes and only 15 minutes from Scotts Head, a great beach for families and surfers.
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Bunya Farm Bellingen

2 sites · RVs, Tents60 acres · Bellingen, NSW
One booking at a time so the space is yours to enjoy. Beautiful river flats with direct frontage onto the Kalang River. Site is located next to steps down to the river. The site doesn't have much shade at the moment but the river has abundant shaded retreats. In dry conditions accessible via 2WD, ok for caravans and motorhomes. In wet conditions please check with us before arrival. 60 acre farm only 5 min from beautiful Bellingen. Beautiful river flats with direct frontage onto the Kalang River.In dry conditions, access is good and suitable for 2WD and caravans. Some parts of the property will require 4WD (such as Mountain Views site). In wet conditions please check with us before arrival.Pet considered on prior application - please ask first (we are a farm with livestock).No amenities - please BYO everything you need and leave no trace. Campfires permitted when restrictions aren't in place. Firewood is available to purchase (see extras).
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Black Mountain Nymboida River 4/AWD

5 sites · Lodging, RVs, Tents170 acres · Nymboida, NSW
You will come here to enjoy the beauty and tranquility of `Black Mountain'. `Black Mountain’ is on Gumbainggir country. It is a registered conservation property bordering Nymboida River and Nymboi-Binderay National Park. Alastair and I have shared the property for more than 25 years and consider ourselves custodians of this precious place. Visitors enjoy: the pristine river; walking tracks through diverse terrain; starry night skies and campfires. Previous guests recommend staying at least two nights to soak up the atmosphere and explore the area. Choose from the 'Ant Shack' or four adjacent campsites with easy access and views to the Nymboida River. Shared facilities include a hot shower and composting toilets. You can walk, swim and kayak, explore the area or just relax for days. We can’t accommodate domestic animals or allow fishing, not even catch and release because we protect our wildlife and the endangered Eastern Cod. Black Mountain is remote but just 60 kilometres from Grafton or Coffs (via back way). 2WD access to our house is from Nymboida only. 4WD/AWD from Lowanna or Glenreagh and 4WD/AWD down to the river/campsite area - Not suitable for caravans. All proceeds from Airbnb and Hipcamp are invested in the continuing conservation of Black Mountain.
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