Cave camping in Hunter Valley

Australia's oldest wine region offers a number of nature experiences.

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Hunter Valley

99% (76 reviews)

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Kamameja Remote Bush Camp

36 sites · RVs, Tents705 acres · Singleton, NSW

Kamameja is 705 acres of mountainous wilderness purchased by Ian and Sue in 1983. We are located in the Upper Hunter region of NSW, near Jerrys Plains in a remote location with approximately 22 km of gravel Commission access road that winds through some stunning mountain ranges. Please note you need to pass through private property and national park to reach our location - shut all gates that you come through, respect national park rules and drive to conditions. We recommend accessing our property by 4wd only as the road is narrow, not regularly maintained and not suitable for large vehicles or caravans. The extensive trail network is available to ride or walk and are included in the camping fees. For the gravity junkies MTB shuttles can be booked as an extra on checkout and the timing of these need to be organised with the owners.

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Beelisco Honey Hipcamp

2 sites · RVs, Tents300 acres · Baerami Creek, NSW

Creek update: 28/06/2024. Very shallow water, but flowing and clear. Great for group bookings... just add your extra people to your booking so you will have the place to yourself with your group. We have firewood available to purchase in extras. $30 for an overfull wheelbarrow of great split wood. Large roomy grassy flat level campsites, so great to get away camping with friends or family, you choose your campsite. Beelisco Honey Hipcamp camping spot is set on 300acres located in the beautiful valley of Baerami Creek and surrounded by the amazing mountain views of Wollemi National Park. We are located just off the Bylong Valley Way, so a great spot to spend a night or two if travelling through. There are some amazing mountain views and a very tranquil peaceful camping spot. Tar sealed road all the way to the front gate and then only 150metres in on farm to your campsite on a very well-maintained road suitable for ALL vehicles. We have wide gate access to suit all vehicles/trailers of any size to go in and out and all sites are grassy and level. Great spot to relax, chill and take in the amazing country air and surroundings, relax by a fire, cook marshmallows or a camp oven feast. Walk down to the edge of this campsite and listen to the creek trickle past, go bushwalking, listen to the birds and watch the Kangaroos. Of a night you will be amazed at how many stars you can see, it is just beautiful, so don't forget to look up. Campsite 1. Beelisco Honey Hipcamp BaeramiCreek There is an undercover area with picnic table, chairs and a sink for your use and if you have a smaller size tent or swags, please feel free to set it up under the undercover area as well. We also now have solar lights set up under the roof of the undercover area for you to use of a night. You just have to turn them on and they light up some of the undercover area. Walk down the track to the creek. We have a seasonal shallow creek that runs through the farm, which is so beautiful to just sit and relax on a summer's day, it has a sandy bottom. Campsite 2. Beelisco Honey Hipcamp creek site. This campsite is located on the creek edge, The creek is just a shallow creek flowing past, great for kids and Adults to just sit in and relax. Sometimes it will have more water in it than other times, it will depend on the rainfall in the mountains. But it is always shallow, so great for all kids and it has a sandy bottom. There is no wi-fi or phone service at Beelisco Honey Hipcamp, makes for a refreshing change get the kids and adults off their phones and back to just camping and talking to each other. So bring the board games, Cricket Bat, kids push bikes!! We have a Pit style toilet set up for those without on-board loo's. (please bring your own toilet paper) Pets are very welcome but must remain ON A LEAD at all times, for the respect for other campers and as we have Kangaroos Wombats Cattle and Horses on Farm. We are just under 3 hours from Sydney, 1.5 hours from Newcastle and 20min from the small country town of Denman or 15min to Sandy Hollow. Please put in ‘Beelisco Honey’ into google maps to see how far we are from you. Sandy Hollow has a pub with very yummy meals. Only 15minsin to Sandy Hollow from camp. Find their menu on their FB page. Sandy Hollow Tourist Hotel. Denman (approx 20 min drive from camp) Denman still has that ol country charm feel about it and is well worth the visit. Denman has fine wine and liqueurs, (make sure you check out.. Hunter Valley Liqueurs and Baerami Olives) Denman has plenty of places to eat with amazing food. A lovely country feel main street with lots of little shops to browse through. Also a local butcher shop to get all of your meat for your stay (The Chop Shop Butchery Denman) If you go into Denman don't forget to check out the Denman Craft Shop located on the corner in with the information centre, across from both pubs. They have all of the local arts, crafts and our Delicious Beelisco Honey. Well worth the visit. Our farm is a family run business with Husband, wife and 2 young boys, we run horses and cattle all year round and grow Lucerne hay on a few large flats around the farm. We also produce farm fresh pure raw bush Honey (Beelisco Honey) We hope you enjoy your tranquil camping experience and feel relaxed and refreshed. Directions: For directions enter "Beelisco Honey" into google maps. OR We are located on Baerami Creek Road at Baerami Creek NSW 2333. Once you turn onto Baerami Creek Road (tar sealed road) off Bylong Valley Way we are the 2nd gate on the right (2nd Property In) just around the first bend in the road. We have a white horse float letter box (only Letter box size) with a small hipcamp sign underneath and a Beelisco Honey sign on the fence. (Font gate entry picture in pictures) Any question's please feel free to send me a message or give me a call. Find us on Facebook. Beelisco Honey Hipcamp Baerami Creek NSW

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Hillside Camp on Bow River

12 sites · RVs, Tents2000 acres · Merriwa, NSW

The ultimate Farm Solitude Camping experience. If you want to get away from it all and relax in a secluded Campsite surrounded by beautiful Native Bushland or explore miles of trails, gullies, caves, Flight Springs Creek and the exquisite Bow River, take some time to come and camp at Hillside, which is a remote 2000 acre working cattle property situated 23km west of MERRIWA, 14 km off the Golden Highway, adjoining the Goulburn River National Park All sites are in secluded area's far away from each other but at busy times people may pass by some sites to access the river. There are plenty of walking trails. All sites are pet friendly, but pets must be kept on leash and cleaned up after. Note: The National Park holds their annual wild dog baiting program from 20/5/24 - 8/10/24 Which is done along our boundary on Bow River. It is safer not to have your dog in this area at this time. If you decide to, make sure it is kept on leash at all times and doesn't eat anything that could be laying around. Campfires are allowed when there are no restrictions and cut firewood is available for $10 per/bundle, cash only. There is an abundance of wildlife; Kangaroos, Wallabies, Wombats, Foxes, Emu's, water Dragons, Turtles, Fish, Goanna's, Lizards, Snakes, Echidna's, Eagles and plenty of Birds to see. For the enthusiastic bushwalker, the Bow River winds its way 7km down to the Goulburn River through the National Park, with its gentle flowing stream and rock pools nestled between sandstone cliffs with caves and open areas. 4WD and High vehicles are recommended as tracks have rocky outcrops and some areas of loose sand. The Bow River area is strictly 4WD access as it is steep with loose gravel. "Gully View Campsite" is the closest site to the property entrance. It is ideal for people who will be travelling back and forwards from the property to attend other events. It is also ideal for those travelling in groups who want to be together but to also have their own private space to set up in for some time-out. It can also be set up as a communal campground for large groups. There are plenty of trails for Horse Riding (you will need to provide your own temporary fencing). Guests are required to be fully self-contained with their own toilet/shower facilities and must take all waste and rubbish with them on departure. At certain times some sites may be unavailable due to Cattle grazing in the same paddock. Cows are very curious and can be destructive to your vehicle and belongings. Phone Service is very limited in this area. If you Email a request, it may take a few hours for us to reply. "Eagles View" and" Eagle Ridge" Campsites are the only sites that have some phone service. WARNING: There are many areas of cliff edges and shear drops! Children must be supervised at all times while exploring these areas. There are also dams at or near some of the campsite areas that could be dangerous if children wander off exploring alone. Note: In wet weather some sites will be unavailable and in extremely wet weather the property is inaccessible. Please check before booking.

* Before taxes and fees

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Beelisco Honey Hipcamp

2 sites · RVs, Tents300 acres · Baerami Creek, NSW

Creek update: 28/06/2024. Very shallow water, but flowing and clear. Great for group bookings... just add your extra people to your booking so you will have the place to yourself with your group. We have firewood available to purchase in extras. $30 for an overfull wheelbarrow of great split wood. Large roomy grassy flat level campsites, so great to get away camping with friends or family, you choose your campsite. Beelisco Honey Hipcamp camping spot is set on 300acres located in the beautiful valley of Baerami Creek and surrounded by the amazing mountain views of Wollemi National Park. We are located just off the Bylong Valley Way, so a great spot to spend a night or two if travelling through. There are some amazing mountain views and a very tranquil peaceful camping spot. Tar sealed road all the way to the front gate and then only 150metres in on farm to your campsite on a very well-maintained road suitable for ALL vehicles. We have wide gate access to suit all vehicles/trailers of any size to go in and out and all sites are grassy and level. Great spot to relax, chill and take in the amazing country air and surroundings, relax by a fire, cook marshmallows or a camp oven feast. Walk down to the edge of this campsite and listen to the creek trickle past, go bushwalking, listen to the birds and watch the Kangaroos. Of a night you will be amazed at how many stars you can see, it is just beautiful, so don't forget to look up. Campsite 1. Beelisco Honey Hipcamp BaeramiCreek There is an undercover area with picnic table, chairs and a sink for your use and if you have a smaller size tent or swags, please feel free to set it up under the undercover area as well. We also now have solar lights set up under the roof of the undercover area for you to use of a night. You just have to turn them on and they light up some of the undercover area. Walk down the track to the creek. We have a seasonal shallow creek that runs through the farm, which is so beautiful to just sit and relax on a summer's day, it has a sandy bottom. Campsite 2. Beelisco Honey Hipcamp creek site. This campsite is located on the creek edge, The creek is just a shallow creek flowing past, great for kids and Adults to just sit in and relax. Sometimes it will have more water in it than other times, it will depend on the rainfall in the mountains. But it is always shallow, so great for all kids and it has a sandy bottom. There is no wi-fi or phone service at Beelisco Honey Hipcamp, makes for a refreshing change get the kids and adults off their phones and back to just camping and talking to each other. So bring the board games, Cricket Bat, kids push bikes!! We have a Pit style toilet set up for those without on-board loo's. (please bring your own toilet paper) Pets are very welcome but must remain ON A LEAD at all times, for the respect for other campers and as we have Kangaroos Wombats Cattle and Horses on Farm. We are just under 3 hours from Sydney, 1.5 hours from Newcastle and 20min from the small country town of Denman or 15min to Sandy Hollow. Please put in ‘Beelisco Honey’ into google maps to see how far we are from you. Sandy Hollow has a pub with very yummy meals. Only 15minsin to Sandy Hollow from camp. Find their menu on their FB page. Sandy Hollow Tourist Hotel. Denman (approx 20 min drive from camp) Denman still has that ol country charm feel about it and is well worth the visit. Denman has fine wine and liqueurs, (make sure you check out.. Hunter Valley Liqueurs and Baerami Olives) Denman has plenty of places to eat with amazing food. A lovely country feel main street with lots of little shops to browse through. Also a local butcher shop to get all of your meat for your stay (The Chop Shop Butchery Denman) If you go into Denman don't forget to check out the Denman Craft Shop located on the corner in with the information centre, across from both pubs. They have all of the local arts, crafts and our Delicious Beelisco Honey. Well worth the visit. Our farm is a family run business with Husband, wife and 2 young boys, we run horses and cattle all year round and grow Lucerne hay on a few large flats around the farm. We also produce farm fresh pure raw bush Honey (Beelisco Honey) We hope you enjoy your tranquil camping experience and feel relaxed and refreshed. Directions: For directions enter "Beelisco Honey" into google maps. OR We are located on Baerami Creek Road at Baerami Creek NSW 2333. Once you turn onto Baerami Creek Road (tar sealed road) off Bylong Valley Way we are the 2nd gate on the right (2nd Property In) just around the first bend in the road. We have a white horse float letter box (only Letter box size) with a small hipcamp sign underneath and a Beelisco Honey sign on the fence. (Font gate entry picture in pictures) Any question's please feel free to send me a message or give me a call. Find us on Facebook. Beelisco Honey Hipcamp Baerami Creek NSW

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Kamameja Remote Bush Camp

36 sites · RVs, Tents705 acres · Singleton, NSW

Kamameja is 705 acres of mountainous wilderness purchased by Ian and Sue in 1983. We are located in the Upper Hunter region of NSW, near Jerrys Plains in a remote location with approximately 22 km of gravel Commission access road that winds through some stunning mountain ranges. Please note you need to pass through private property and national park to reach our location - shut all gates that you come through, respect national park rules and drive to conditions. We recommend accessing our property by 4wd only as the road is narrow, not regularly maintained and not suitable for large vehicles or caravans. The extensive trail network is available to ride or walk and are included in the camping fees. For the gravity junkies MTB shuttles can be booked as an extra on checkout and the timing of these need to be organised with the owners.

* Before taxes and fees

Hillside Camp on Bow River

12 sites · RVs, Tents2000 acres · Merriwa, NSW

The ultimate Farm Solitude Camping experience. If you want to get away from it all and relax in a secluded Campsite surrounded by beautiful Native Bushland or explore miles of trails, gullies, caves, Flight Springs Creek and the exquisite Bow River, take some time to come and camp at Hillside, which is a remote 2000 acre working cattle property situated 23km west of MERRIWA, 14 km off the Golden Highway, adjoining the Goulburn River National Park All sites are in secluded area's far away from each other but at busy times people may pass by some sites to access the river. There are plenty of walking trails. All sites are pet friendly, but pets must be kept on leash and cleaned up after. Note: The National Park holds their annual wild dog baiting program from 20/5/24 - 8/10/24 Which is done along our boundary on Bow River. It is safer not to have your dog in this area at this time. If you decide to, make sure it is kept on leash at all times and doesn't eat anything that could be laying around. Campfires are allowed when there are no restrictions and cut firewood is available for $10 per/bundle, cash only. There is an abundance of wildlife; Kangaroos, Wallabies, Wombats, Foxes, Emu's, water Dragons, Turtles, Fish, Goanna's, Lizards, Snakes, Echidna's, Eagles and plenty of Birds to see. For the enthusiastic bushwalker, the Bow River winds its way 7km down to the Goulburn River through the National Park, with its gentle flowing stream and rock pools nestled between sandstone cliffs with caves and open areas. 4WD and High vehicles are recommended as tracks have rocky outcrops and some areas of loose sand. The Bow River area is strictly 4WD access as it is steep with loose gravel. "Gully View Campsite" is the closest site to the property entrance. It is ideal for people who will be travelling back and forwards from the property to attend other events. It is also ideal for those travelling in groups who want to be together but to also have their own private space to set up in for some time-out. It can also be set up as a communal campground for large groups. There are plenty of trails for Horse Riding (you will need to provide your own temporary fencing). Guests are required to be fully self-contained with their own toilet/shower facilities and must take all waste and rubbish with them on departure. At certain times some sites may be unavailable due to Cattle grazing in the same paddock. Cows are very curious and can be destructive to your vehicle and belongings. Phone Service is very limited in this area. If you Email a request, it may take a few hours for us to reply. "Eagles View" and" Eagle Ridge" Campsites are the only sites that have some phone service. WARNING: There are many areas of cliff edges and shear drops! Children must be supervised at all times while exploring these areas. There are also dams at or near some of the campsite areas that could be dangerous if children wander off exploring alone. Note: In wet weather some sites will be unavailable and in extremely wet weather the property is inaccessible. Please check before booking.

* Before taxes and fees

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Hillside Camp on Bow River

12 sites · RVs, Tents2000 acres · Merriwa, NSW

The ultimate Farm Solitude Camping experience. If you want to get away from it all and relax in a secluded Campsite surrounded by beautiful Native Bushland or explore miles of trails, gullies, caves, Flight Springs Creek and the exquisite Bow River, take some time to come and camp at Hillside, which is a remote 2000 acre working cattle property situated 23km west of MERRIWA, 14 km off the Golden Highway, adjoining the Goulburn River National Park All sites are in secluded area's far away from each other but at busy times people may pass by some sites to access the river. There are plenty of walking trails. All sites are pet friendly, but pets must be kept on leash and cleaned up after. Note: The National Park holds their annual wild dog baiting program from 20/5/24 - 8/10/24 Which is done along our boundary on Bow River. It is safer not to have your dog in this area at this time. If you decide to, make sure it is kept on leash at all times and doesn't eat anything that could be laying around. Campfires are allowed when there are no restrictions and cut firewood is available for $10 per/bundle, cash only. There is an abundance of wildlife; Kangaroos, Wallabies, Wombats, Foxes, Emu's, water Dragons, Turtles, Fish, Goanna's, Lizards, Snakes, Echidna's, Eagles and plenty of Birds to see. For the enthusiastic bushwalker, the Bow River winds its way 7km down to the Goulburn River through the National Park, with its gentle flowing stream and rock pools nestled between sandstone cliffs with caves and open areas. 4WD and High vehicles are recommended as tracks have rocky outcrops and some areas of loose sand. The Bow River area is strictly 4WD access as it is steep with loose gravel. "Gully View Campsite" is the closest site to the property entrance. It is ideal for people who will be travelling back and forwards from the property to attend other events. It is also ideal for those travelling in groups who want to be together but to also have their own private space to set up in for some time-out. It can also be set up as a communal campground for large groups. There are plenty of trails for Horse Riding (you will need to provide your own temporary fencing). Guests are required to be fully self-contained with their own toilet/shower facilities and must take all waste and rubbish with them on departure. At certain times some sites may be unavailable due to Cattle grazing in the same paddock. Cows are very curious and can be destructive to your vehicle and belongings. Phone Service is very limited in this area. If you Email a request, it may take a few hours for us to reply. "Eagles View" and" Eagle Ridge" Campsites are the only sites that have some phone service. WARNING: There are many areas of cliff edges and shear drops! Children must be supervised at all times while exploring these areas. There are also dams at or near some of the campsite areas that could be dangerous if children wander off exploring alone. Note: In wet weather some sites will be unavailable and in extremely wet weather the property is inaccessible. Please check before booking.

* Before taxes and fees

Kamameja Remote Bush Camp

36 sites · RVs, Tents705 acres · Singleton, NSW

Kamameja is 705 acres of mountainous wilderness purchased by Ian and Sue in 1983. We are located in the Upper Hunter region of NSW, near Jerrys Plains in a remote location with approximately 22 km of gravel Commission access road that winds through some stunning mountain ranges. Please note you need to pass through private property and national park to reach our location - shut all gates that you come through, respect national park rules and drive to conditions. We recommend accessing our property by 4wd only as the road is narrow, not regularly maintained and not suitable for large vehicles or caravans. The extensive trail network is available to ride or walk and are included in the camping fees. For the gravity junkies MTB shuttles can be booked as an extra on checkout and the timing of these need to be organised with the owners.

* Before taxes and fees

Beelisco Honey Hipcamp

2 sites · RVs, Tents300 acres · Baerami Creek, NSW

Creek update: 28/06/2024. Very shallow water, but flowing and clear. Great for group bookings... just add your extra people to your booking so you will have the place to yourself with your group. We have firewood available to purchase in extras. $30 for an overfull wheelbarrow of great split wood. Large roomy grassy flat level campsites, so great to get away camping with friends or family, you choose your campsite. Beelisco Honey Hipcamp camping spot is set on 300acres located in the beautiful valley of Baerami Creek and surrounded by the amazing mountain views of Wollemi National Park. We are located just off the Bylong Valley Way, so a great spot to spend a night or two if travelling through. There are some amazing mountain views and a very tranquil peaceful camping spot. Tar sealed road all the way to the front gate and then only 150metres in on farm to your campsite on a very well-maintained road suitable for ALL vehicles. We have wide gate access to suit all vehicles/trailers of any size to go in and out and all sites are grassy and level. Great spot to relax, chill and take in the amazing country air and surroundings, relax by a fire, cook marshmallows or a camp oven feast. Walk down to the edge of this campsite and listen to the creek trickle past, go bushwalking, listen to the birds and watch the Kangaroos. Of a night you will be amazed at how many stars you can see, it is just beautiful, so don't forget to look up. Campsite 1. Beelisco Honey Hipcamp BaeramiCreek There is an undercover area with picnic table, chairs and a sink for your use and if you have a smaller size tent or swags, please feel free to set it up under the undercover area as well. We also now have solar lights set up under the roof of the undercover area for you to use of a night. You just have to turn them on and they light up some of the undercover area. Walk down the track to the creek. We have a seasonal shallow creek that runs through the farm, which is so beautiful to just sit and relax on a summer's day, it has a sandy bottom. Campsite 2. Beelisco Honey Hipcamp creek site. This campsite is located on the creek edge, The creek is just a shallow creek flowing past, great for kids and Adults to just sit in and relax. Sometimes it will have more water in it than other times, it will depend on the rainfall in the mountains. But it is always shallow, so great for all kids and it has a sandy bottom. There is no wi-fi or phone service at Beelisco Honey Hipcamp, makes for a refreshing change get the kids and adults off their phones and back to just camping and talking to each other. So bring the board games, Cricket Bat, kids push bikes!! We have a Pit style toilet set up for those without on-board loo's. (please bring your own toilet paper) Pets are very welcome but must remain ON A LEAD at all times, for the respect for other campers and as we have Kangaroos Wombats Cattle and Horses on Farm. We are just under 3 hours from Sydney, 1.5 hours from Newcastle and 20min from the small country town of Denman or 15min to Sandy Hollow. Please put in ‘Beelisco Honey’ into google maps to see how far we are from you. Sandy Hollow has a pub with very yummy meals. Only 15minsin to Sandy Hollow from camp. Find their menu on their FB page. Sandy Hollow Tourist Hotel. Denman (approx 20 min drive from camp) Denman still has that ol country charm feel about it and is well worth the visit. Denman has fine wine and liqueurs, (make sure you check out.. Hunter Valley Liqueurs and Baerami Olives) Denman has plenty of places to eat with amazing food. A lovely country feel main street with lots of little shops to browse through. Also a local butcher shop to get all of your meat for your stay (The Chop Shop Butchery Denman) If you go into Denman don't forget to check out the Denman Craft Shop located on the corner in with the information centre, across from both pubs. They have all of the local arts, crafts and our Delicious Beelisco Honey. Well worth the visit. Our farm is a family run business with Husband, wife and 2 young boys, we run horses and cattle all year round and grow Lucerne hay on a few large flats around the farm. We also produce farm fresh pure raw bush Honey (Beelisco Honey) We hope you enjoy your tranquil camping experience and feel relaxed and refreshed. Directions: For directions enter "Beelisco Honey" into google maps. OR We are located on Baerami Creek Road at Baerami Creek NSW 2333. Once you turn onto Baerami Creek Road (tar sealed road) off Bylong Valley Way we are the 2nd gate on the right (2nd Property In) just around the first bend in the road. We have a white horse float letter box (only Letter box size) with a small hipcamp sign underneath and a Beelisco Honey sign on the fence. (Font gate entry picture in pictures) Any question's please feel free to send me a message or give me a call. Find us on Facebook. Beelisco Honey Hipcamp Baerami Creek NSW

* Before taxes and fees

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Looking for a unique camping experience in Hunter Valley, Australia? From Central Coast Valley Farm (32 reviews) to Beelisco Honey Hipcamp (16 reviews) and Kamameja Remote Bush Camp (15 reviews), you can choose from highly-rated campsites to ensure a memorable stay. Enjoy popular facilities such as showers, toilets, and pet-friendly accommodations. Dive into thrilling activities like swimming, hiking, and wind sports. And with average prices starting from $25 per night and options as low as $5 per night, you'll be able to find a cave camping experience that suits your budget. Start planning your adventure with Hipcamp today!

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