Camping in North Coast with campfires
The North Coast offers campers mountainous hinterlands, sandy shores, and famous vineyards.
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Valley View Escape
19 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 4 powered sites and 4 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.
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Peak Season: Message us about our overflow camping area if we are fully booked
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Bonville Camp Ground
15 sites · RVs, Tents200 acres · Sawtell, NSW
Located minutes off the A1 it's the perfect spot to stop overnight or for a few days to see all the Coffs Coast has to offer.
Beautiful camping on pristine grasslands that back onto the Bongil Bongil National Park. Cows with Guns MTB park and Sawmill are close by as well.
Enjoy the splendid views or walk through the bush which, also has the biggest tree in the area. With fishing available and plenty of horse trails around, there is plenty to do.
Bore water is available on-site.
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Coffs Harbour Camping & 4WD
122 sites · Lodging, RVs, Tents230 acres · Bucca, NSW
Located on a 230 acre estate, we have something for everyone including a charming Rustic Cabin recycled from the original homestead from 1890!
This is a great base camp to explore the beautiful Coffs Coast with many attractions, and a short 10 minute drive to the famous Moonee Beach, Emerald Beach and Moonee Market which has a large Coles and Aldi, as well as specialty shops, cafe, restaurants and the family friendly Moonee Beach Tavern.
Suitable for caravans, motorhomes, or any RV, 2WD's, tents, camper trailers and 4WD's with excellent all weather access straight off the main sealed road👍🏼
Lovely shady sites as well as plenty of open sunny pasture for your solar with use of shared port-a-loo in main camping paddock. You may also camp in the dam paddock (when available) if you have a 4WD however, you will need to be completely self sufficient with your own porta potty.
Firewood is available to be purchased from reception.
*DUE TO FIRE ANT OUTBREAK IN QLD AND NSW, BRING YOUR OWN (BYO) FIREWOOD IS NOT PERMITTED*
Hand feed the farm animals or enjoy hours of bush walking or perhaps have a picnic by the dam overlooking the horses grazing or discover our Secret Garden!
Suitable for large groups such as 4WDs, family gatherings, horse riders, weddings and school groups. Plenty of space and privacy.
PLEASE NOTE:
- CHECK IN CLOSES AT 8PM
- Potable water is limited due to weather conditions (drought), and the farm being on tank water. Please fill your vans or tanks BEFORE you arrive.
- We are a campground, NOT a 4WD park. 4WDs or motorbikes are NOT to be ridden on the property. Motorbikes need to be registered to ride in the State Forest.
- Due to repeated incidents involving our poultry, dogs are no longer allowed.
- Our moderate cancellation policy requires a cancellation of 72 hours ahead of check in time for a refund. Date modification requests within 24 hours of check in time will not be accepted.
- No refunds will be issued for early departures after arrival.
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Oasis of Hope
22 sites · RVs, Tents250 acres · Upper Orara, NSW
Nested in the Coffs Harbour hinterland is this stunning 250 acre property, offering both powered and unpowered site options and great facilties.
Wayper Creek flows though the property, and there are manicured lawns, a large toilet and shower block with hot showers, a caravan dump point, a large BBQ shelter, firepit, and lots of lovely spots to enjoy the plethora of wildlife.
We regularly have abseilers come down our creek, as a set of 7 waterfalls is only a 30-minute hike through the creek away. It is a stunning place for relaxation.
Pets are welcome too.
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Windermere
4 sites · RVs, Tents4 acres · South West Rocks, NSW
Great location near Hat Head and South West Rocks
This lovely 4 acre camping spot is situated at Kinchela on the tidal Kinchela Creek which runs directly into the mighty Macleay river.
You can fish or set a crab trap, kayak, paddle board, bring the tinny or just relax and enjoy the water view and surrounding farmland.
A few shade trees and quiet surroundings makes this the perfect spot for your next getaway.
Fire baskets available.
Conveniently located only a 5 minute drive to Gladestone shops and hotel.
There is a tap and hose (town water) on site to wash the boats after a big days fishing at nearby South West Rocks (15 minutes) or Hat Head (10 minutes)
Last Minute Bookings Welcome subject to availability 😊
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Anchorage Park
7 sites · RVs100 acres · Urunga, NSW
Riverfront campground on the majestic Kalang River.
Boating, fishing, crabbing, swimming literally on your doorstep.
20 minutes south of Coffs Harbour, 5 minutes from Urunga town centre.
All sites are generally level and grassed.
Communal fire pits and potable water on-site.
All campers must be self contained ( rubbish, toilet, grey water).
Use of boat ramp, jetty and kayaks available from farm house.
Due to our coastal location camp may close in extended periods of wet weather.
This is a dog friendly campground inviting self contained campers to enjoy our beautiful property.
Raised individual fire pits are allowed ( no fires on the ground)
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Sanctuary at Sandy
6 sites · RVs, Tents55 acres · Woolgoolga, NSW
Enjoy the best of both worlds, being only a few minutes off the Hwy and 2km from the beach, yet tucked up within the privacy and serenity of 55 acres of beautiful bush and wetlands.
The property is a safe haven for an abundance of wildlife, including kangaroos, wallabies, bandicoots, possums, squirrel gliders, snakes, leaf-tailed geckoes, 12 species of frogs and a multitude of birds.
Communal facilities include a covered outdoor camp kitchen, an amenities block with composting toilet and hot showers, and a fire circle/ seating area.
Activities on the property include:
- birdwatching (see if you can add to our list of 50+ species so far!)
- spotlighting for nocturnal wildlife
- find a quiet spot to sit and soak up the peace of nature... perhaps by the tranquil wetland overflow wall
- bushwalking around the perimeter of the endangered Swamp Sclerophyll Forest
- private orienteering course (bring your compass! Takes 1-2 hours)
-Light a fire under the cast-iron outdoor bath and soak away any stress
Attractions close to the property include:
- beautiful beaches only 2 km away, great for swimming, surfing or whale watching from the headland
- State Forest 2km away, great for hiking and mountain biking
- Woolgoolga 5km away, with great cafes and shops
We are friendly, nature-loving couple who feel very lucky to be custodians of this special land. We look forward to sharing it with others who wish to step outside the busyness of mainstream life and deepen their connection to nature.
Due to the amount of wildlife around, we do not allow pets.
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Wild Nymboida Camping Dorrigo
3 sites · RVs, Tents200 acres · Moonpar, NSW
Come and enjoy our private camping spots on the beautiful Nymboida River, New South Wales.
Check in is before 5pm no check-ins after 5pm
Campers have direct access to the river which is great for swimming and paddling.
Please note that this is a free flowing river and there are rapids and waterfalls in parts, so care must be taken in parts.
The campsites do require a
4WD to be accessed and are not suitable for larger caravans. Small of road vans and camper trailers are fine.
Pets are welcome but we are a working cattle property, so if your dog is going to chase cattle it's probably not a great fit.
There is a lot to do in the area, including bushwalking, chasing waterfalls, local markets, restaurants, wineries and galleries.
20 minutes from Dorrigo and 50 minutes from Bellingen.
We charge $25 per adult per night Kids are free
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Way Way Getaway
5 sites · RVs, Tents55 acres · Way Way, NSW
Minutes away from Scotts Head beach and town, but feels like you’re out in the bush.
Surf famous Scotts head point, or head to the back beaches for some in crowded beach breaks, explore local rural towns, enjoy some peace and quiet!
Fire friendly, pet friendly, family friendly (pretty friendly in general)!
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Dodona
6 sites · RVs, Tents5 acres · Nana Glen, NSW
Welcome to Dodona - ancient Greek meaning "God's Gift".Here you can camp by a permanent flowing creek in our beautiful green valley. Sites are accessible by all types of vehicles such as RVs, caravans, motorhomes, big rigs, camper trailers or basic tent camping.Campfires are permitted when restrictions aren't in place, firewood is provided free and bonus inclusion of a lovely swimming pool and BBQ area! Shower & toilet available.There is 350 km of dirt trails in the very large Orara State Forest behind our property which is great for mountain bike riding, or horse riding (no horse riding permitted on the property).Pet friendly. Stay with a local, friendly host.
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Bundilla River Camp
15 sites · RVs, Tents260 acres · 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.
The camp area includes a 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. Please select power as an ad on extra when booking.
Port a loos are available for Hire.
If you have 3 or more children please call me for a discount.
Kids will love the farm tour and feeding of pigs, sheep and horses. 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 & Repairs. linktr.ee/wrightyscaravans. They offer family caravans delivered, setup ready for you to enjoy.
Pets allowed but you must discuss with owners prior to booking.
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 8pm 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
Rick and I thank you for your support in these matters.
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Stoney Park care of Dennis Stone
100 sites · RVs, Tents127 acres · North Shore, NSW
Stoney Park is set on 127 acres of manicured waterfront land. Set up your unpowered campsite overlooking the lake or adjacent to the beautiful lagoons. The park also plays host to Australia's largest inflatable Aqua Park along with a land park. Located next to the lovely Wilson River, 15min drive to Port Macquarie on the NSW Mid North Coast.
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Camping in North Coast with campfires guide
Overview
The North Coast of New South Wales has it all. Golden sands, surf beaches, and billowing dunes stretch along the coast from Newcastle to Tweed Heads. Inland, UNESCO World Heritage-listed rainforest and award-winning vineyards blanket the mountainous hinterlands, where you can hike and camp in some of the state’s most popular national parks. Campers have plenty of choices, whether you’re road-tripping along the Legendary Pacific Coast from Sydney to Brisbane or venturing into the rainforest. Park your motorhome at a national park campground, seek out a secluded bush campsite, or check into a 5-star holiday park or caravan park along the coast.
Where to go
Hunter Valley
Just north of Sydney and Newcastle, the Hunter Valley is one of Australia’s most renowned wine regions. Sip semillon and shiraz at cellar door tastings, visit family-run boutique wineries, then pitch your tent or park your RV amid the vineyards or along the Hunter River. Just to the north, the World Heritage-listed Gondwana Rainforests of Barrington Tops National Park afford endless options for bushwalking, fishing, and camping.
South North Coast
Beautiful beaches and wild bushlands await along the southern stretch of the North Coast between Newcastle and Port Macquarie. Go sandboarding at the Stockton Bight Sand Dunes, take a dolphin-watching cruise from Port Stephens, or enjoy kayaking, fishing, and camping at Myall Lakes National Park. Further north, Port Macquarie is the gateway to numerous lakes, lagoons, and wildlife reserves.
Central North Coast
Holidaymakers flock to Coffs Harbour for its water sports, wildlife-spotting, and whale-watching cruises, but the coastal town is also the gateway to some of NSW’s most popular national parks. Dorrigo National Park has spectacular waterfalls and scenic trails through UNESCO-listed rainforest, while there’s great camping at nearby Guy Fawkes River National Park and Nymboi-Binderay National Park.
Northern Rivers
Byron Bay is the quintessential NSW beach town, known for its epic surf and bohemian vibes, but Ballina, Brunswick Heads, and Tweed Heads are equally good choices for coastal campers. Don’t miss the Rainforest Way scenic drive, the beaches and lagoons of Bundjalung National Park, and the Cape Byron Headland Reserve, Australia’s easternmost point.
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