River, stream, or creek camping near Adelaide Hills

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12 top river, stream, or creek campgrounds near Adelaide Hills

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Breakaway Farmstay

7 sites · RVs, Tents100 acres · Waitpinga, SA
Great location, best opportunity to spend time on the farm amongst the animals and nature. We are a small Farmstay in the heart of the Fleurieu Peninsula just out side Victor Harbor in Waitpinga. Powered and unpowered sites have use of bathroom facility. Waggon Flat campers do not have access to facilities. Limited Telstra ph service and no wifi. Check in from time from 1.00pm. Check out is strictly 10.30 unless pre organised with management. Close to anything you would like to do in this fantastic part of the state of South Australia. From fishing to surfing to long walks on the Heysen Trail or wine tasting and whale watching, there is everything here you would ever want to do. Rates include access to farm animals. Sheep, cows, chooks, ducks, goats, alpaca - all are very hungry and looking for pats! Sorry we don't allow pets. Campfires permitting (depending on local fire restrictions). All Rubbish is to be taken home by campers, with the policy of what you bring you take home and leave nothing. Scroll down for Map of location. Check in time from 1.00pm. check out by 10.30am.
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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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Noorla Farm (Happy Camping Ground)

3 sites · RVs, Tents30 acres · Mcharg Creek, SA
We live in a beautiful valley on 30 acres, that not many people know about. We're joined by 3 friendly dogs, 4 horses, 2 alpacas, 4 Galloway cows and chooks, along with the resident wildlife including many birds, kangaroos, koalas, shy owls, and even an echidna! All this, plus beautiful views from atop our hills, right to the lake, and the delightful winter creek complete with frogs. We are close to the McLaren Vale wine region as well as wineries throughout the Hills and 35 minutes to the coast of Victor Harbor. The Greenman Inn is 5 minutes down the road and has wonderful food from Wed to Sun if you do not feel the urge to cook with wood fires for the cold nights or a gorgeous outdoor area for the warmer months. At present, we offer two areas for camping. Topspot which has lovely views and is quite secluded amongst the tree tops. This site is suitable for tents and camper trailers (need reasonable backing skills and 4WD) The Laneway which is close to the babbling creek is suitable for those with a small caravan, or motorhome, 2WD etc, along with tent campers. (but would struggle with large caravans/motorhomes - please check with hosts) (The Lookout/Highview has spectacular views and is suitable for tents and camper trailers, accessible by low-range 4WD (or AWD if the weather is dry) - Please note this site is currently closed due to stock rotation.) If you have any doubts about which to book, please ask. AUTUMN/WINTER MONTHS: if we receive considerable rain the trek up to the hill sites could become slippery and not accessible as it is a farm paddock, therefore unfortunately your booking may need to be cancelled. NOTE: On our farm there is limited phone coverage in the valley (The Laneway) Topspot and The Lookout/Highview do have coverage. Pets are welcome, however, please ensure they are kept under control (unless discussed with the host) at all times as we have our livestock and are surrounded by neighboring livestock, as well as the wildlife that frequently visits. Please note: This is an active small farm, therefore work may need be continued throughout your stay possibly necessitating the use of machinery and tending to our livestock. If you wish to see some of the animals up close, please let us know and we will try to accommodate. We ask that all fires be contained within the fire pit provided and a portable toilet is available for your use. BUSHFIRE SEASON: Wood and open fires are not permitted in the bushfire season, therefore you will not be able to use the fire pits.
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Pymbroke

3 sites · RVs, Tents79 acres · Rockleigh, SA
Our property is located in the rocky outcrops of the Bremer Ranges and is on the Bremer River in Rockleigh. This site was once a overnight yard for the sheep farmers who were passing through the area. We have three separate locations for campers to choose from. The Gums- surrounded by small gum trees right near the Bremer River. The Carob- this site is situated further back from the river and is surrounded by mulberry trees. Lastly we have The Sticks- this site is behind the scrubby bushed and requires tight access and is more suited to tents and swags. The decent into camp is quite narrow and steep so please drive carefully. We are 45 minute drive from the Lavender Federation Trail which is a popular walking track in the region. We are only 30 minutes drive from Monarto Conservation Park which is a popular spot for walking trails and picnics. Monarto is also home to a Safari Park which is the largest Safari Park in Australia and home to lots of interesting animals. We have a toilet available but please BYO toilet paper. From the 15th April fire are allowed. & portable firepits are available for your use Sorry, not pets.
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Waterfront Holiday Park

116 sites · Lodging, RVs, Tents25 acres · Tailem Bend, SA
The very friendly park on the Murray River …. Welcome to Waterfront Holiday Park at Tailem Bend. Our Campgrounds, Accommodation, and access roads are all Flood Safe! We’re the perfect stop-off point if you’re traveling from Melbourne or Sydney to Adelaide…or … The perfect Basecamp for short trips, with most places of interest surrounding Adelaide much easier to access without traffic lights from our location just 50 minutes from the city. We can offer you all the facilities you need to make your stay stress free with our easygoing approach. With large sites, stay hitched up if you wish…… Room to Relax. Well-behaved pets are welcome. With big shady trees and awesome views of the Murray River, Waterfront Holiday Park is the perfect place to just relax and unwind. With no jumping castles or playgrounds onsite, adult relaxation is our focus. The Park’s privately owned river frontage includes a boating harbor and boat ramp which is perfect for a morning paddle or water skiing all day. Our backwater is also home to many birds including swans, ducks, pelicans, and many more. Within short driving distance are major attractions including The Bend Motorsport Park, Old Tailem Town, Monarto Safari Park, The Coorong, and The National Motor Museum. The Barossa, Adelaide Hills, and Langhorne Creek wine regions with many quality cellar doors in each area. In Tailem Bend town center you will be delighted at the quality of food and coffee at numerous locally owned and operated cafes, restaurants, bakery, and hotels.
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The Valley of Eden - Barossa

1 site · RV, Tent160 acres · Eden Valley, SA
A working cattle farm with beautiful Poll Hereford cattle roaming the 160-acre block. The Marne River flows down through the block with ancient indigenous canoe trees dotted along the river which flows for approx 10 months of the year. Walk to the the top of the block for 180 degree views of Eden Valley and surrounds. Your booking will give you exclusive rights to camping, so no need to worry about noisy neighbours! Canoe Trees and the Marne River Take a stroll along the river, looking for canoe trees. First Nations people of the lower Murray River formerly made large canoes from the bark of Red Gum trees. They used canoes to transport goods and move long distances along the river system. The Marne River in southeast South Australia starts below Eden Valley at an elevation of 366m and ends at an elevation of 5.06m flowing into the River Murray. The Marne River drops around 361m over its 69.5km length. https://www.acmi.net.au/works/111350--aboriginal-canoe-trees-of-the-murray/ History of Eden Valley The land of the Ngadjuri People, Traditional Owners of the Eden Valley region. South Australia’s beautiful Eden Valley, known as the garden of grapes and gums, is one of Australia’s premier cool climate wine regions characterised by its rugged beauty and varied topography. Eden Valley was named by the surveyors of the area after they found the word "Eden" carved into a tree. The beautiful rolling hills of the region create a natural diversity in mesoclimate determined by altitude, aspect and slope, which also naturally impacts the soil type. It is therefore critical to match the correct grape variety and site. Overall, the region is characterised by cooler conditions than its famous neighbour, the Barossa Valley, and as such the final stages of ripening and harvesting take place in cooler temperatures. Eden Valley wines are distinctive in their character, displaying wonderful aromatics, elegance, complexity and finesse. Eden Valley shares a proud German heritage with it's neighbour the Barossa Valley, collectively known as the Barossa region. English and German immigrants settled here in the early to mid-19th century, establishing the township in the 1860s. With a wine-making history dating back to 1847, Eden Valley is home to some of the world’s oldest Shiraz and Riesling vineyards. We are a family of 5 with 3 children who love to explore and learn about the history of the places we visit. So, we hope you enjoy this little snippet! Please note: May 2024 - As it as been the driest summer in over 100 years please be mindful of your fire even after fire ban has lifted. Make sure you have a shovel and adequate water incase of a spreading fire. Clear a nice patch around your comfort fire, until we have green grass again in winter! Due to the dry conditions we have had to move our stock from this paddock as the dams have dried up. They will be back soon as will the full creeks and dams!
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Kuntha La

3 sites · RVs, Tents6 acres · Goolwa North, SA
‘Kuntha La’ - peaceful place… We are on the water’s edge at the junction of Currency Creek and The River Murray. Our property sits within the International Ramsar Wetlands. Come and enjoy the water birds, kangaroos, spectacular stargazing and wide open skies. Bring your kayaks, explore the waterways and experience the beautiful bird-life, including egrets, herons, harriers, black swans, pelicans, cormorants, moore-hens, ducks and more. Goolwa is at the mouth of the might Murray River and the entrance to beautiful Coorong National Park, so there’s plenty of places to explore. We are currently offering space for three self-contained campers. Please note that ALL CAMPERS MUST BE SELF-CONTAINED and LEAVE NO TRACE. We do have plans to add power, water and toilets, but currently these are NOT available. There is public dump facility 5km away in South Goolwa. Grounds can be wet and soft during wet weather so please be mindful of your vehicles weight and ability to go through wet paddocks. Our property is approximately 4km from beautiful Goolwa township. Attractions include the Historic Steam Ranger Cockle Train which runs from Goolwa to Port Elliot and Victor Harbor every Sunday and Wednesday, and daily during school holidays. There are also restaurants and galleries, and a distillery. Spirit of the Coorong cruises leave from Goolwa Wharf, where you can also board the historic Oscar W paddle steamer. Markets are held every Sunday at Jaralde Park adjacent to the Goolwa Wharf. For more information: - RAMSAR Wetlands https://www.dcceew.gov.au/water/wetlands/ramsar - Steam Ranger Trains https://www.steamrangerheritagerailway.org/our-trains/cockle-train/ - Spirit of the Coorong cruises https://www.spiritofthecoorong.com.au/ - Tourist Information https://www.visitalexandrina.com/
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Waitpinga Ridge | Creek Camp Site

1 site · RV, Tent30 acres · Waitpinga, SA
Waitpinga Ridge is a farm located on the Fleurieu Peninsula, 15min from Victor Harbor. The Creek Camp Site is tucket away surrounded by gums and adjacent to 35acres of land reseeded back to native bush. From this location you can explore the Fleurieu with ease. Hike parts of the Heysen trail along the Waitpinga Sea Cliffs. Enjoy a drink at Lost Phoenix Farm or Boho Farm. And if you are feeling a little bit adventurous, Waitpinga Quad Bike Tours is just around the corner! PLEASE NOTE: This is an unpowered site with no facilities. We accept self-contained travellers only, with their own toilet. There are no rubbish facilities, all waste is to be taken with you when you leave. Campers must adhere to fire ban regulations. ** 4whd access only during winter. Please note that the site is located next to a creek with free access to the flowing water, it may pose as a drowning risk for some.
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Brookside Farm

1 site · RV, Tent85 acres · Bugle Ranges, SA
Just 5 kms from Mt Barker, this 85 acre working horse property offers sweeping views across the Bugle Ranges from a sweeping hilltop site. There is a natural creek with a concreted bridge crossing, beautiful post and rail fencing and pastures with old big gum trees. Your campsite is enclosed by fencing on a hilltop. Wake up to the sunrise over the ranges, overlooking green fields of horses and spring foals grazing. Please note that this is a working farm, so the horses will be handled by staff during the day, but your campsite will no be disturbed. If you are seeking to unplug and love horses, Brookside is perfect for you! FINDING THE CAMPSITE: 1. Enter the property through the main gate 2. Turn LEFT after getting through the gate 3. Go ~200m along the gravel road, crossing over a small concreted bridge 4. Continue ~100m up the hill after the cross 5. Turn RIGHT at the Y Junction (away from the house to the LEFT) 6. Follow the laneway up the Hill for ~ 350m, until you reach a gateway at the Hilltop site. 7. Park and camp anywhere in the mowed hilltop area, staying within the fenced after after the gate. Any questions, please message us! THINGS TO KNOW: 1. WORKING FARM- This is a working farm, meaning livestock, machines and owners are sometimes at work elsewhere on the property during daylight hours (including weekends). 2. CAMP AREA- You must keep to the designated campsite- do cross fences, enter paddocks, go into outbuildings, climb on machinery or interact with the livestock. 3. HORSES- there are stallions, foals and pregnant mares on the property, which can be unpredictable and sometimes defensive. Please DO NOT feed, pat or go into the yards with any horses for your own safety. 4. CFS & PETS- Strictly NO campfires due to bushfire risks and NO pets due to biosecurity for farm animals. 5. PHOTOS- Photography is welcome of the landscape and outlook, but we request no photos of people and our working operations. No drones please.
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Rocky Dale Farm

1 site · Tent18 acres · Hindmarsh Valley, SA
This is a campsite for those who want the best of both worlds, the serenity of the Australian Bush, but close to all the modern conveniences and holiday activities. Surrounded by the Hindmarsh Valley National Park and a working sheep farm, you’ll be sharing this campsite with the local kangaroos, and if you’re lucky, an echidna or two. There’s a creek running through, and vibrant bird life. Nearby is a beautiful bush-walk through the Mount Billy Conservation Park. Situated half way between Myponga and Victor Harbor, only 15 minutes to either, there are many activities available. Kayaking on the Myponga reservoir, or surfing, swimming and sun bathing at either Horseshoe Bay or Waitpinga. Urimbirra wildlife park is less than 10 minutes away, and around the corner is the Softfoot Alpaca Farm, with the on-site Swagman Restaurant. Also in Hindmarsh Valley is the lovely restaurant Lost Phoenix Farm.
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Green Pastures Retreat

6 sites · RVs185 acres · Inman Valley, SA
A woking beef and sheep property which ensures peace and serenity for your stay. Beautiful valley views plus lots of birdlife and native fauna e.g. kangaroos and echidnas. Enjoy the night sky and the stars. With only 6 sites in total you will have an exclusive and peaceful visit. You will not feel like you're 'in just another caravan park'. Close to the Heysen Trail for great walking experiences, or lovely cycling routes. We also sell fresh free-range eggs. The only sounds will be of birdlife and maybe the odd farm animal sounds.
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Bambrick Farmstay

1 site · RV, Tent10 acres · Hindmarsh Valley, SA
A 10-acre property used as a quiet sanctuary for folk to unwind and relax, away from the busy city and noisy caravan parks. We host retreat and wellness weekends for small groups and accept adults who want a peaceful stop over. This is a place for quiet travelers, artists, and outdoor lovers looking for a peaceful camp. We have an open dam on the property and for this reason, do not to accept bookings with children and pets, we do occasionally allow guide dogs. You will need to ask permission and give details before booking if you want to bring a pet. We have a few rescue alpacas, sheep, and other small animals on site that will live out their lives in peace. There are many native animals to enjoy watching including kangaroos, native birds, bats, etc. A native tree reforestation project has taken place and the owners are all about regenerating the land. No poisons or sprays are used. This is a place to connect with nature, there is a mixture of trees and native plants, and a winter creek runs through the property that fills a small dam and creates a small waterfall when flowing. There is also a loo with a view which is a composting toilet built from recycled materials. We are just a 10-minutes drive from Victor Harbor where all boating, surfing, shopping, and restaurants are located. We have an onsite Studio with Treatments available including Reiki, Massage, Yoga, Meditation & Drumming.
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Welcome to Hipcamp! Looking for a camping experience near Adelaide Hills, South Australia, with a preference for being near a river? You're in luck! We have over 420 options available that fit your criteria. Whether you're looking for a cosy spot by the water or a secluded riverfront retreat, we've got you covered. And with campsites like Edgehill Farm Stays Riverton (265 reviews), Breakaway Farmstay (158 reviews), and Pymbroke (96 reviews), you can trust that you're in for a memorable stay. Our campsites offer popular facilities like toilets, cooking equipment, and the option for campfires, making your experience convenient and comfortable. And with popular activities like swimming, wind sports, and hiking nearby, you'll have plenty to keep you entertained. So pack your gear and get ready for an amazing camping experience in Adelaide Hills, South Australia!

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