The best camping near Namadgi National Park
Discover the most magical spots to pitch your tent or park your rig on your next Namadgi National Park adventure.
Mountains, wildlife, and bush camping right beside the nation’s capital.
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Bahwidgee on Tumut River
140 sites · RVs, Tents150 acres · Bombowlee, NSW
Located on the stunning Tumut River, where cool groves of black wattle line the riverbank, offering shade, privacy, and comfort. Here you have clear Snowy River water at your doorstep. It's so fresh we drink it!
Each camping site is by the river, prime position for fishing, canoeing, and swimming. Based on availability, you are welcome to choose your spot on arrival. All options are grassed and level.
You will have access to a pit toilet, otherwise, please BYO facilities. Small campfires are welcome in the fire pits provided, or BYO firepit (permitting there are no restrictions in place at the time). Firewood can be purchased at the time of booking.
We're pet-friendly, so you're welcome to bring your four-legged friends along! Please note, however, that we are a working farm and as such farm activities are going on, and we have resident animals, so please keep your pets under control at all times.
Also, please ensure kids are supervised at all times, particularly around the river. Lifejackets are recommended.
During your time here, visit the local farm gates in Tumut, Batlow, Tumbarumba, and Adelong for their delicious high-country produce. There are also some beautiful swimming spots and walks to discover in the region, as well as good facilities in town, including the local swimming pool and shopping centre. Enjoy a local brew and bite to eat at the Tumut brewery. Bahwidgee is just 3km from the Tumut town centre - so close you could ride in, or even walk.
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Maddara.Organic.Farm.and.Art
9 sites · Lodging, RVs, Tents120 acres · Yass River, NSW
Once a much larger property, we purchased our 120-acre (50-hectare) in 1984 as a means to live sustainably and raise a family.
Living in our shed whilst we prepared the garden, put in watering infrastructure and built our house which we finally moved in when our daughter was 6 months old in 1990.
Over the ensuing years we have continued to increase biodiversity on the property and set it up so we can live sustainably, harvesting our own water, electricity and food.
If your lucky you could get a hamper of our product when there is sufficient in season.
With the increased biodiversity you will find that in the mornings and evenings kangaroos and wallabies will visit with the occasional echidna, rabbit and hare; and to forget the large array of bird life - that may wake you early in the morning with the songs.
This campsite is set on lovely grassy open areas interspersed with gum trees. The sunrise looks spectacular near the dam, when the trees give off a lovely glow.
The main paddock has a Geodome, a shared space for relaxing in. With all that space you can park and set up camp anywhere in the paddock.
There is access to drinking water, toilets, and a hot shower.
Around the dome is a firepit, drinking water and a camp kitchen. The firepit features an Argentinian BBQ and a plate for cooking. The kitchen has plates, cups, cutlery, and other bits and pieces for you to use.
We also allow for your pets to stay onsite, this also includes horses.
If you want exclusive use of the paddocks - refer to Group Bush Retreat.
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Goolabri Estate
57 sites · RVs, Tents300 acres · NSW
You are invited to camp on what was once a golf course, and always has been surrounded by natural bushland.
Situated only 20 minutes from Canberra, we offer you the opportunity to escape from the hustle and bustle of the city and immerse yourself in a peaceful country experience.
There are dams to camp near, and a beautiful nature reserve where you can take a peaceful walk. If you would like to have a wander and experience some untouched bushland, please ask and we can provide simple directions.
Bird watching and wildlife observation is unavoidable, and we recommend downloading the ACT Field Guide app. Enjoy your morning coffee surrounded by kangaroos and cockatoos.
Suitable for Tents, Campers, Vans and Caravans, with good access for 2WD and caravans.
Must have own amenities. There are no toilets on site and you need to take everything away with you.
Small campfires are permitted in designated areas, when restrictions aren't in place. You may use dead wood that you find on the golf course area as firewood. Please do not gather firewood from the nature reserve, for wildlife's sake.
Pets are not permitted.
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Coots Creek Campground
12 sites · RVs, Tents240 acres · Nanima, NSW
Following so many positive experiences with Hipcamp the owners decided to open up their beautiful 240acre cattle property to other Hipcampers, to share the beauty of the land and its flora and fauna in a pieceful environment, to develop friendships and operate the park during their retirement years.
Patrons have enjoyed the easy accessibility,
stunning sunset views and
the peace and quiet of feeling like they are a million miles away from civilization.
All sites in the Campground area
are sited to give maximum privacy and safety from any fire threat, with plenty of room to place
tents/vans for best viewing position.
Campground Sites x 8
Beautiful private
sites that feel like you are away from the rest of the world.
Watch kangaroos, wallaroos and wedge tail eagles. Drive through comfort for large Caravans/RV.
- Campers are encouraged to BYO Toilet, greywatertank
and fresh water – potable water available for refill of tanks.
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Shepherds Rest
5 sites · Lodging, RVs, Tents30 acres · Mount Fairy, NSW
Beautiful open views across rolling hills and paddocks.
Sit by the dam and enjoy the views.
Meet the goats, llama and chickens.
Walk the farm paddocks with the goats. Mountain bike on country roads.
Various sites to choose from.
Only 45 mins from Canberra.
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Anthan Farm
5 sites · RVs, Tents100 acres · Warri, NSW
100 aces to explore around the farm. Come at stay and wake up in the morning to free fresh farm eggs.
Have fun feeding all the animals in the morning. Piglets, baby chicks, and geese to name a few.
Nearby is beautiful Monga National Park, which stretches from Braidwood towards the South Coast. You can enjoy walking along the Penance Grove track. After meandering around the ancient rainforest, enjoy the free BBQ facilities at the Mongarlowe River.
Just 15 minutes to the town of Braidwood which is famous for its rare truffles, Braidwood is one of the prettiest towns in the state. It’s the halfway point between Canberra and the South Coast, so you’ll often find its streets brimming with travellers stopping for a lunch break or to browse the antique stores.
20 minutes to Bungendore, 15 minutes to historic Braidwood, 45 minutes to Batemans Bay and 60 minutes to Canberra (approx.).
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Tumut Valley Holiday Park
75 sites · Lodging, RVs, Tents9 acres · Tumut, NSW
Built in 1962 and locally owned since, The park has be purchased by 2 families from Wollongong and is under the management of Darrel (Operations Manager) & Brett (Guest Services).
Tumut Valley Holiday Park is a quiet, leafy, relaxed family park overlooking lush farmland and the Tumut River.
Tumut is situated at the northern end of the Snowy Mountains, and is particularly attractive during the autumn when the thousands of poplars and deciduous trees erupt into rich colours.
The park is pet friendly and all our sites have power access and include use of our amenities.
As this is a family friendly park we ask all campers to be respectful of their neighbours and noise to be kept to a minimum after 10pm.
First Aid Officers and AED onsite 24/7
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Witts End
14 sites · Lodging, RVs, Tents12 acres · Krawarree, NSW
Spend some time exploring the Deua National Park which is home to the Big Hole and the Marble Arch. Stroll along the banks of the Shoalhaven River and go for a dip.We offer powered and unpowered camping, a cabin and a hut. The property has two large grass sites where power can be provided. Located a short stroll to amenities and approx 50m from the dam where you can sit and relax or enjoy your meals at a communal BBQ area. The campsites have access to a toilet, shower and laundry. Guests can enjoy use of drinking water, a picnic table for meals and rubbish facilities.Louisa's Cabin is a studio style cabin with a small kitchenette (water from outdoor tank), cosy couches around an indoor fireplace and a lush King Bed. The bathroom is a shared amenities block with 2 showers and 3 toilets a short walk through the gardens. There is access to a laundry.Paddy's Hut is self-contained for your comfort, and the perfect location for a family getaway, a group of friends to relax and unwind, or offer the creature comforts to stage you wildlife adventures from.Enjoy the evenings around the campfire as you tell tales under the stars.Pets are welcome, but please be aware the owners have two of their own friendly dogs who are likely to stop by and say hello.
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Michelago Farm Camping
8 sites · Lodging, RVs, Tents12 acres · Michelago, NSW
Large open paddock with easy access from Monaro Highway, great for camping with amazing views of the mountains.
The access road is dirt road. Ok for caravans.
Dog friendly (must be well behaved around our animals and not chase them). We have Alpacas in our camping paddocks so your dog must be kept under control at all times.
We have a composting toilet available for campers to use.
Mobile phone reception in the area is around 3-4 bars 4G on Optus and 3-4 bars 3G on Telstra.
Please bring your own wood for camp fires or you can purchase a barrow of bush wood from us in the extras. We prefer you not to collect your own wood (other than starter sticks/branches) as we are trying to maintain logs, branches, ground cover on the ground for native birds, lizards, etc.
Private outdoor yoga sessions are available if booked in advance or you can book into the local classes on Thursday nights.
All camp fees are being used to rehabilitate our property with plants that are native to our area and restore the land.
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Burrendah Farm Camp
3 sites · RVs, Tents200 acres · Wallaroo, NSW
200 acres of beautiful farmland situated on the banks of the Murrumbidgee River. Enjoy a campsite overlooking the stunning Brindabellas or a small spot next to the dam, if you bring your 4WD.
There are plenty of local food and wine venues in the surrounding area for you to enjoy.
Pets are welcome but we do have livestock on the property, so please keep them on leash.
Campfires are allowed as long as there are no fire restrictions in place.
All campers must have their own supplies and be self sufficient as we do not supply any amenities: you will need to be self-contained with own camping toilet, shower and water. Please do not dig a toilet hole, even though you leave it covered, it doesn't take long for the foxes to dig it up!!
There is mobile reception. No shooting, archery or hunting.
Camper trailers and caravans are welcome but can only stay at the easily accessible camp site.
Please note, the road to the river is now impassable even for 4WD - we will update here when it is back up to scratch. But you do get your pick of 2 other lovely sites!
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Little River Mountains
9 sites · RVs, Tents30 acres · Tumut, NSW
We are located a short drive from Tumut in the Snowy Mountains region.
Pitch your tent or RV overlooking the gorgeous mountains. We are half a kilometre from the main road behind locked gates, and just 10 minutes from town for all your supply needs.
There are plenty of scenic walks and fishing spots nearby, at camp you can enjoy complete privacy.
There is a shower and toilet available which is separate from the main residence. There is also bar fridge, large chest freezer, jug, toaster, and microwave available, We are on tank water and can offer drinking water. We ask that you are conservative with your water use, and we encourage you to bring your own.
Enjoy waking up to the tranquil sounds of wildlife of all sorts, (not having to hear any traffic being 500meters off the main road). plus the views of the kangaroos in the mornings is pleasant too!
The campsite is accessible by 2WD and we can accommodate all types of camping vehicles. You will need to level your vehicle depending on which site you choose.
Your pet is welcome to join you.
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Southern Tablelands Bush Camping
2 sites · RVs, Tents2700 acres · Bungendore, NSW
Peaceful unspoilt bush and farm land on the Great Dividing Range. 1 hour from Canberra, 3 hours from Sydney. Turn off highway down 6.5km private gravel road, then follow short dirt tracks into campsites.
Choice of two secluded campgrounds over 1km apart; only one private group per campground. Campfires allowed when conditions permit, free firewood supplied. No services (power, water, sewerage, rubbish collection or wifi).
Peppermint Gum Group Campground is well established and suits larger groups of friends or 2-3 families (max 16 guests). Located in 1.6ha (4 acres) of grassy woodland, it offers a good choice of mown campsites in shade or sun. A large communal clearing is centrally located for group gatherings, with a rustic camp kitchen hut for all-weather cooking and eating. A pit toilet is a short walk away, with handwashing station and views!
Snowgums Campsite is a smaller campsite for up to 6 people, on a low forested ridge overlooking Sandhills Creek below. 3 separate mown tent sites and a campfire clearing in protected snowgums forest.
Several kilometres of marked walking trails within the property. Explore the creek line, hike up the mountain to the old stone trig point, walk to the swimming hole on the creek with jetty, picnic area and rowboat. Numerous picnic spots. A swimming dam, jetty, and picnic sites are accessible via marked walking and driving tracks. There are also several kms of walking tracks directly from the campsite along Sandhills Creek and the 'mountain paddock'.
Owners live further along the road on the property, and can be contacted if needed. A separate AirBnB house is located on the property; please respect the privacy of fellow guests.
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The best camping near Namadgi National Park guide
Overview
About
Parks and reserves make up more than half of the Australian Capital Territory (ACT), and Namadgi is the largest of them. Nearby Canberra, defies most preconceptions of what a capital city looks like, and its proximity to the mountains and bush of the Namadgi National Park is another pleasant surprise for campers wanting to escape the city. Three campsites can be found within the park, while many others dot the area just outside. All three can be accessed by vehicle, and walkers in the park are allowed to wild camp in many areas. It’s easy to see why Namadgi is a favourite getaway for Canberrans.
Notable campgrounds
- Best for groups: Honeysuckle Campground has space for small and large groups.
- Best for vehicles: Orroral Campground is suitable for caravans and trailers.
- Best for families: Cotter Campground, just outside the park, is well-equipped.
Tips for snagging a campsite
- All campsites within the park require a reservation, and fees apply. Some campgrounds have maximum stay limits that make them inappropriate for long stays.
- Bookings can be made online, via the ACT Park and Conservation Service website. You can book online for tent camping and for up to four caravans or camper trailers.
- Larger groups may need a permit to camp in Namadgi and should apply to the ACT Government online. This should be done at least 28 days in advance of your intended stay. Very large groups need a lead time of 6 months or more.
When to go
The ACT experiences very hot, dry summers and cold winters, with frost and even snow not uncommon in the mountains. Summer brings a high risk of bushfires, which can start and spread very quickly. Most campers will find the conditions most comfortable for camping and hiking in spring and autumn, when daytime temperatures will be warm but not too hot.
Know before you go
- Although wild backpack camping is allowed in most parts of the park, the exception is in the lower and middle portions of the Cotter Catchment area of the park’s northwest.
- Wild camping is allowed in the upper Cotter Catchment area, but you’ll need a permit.
- Generators aren’t allowed at the campgrounds and firewood is not supplied. Firewood can be bought from the Namadgi Visitor Centre.
- Dogs aren’t permitted at the campground within the national park boundaries, but there are dog-friendly campgrounds in a few places right next to the park.
- The Honeysuckle and Orroral campgrounds contain composting or pit toilets that are wheelchair accessible.
- There are some huts within the park, but these are for emergency use only and campers shouldn’t plan to spend the night in them.
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