The Freedom Farm River Paradise
25 acres hosted by Johanna B.
2 RV/tent sites
Family-friendly
Recent Hipcampers say this Hipcamp is great for families and kids.
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Private sites
100% of recent Hipcampers say the sites felt private.
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94% Recommend59 ratings · 36 reviews
Camping near Sydney offers a mix of beautiful river views, private spots, and the convenience of nearby towns, making it a great escape from the city. Visitors appreciate the availability of kayaks, canoes, and a compost toilet which add to the camping experience. However, the presence of mosquitoes is a frequent concern, especially after rainy weather, and long grass at the campsite can be uncomfortable. Despite these issues, the area's natural beauty and peaceful atmosphere keep campers coming back.
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Alex A.
2 reviews
Another lovely camping trip at the Freedom Farm, this time with my young god son. We had a great time fishing, walking, talking and the weather was terrific. The only negative was the grass around the camping area was quite long and there was long dry grass clippings where the grass had been cut.
Jason S.
2 months on Hipcamp
Recommends
· April 2025
Tent · Group trip ·
Gumtree Grove
So peaceful and isolated. Amazing spot to get away from everything and just relax.
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Hannah S.
2 reviews
Recommends
· February 2025
Nice spot for a weekend away
Tent · Group trip ·
Marabalang - Mangrove Place
Johanna’s place was great for a close camp to Sydney. It was super private and quiet and we loved floating down the river from the pontoon to our camp site!
Only watch out is there are a fair few mozzies knocking about (to be expected when you’re near water and it has been raining just before we arrived) so take lots of bug spray and coils etc.
Spencer is also a cute town nearby worth a visit! Would book again. Thanks Johanna
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Renae A.
5 months on Hipcamp
We had 2 x families (with teenagers) with camper trailers and the space was great. Close to the swimming beach where we lazed in the water, paddle board and canoed. Only downside were mozzies but expected near mangroves. Just take a heap of bug spray. Will be on our list of places to return.
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Chris R.
2 reviews
Mixed feelings
· January 2025
Experience nature's embrace
13 ft pop-up camper · With kids ·
Marabalang - Mangrove Place
We were unlucky with the weather, but otherwise had a great time at Marabalang. The site access is easy for anything smaller than a camper trailer. The range of equipment for use at the site, including your choice of kayaks and canoes, even crab traps, was especially handy. The only negative (and to be expected at a mangrove site in rainy weather) was the plague-swarm of mosquitoes direct from the pits of hell itself. Bring plenty of repellent!
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Tim H.
6 months on Hipcamp
Recommends
· December 2024
13 ft Class B · With kids ·
Marabalang - Mangrove Place
The river and beach are amazing. It's cool, deep and doesn't flow too fast. We travelled with two families with kids ranging from 8 years old to 21 years old. All had a lovely time. At first, we thought you could only walk in through the very muddy bank but found the beach area by the gazebo and kayaks. The toilet worked amazingly well and didn't smell. We were the only ones at our campsite. The only negative was that the grass was quite long and itchy to walk through.
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Lower Mangrove, New South Wales, AustraliaTo respect the Host's privacy, the precise address of this land will be provided after booking
Hosted by Johanna B.
Joined in October 2021Response rate: 100%Response time: Within an hour
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