98% (382) • 9 campsites
Top-rated campgrounds near Ngunnawal
Maddara.Organic.Farm.and.Art
1. Maddara.Organic.Farm.and.Art
99%
(172)
23km from Ngunnawal · 10 sites · Tents, RVs, Lodging
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, installed watering infrastructure, and built our house, which we finally moved into 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 you're 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, rabbi,t 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 fire pit, drinking water, and a camp kitchen. The fire pit 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 your pets to stay on-site; this includes horses.
If you want exclusive use of the paddocks, refer to Group Bush Retreat.
Pets
Toilets
Campfires
from
AU$85
/ night
Shepherds Rest
2. Shepherds Rest
99%
(134)
46km from Ngunnawal · 5 sites · Tents, RVs, Lodging
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. 15mins from the quaint town of Bungendore.
Pets
Toilets
Campfires
from
AU$49
/ night
Stary Ponds
3. Stary Ponds
93%
(37)
72km from Ngunnawal · 7 sites · Tents, RVs, Lodging
A peaceful space with lots of trees and waterways as well as an abundance of wildlife such as deer, kangaroo, black cockatoos, butterflies and so many gorgeous birds.
The landscape is varied, with lots of options to explore. From hiking the mountainous steep terrains, to meandering through the many ponds and waterways, or discovering the cleared trails ready for a beautiful bush walk or ride through nature.
The peace at night and the stars are unlike anything I've seen, absolutely breathtaking, and only 15 minutes from all the modern amenities you may need.
We offer several camping sites, a cabin and a large teepee.
Pets
Toilets
Campfires
from
AU$121
/ night
Nugget And Brumby's
4. Nugget And Brumby's
60km from Ngunnawal · 2 sites
Under an hour from Canberra and three hours from Sydney, our Tiny Caravan is a gorgeous retreat—an absolute labour of love made mostly from reclaimed materials.
Tucked away on 83 acres of box–gum grassy woodlands between Bungendore and Braidwood, it’s the perfect spot to unplug, write, wander the kangaroo trails, soak in an outdoor bath under the stars, or simply breathe a little deeper.
If you’re keen for a simple, soulful escape, come stay here.
Pets
Toilets
Showers
from
AU$158
/ night
98% (382) • 9 campsites
Top-rated campgrounds near Ngunnawal
Maddara.Organic.Farm.and.Art
1. Maddara.Organic.Farm.and.Art
99%
(172)
23km from Ngunnawal · 10 sites · Tents, RVs, Lodging
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, installed watering infrastructure, and built our house, which we finally moved into 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 you're 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, rabbi,t 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 fire pit, drinking water, and a camp kitchen. The fire pit 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 your pets to stay on-site; this includes horses.
If you want exclusive use of the paddocks, refer to Group Bush Retreat.
Pets
Toilets
Campfires
from
AU$85
/ night
Shepherds Rest
2. Shepherds Rest
99%
(134)
46km from Ngunnawal · 5 sites · Tents, RVs, Lodging
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. 15mins from the quaint town of Bungendore.
Pets
Toilets
Campfires
from
AU$49
/ night
Stary Ponds
3. Stary Ponds
93%
(37)
72km from Ngunnawal · 7 sites · Tents, RVs, Lodging
A peaceful space with lots of trees and waterways as well as an abundance of wildlife such as deer, kangaroo, black cockatoos, butterflies and so many gorgeous birds.
The landscape is varied, with lots of options to explore. From hiking the mountainous steep terrains, to meandering through the many ponds and waterways, or discovering the cleared trails ready for a beautiful bush walk or ride through nature.
The peace at night and the stars are unlike anything I've seen, absolutely breathtaking, and only 15 minutes from all the modern amenities you may need.
We offer several camping sites, a cabin and a large teepee.
Pets
Toilets
Campfires
from
AU$121
/ night
Nugget And Brumby's
4. Nugget And Brumby's
60km from Ngunnawal · 2 sites
Under an hour from Canberra and three hours from Sydney, our Tiny Caravan is a gorgeous retreat—an absolute labour of love made mostly from reclaimed materials.
Tucked away on 83 acres of box–gum grassy woodlands between Bungendore and Braidwood, it’s the perfect spot to unplug, write, wander the kangaroo trails, soak in an outdoor bath under the stars, or simply breathe a little deeper.
If you’re keen for a simple, soulful escape, come stay here.
Pets
Toilets
Showers
from
AU$158
/ night
Recent reviews from the Hipcamp community
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Rhea
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Leanne
March 2026
With pets
My service dog and I had such a great time.
Jacqui made us feel welcome and we were able to stroll around the farm looking at the animals. A peaceful place to stay and beautiful views. We stayed in the barn accommodation and looking forward to returning and camping at one of the campsites. I would definitely recommend to anyone who enjoys being out of the hustle and bustle of the city but close enough if you wanted to visit towns nearby.
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Charlotte
January 2026
3 nights at Shepherds Rest
My friend and I both stayed at Jackie’s farm called the Shepherd. We stayed in what’s called the barn and I have everything to say other than a complaint. This was one of my most memorable experiences and Jackie was a blessed human and that was what stuck out to us. We had amazing sleeps, the mornings were unforgettable, and the sunset with the friendly llama and goats was memory in itself. Everything was super clear and easy directions, not too far from Canberra either. everything was super aesthetic, clean, and well maintained, especially the wooden hut as a bathroom. We will be back Jacqui!!!!
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May
January 2026
With pets
The Campervan at Margot's was the perfect getaway for someone who doesn't have all the gear but still enjoys some time outdoors! The owners were very attentive and welcoming of me and my dog.
We went hiking on the property and surrounding towns. Its proximity to Canberra and wineries also make it the perfect little getaway!
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Wade
January 2026
With pets
Beautiful location so green and wildlife filled, extremely welcoming family
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Georgina
January 2026
With pets
I spent New Year’s Eve in the Barn Room with my dog to escape the fireworks and chaos in my beachside town. It was perfect!
The massive paddock was well fenced and mowed and my dog loved running around with Jacqui’s two dogs. Such peace of mind knowing my dog could amuse herself and run free.
Jacqui was incredibly helpful and hospitable.
The facilities were great and I loved the rustic wooden bathhouse. Great to have wifi access and Telstra signal isn’t great, especially during peak holiday time. The sunset was spectacular and it was incredibly quiet. A beautiful peaceful place.
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Jigme
December 2025
With pets
We had an amazing glamping experience! The host and service were excellent—very welcoming and thoughtful. The place is peaceful and perfectly located in the middle of nature, which made it truly relaxing. The host generously provided lots of free firewood and fresh eggs, which was a lovely touch. The tent was spacious and comfortable and my dog enjoyed the stay even more than we did! We were also given free BBQ equipment and gas, which made our evenings even better. Highly recommended for anyone looking for a calm getaway close to nature. Just make sure to bring enough drinking water.
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jen
November 2025
With pets
We loved our stay at in both the barn room and shipping containers. Clean and well equipped kitchen and shared bathroom. Scenic with great views and surrounds. Even with a group of campers in tents sharing the facilities it worked out well. Family friendly.
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Tom
November 2025
Weekend Trip to Shepherds Rest
Lovely spot on a beautiful landscape; just the quiet escaped that we needed. The grass was nicely mown on arrival and enjoyed all the additional blankets to keep warm.
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Simone
October 2025
With kids
Great place to relax and watch the sunset! Comfortable and all amenities to hand. Jackie was a wonderful host and her animals were very friendly!
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Mateusz
October 2025
With pets
My partner and I loved it. It was easy to find and very cosy. Great facilities and a stunning sunset! Would definitely recommend.
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Clive
October 2025
With kids
Very well located camping facility next to Goulburn. The designated area has some open grass for campfires and general activities, trees to explore and collect firewood from, and a small pond. Our 2-night stay gave us the chance to switch off from the city and immerse in the sounds of frogs and birds at night, while daytime was spent spotting the odd wallaby (and a feral deer) amongst the woods. It was also very nice for the hosts to put our 2 tents close to each other, since we came as 2 families and this allowed us to do all activities together instead of being on opposite ends of the property. Omar and Mya are very hospitable hosts and have excellent knowledge of their property to make a stay here a real treat!
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Clare
September 2025
With pets
Shepherd's Rest is a magic little spot. We stayed in the Barn Room and it was so comfortable and cozy... Not that we were in it much! The property and amenities are awesome, so much secure space for the kids to roam, a beautiful bathroom (love the bath) and gorgeous little kitchen. The animals are very curious and friendly (especially Squashy the llama!) and our dog got on really well with Jacqui's own sweet doggo. Jacqui was an exceptional host, so friendly, helpful and accommodating. We can't wait to plan our next trip back!
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Zairet
August 2025
1 night at Maddara.Organic.Farm.and.Art
The place is stunning! Very spacious, toilets and showers were in absolutely good conditions. Margot and her husband Mike welcomed us very warmly. They were checking on us for our arrival and even offered extra blankets for the cold night. I would recommend this place very much. Clear indications and feel welcomed is all we need to have lovely experience.
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Olive
July 2025
Weekend Trip to Stary Ponds
Beautiful camping spot! There was so much gorgeous bushland surrounding the camp site, it was incredibly beautiful and peaceful. Host was very gracious and helpful and the set up was gorgeous!
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Vivek
July 2025
Weekend Trip to Shepherds Rest
Had a great time here with my partner. The animals were very cute, and Jacqui is super friendly 👌🏾
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Ju Hee
July 2025
2 nights at Maddara.Organic.Farm.and.Art
It was a wonderful experience staying two nights in the van. It protected us from a cold rainy winter night. It was supposed to be feels like minus 1 degree night but we felt warm enough with extra blankets provided by Margot. My two kids made an unforgettable memory of sleeping in a van, cooking on campfire and running down the hill all day in peaceful surroundings. Loved it.
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Matthew
June 2025
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Joanne
June 2025
With kids
We had a lovely stay – such a peaceful and beautiful location! The tent was cosy and very comfortable for two adults. It was a bit of a squeeze with kids, but we made it work and they absolutely loved collecting wood and exploring the area.
The space was clean, and the beds were great – warm and inviting after a day outside. There’s a grill over the firepit and plenty of wood around to collect, which made for great family fun.
Do note that there’s no cooking equipment or seating, so we recommend bringing your own table, chairs, and kitchen/eating gear. Also, if you’re staying in cooler weather, bring a few extra blankets.
A lovely glamping experience overall. Thanks for having us!
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nadia
May 2025
Weekend Trip to Shepherds Rest
Jacqui was a wonderful host, it’s a beautiful peaceful spot! Thanks
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