The best waterside campgrounds near Ballina, New South Wales

Looking for waterside camping near Ballina? You’ve got over 1,300 options, from tidal rivers to quiet lake edges, all within reach of sandy beaches. Average sites run about $48 a night, but you can find spots as low as $10 if you’re quick. Campers rave about Misty Mountain - Kunghur (1,071 reviews), where platypus paddle at dawn, and The Sleepy Hollow Manor Estate (1,053 reviews), which sits right on a lush billabong. If you want rainforest creeks, Natural Bridge Retreat (810 reviews) is a solid pick. Most sites offer toilets, hot showers, and allow campfires. Between wildlife-watching, early morning hikes, and surfing breaks, you won’t run out of things to do or places to explore along the water.

96% (12.7K)

Top-rated campgrounds

1. The Sleepy Hollow Manor Estate

97%

(1668)

50km from Ballina · 20 sites · Tents, RVs · Sleepy Hollow, NSW

Welcome to SLEEPY HOLLOW MANOR ESTATE, A family farm Acting under the state government agricultural tourism reform allowing primary producers and livestock farms such as us on RU2 property to have visitors. As part of this we have to follow some simple protocol! Unfortunately, we have had some issues with local council which now monitor our movements closely and we ask that you follow these simple rules extremely closely failure to do may cause us to reject your booking and may incur penalties to both of us as the landholders and also the camper. 1. STRICTLY No Caravans, RV's, Tents or Any Camping site is to be set up within 50 meters of the creek. 2. No more that 20 people camping on the property at one time. 3. Zero impact to the land and surrounds treat it like you would a national park. 4. All waste must be bagged and taken off site with you. PLEASE BE SURE TO READ ALL OF OUR BIO ITS LONG BUT YOU'LL GET ALL THE INFORMATION YOU NEED! CALL 0480 684 888 We are also available for Weddings, Birthdays and other day time gatherings. Speak to us about using us for a working space for corporate or business trips, Collaborations and more......... You may of already seen us on TV? - The Weekender - Creek to Coast - The Great Outdoors - ABC Landline Find us on Instagram: the_sleepy_hollow_manor_estate * Site map is here on pinned stories* Facebook: The Sleepy Hollow Manor Estate Find us on google maps. Please read our full property profiles for further information We are "The Sleepy Hollow Manor Estate" located in the heart of the breathtaking Sleepy Hollow Valley which is hidden snugly between the small seaside town of Pottsville and the Tweed Valley... Once you're here you feel all your worries and stress drift away as you unwind and relax in the Manor estate and its surrounds. A farm with a difference with a small-scale ECO low impact primitive camping style based under the NSW State agriculture tourism reform Enjoy the peace and tranquility as you hear the birds or just sit watching the water trickle through the creeks and waterholes. we have array of wildlife on our estate and its surrounds.

2. Evans Head Camping

98%

(66)

30km from Ballina · 2 sites · Tents, RVs · Doonbah, NSW

Our powered site gives you a bathroom with hot water shower, septic toilet and sink. Part of a shed with a tv, radio, fridge and tables, a bbq, fire pit and plenty of space to spread out. Firewood is available on site only for $25.00 per night and includes 30 kg of seasoned split firewood and 10 kg of kindling/fire starters per night. Firewood must be ordered through Hipcamp with no refunds available. TO BE CONSCIOUS OF BIOSECURITY COMPLIANCE, NO FIREWOOD IS TO BE BROUGHT INTO OR TAKEN FROM OUR PROPERTY. Evans Head Camping is a peaceful, tranquil, private property within 4km of the beautiful beaches, river and township of Evans Head, on the Far North Coast of NSW. Surfing, fishing, bushwalking, swimming are popular activities in Evans Head. There are ample shops, IGA, SPA, Post Office, Newsagents, Butcher, Muzza's Milk Bar, just to name a few. Dining options - Evans Head RSL, Evans Head Bowlo, Illawong Hotel, plus thai, Japxican, fish and chip take away. 4WD Beach Access is located at Airforce Beach, about 4km's away. Woodburn-Evans Head Golf Club is a 5min drive. Activities include kayaking, bird watching, bushwalking, photography and just relaxing while listening to the birdlife. Koalas and kangaroos are regular visitors. The property is only available for camping weekends (varied nights) public holidays, and Easter and Christmas holidays. Enjoy the benefits of beautiful Evans Head, without sharing your campsite with the tourist crowds! Evans Head Camping also provides a safe and secure location for your holiday set up while you're explore the beautiful Northern Rivers and beyond. Take a day trip to some of the most interesting places on the NSW Far North Coast, knowing that your van/tent is in a safe secure setting. We are only a 45min drive from world famous Byron Bay in the north or Yamba in the south, just over an hour to the Queensland Border, with many coastal, country and hinterland towns and National Parks, inviting many adventures.

Looking for waterside camping near Ballina? You’ve got over 1,300 options, from tidal rivers to quiet lake edges, all within reach of sandy beaches. Average sites run about $48 a night, but you can find spots as low as $10 if you’re quick. Campers rave about Misty Mountain - Kunghur (1,071 reviews), where platypus paddle at dawn, and The Sleepy Hollow Manor Estate (1,053 reviews), which sits right on a lush billabong. If you want rainforest creeks, Natural Bridge Retreat (810 reviews) is a solid pick. Most sites offer toilets, hot showers, and allow campfires. Between wildlife-watching, early morning hikes, and surfing breaks, you won’t run out of things to do or places to explore along the water.

96% (12.7K)

Top-rated campgrounds

1. The Sleepy Hollow Manor Estate

97%

(1668)

50km from Ballina · 20 sites · Tents, RVs · Sleepy Hollow, NSW

Welcome to SLEEPY HOLLOW MANOR ESTATE, A family farm Acting under the state government agricultural tourism reform allowing primary producers and livestock farms such as us on RU2 property to have visitors. As part of this we have to follow some simple protocol! Unfortunately, we have had some issues with local council which now monitor our movements closely and we ask that you follow these simple rules extremely closely failure to do may cause us to reject your booking and may incur penalties to both of us as the landholders and also the camper. 1. STRICTLY No Caravans, RV's, Tents or Any Camping site is to be set up within 50 meters of the creek. 2. No more that 20 people camping on the property at one time. 3. Zero impact to the land and surrounds treat it like you would a national park. 4. All waste must be bagged and taken off site with you. PLEASE BE SURE TO READ ALL OF OUR BIO ITS LONG BUT YOU'LL GET ALL THE INFORMATION YOU NEED! CALL 0480 684 888 We are also available for Weddings, Birthdays and other day time gatherings. Speak to us about using us for a working space for corporate or business trips, Collaborations and more......... You may of already seen us on TV? - The Weekender - Creek to Coast - The Great Outdoors - ABC Landline Find us on Instagram: the_sleepy_hollow_manor_estate * Site map is here on pinned stories* Facebook: The Sleepy Hollow Manor Estate Find us on google maps. Please read our full property profiles for further information We are "The Sleepy Hollow Manor Estate" located in the heart of the breathtaking Sleepy Hollow Valley which is hidden snugly between the small seaside town of Pottsville and the Tweed Valley... Once you're here you feel all your worries and stress drift away as you unwind and relax in the Manor estate and its surrounds. A farm with a difference with a small-scale ECO low impact primitive camping style based under the NSW State agriculture tourism reform Enjoy the peace and tranquility as you hear the birds or just sit watching the water trickle through the creeks and waterholes. we have array of wildlife on our estate and its surrounds.

2. Evans Head Camping

98%

(66)

30km from Ballina · 2 sites · Tents, RVs · Doonbah, NSW

Our powered site gives you a bathroom with hot water shower, septic toilet and sink. Part of a shed with a tv, radio, fridge and tables, a bbq, fire pit and plenty of space to spread out. Firewood is available on site only for $25.00 per night and includes 30 kg of seasoned split firewood and 10 kg of kindling/fire starters per night. Firewood must be ordered through Hipcamp with no refunds available. TO BE CONSCIOUS OF BIOSECURITY COMPLIANCE, NO FIREWOOD IS TO BE BROUGHT INTO OR TAKEN FROM OUR PROPERTY. Evans Head Camping is a peaceful, tranquil, private property within 4km of the beautiful beaches, river and township of Evans Head, on the Far North Coast of NSW. Surfing, fishing, bushwalking, swimming are popular activities in Evans Head. There are ample shops, IGA, SPA, Post Office, Newsagents, Butcher, Muzza's Milk Bar, just to name a few. Dining options - Evans Head RSL, Evans Head Bowlo, Illawong Hotel, plus thai, Japxican, fish and chip take away. 4WD Beach Access is located at Airforce Beach, about 4km's away. Woodburn-Evans Head Golf Club is a 5min drive. Activities include kayaking, bird watching, bushwalking, photography and just relaxing while listening to the birdlife. Koalas and kangaroos are regular visitors. The property is only available for camping weekends (varied nights) public holidays, and Easter and Christmas holidays. Enjoy the benefits of beautiful Evans Head, without sharing your campsite with the tourist crowds! Evans Head Camping also provides a safe and secure location for your holiday set up while you're explore the beautiful Northern Rivers and beyond. Take a day trip to some of the most interesting places on the NSW Far North Coast, knowing that your van/tent is in a safe secure setting. We are only a 45min drive from world famous Byron Bay in the north or Yamba in the south, just over an hour to the Queensland Border, with many coastal, country and hinterland towns and National Parks, inviting many adventures.

Stories from the community

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Hans

2 weeks ago

5 m pop-up camper

With pets

Weekend Trip to The Sleepy Hollow Manor Estate

Great getaway... beautiful property with easy access. Lots of choice for campsites with very friendly cattle grazing through the property.

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Shaun

2 weeks ago

5 m pop-up camper

Weekend Trip to The Sleepy Hollow Manor Estate

Tom was a super helpful and thoughtful guy. He guided us to a wonderful camp spot on his beautiful land. Highly recommend.

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Angelique

3 weeks ago

4 m pop-up camper

Weekend Trip to The Sleepy Hollow Manor Estate

I really enjoyed staying at this Hipcamp It was my first ever time doing a solo camping adventure All the instructions on how to get there were very clear and after I set up in a great location Tom came around and checked up on. Everybody made sure everything was fine and although the weather wasn’t great I had a wonderfully peaceful night and was woken up in the morning of the resident Cows. I wished I had a booked an extra night, but I definitely will be back

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Dave

November 2025

7 m travel trailer

Weekend Trip to The Sleepy Hollow Manor Estate

The entire area is so clean and well kept. So many areas to choose from to set up.

Mikayla

October 2025

Tent

Weekend Trip to The Sleepy Hollow Manor Estate

Such a beautiful property, so quiet and peaceful. We didn’t get the chance to meet Tom as our trip was very short and sweet! Thank you for having us, we’ll definitely be back!!

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shona

October 2025

9 m pop-up camper

1 night at The Sleepy Hollow Manor Estate

An idyllic spot. Very peaceful. Tom the host was very helpful. Hope to stay longer next time.

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Stacey

October 2025

Tent

Weekend Trip to The Sleepy Hollow Manor Estate

Our dog had lots of fun. Trees provided shade from the sun. The cows went home when the day was done. In terms of towns and beaches, Pottsville was a close one. Campsites were evenly spaced. Very relaxing, the day was slow paced. So many stars in the aerospace. We spent so many hours at the fireplace (2pm until 12am). The toilets were as clean as could be. Our time there was care-free. Rolling hills as far as we could see. Time so fun we forgot about tv. A bit scary at night… bourgeoisie?

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Malcolm

October 2025

Tent

Weekend Trip to Evans Head Camping

The deep fresh water lake that you have all to yourself is absolute heaven. Camping facilities are top quality, making it more like glamping.

Our first Hipcampers were so well set up!

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Helen

October 2025

Tent

Group trip

3 nights at Evans Head Camping

The camp ground is perfect. Just enough amenities to make camping comfortable, shed, fridge, fan, radio, tv, some tables and chairs, undercover area, toilets and shower. Yet rustic enough to still feel like you are camping. Set out so well with area for tents, a camp fire set up and such a beautiful property filled with a chorus of birds, kangaroos and koalas. Cameron was super helpful and went to a great deal of effort to accommodate the needs of our group and the program we were running with our young people and we really appreciated it. I’m pretty sure that most of the staff were thinking about returning with their families it’s such a wonderful spot.

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Pauline

October 2025

Tent

With kids

1 night at The Sleepy Hollow Manor Estate

Very pleasant stay away from everything and still close to the M1, so easy to access. Plenty space for each camper on a huge property. Perfect with kids with a lot of things to explore + cows. A bit expensive for basic amenities but that was a last minute booking on a busy weekend so, fair I guess.

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Sandy

October 2025

7 m Class A

Weekend Trip to The Sleepy Hollow Manor Estate

Wonderful spot. Tom and Jess were really welcoming. Can’t wait til the creek is running a bit to come back for a swim.

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Clea

October 2025

6 m travel trailer

With kids

3 nights at The Sleepy Hollow Manor Estate

A beautiful farm that was peaceful & had ample space/sites. Kids loved the local cows (& calves) roaming the property. Very relaxing getaway & Tom was super helpful.

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Stacey

October 2025

Tent

With kids

3 nights at The Sleepy Hollow Manor Estate

Platypus creek was an ideal location for wanting secluded and serene camping, yet a 5-10 min drive to Pottsville town centre. Tom is an excellent host who made the whole process from booking to leaving easy. The camp site is extremely well cared for, clean & unspoilt by previous campers. We recommend Platypus creek to new campers or seasoned travellers.

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Madi

October 2025

Tent

1 night at Evans Head Camping

Great spot, very private, very clean- had more than you need. Cameron is very friendly.

Samara

October 2025

Tent

With kids

2 nights at The Sleepy Hollow Manor Estate

Absolutely loved camping at Platypus Creek! Would go again for sure!

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Mellissa

October 2025

4 m Class B

4 nights at The Sleepy Hollow Manor Estate

Great, quiet spot to unwind. Beautiful scenery and love seeing the cows every day!

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Chantelle

September 2025

Tent

With kids

1 night at The Sleepy Hollow Manor Estate

We loved camping at platypus creek at sleepy hollow. We especially loved the cows who showed up in the paddock in the morning. All the calves were so cute.

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David

September 2025

8 m Class B

With pets

Weekend Trip to The Sleepy Hollow Manor Estate

We had a great stay at Sleepy hollow Estate We received a recommendation and rightly so It did not disappoint. The land was very well looked after and so spacious. We parked right on the top ridge and had 360 views of the land. We found the property easy to find. We will be back for sure. Tom the host was very easy to chat with and checked in to see if we were happy throughout our stay.

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Yaslyn

September 2025

Weekend Trip to The Sleepy Hollow Manor Estate

Magical.. pure magic. Beautiful beautiful land and a lovely family running the farm. Everywhere you look your met with beauty, creeks, hills, cows, kookaburras, beetles, bees, wildflowers…. and so much more. Here everything slowed down. Oh and at night time, the stars, pure magic yet again. Perfect place to get away. Thankyou for the stay :)

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Natalie

September 2025

Tent

3 nights at The Sleepy Hollow Manor Estate

The camping here is great, lots of space in a very well kept huge property. Heaps of choices and super friendly host, we have stayed here twice and look forward to coming back soon!