Beach Camping Near Bundeena, New South Wales, AU: 12 Best Beach Campsites 2025

Beach camping in Bundeena puts you steps from the sand with over 10 options tailored for those who want to wake up to salt air and the sound of waves. Average nightly rates hover around $60, with spots starting at $55. You’ll find pet-friendly sites, hot showers, and campfires allowed—essentials for a relaxed stay. Spend your days hiking cliff-top tracks, surfing the breaks, or swimming at calm coves. Locals swear by Otford Park nr Royal National Park (251 reviews) for its wide ocean views, while Gondwana Retreat (22 reviews) offers a quiet bush-meets-beach vibe. For a smaller crowd, The Printery (1 review) is a hidden pick. Bring your own gear and settle in—these campsites make it easy to soak up everything Bundeena’s coastline has to offer.

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Top-rated campgrounds

Beach camping in Bundeena puts you steps from the sand with over 10 options tailored for those who want to wake up to salt air and the sound of waves. Average nightly rates hover around $60, with spots starting at $55. You’ll find pet-friendly sites, hot showers, and campfires allowed—essentials for a relaxed stay. Spend your days hiking cliff-top tracks, surfing the breaks, or swimming at calm coves. Locals swear by Otford Park nr Royal National Park (251 reviews) for its wide ocean views, while Gondwana Retreat (22 reviews) offers a quiet bush-meets-beach vibe. For a smaller crowd, The Printery (1 review) is a hidden pick. Bring your own gear and settle in—these campsites make it easy to soak up everything Bundeena’s coastline has to offer.

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Top-rated campgrounds

1. BIG4 Sydney Lakeside Holiday Park

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45km from Bundeena · 335 sites · Tents, RVs, Lodging · Sydney, NSW

At Sydney Lakeside Holiday Park, we offer more than just a place to stay – we offer the ultimate blend of coastal escape and urban lifestyle. Nestled between the calm waters of Narrabeen Lake and the surf of North Narrabeen Beach, our park is the perfect blend of nature, relaxation and convenience. Unbeatable location between lake and surf. Just 45 minutes from Sydney CBD. Wide range of accommodation, from unpowered sites to villas. Family-friendly amenities including playground, splash park and BBQ areas. Ideal for couples, families, groups and solo travellers. Easy access to public transport, shops and restaurants.

2. Otford Park nr Royal National Park

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20km from Bundeena · 3 sites · Tents, RVs · Otford, NSW

Otford is a historic village in a valley between Sydney and Wollongong, and bounded by the Pacific ocean. Our private acreage backs onto the southern tip of the Royal National Park, so the outlook from the campsite is all leafy trees. Walk to lookouts over the ocean, hike down to the beach or a few minutes drive to dog friendly beaches. Our bathroom and kitchen facilities make it an easy experience for first time campers. We are well-behaved-dog-friendly BUT you must let us know in advance. Our access track to the camping sites has been repaired with a deep layer of asphalt but still best suited to 4WD. The majority of standard 2WD cars manage the track fine There is also the option of parking roadside, and walking in approx 300m to the sites. Please message us if unsure about your vehicle. IMPORTANT PLEASE READ 1. Please let us know if you are bringing a dog/dogs - we have horses, house dogs, chickens and; wildlife plus likely other campers close by, so need to be forewarned. Dogs must be on lead or contained at all times. 2. If you need to camp out of your 4WD RV (such as a roof top tent), please contact me before booking to ensure those two particular vehicle sites are still available :) and that your vehicle is suitable for our track. Maximum length is approx 5m. Please scroll through the photos to see our amenities and camping sites. 3. We limit the number of people staying at any one time, so weekends book up quickly. That said, due to Covid and weather, people often cancel at the last minute too, so if we are currently booked out, it's always worthile checking again closer to the date for any availability. We are on acreage (approx 7 acres) in Otford, surrounded by forest, backing onto the very southern end of the Royal National Park Sydney/Wollongong. Sleep under the stars, and to the hoot of our local owls, and yips of the gorgeous feather-tail gliders. Lovely, peaceful and private in a bushland backdrop but so close and just a hike to famous sites, beaches, cafes and bushwalking - so the perfect spot to stop, unpack and then go exploring. Max of 3 camp sites booked at a time. Each camp site is within shouting distance of each other, so if looking for absolute privacy, please talk to me first. As bookings come throu

3. Shellharbour Holiday Village

60km from Bundeena · 27 sites · Tents, RVs, Lodging · Wollongong, NSW

Located opposite the sensational Blacks Beach at Barrack Point and a short drive to local shops and eateries, Shellharbour Holiday Village (formerly Surfrider Caravan Park) offers an unbeatable location for your next beach break. Located in the beautiful seaside town Shellharbour on the NSW South Coast, Shellharbour Holiday Village offers an unbeatable location for your next beach break. Opposite the white sands of Blacks Beach and within walking distance to shops, restaurants, pubs and clubs. Shellharbour Holiday Village is far enough away for peace and quiet but close enough for a good time with your friends and family. Shellharbour Town Centre – 5 minutes Wollongong – 25 minutes Jamberoo Action Park – 20 minutes Kiama – 20 minutes Sydney – 1 hour 30 minutes We offer a large range of family holiday accommodation including powered and unpowered camping and caravan sites with use of our BBQ areas and all amenities or our modern fully self contained cabins which sleep up to 6 people.

4. Little Cat Oasis Garden Glamping

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35km from Bundeena · 1 site · Lodging · Queenscliff, NSW

A studio room located in the backyard of the owner’s cottage residence which was established in 1938,. “The Printery” once operated as a printing factory and housed printing presses and machinery up to the 60's. The local newspaper “The Manly Daily” was printed on the property from 1940-41 The studio rental has a 4.8 star review on Airbnb. Quirky and unusual, Little Cat Oasis Garden Glamping studio offers something a little different to the usual local accomodation offerings. Stays are hosted in a one room garden studio which has a King size bed, 2 seater sofa, tv and tea/coffee making facilities. There is also use of an adjacent outdoor tropical private deck area.

5. Gondwana Retreat

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72km from Bundeena · 5 sites · Tents · Green Point, NSW

My name is Jason and I am responsible for caring and creating this space.Gondwana Retreat is sacred land. It is sacred to the original people as two rivers meet here which was auspicious, and sacred to me and all that visit. The Aboriginal people used to live and commune here. And now it seems a place where people like to be, and Rest and Rejuvenation - even healing happens here.Since moving here myself in 2014 it has been a place of transformation and change. The land itself was abandoned with rubbish and weeds everywhere when I arrived and with a bit of hard work, some patience and care it has become a place of beauty. It has been returned to much more of its natural and native state. This process of positive change has created a healing in the environment and for myself, and visitors express this magic in the air.Nowadays we are offering meditation, yoga, and therapeutic types of practices in the main home that the land and campsite is a part of. Campers are welcome to join and this really makes staying here an opportunity for exploring these practices if you choose.Be good to share the land and we welcome all to Gondwana retreat!

6. Sea Shack

80km from Bundeena · 1 site · Lodging · Forresters Beach, NSW

You will have ocean views from a forest perspective. You'll have nature and all its projective. You can sleep with birds and wake with the Walabies. Hike the hinterland or rest your emotion. You can light your fire, and, You can dream to your heards desire. This little jem backs onto the Wamberal Hinterland reserve and bush walks at your door step. You'll sit by the fire and watch the ocean, Sea Shack certainly is the potion!

Stories from the community

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Anne

2 weeks ago

Tent

1 night at Otford Park nr Royal National Park

Peaceful, beautiful, very reasonably equipped and prompt response times. Entry driveway a little scary for my small 2WD hatchback, but I got used to it.

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Ingelise

2 weeks ago

Tent

With pets

1 night at Otford Park nr Royal National Park

Great space! Lots of room. Kitchen facilities, toilet and shower amenities made the camping experience so easy. Even took the opportunity to have an outdoor tub time! Easy to find with great communication from Natasha and only an hour from home. This was the perfect space for a first time camping with our dog.

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Klaas

3 weeks ago

Tent

Group trip

Weekend Trip to Otford Park nr Royal National Park

A great natural hideaway close to Sydney. Great facilities which made camping easy.

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Claudia

November 2025

Tent

With pets

Weekend Trip to Otford Park nr Royal National Park

We loved staying at the Otford Park nr Royal National Park. It had above and beyond amenities for a camping experience, very private, beautiful fire pit and gorgeous surroundings. We felt very comfortable here.

Flattened area above arena available for tent only dwellers (site 3 or 4) Can park car nearby

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Gudrun

November 2025

Tent

With pets

2 nights at Otford Park nr Royal National Park

We loved the stunning rain forest around the site and the protected tent site. The camp kitchen and amenities also tea stood out. Thank you, Natasha , for a really nice experience Gudrun

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Jack

November 2025

5 m car

1 night at Otford Park nr Royal National Park

Beautiful spot tucked away in the bush, great facilities, would definitely come back!

Arthur

November 2025

Tent

Weekend Trip to Otford Park nr Royal National Park

Tent camping was really peaceful, Natasha was really responsive and organised. Facilities here are great.

Ben

October 2025

Tent

Weekend Trip to BIG4 Sydney Lakeside Holiday Park

Great spot for families. Great facilities, beautiful beach short walk away, really enjoyed it

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Madeleine

October 2025

Tent

Weekend Trip to Otford Park nr Royal National Park

Perfect location- secluded, surrounded by nature. The kitchen / toilet facilities are cute and eco friendly. Natasha was kind and helpful. I am definitely going to make this a regular site to visit and bring my Labrador with me. Highly recommend!!

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chhavi

October 2025

Tent

1 night at Otford Park nr Royal National Park

Natasha was very friendly and even the location was very peaceful

Rebecca & Stuart

October 2025

5 m car

With pets

1 night at Otford Park nr Royal National Park

We stayed at Natasha's property as a stopover while traveling from the North Coast of NSW to the South Coast. It was the perfect halfway place for us to recharge. The warm shower was nice and the level ground perfect. Would have liked to have stayed longer to explore the area. Natasha was prompt in replying to my messages which was very much appreciated.

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Tom

October 2025

Tent

With pets

Weekend Trip to Otford Park nr Royal National Park

Lovely spot, we missed where we were supposed to setup initially but once we got ourselves into the right spot had a very pleasant night. Great location with Stanwell Park township just down the road.

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Ashley

October 2025

Tent

With pets

Weekend Trip to Otford Park nr Royal National Park

We thoroughly enjoyed our stay at Natasha's beautiful property. Us and another family booked the two camp sites on the arena and couldn't have been happier with the location and facilities. So much room, excellent kitchen and bathroom, and the outside bath was a favourite for adults and kids alike. In an added bonus we had some fabulous whale watching just up the road. We will definitely come back.

Tub of toys provided, on the covered deck outside the kitchen.

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Courtney

October 2025

Tent

With kids

Weekend Trip to Otford Park nr Royal National Park

The sites are in a beautiful shady, sheltered spot - could hear wind blowing all night in the trees above us, but no wind in the arena. Very thoughtfully appointed kitchen and bathroom, the luxury shower and outdoor clawfoot bath definitely count as glamping rather than camping. Really the only things you’d have to bring are your tent, toothbrush, and food. Plenty of seating, tables, and huge tub of toys & games for little ones. The friendly horses were a delight, as were the King Parrots who came to visit each day. Stanwell Beach a handy 7 minute drive away. Would love to stay again.

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Angus

October 2025

Tent

Weekend Trip to Otford Park nr Royal National Park

Absolutely beautiful, No road noise at all, gorgeous little tucked away camp surrounded by nature and sheltered from the wind, very easy to find and accessible with my sedan, Thank you Natasha for your hospitality, I will be staying again

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Lauren

September 2025

5 m Class B

1 night at BIG4 Sydney Lakeside Holiday Park

Stayed for 2 nights during the horrific rain Sydney had, so we didn't have a chance to explore. The first night was a powered site with an en suite, which was fantastic. Second night was a powered site with communal toilets/showers. Both were super clean, showers were hot and powerful.

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Izabel

August 2025

5 m car

1 night at Otford Park nr Royal National Park

Great facilities and the host Nastasha is very helpful. Will definitely be visiting again!

Michele

August 2025

3 m Class B

Weekend Trip to Otford Park nr Royal National Park

What a beautiful spot and Natasha is a welcoming host. Although it rained ALL weekend so I didn’t get to explore, I can’t wait to return when I do have more opportunity to explore

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Joh

July 2025

5 m car

Group trip

Weekend Trip to Otford Park nr Royal National Park

Amazing spot in the rainforest. Very quiet and good facilities like fire pits and undercover area + kitchen and shower. Highly recommend the visit. I’ll be back

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Ben

July 2025

Tent

With kids

Weekend Trip to Otford Park nr Royal National Park

This is a great quiet Hipcamp set in beautiful surroundings. Natasha was very welcoming and great instructions on getting into the property. The toilet and shower facilities are some of the best we’ve had. I had myself and my two daughters, it was quite cold but being able to have a fire was great. So close to many things to do.