The best star host campgrounds near Dora Creek, New South Wales

Looking to go camping near Dora Creek, New South Wales in Australia? Hipcamp has over 2700 options for you to choose from! Whether you're a fan of surfing, paddling, or climbing, there's a campsite that suits your activity preference. With top campsites like Fern Valley Ranch (401 reviews), Megalong Valley Farm (435 reviews), and Bunyip's Camp (577 reviews), you can't go wrong. Enjoy popular amenities like potable water, campfires, and showers for a comfortable stay. The average price per night is $35, with options as low as $10. So pack your gear and get ready for an unforgettable camping experience!

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Top-rated campgrounds

Looking to go camping near Dora Creek, New South Wales in Australia? Hipcamp has over 2700 options for you to choose from! Whether you're a fan of surfing, paddling, or climbing, there's a campsite that suits your activity preference. With top campsites like Fern Valley Ranch (401 reviews), Megalong Valley Farm (435 reviews), and Bunyip's Camp (577 reviews), you can't go wrong. Enjoy popular amenities like potable water, campfires, and showers for a comfortable stay. The average price per night is $35, with options as low as $10. So pack your gear and get ready for an unforgettable camping experience!

99% (8.7K)

Top-rated campgrounds

1. Peaceful Paddocks

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(153)

59km from Dora Creek · 6 sites · Tents, RVs · Swan Bay, NSW

Peaceful Paddocks is located 5minutes to the Pacific Highway from your campsite. Tea Gardens and Hawks Nest are 20 minutes drive North and it is 10 minutes to the village of Karuah. The village of Karuah provides all you require shops, restaurants and the Karuah River. The RSL has a wonderful restaurant. Nelson Bay is a 40 minutes away. Come and enjoy the peace and tranquility! Priority allocation of sites is given to the first campers to arrive on the day of the booking. For your peace of mind, the owner is usually on site. Self contained campers with camping toilet/shower, and drinking water are the expectation. Access to a pool, shower and toilet may be approved upon request. Please contact us for further information. PLEASE NOTE Friendly horses are on the property however you need to stay away unless you have asked the owner to pet or feed them. 🐴💛🐴💛🐴💛🐴💛 HORSES ARE ONLY TO BE FED WHEN OWNER IS PRESENT. Pets welcome, Dogs MUST be on leash. . DO NOT PARTY AFTER 11pm. PLEASE be respectful of your fellow campers. Thanks Peaceful Paddocks & Co

2. Iggys Haven @ Anna Bay

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64km from Dora Creek · 40 sites · Tents, RVs · Anna Bay, NSW

Beautiful 25 acres with natural wild life, Koalas, Kangaroos, Flying Squirrels, Kookaburras and much more. Located amongst 27 beaches (Samurai Nudist beach is one of them) around the Port Stephens peninsula with entry point to the largest sand dunes on the Eastern coast of Australia…stretching 41 kilometres. 4WD, camel rides or some great fishing at Birubi Beach NSW. Property is located off grid, but also 2 min from Anna Bay Tavern, 3 min drive to the nearest rock pools and some fine surf.

3. Mistinthegumtrees BUDGET 2 GLAMPING

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7.3km from Dora Creek · 12 sites · Tents, RVs, Lodging · Cooranbong, NSW

Some of our campsites/ Van sites DO NOT come with facilities. Please read your site description carefully. We have 1 powered site that is power ONLY on our Dam site. No toilets, showers, kitchen or pool. You need to be fully self contained. Some Campsites are in our lovely small manicured bush garden setting. It's a level, grass/lawn shaded area. There are 4x 15 amp powered sites. Suitable for small quiet groups/ families. NOT suitable for loud partying. The state forest is a short 10min drive away for bush walking, mountain biking and 4 wheel driving. Beach is 40 min drive away. We are located close to the Central Coast and Newcastle. (In Cooranbong ) Some of our camp sites have access to three eco toilets and only one shared shower, rubbish facilities and drinking water. (Campfires) we have 5 fire pits on some of our sites , fires are permitted during the winter months. We also have 2 x 4 star cabins which sleep 15 between them, they are listed separately on Hipcamp. However the guests from both the camp sites and the cabins have shared access to the pool and facilities. Which includes a large under cover patio area. FRIENDLY PETS welcome. On certain camp sites ourSmall kitchen with microwave dishwasher and cook top and fridge may be used . Please just clean up any mess you make. For the next guest All cleaning products under sink. WE HAVE 2 DOGS that are people friendly., who love to meet new fury friends , they do have the run of our property . As our property has a lot of maintenance lawns /gardens ; we may use mowers blowers etc , we will possibly maintain between 10 am to 2 pm If needed. WE HAVE A LOT OF WALLABIES RUNNING AROUND PLEASE DRIVE TO 5 KILOMETRES

4. Willow's Leap

35km from Dora Creek · 1 site · Lodging · Fernances Crossing, NSW

Nestled in the beautiful Wollombi Valley at the south end of the NSW Hunter Valley, Willow’s Leap is an equestrian training facility offering lessons, horse education and accommodation. We specialise in tailoring weekends away for you and your horse, with accommodation and yards on site and at the neighbouring Willow's Retreat. Speak to us about your individual needs!

5. Camp on Hunter (Elderslie)

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51km from Dora Creek · 17 sites · Tents, RVs · Branxton, NSW

Riverside camping at Elderslie near Branxton. Located on 6 hectares. Camp kitchen in shed with power, fridge microwave available to use. Bbq and wood heater in shed. All for sharing. Well water. Port-a loo available. Fishing, swimming, kayaks or just relax and watch bird life. Dogs on lead. Level places for vans. Fires must be contained, when fires are permitted. Bring your own wood. Also a fire bunker for camp ovens - pending fire restrictions. Bring own wood. Gas hot shower available. On the river means keep eye out for snakes in the warmer months. Camping under gum trees is not permitted- see photo. Must take all rubbish with you.

Stories from the community

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Eliza

1 week ago

Tent

Group trip

Weekend Trip to Iggys Haven @ Anna Bay

We absolutely loved this camp site! Thank you Nathan for being so accomodating x

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Ben

2 weeks ago

Tent

3 nights at Camp on Hunter (Elderslie)

Great camp location, close enough to townships and the vineyards but also also far enough away for that little respite. Allen is such a great host and appreciate him and the family sharing their slice of heaven, facilities are quite and basic that provide some camping comforts at a great price. Stayed for 3 nights working nearby and in afternoon a couple of kangaroos grazed nearby, a little gumbumple with the host whilst watering finished off the days as an excellent way to unwind.

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Matthew

3 weeks ago

6 m travel trailer

With kids

Weekend Trip to Camp on Hunter (Elderslie)

Awesome host, with great amenities. This was my first ever hipcamp experience which far exceeded expectations.

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Andrew

3 weeks ago

Tent

Weekend Trip to Camp on Hunter (Elderslie)

Great place to stay. Camp area was very well manintained with enough space between campers to allow plenty of privacy. Easy to find and easy access in with excellent communication from the host. Good spot to kayak from however the river was pretty low at the time making the walk down to the water a little longer than expected. Suggest if you have a heavy kayak like me to make sure you have a kayak trolley.

G

November 2025

Tent

With pets

Weekend Trip to Iggys Haven @ Anna Bay

We had a great stay at Iggy’s! The site was beautiful with lots of options to choose from in terms of campsites (sheltered, open air, bushy, meadow). The location is great - an easy walk to the beach and town amenities but feels very secluded and private. Nathan was lovely to deal with and very responsive. Would stay again, thank you!

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Heidi

November 2025

11 m pop-up camper

With kids

Weekend Trip to Iggys Haven @ Anna Bay

Loved camping at Iggys Haven. Place was beautiful, we had a lovely private spot and location was great. Nathan was super friendly and helpful. Will definitely be back and would recommend to others.

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Jayden

November 2025

Tent

With pets

Weekend Trip to Camp on Hunter (Elderslie)

Beautiful spot beautifully up kept, will definitely be back

Drone view of the area to camp
Camp site too the left of cabin

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Angela

November 2025

10 m travel trailer

Weekend Trip to Mistinthegumtrees BUDGET 2 GLAMPING

Wonderfully quiet and peaceful, exactly what we needed to escape and just unwind. We’ll be back! Highly recommend!

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Amelia

October 2025

3 m travel trailer

With pets

3 nights at Iggys Haven @ Anna Bay

We loved our stay at Iggys so much! We got a little stuck in the rain and Nathan was so quick to help with anything we needed. The place is beautiful, peaceful and so close to walk to everything! Loved it!

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Chris

October 2025

Tent

With kids

Weekend Trip to Iggys Haven @ Anna Bay

A really quiet spot that feels isolated, while having the benefit of being at the end of a suburban street with quick access to Anna Bay amenities. It was great for us. Nathan was super helpful and welcoming.

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Catherine

October 2025

7 m travel trailer

1 night at Camp on Hunter (Elderslie)

Peaceful and picturesque camp. Alan looks after the area very well and is very friendly and informative. Highly recommend.

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Nathan

October 2025

Tent

Weekend Trip to Mistinthegumtrees BUDGET 2 GLAMPING

Sensational spot Hope to be back Great friendly hosts Loved our stay!!!

Saskia

October 2025

8 m travel trailer

Weekend Trip to Camp on Hunter (Elderslie)

Remarkable piece of paradise. Amazing sunsets, peaceful serenity. Allan is a wonderful host and made us feel right at home. Highly recommended.

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Ethan

October 2025

6 m pop-up camper

With kids

2 nights at Camp on Hunter (Elderslie)

Nice spot to camp with the kids as there is nice grass and shade near the trees. Great amenities too. The host Alan was very helpful showing us around when we arrived.

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Brendan

October 2025

6 m travel trailer

1 night at Camp on Hunter (Elderslie)

Greta spot, clean, quiet, easy access, friendly hosts

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Alison

October 2025

Tent

With kids

Weekend Trip to Camp on Hunter (Elderslie)

Good location, flat spots, only a few other campers. The river was lovely to fish and swim.

Briony

October 2025

Tent

With pets

Weekend Trip to Camp on Hunter (Elderslie)

Was a beautiful quiet spot and the owner Allan was a lovely man and checked every day. It was very nice 😊

Noels

October 2025

10 m travel trailer

With pets

Weekend Trip to Camp on Hunter (Elderslie)

Allan made us feel at home and shared his family history in the local area. Camping, showers and loos were all super clean. What a great part of the hunter.

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Matthew

October 2025

8 m travel trailer

Weekend Trip to Camp on Hunter (Elderslie)

Nice view over the river. Sites well maintained and Allan on hand to answer any questions. Facilities basic but satisfactory if needed. Good fire pits all around.

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Aimee

October 2025

5 m car

Weekend Trip to Iggys Haven @ Anna Bay

Beautiful spot! This campground is full of trees and nature, our site was nicely tucked away from others which was amazing. Nathan is super friendly and helpful and the site is close to everything you need in Anna Bay (we walked down to the pub to watch the game). Thanks for having us!