Luxury camping near Forster

Explore pristine lakes, rivers, and beaches on the NSW mid-north coast.

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Camp Elim

47 sites · RVs, Tents10 acres · Forster, NSW
With a legacy spanning over 65 years, Camp Elim is nestled in the serene Booti Booti National Park, situated between Green Point and Tiona. Camp Elim offers a unique ALCOHOL free, smoking free, and pet free environment for a peaceful retreat. This property truly is a slice of paradise where you can walk across the road to see the sun rise over the Pacific Ocean then see it set across the beautiful Wallis Lake from the edge of our property. Camp Elim offers a unique alcohol free, smoking free, and pet free environment for a peaceful retreat. The lake is perfect for swim with a long sand bank making it safe for all ages. If you enjoy fishing it is an amazing spot for whiting, flathead and bream in the lake and mulloway, tailor, salmon and bream off the beach. As a Christian campsite and caravan park, we warmly welcome holidaymakers. Camp Elim upholds a commitment to a wholesome environment, reflected in our policy of no ALCOHOL, no SMOKING, and no PETS. Discover the beauty and tranquillity of Camp Elim for an unforgettable retreat. All sites are powered and with water and we can accommodate caravans, campervans, rooftops and tents.
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Bucketts Way Camp n Stay

20 sites · RVs, Tents25 acres · Twelve Mile Creek, NSW
PLEASE NOTE : check-in from 11am till close at 8pm strict. Upon arrival please call numbers located at the boom gate to arrange entry. Being only 2 hours from Sydney and 470 metres off the Pacific Highway, Nth of Newcastle & a 40 drive to Port Stephens, we are set on 25 acres, with lge sites, most drive through (dry weather only) for your convenience. Hot showers are available ($1 coin for 2 min hot water), toilets and a disability accessible bathroom. The camp kitchen is large and well equipped with tables, chairs, a lounge area & tv for you to enjoy. The kitchen has cooking facilities, a kettle, toaster, microwave, prepping areas & more making it a comfortable space to prepare and eat meals under cover. Campers have reception to 4G. We have a turning lane entrance with boom gate security. When you arrive and set up, you will be able to ramble around our property and enjoy the ambience of the beautiful tree studded campground. Sit back in the afternoon and enjoy nature at its best and then a beautiful warm campfire, perfect!! ​Whether you're camping in a tent or vehicle, there's plenty of space to set up. The campsite is grassy and level, and 2WD accessible. We offer water hookup for caravans fill then disconnect $2, and there is a dump point for your camping toilet. Generators are permitted from 8am till 5pm (extreme heat on the day consideration). Pets welcome.
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Ingenia Holidays One Mile Beach

209 sites · Lodging, RVs, Tents10 acres · One Mile, NSW
While many of our holiday parks offer a beachfront location, Ingenia Holidays One Mile Beach takes things up a notch with a 1.6-kilometre stretch of sand, right on your doorstep. Set on the holiday park’s namesake – One Mile Beach – there’s no need to factor in a commute for your morning beach stroll or swim these holidays. If you’re feeling adventurous during your stay, you’re in for a treat with over 26 beaches located in the Port Stephens region including the 32-kilometre Stockton Beach, which is home to the largest sand dunes in the southern hemisphere. It’s these very dunes where you can experience camel rides at sunset or sandboarding down them at high speed. Choose between camping, caravan sites, cabins or villas for your stay at Ingenia Holidays One Mile Beach – with direct beach access available from all villas for those who enjoy the idea of waking up to the sound of rolling waves. While you’ve got the best of Port Stephens less than 15 minutes’ drive away, there’s plenty to keep the family entertained within the holiday park grounds such as a games room, jumping cushion, playground and ball court. Given its position along the coastline, seafood lovers will love the local oyster bars and seafood restaurants close by, like restaurant institution Rick Steins at Bannisters.
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Melaleuca at One Mile

25 sites · RVs, Tents6 acres · Boat Harbour, NSW
Relax and unwind at our Land For Wildlife property, Melaleuca @ One Mile a boutique hostel and campground set on 6 acres of natural bushland in beautiful Port Stephens and only a 500m walk from the sparkling waters of magnificent One Mile Beach in Boat Harbour. It is located just past Anna Bay village which is 2.5km away and the entrance to Worimi Conservation Lands the largest moving Sand Dune system in the Southern Hemisphere, where you can 4WD, swim, surf, or enjoy a camel or horse ride. We have off-street parking with the car park area alongside the only car-free campground in Port Stephens. A large open grassed area surrounded by large melaleuca trees is perfect for throwing down a swag or setting up a tent for camping. You are not limited to a small site, you can use as much space as you desire, and we ask that guests respect others and give each other some room. In addition to the camping area, there is a small off-street, shaded area for a small number of campervans, there are no powered sites and sorry but we do not take caravans. All guests have access to the facilities including warm showers and toilets, a large Main building housing double kitchens with crockery and cutlery, toasters and kettles. There are indoor and outdoor covered seating areas and a free gas BBQ on the decked area with free Wi-Fi available. The Tomaree Peninsula has 26 beaches with numerous walking trails, including the recently upgraded Tomaree Coastal Walk and plenty of water activities including Dolphin and Whale watching cruises, diving, surfing, kayaking, fishing and snorkelling. Nelson Bay is the main tourist centre with plenty of restaurants and cafes and there are more clubs and food options dotted around the peninsula.
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Ingenia Holidays Old Bar Beach

175 sites · Lodging, RVs, Tents10 acres · Old Bar, NSW
Breathe in the refreshing coastal air at Ingenia Holiday Parks Old Bar Beach, the park is located on beautiful Old Bar Beach making this the perfect place to stay on your next family holiday. Old Bar Beach is a pet-friendly (leash-off) patrolled beach known for its clear water and long sandy coastline. Ingenia Holiday Parks Old Bar Beach can be found on the sunny mid-north coast of NSW 3.5 hours drive from Sydney, making this the ideal stop for a long weekend or a cheeky midweek getaway. There is an array of accommodation options available to suit all, including powered sites perfect for caravanners, unpowered sites for those who enjoy camping, and ensuite sites for travelers who enjoy a little bit of luxury. For those who don’t have your own camping equipment Ingenia Holidays Old Bar Beach also has a range of cabins and cottages to suit all budgets and families. The park is fully equipped for a family-friendly holiday boasting a large swimming pool and playground, camp kitchen, BBQ area as well a large amenities block. Once you have finished exploring the park there is plenty to do in the local area including surfing, beach fishing, kayaking, and amazing bush walking trails just minutes from your doorstep. If eating is your ideal way to spend time during your holiday you are in luck! you will find loads of cafes and restaurants in the town center, only a few minutes drive from the park. Ingenia Holidays Old Bar Beach is the perfect family-friendly holiday to unwind and get back to nature, whether you are chilling at the park itself or exploring the local area you will leave feeling rejuvenated.
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The Branch River Retreat

6 sites · Lodging, RVs, Tents100 acres · The Branch, NSW
Our property is private and we ask you to contact us first to ensure we can provide the facilities suitable for you. The property has limited facilities, but is the perfect setting for birdwatchers and native animal lovers. Just a 2-3 hour trip north of Sydney take the Bucketts Way to stay on sealed roads. A tributary river to Nelson Bay there is a rare offering in diversity as estuary dolphins gently make their way past the riverside sites at least once a day. The Branch River Retreat offers 110 acres with a range of sites beside a wide river, a fish-filled dam and other scattered paddock sites among trees and dams. This will suit off-road independent hybrid caravaners and tent dwellers. The river is lined with mangroves and branches off the Karuah River and the Port Stephens system. The extraordinary array of birdlife includes the quintessentially Australian Wedge-tailed eagle and sea eagles, hawks, and Tawny Frogmouths, water waders and even a regular visit from a Jabiroo and pelicans. Be lulled asleep under starry nights and be woken by Magpies and Kookaburras, and be dazzled by the colourful parrots and smaller shyer birds. You may even be visited by curious Kangaroos, Wallabies, or Echidnas. For the lucky few, you may espy a Koala along the foreshore. For this reason, while we accept dogs, they must be on a leash (if not just for their own safety). The rest of the property enjoys aspects of undulating landscapes with small mountains and valleys. The night sky puts on its own stellar show between setting suns and rising moons. The boat ramp offers easy access for kayaks and canoes (no motor vessels please). Or just sit on a camper chair and dangle your feet in the water while watching the mud crabs go about their social business. Riverside sites are not powered and do not have water or sewerage. They are situated within 10m to 25m of each other and if this is too close, we recommend booking two sites. (For this reason we have kept the price lower.) Generally, we prefer campers to be 100% self-contained, with their own toilet. A toilet is however accessible, but some 300m to 400m distance from the dams and rivers. There is cold potable running water here for topping up. There are sealed roads to the front gate to access the property from north and south. All-weather gravel road access is available, although paddock sites can only be accessed by vehicle during dry periods. Weather willing, we can provide more secluded sites by some lovely dams. If touring around the area is your aspiration, the property lies central to Tea Gardens/Hawks Nest, the Great Lakes district, Stroud Valley, Dungog, Gloucester/Barrington Tops, Nelson Bay, and Newcastle. Local groceries can be sourced from Karuah and Stroud. Activities include: - Bird/nature watching - Paddling/canoeing - Fishing - Bike riding (No motor vessels please) - Surface type: grass or paddock leveled areas and others with slight slopes and accessed with the essential 4WD (of course subject to weather). - Generally fair to good Mobile phone access. - It will be necessary to BYO or Preorder firewood for applicable sites out of fire season, (where facilities are provided). - No electrical connections unless by arrangement (for longer term Hipcampers) - We treat our own sewerage. - No generators please.
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AU$49.50
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BIG4 Karuah Jetty Holiday Park

93 sites · RVs, Tents5 acres · Karuah, NSW
Imagine a peaceful grassy waterfront holiday park, located right on the Karuah River in Port Stephens. Now, picture you and your family arriving and feeling instantly relaxed... Discover our fantastic facilities and activities that will keep the kids entertained for hours. From swimming and splashing in the resort-style pool and splash play area, to bouncing on the giant 20 metre long jumping pillow. Or zoom around the park in our hire pedal go-karts, explore the playground or challenge your friends to a game of volleyball or tennis. Whether you choose our modern villa accommodation or spacious caravan and camping sites for your next holiday, you will be sure to fall in love with our family-friendly park and location. Love to travel with your furry best-friend? We are dog-friendly on all our sites and we even have selected pet-friendly accommodation available, along with a handy dog wash facility. Our friendly team are happy to share their local knowledge with you for the best places to eat, walk, swim, fish, paddle and just explore our wonderful local area.
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Ingenia Holidays Bonny Hills

99 sites · Lodging, RVs, Tents10 acres · Bonny Hills, NSW
Breathe in the refreshing coastal air at Ingenia Holidays Bonny Hills, situated on absolute beachfront! Just 20 minutes south of Port Macquarie, you can choose to stay in a cabin, campsite or caravan site, and you’ll experience the best of Bonny Hills from this secluded coastal location. Spend your days exploring the New South Wales North Coast – whether that be beaches, lakes, rivers, waterfalls or bush walking trails. There’s no shortage of local wineries, fresh produce to forage or award-winning restaurants nearby to dine at. Beach lovers can rejoice with ample beach space to throw down a towel, including the aptly named Rainbow Beach which stretches for three kilometers from right outside your holiday park’s door. When you’re not exploring what lies beyond the park’s perimeter, explore what’s on offer within the park – pool, splash park and mini golf course, just to name a few.
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Bush Paddock near Stroud

2 sites · Lodging, RVs, Tents200 acres · Nooroo, NSW
Our property 'Bush Paddock' and 'Bush Cabin' are located just 10 minutes from the historical town of Stroud, and offer a secluded peaceful getaway for those that love the outdoors and simple living. Book this site or cabin for just you and your group exclusively, or book both for your exclusive use. Enjoy quiet, private surroundings during the day, and dazzling star shows at night. The large campsite and cabin are located on a level, grassed area with plenty of space to pitch tents, or park campers and caravans. Children just love the level grassy land to run and just be a kid. It's perfect for games like cricket, soccer, and football to name a few. The amenities block has both toilet and shower, and there is also power available to connect up to. A large sheltered area, our camp kitchen, includes fridge, barbeque, electricity, kettle, table, chairs and more. Enjoy bird watching, visiting wallabies in the late afternoon, or looking for fossils in the seasonal creek just a few metres away. The historical town of Stroud is only 10 or so minutes away if you need supplies. Karuah River is close by for swimming and fishing, and the Barrington Tops National Park is approximately 50 minutes away. Ride Dungog is located at The Common in Dungog, for mountain bike enthusiasts. The area includes 650 acres offering trails for all different levels. While visiting Dungog, there are boutique cafes and shops, a historic cinema, and a lot more to see as you wander through the streets. Unfortunately we no longer have parties, including 18ths, 21sts etc.
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Altamira Along Bakers Creek

20 sites · Lodging, RVs, Tents250 acres · Bundook, NSW
Altamira Along Bakers Creek is a country escape in the heart of the beautiful Mid North Coast. Our property is located just 30 minutes from Gloucester, 50 minutes from the Pacific Highway from Nabiac, 2.5hours from Newcastle and 4/5hours from Sydney. There are plenty of activities including tennis, swimming in the pool, relaxing in the spa, strolling to the creek or sitting by the bar. We have unpowered campsites along and within walking distance of the creek. Caravans, tents and roof top tents all welcome on 250 acres of private rural property set in the majestic Wako Mountain Ranges. There are free range animals for the kids for the kids to interact with a licensed bar for the adults to have an afternoon drink. Enjoy access to a communal pool, tennis court, shower and toilet block facilities There are BBQ’s available for cooking, outdoor communal fireplace and sitting area for your comfort. Please note our drinking water is fed from the creek, you are welcome to purify it or bring your own drinking water. We have free range animals on our farm and ask that you keep your pets on leash when not at your campsite. Come enjoy your stay at Altamira.
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Ingenia Holidays Middle Rock

123 sites · Lodging, RVs10 acres · One Mile, NSW
It’s not just real estate agents who talk about location, location, location – those booking beach holidays speak the same language. For a park with a prime position, check into Ingenia Holidays Middle Rock. You’ll find it an 11-minute drive to the Port Stephens town center, and only a hop, skip and a jump to the main attractions of Port Stephens including the Tomaree Summit Walk, Nelson Bay Marina, Stockton Sand Dune and Port Stephens Koala Sanctuary right next door. To check in, choose between cabins, caravan sites, or campgrounds and prepare to settle into a Port Stephens state of mind. Being a coastal location everything about this park is set up for you to rest and relax – whether its lounging around the resort style pools, enjoying a casual BBQ in the recently refurbished camp kitchen or letting the kids loose on the jumping pillow. With a fully licensed café and bar on site you can skip self-catering altogether if you’re inclined or explore the many restaurants and cafes in Port Stephens within walking distance of the park.
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Looking to escape to the great outdoors near Forster, New South Wales? With over 720 options on Hipcamp, you're sure to find the perfect creature comforts you're looking for. Whether you prefer a cosy cabin, a spacious caravan site, or a secluded tent spot, there's something for everyone. Check out some of our top campsites like Abstobys Retreat (242 reviews), Hodge Lodge Grounds Johns River (174 reviews), and Yarralen Retreat (238 reviews). Enjoy popular facilities like toilets, potable water, and rubbish disposal, and engage in fun activities such as fall fun, fishing, and climbing. With prices starting as low as $15 per night and an average price of $40 per night, camping near Forster is affordable and unforgettable.

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