The best river, stream, or creek campgrounds near Gunnedah, New South Wales

Pitch a tent by the Namoi and you’ll see why river camping near Gunnedah draws return visitors. With over 120 campsites, you’re spoilt for choice—whether you want a swim, a cast, or just to watch platypuses at dusk. Average sites sit at $25 a night, but you can nab a spot from $15. Facilities like toilets, pet-friendly rules, and campfires make it easy to settle in. Locals head to Riverside Escape Off Grid Camping (287 reviews), Riverside Farm Retreat (65 reviews), and Edgecote Camping (32 reviews) for a reason—their riverbank sites are shaded, quiet, and close enough to town for a quick bakery run. Bring your fishing rod, keep an eye out for roos, and don’t forget your swimmers.

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Top-rated campgrounds

Pitch a tent by the Namoi and you’ll see why river camping near Gunnedah draws return visitors. With over 120 campsites, you’re spoilt for choice—whether you want a swim, a cast, or just to watch platypuses at dusk. Average sites sit at $25 a night, but you can nab a spot from $15. Facilities like toilets, pet-friendly rules, and campfires make it easy to settle in. Locals head to Riverside Escape Off Grid Camping (287 reviews), Riverside Farm Retreat (65 reviews), and Edgecote Camping (32 reviews) for a reason—their riverbank sites are shaded, quiet, and close enough to town for a quick bakery run. Bring your fishing rod, keep an eye out for roos, and don’t forget your swimmers.

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Top-rated campgrounds

1. Riverside Escape Off Grid Camping

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67km from Gunnedah · 27 sites · Tents, RVs · Manilla, NSW

A beautiful, off grid, riverside campground with amazing swimming hole on private property. This private campground is located in North West NSW. 50 minutes from Tamworth. Conveniently located 20 minutes outside the pretty town of Manilla and right on the river banks of the Namoi River. Also 20 minutes from beautiful Warrabah National Park. The campground is tucked away in a little valley overlooking an idyllic stretch of windy river with an amazing swimming hole, sandy beach, tranquil rapids and a beautiful, mesmerising, majestic rock. We have four primative campsites suited to all types of large and small, self sufficient campers in RV's, caravans, camp trailers, vans and tents. All sites are unique and positioned to enhance space and privacy as well as proximity and views of the river. They all showcase the varying, natural beauty and characteristics of the landscape. You can also book our amazing, award winning glamping tent. We are not a party campsite. Our little slice of paradise is for peace and relaxation. We also need to respect and encourage the presence and abundance of birds and animals and continue to ensure it is a peaceful and quiet home for them. You can enjoy your music just as long as other campsites and the local wildlife can't hear it. Manilla, only 20 minutes away has two dump points and water refill stations as well as a good number of shops to cater to all your needs during your stay. We are not in a high traffic area so you may get to enjoy having the place all to yourself. Our campsites have good access for all types of camp set ups and are not impacted by flooding. Nor do they become boggy in wet weather due to the high sand content in our soil. You could be sitting on the warm sandy bank overlooking the river and being captivated by the surrounding beauty and the magnificence of the swimming hole. This secret little piece of paradise has been untouched for 40 years and is home to an abundance of birdlife. Birds include the colourful Rainbow bee eaters, Kingfishers, Superb Fairy Wrens, Eastern Yellow Robins, Red Browed Finch and many more. A magical place that will delight your senses and make you feel relaxed and at peace. BYO camp toilet and leave no trace. Fish in the river; cod, cat, golden perch and carp. Well behaved dogs on leash and supervised at all times are welcome. If you would like to enquire about having the place to yourselves send me a message. ACCESS CONDITIONS: To help you decide if your set up is suitable you can google Riverside Escape Camping Manilla and find 2 videos on 23 and 25 May 2022 taken of me driving up and down the track to the campsites in my old Ford Courier that is NOT 4x4. There are lots of other useful videos to get a good sense of our campsite. You will also get a sense of the distance between each site. We recognise the Kamilaroi / Gomeroi people as the traditional custodians of this land.

2. Riverside Farm Retreat

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73km from Gunnedah · 99 sites · Tents, RVs · Narrabri, NSW

Riverside Farm Retreat is 13 km southeast of Narrabri. It is a horse breeding farm on the banks of the Namoi River, set over 500 acres, where guests can enjoy camping, fishing, canoeing, and relaxing. There is good access for caravans and campers - to get to the property is all tarred roads, with no gates to open, just a cattle grid to cross. The camping area is spread over a beautiful, wide green grassed space, with plenty of level ground. There is an abundance of bird life here, including our pet emu Pepper who roams freely, occasional visiting kangaroos and cattle moseying down in the afternoon sunset to drink from the river opposite.

3. Myall Springs Lake

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34km from Gunnedah · 2 sites · Tents, RVs · Manilla, NSW

Myall Springs is an organic beef and lamb farm 30km north of Gunnedah in NSW. We have a beautiful lake filled by natural spring water from two creeks that we would like to share with others. The lake covers 150 acres when full and is home to a huge variety of wildlife and fish Paddle boarding, wind surfing, kite surfing, water activities and swimming are welcome. Enjoy the wildlife and bird watching. Near by: Bush walking at Boonalla Cave and Kelvin hills 15km Lake keepit fishing and boating 30km

4. Reata Ranch

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64km from Gunnedah · 10 sites · Tents, RVs · Garthowen, NSW

Reata Ranch is a professional horse facility. That also runs a small amount of cattle. We have arenas and round yards and overnight yards for horses plus plenty of trail riding. The property has some stunning views beautiful creeks and streams and only 30 kms from Tamworth CBD

5. Edgecote Camping

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65km from Gunnedah · 6 sites · Tents, RVs · Duri, NSW

Our family have lived at ‘Edgecote’ for eighteen years. We are predominantly horse breeders and trainers, however have some cattle and many dogs. We love the great outdoors and especially enjoy this ‘bottom paddock’ because of all the trees and the bird life. The dam gives the space a cool feel and a place for dogs to swim and retrieve.

6. Royal Oaks

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69km from Gunnedah · 4 sites · Tents, RVs · East Tamworth, NSW

Great location for Tamworth Country Music Festival, walk or cycle into Tamworth CBD. 20 acres on the Peel River. There are unpowered campsites next to the river but the amenities are about a 300m walk. We have a couple of horses, a few chooks and lots of avian wildlife live on the property. Peaceful and with abundant trees. Hot water shower, flushing toilet and 10 amp power available at the sites next to the amenities. Good access for caravans and all types of vehicles. Dogs or other pets not accepted. No campfires, total fire bans often in place here.

7. Fairfield

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62km from Gunnedah · 4 sites · Tents, RVs · Tamworth, NSW

Fairfield is a 25-acre property located 10 minutes from Tamworth CBD. Timbumburri Creek runs through the centre of the property, offering multiple locations to fish, sit back and relax with a beer. Fairfield is the ideal location to set up close to town whilst enjoying some peace and quiet, and plenty of open space to set up your camp. Makes a convenient base camp to explore the local area and enjoy local events. Hike to the Flagstaff Lookout, around 15 minutes drive away. The township of Nundle is around 1 hours drive and makes for a great day trip. And in January, the iconic Tamworth Country Music Festival is in town, so it's a great time to visit. All campers to Fairfield must be completely self-sufficient, with their own camp toilet and we kindly ask you take all waste when you go. Courtesy bus operates to the following locations: rhe Pub, the Family, Southgate Inn and the Longyard

8. Namoi Valley Escape

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74km from Gunnedah · 1 site · Tent, RV · Manilla, NSW

We are located near Manilla, which lies 45km northwest of Tamworth. You can purchase all you need at the shopping centres there, or in Manilla where you can can pick up groceries and fuel. We are suitable for caravans or motorhomes with self contained toilets and showers as we have no facilities. It is essential that visitors have these facilities. All waste must be removed. There is a waste dump station in Manilla. Our property offers flat access from the road, with plenty of room to manoeuvre. We recommend 4WDs - please message us if you are unsure about your vehicle. You are welcome to stay near the river or in a hidden valley. But again stress the need for self contained removable toilet facilities. Swim in the river and have a camp fire. Walk in the area, see the abundance of birds and wildlife. This is a hilly and mountainous area to explore, you are welcome to go fishing along the river bank, or bring a camera as it is a photographer's delight. Very private camping areas. Enjoy listening to the crackle of the campfire in the evenings. There is access to drinking water, but no amenities so you need to be a self-contained toilet/shower. Well behaved pets welcome.

9. 3A Camping experience.

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77km from Gunnedah · 2 sites · Tents, RVs · Barraba, NSW

A fully operational property running a mix of enterprises including livestock and manufacturing. There is approximately 3km of Manilla river running through the property. Sites are private and easily accessible. Pets welcome but must be supervised at all times. Animals found disturbing livestock will lead to guests being asked to leave immediately. This is a working farm and this should be respected. Sites are able to cater for larger groups of people with plenty of room. Plenty of room for kids to run around and play. Plenty of areas to walk and enjoy the river and the wildlife. It would be appreciated if vehicles are not driven around the property and are contained to the main entrance roads.

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Top-rated campgrounds reviewed by the Hipcamp community.

Reata Ranch

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64km from Gunnedah · 10 sites · Tents, RVs · Garthowen, NSW

Reata Ranch is a professional horse facility. That also runs a small amount of cattle. We have arenas and round yards and overnight yards for horses plus plenty of trail riding. The property has some stunning views beautiful creeks and streams and only 30 kms from Tamworth CBD

Edgecote Camping

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65km from Gunnedah · 6 sites · Tents, RVs · Duri, NSW

Our family have lived at ‘Edgecote’ for eighteen years. We are predominantly horse breeders and trainers, however have some cattle and many dogs. We love the great outdoors and especially enjoy this ‘bottom paddock’ because of all the trees and the bird life. The dam gives the space a cool feel and a place for dogs to swim and retrieve.

Royal Oaks

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69km from Gunnedah · 4 sites · Tents, RVs · East Tamworth, NSW

Great location for Tamworth Country Music Festival, walk or cycle into Tamworth CBD. 20 acres on the Peel River. There are unpowered campsites next to the river but the amenities are about a 300m walk. We have a couple of horses, a few chooks and lots of avian wildlife live on the property. Peaceful and with abundant trees. Hot water shower, flushing toilet and 10 amp power available at the sites next to the amenities. Good access for caravans and all types of vehicles. Dogs or other pets not accepted. No campfires, total fire bans often in place here.

Fairfield

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62km from Gunnedah · 4 sites · Tents, RVs · Tamworth, NSW

Fairfield is a 25-acre property located 10 minutes from Tamworth CBD. Timbumburri Creek runs through the centre of the property, offering multiple locations to fish, sit back and relax with a beer. Fairfield is the ideal location to set up close to town whilst enjoying some peace and quiet, and plenty of open space to set up your camp. Makes a convenient base camp to explore the local area and enjoy local events. Hike to the Flagstaff Lookout, around 15 minutes drive away. The township of Nundle is around 1 hours drive and makes for a great day trip. And in January, the iconic Tamworth Country Music Festival is in town, so it's a great time to visit. All campers to Fairfield must be completely self-sufficient, with their own camp toilet and we kindly ask you take all waste when you go. Courtesy bus operates to the following locations: rhe Pub, the Family, Southgate Inn and the Longyard

Namoi Valley Escape

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74km from Gunnedah · 1 site · Tent, RV · Manilla, NSW

We are located near Manilla, which lies 45km northwest of Tamworth. You can purchase all you need at the shopping centres there, or in Manilla where you can can pick up groceries and fuel. We are suitable for caravans or motorhomes with self contained toilets and showers as we have no facilities. It is essential that visitors have these facilities. All waste must be removed. There is a waste dump station in Manilla. Our property offers flat access from the road, with plenty of room to manoeuvre. We recommend 4WDs - please message us if you are unsure about your vehicle. You are welcome to stay near the river or in a hidden valley. But again stress the need for self contained removable toilet facilities. Swim in the river and have a camp fire. Walk in the area, see the abundance of birds and wildlife. This is a hilly and mountainous area to explore, you are welcome to go fishing along the river bank, or bring a camera as it is a photographer's delight. Very private camping areas. Enjoy listening to the crackle of the campfire in the evenings. There is access to drinking water, but no amenities so you need to be a self-contained toilet/shower. Well behaved pets welcome.

3A Camping experience.

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77km from Gunnedah · 2 sites · Tents, RVs · Barraba, NSW

A fully operational property running a mix of enterprises including livestock and manufacturing. There is approximately 3km of Manilla river running through the property. Sites are private and easily accessible. Pets welcome but must be supervised at all times. Animals found disturbing livestock will lead to guests being asked to leave immediately. This is a working farm and this should be respected. Sites are able to cater for larger groups of people with plenty of room. Plenty of room for kids to run around and play. Plenty of areas to walk and enjoy the river and the wildlife. It would be appreciated if vehicles are not driven around the property and are contained to the main entrance roads.

Stories from the community

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Harry

1 week ago

9 m Class A

Weekend Trip to Namoi Valley Escape

Great wilderness country of high hills and Naomi river below , plenty of Wildlife to see,2 or 3 camping spots away from others next to river or valley area,Dave and Joyce great host happy to show camps, very peaceful cattle grazing property, ps great fishing as well,

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Meg

2 weeks ago

6 m pop-up camper

With kids

Weekend Trip to Riverside Farm Retreat

We loved camping at Riverside Farm Retreat. The view was beautiful and directions were clear. It was lovely and relaxing. The kids enjoyed their visits from Darcy the dog. Will definitely be back!

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Jackie

2 weeks ago

9 m travel trailer

Weekend Trip to Riverside Escape Off Grid Camping

What a beautiful spot for a relaxing get away right by the river on the private spot. Took our 9 metre motorhome and had mo issues getting there and despite us having rain we got out ok too. Highly recommend and would love to come back again. Thanks Caroline for having us x

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Cole

3 weeks ago

6 m travel trailer

With pets

3 nights at Namoi Valley Escape

We loved this camp. It’s secluded and peaceful. The owners are friendly and accommodating explaining the walks and directions. The river was perfect for a swim and cool off. There is plenty of animal and bird life. Also the road in is in excellent condition. This is one to come back to!

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Sparkelez

3 weeks ago

Tent

2 nights at Riverside Escape Off Grid Camping

Beautiful little spot. Peaceful. Just what is needed. Even with bad navigation skills, Caroline was very attentive and quick to respond. Will definitely be back.

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Randal

3 weeks ago

Tent

With pets

Weekend Trip to Riverside Escape Off Grid Camping

Another wonderful visit. Amazing amounts of birdlife and tranquil bush setting thanks again Caroline.

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Sasha

November 2025

7 m travel trailer

2 nights at Royal Oaks

Great spot, peaceful and quiet, surrounded by horses, chickens and ducks- perfect 👌. Close to the house but not a problem, no noise or intrusion. Bathroom close by. Great hosts. Easy cycle into town. Would choose to stay here again. Feeding carrots to the horses was my highlight ✨️

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Ronan

October 2025

20 m travel trailer

With pets

1 night at Riverside Farm Retreat

Clean and plenty of room to park a big van . Care taker very friendly

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Ileigh

October 2025

Tent

1 night at Riverside Farm Retreat

Lovely spot, clean portaloos! Would definitely stay again if I was passing through.

Christine

October 2025

12 m pop-up camper

Weekend Trip to Riverside Farm Retreat

Had a great 1 night stay! Beautiful spots along the river, plenty of space to find a spot with a view to enjoy the bird life. Would recommend a stop over if you’re in the area!

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Karen

October 2025

5 m travel trailer

2 nights at Riverside Farm Retreat

Excellent spot great swimming & fishing. Well maintained, ports loos and close to town if needed

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Paul

October 2025

6 m travel trailer

2 nights at Royal Oaks

We really enjoyed our stay. The site is very private, nice and shady, close to the hosts house but you would not know. The amenities were nice and clean and Christine gave us clear instructions on how to get there and a warm welcome on arrival. Just remember to pack a converter as the power is via a standard 10amp. Definitely would stay again if travelling through Tamworth again.

Sandra

October 2025

8 m travel trailer

1 night at Riverside Farm Retreat

Riverside retreat was delightful. So picturesque and secluded. The grounds were very well kept. Lovely and green. Parked along the river was amazing. Would recommend this spot to anyone.

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Kelly

October 2025

7 m travel trailer

With pets

Weekend Trip to Riverside Escape Off Grid Camping

Caroline outlines directions very well and getting to the site was easy. The relaxing atmosphere and sounds of the river were amazing!

Michael

October 2025

5 m travel trailer

Weekend Trip to Riverside Escape Off Grid Camping

Brilliant spot to camp. Very quiet. Peaceful. Caretaker Mike was very friendly and helpful. Had a great stopover.

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John

October 2025

8 m travel trailer

With pets

Weekend Trip to Riverside Farm Retreat

It’s a lovely location next to the river and close to Narrabri. Having on site toilets was handy. The hosts were very welcoming… and the emu was too.

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Karen

October 2025

7 m travel trailer

1 night at Riverside Escape Off Grid Camping

Another glorious stay. We had a great time enjoying the river and the birds. Went for a few swims and just enjoyed the serenity. Caroline was super communicative and helpful as usual. We’ll be back.

P

October 2025

11 m travel trailer

2 nights at Riverside Farm Retreat

Beautiful setting with views of the mountains, peaceful and very friendly hosts.....and a very friendly dog and even an emu.

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Jessica

October 2025

9 m travel trailer

With kids

4 nights at Riverside Escape Off Grid Camping

This is a magnificent spot! The birdlife is amazing! So, if you enjoy the sounds of bird songs, this is place will not disappoint. If you prefer to cast a line, the fishing is peaceful. The fish seemed to avoid me, but perhaps you will have better luck.