The best camping near Gunnedah with swimming

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In Gunnedah, finding a campsite where you can swim is easy—there are over 130 options that put the water front and centre. The Namoi River snakes through the region, and you’ll find sites tucked along its banks, shaded by eucalypts and close enough to spot platypus at dawn. Most sites offer the basics: toilets, showers, and the chance to build a campfire as the sun drops. Fishing lines dangle in the water, and birds skim the surface at dusk. You won’t need to spend a fortune either, with stays averaging $25 a night and some as low as $15. If you want a spot campers rave about, try Riverside Escape Off Grid Camping (287 reviews), Outback Fish Farm (77 reviews), or Riverside Farm Retreat (65 reviews). Bring your swimmers, fishing rod, and a sense of adventure—Gunnedah’s swimming spots won’t disappoint.

95% (603) 13 campsites

Top-rated campgrounds near Gunnedah

Riverside Escape Off Grid Camping

1. Riverside Escape Off Grid Camping

100%
(384)
67km from Gunnedah · 27 sites · Tents, RVs
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.
Pets
Toilets
Campfires
from 
AU$20
 / night
Royal Oaks

2. Royal Oaks

99%
(45)
69km from Gunnedah · 4 sites · Tents, RVs
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.
Electrical hookup
Toilets
Showers
from 
AU$31
 / night
Namoi Valley Escape

3. Namoi Valley Escape

100%
(15)
74km from Gunnedah · 1 site · Tent, RV
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.
Pets
Campfires
Potable water
from 
AU$31
 / night
Riverside Farm Retreat

4. Riverside Farm Retreat

98%
(142)
75km from Gunnedah · 99 sites · Tents, RVs
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. Narrabri to Riverside Retreat : From Narrabri. travel east 13 kms out on old Gunnedah Rd (continues on from Main Street). Past Mining camp on your right. Over Bulewa Ck bridge, go PAST Pikes lane on your left, take NEXT turn LEFT onto Maules Ck Rd. View to your right, house on river and yards on left, Riverside Retreat sign on the gates. - [ ] B&B Guest’s use main entrance. Caravans & Campers DO NOT TURN INTO MAIN GATE OF HOMESTEAD. Continue on 300 mtrs past main gates just around corner turn right over cattle grid. Make your way towards the river and find a nice spot if you have not already been allocated a site. Reverse pack on river front sites in peak periods only. There is no requirement to park on any site you can park on 2 sites if that suit you. We have 🐓FRESH FARM EGGS: Just ask us when you arrive - $7 per dozen 🥚 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.
Pets
Toilets
Campfires
from 
AU$24
 / night
Outback Fish Farm

5. Outback Fish Farm

97%
(126)
76km from Gunnedah · 21 sites · Tents, RVs
Set 10km outside of Narrabri on a dirt road is Narrabri Fish Farm. Camp in the serenity alongside 100 ponds. Take the daily fish feeding tour at 10.30am or explore the farm - book in advance or when you arrive. Flushing toilets and hot showers (also a new addition of the donkey shower) Campfires permitted (pending Fire bans, please check). Firewood available upon arrival. Cabins and kiosk coming soon. Fishing will be available from September 2024.
Pets
Toilets
Campfires
from 
AU$37
 / night
Myall Springs Lake

6. Myall Springs Lake

80%
(5)
33km from Gunnedah · 2 sites · Tents, RVs
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
Pets
from 
AU$48
 / night
Fairfield

7. Fairfield

86%
(18)
62km from Gunnedah · 4 sites · Tents, RVs
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
Pets
Campfires
from 
AU$31
 / night
LOOMBERAH TERRACES

8. LOOMBERAH TERRACES

100%
(1)
74km from Gunnedah · 1 site · Tent, RV
Our property is an operating farm with cattle and horses. Native wildlife and vegetation, wooded and cleared areas, dams, a waterfall and running creek in wetter seasons, hilly and undulating paddocks. Wedge-tail eagles, owls, cockatoos and galahs, kangaroos and echidnas are all regular visitors here. This is an appreciation of the Australian bush and primary production scenery. Each of our sites are completely private from each other, from our homestead and from neighbours. From your site take in views of the valley dotted with crops and grazing stock. Pot some yabbies, cool off in a dam, keep your eyes peeled for snakes and echidnas. Explore local areas such as Nundle (45 minutes to gold panning and the Woollen Mill) and Currabubula (30 minutes to the Curra pub), visit Goonoo Goonoo Station (magnificently restored and renovated historic sheep and cattle station now also an event centre and restaurant) and Dungowan Brewery (30 minutes to remodelled shearing-shed-come-restaurant and farm animal zoo). Church on Sundays is at St Lukes at 9:00am (7 minutes to local evangelical Anglican and morning tea is served). Four wheel drive access only. Maximum speed 20kms per hour. No power. No running water. No amenities. Please bring your own waste management which can be deposited to the green lid bin at the front gate. Campfires strictly only between 1 July and 1 September and never on a windy day.
Pets
Campfires
from 
AU$48
 / night
Warradine Homestead

9. Warradine Homestead

100%
(8)
79km from Gunnedah · 5 sites
Carmel, Peter and their rescue Greyhound Honey invite you to Warradine Homestead. 5 level acres featuring manicured gardens, yabbie filled dam and a plethora of wildlife. Surrounded by farmland, and only 20 minutes to Tamworth CBD and ALEC 15 minutes away. Situated at the base of Chaffey Dam. Perfect base for your Tamworth Country Music expedition or just exploring the New England Area.
Pets
from 
AU$43
 / night

In Gunnedah, finding a campsite where you can swim is easy—there are over 130 options that put the water front and centre. The Namoi River snakes through the region, and you’ll find sites tucked along its banks, shaded by eucalypts and close enough to spot platypus at dawn. Most sites offer the basics: toilets, showers, and the chance to build a campfire as the sun drops. Fishing lines dangle in the water, and birds skim the surface at dusk. You won’t need to spend a fortune either, with stays averaging $25 a night and some as low as $15. If you want a spot campers rave about, try Riverside Escape Off Grid Camping (287 reviews), Outback Fish Farm (77 reviews), or Riverside Farm Retreat (65 reviews). Bring your swimmers, fishing rod, and a sense of adventure—Gunnedah’s swimming spots won’t disappoint.

95% (603) 13 campsites

Top-rated campgrounds near Gunnedah

Riverside Escape Off Grid Camping

1. Riverside Escape Off Grid Camping

100%
(384)
67km from Gunnedah · 27 sites · Tents, RVs
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.
Pets
Toilets
Campfires
from 
AU$20
 / night
Royal Oaks

2. Royal Oaks

99%
(45)
69km from Gunnedah · 4 sites · Tents, RVs
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.
Electrical hookup
Toilets
Showers
from 
AU$31
 / night
Namoi Valley Escape

3. Namoi Valley Escape

100%
(15)
74km from Gunnedah · 1 site · Tent, RV
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.
Pets
Campfires
Potable water
from 
AU$31
 / night
Riverside Farm Retreat

4. Riverside Farm Retreat

98%
(142)
75km from Gunnedah · 99 sites · Tents, RVs
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. Narrabri to Riverside Retreat : From Narrabri. travel east 13 kms out on old Gunnedah Rd (continues on from Main Street). Past Mining camp on your right. Over Bulewa Ck bridge, go PAST Pikes lane on your left, take NEXT turn LEFT onto Maules Ck Rd. View to your right, house on river and yards on left, Riverside Retreat sign on the gates. - [ ] B&B Guest’s use main entrance. Caravans & Campers DO NOT TURN INTO MAIN GATE OF HOMESTEAD. Continue on 300 mtrs past main gates just around corner turn right over cattle grid. Make your way towards the river and find a nice spot if you have not already been allocated a site. Reverse pack on river front sites in peak periods only. There is no requirement to park on any site you can park on 2 sites if that suit you. We have 🐓FRESH FARM EGGS: Just ask us when you arrive - $7 per dozen 🥚 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.
Pets
Toilets
Campfires
from 
AU$24
 / night
Outback Fish Farm

5. Outback Fish Farm

97%
(126)
76km from Gunnedah · 21 sites · Tents, RVs
Set 10km outside of Narrabri on a dirt road is Narrabri Fish Farm. Camp in the serenity alongside 100 ponds. Take the daily fish feeding tour at 10.30am or explore the farm - book in advance or when you arrive. Flushing toilets and hot showers (also a new addition of the donkey shower) Campfires permitted (pending Fire bans, please check). Firewood available upon arrival. Cabins and kiosk coming soon. Fishing will be available from September 2024.
Pets
Toilets
Campfires
from 
AU$37
 / night
Myall Springs Lake

6. Myall Springs Lake

80%
(5)
33km from Gunnedah · 2 sites · Tents, RVs
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
Pets
from 
AU$48
 / night
Fairfield

7. Fairfield

86%
(18)
62km from Gunnedah · 4 sites · Tents, RVs
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
Pets
Campfires
from 
AU$31
 / night
LOOMBERAH TERRACES

8. LOOMBERAH TERRACES

100%
(1)
74km from Gunnedah · 1 site · Tent, RV
Our property is an operating farm with cattle and horses. Native wildlife and vegetation, wooded and cleared areas, dams, a waterfall and running creek in wetter seasons, hilly and undulating paddocks. Wedge-tail eagles, owls, cockatoos and galahs, kangaroos and echidnas are all regular visitors here. This is an appreciation of the Australian bush and primary production scenery. Each of our sites are completely private from each other, from our homestead and from neighbours. From your site take in views of the valley dotted with crops and grazing stock. Pot some yabbies, cool off in a dam, keep your eyes peeled for snakes and echidnas. Explore local areas such as Nundle (45 minutes to gold panning and the Woollen Mill) and Currabubula (30 minutes to the Curra pub), visit Goonoo Goonoo Station (magnificently restored and renovated historic sheep and cattle station now also an event centre and restaurant) and Dungowan Brewery (30 minutes to remodelled shearing-shed-come-restaurant and farm animal zoo). Church on Sundays is at St Lukes at 9:00am (7 minutes to local evangelical Anglican and morning tea is served). Four wheel drive access only. Maximum speed 20kms per hour. No power. No running water. No amenities. Please bring your own waste management which can be deposited to the green lid bin at the front gate. Campfires strictly only between 1 July and 1 September and never on a windy day.
Pets
Campfires
from 
AU$48
 / night
Warradine Homestead

9. Warradine Homestead

100%
(8)
79km from Gunnedah · 5 sites
Carmel, Peter and their rescue Greyhound Honey invite you to Warradine Homestead. 5 level acres featuring manicured gardens, yabbie filled dam and a plethora of wildlife. Surrounded by farmland, and only 20 minutes to Tamworth CBD and ALEC 15 minutes away. Situated at the base of Chaffey Dam. Perfect base for your Tamworth Country Music expedition or just exploring the New England Area.
Pets
from 
AU$43
 / night

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