95% (9.8K) • 181 campsites
Top-rated campgrounds near Hornsby
Dharawal Camp
1. Dharawal Camp
99%
(172)
55km from Hornsby · 1 site · Tent, RV
Dharawal Camp offers all the benefits of glamping. Enjoy a peaceful night's rest in your tent/vehicle, then hop out of bed and enjoy the peaceful surrounds of the cabin with access to a kitchen area supplying rainwater. With the secluded bush surroundings and the quiet, it's hard to believe you're only an hour away from Sydney.
You might even see a Koala
There is strictly no accomodation in the Cabin.
The camp features a camping toilet and bathing facilities, gas bbq, a kitchen washing area, NO FRIDGE, a recreation space and dining table when the weather is bad. All you need to do is roll out your swag.
Campers are encouraged to take their rubbish with them.
There is access to power for campervans/caravans.
Warm your toes at the outdoor fireplace whilst you chat with friends. (Please bring own firewood).
You will be a 10 minute drive from the beautiful Dharawal National Park which has wonderful swimming holes and bush walks.
The site is 15 minutes drive from Campbelltown, which offers all amenities of a large metropolitan city.
Electrical hookup
Toilets
Campfires
from
AU$146
/ night
Banjo's Retreat
2. Banjo's Retreat
98%
(78)
57km from Hornsby · 8 sites
Banjo's Retreat is a 40 Acre property with multiple camp sites.
It's located 20 minutes to beaches, 5 minutes to river.
Restaurants, pubs close by, tree tops adventure park and amazement zoo 3mins away. With views to the mountains and amazing sunsets to the west over the national park.
Walking trails, wildlife including kangaroos, echidnas, turtles, water dragons etc etc pay regular visits, as well as the abundent birdlife
from
AU$73
/ night
Otford Park nr Royal National Park
3. Otford Park nr Royal National Park
99%
(464)
58km from Hornsby · 3 sites · Tents, RVs
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
Toilets
Campfires
Showers
from
AU$79
/ night
Brightwater
4. Brightwater
99%
(123)
60km from Hornsby · 1 site · Tent, RV
Brightwater sits beside Olney State Forest and Kuluwan Flora Reserve. It is a 50-acre farm with a lovely spring-fed dam, with our nearby campsite. The site contains van parking, an open pavilion, an open deck by the stream, a fire pit, and a dunny. It is private and secluded, and with just one group staying at a time, you are guaranteed the space to yourselves.
Please go straight ahead on Collins Ave and enter through the car entrance, NOT the truck entrance which is off to the right. If you come in the truck entrance I can't see you.
There are many beautiful walking and bike trails in the area. Lots of wildlife to meet, including water dragons, wild ducks, and pythons, to name a few. There is also nearby evidence of the original occupants, the Darkinjung people.
You are also welcome to bring a couple of horses! There's a safe paddock with a trough and nice trails in the area to explore.
The Kulnura General Store and bottleshop is just 9km down the road for basic supplies.
Toilets
Campfires
Potable water
from
AU$109
/ night
Platypus Bend
5. Platypus Bend
99%
(36)
60km from Hornsby · 1 site · Tent, RV
Situated at the end of the tranquil & historic Yarramalong Valley on the banks of Brush Creek.
Abundant with native fauna & flora it is a great location to explore the Central Coast Hinterland from, or plenty of room if you want to stay put relax and recharge.
Campfires
Picnic table
from
AU$61
/ night
95% (9.8K) • 181 campsites
Top-rated campgrounds near Hornsby
Dharawal Camp
1. Dharawal Camp
99%
(172)
55km from Hornsby · 1 site · Tent, RV
Dharawal Camp offers all the benefits of glamping. Enjoy a peaceful night's rest in your tent/vehicle, then hop out of bed and enjoy the peaceful surrounds of the cabin with access to a kitchen area supplying rainwater. With the secluded bush surroundings and the quiet, it's hard to believe you're only an hour away from Sydney.
You might even see a Koala
There is strictly no accomodation in the Cabin.
The camp features a camping toilet and bathing facilities, gas bbq, a kitchen washing area, NO FRIDGE, a recreation space and dining table when the weather is bad. All you need to do is roll out your swag.
Campers are encouraged to take their rubbish with them.
There is access to power for campervans/caravans.
Warm your toes at the outdoor fireplace whilst you chat with friends. (Please bring own firewood).
You will be a 10 minute drive from the beautiful Dharawal National Park which has wonderful swimming holes and bush walks.
The site is 15 minutes drive from Campbelltown, which offers all amenities of a large metropolitan city.
Electrical hookup
Toilets
Campfires
from
AU$146
/ night
Banjo's Retreat
2. Banjo's Retreat
98%
(78)
57km from Hornsby · 8 sites
Banjo's Retreat is a 40 Acre property with multiple camp sites.
It's located 20 minutes to beaches, 5 minutes to river.
Restaurants, pubs close by, tree tops adventure park and amazement zoo 3mins away. With views to the mountains and amazing sunsets to the west over the national park.
Walking trails, wildlife including kangaroos, echidnas, turtles, water dragons etc etc pay regular visits, as well as the abundent birdlife
from
AU$73
/ night
Otford Park nr Royal National Park
3. Otford Park nr Royal National Park
99%
(464)
58km from Hornsby · 3 sites · Tents, RVs
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
Toilets
Campfires
Showers
from
AU$79
/ night
Brightwater
4. Brightwater
99%
(123)
60km from Hornsby · 1 site · Tent, RV
Brightwater sits beside Olney State Forest and Kuluwan Flora Reserve. It is a 50-acre farm with a lovely spring-fed dam, with our nearby campsite. The site contains van parking, an open pavilion, an open deck by the stream, a fire pit, and a dunny. It is private and secluded, and with just one group staying at a time, you are guaranteed the space to yourselves.
Please go straight ahead on Collins Ave and enter through the car entrance, NOT the truck entrance which is off to the right. If you come in the truck entrance I can't see you.
There are many beautiful walking and bike trails in the area. Lots of wildlife to meet, including water dragons, wild ducks, and pythons, to name a few. There is also nearby evidence of the original occupants, the Darkinjung people.
You are also welcome to bring a couple of horses! There's a safe paddock with a trough and nice trails in the area to explore.
The Kulnura General Store and bottleshop is just 9km down the road for basic supplies.
Toilets
Campfires
Potable water
from
AU$109
/ night
Platypus Bend
5. Platypus Bend
99%
(36)
60km from Hornsby · 1 site · Tent, RV
Situated at the end of the tranquil & historic Yarramalong Valley on the banks of Brush Creek.
Abundant with native fauna & flora it is a great location to explore the Central Coast Hinterland from, or plenty of room if you want to stay put relax and recharge.
Campfires
Picnic table
from
AU$61
/ night
Recent reviews from the Hipcamp community
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Anabel
2 weeks ago
5 m Class B
Loved camping at the Platypus bend! Such a peaceful place, super green and secluded. We didn’t want to leave! Super kind owner as well :)
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Ruth
3 weeks ago
6 m travel trailer
Group trip
My guests and I loved this site! The directions to the camp were very easy to follow and the variety of goods left by the owners made our hearts so warm to find when we arrived. We had the best time with our dogs off lead running around and swimming in the creek. Would 100% recommend!!
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Theresa
February 2026
4 m Class B
Wonderful location in the forest! We also enjoyed a wonderful warm bath beneath the stars ✨. We recommend!
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Mark
February 2026
7 m travel trailer
With pets
A lovely peaceful spot to camp.Owner supplied lots of outdoor equipment for the campers to use (Tennis racquets, fishing rods, firewood and marshmellows). Our dogs loved the big area for them to roam off leash.
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Moozo
February 2026
15 m travel trailer
We had a lovely weekend at Banjos
Lovely, welcoming and accommodating hosts
Pristine campgrounds
Definitely would recommend this Hipcamp
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Louise
February 2026
Tent
With pets
Absolutely loved our time at Platypus bend! Large private space that is extremely well taken care of. We can’t wait to come back!
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Gabriela
January 2026
Tent
With pets
Nice convenient location with lots of wildlife. Host is friendly and helpful. We had a lovely time!
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Emma
January 2026
Tent
With pets
We had a great time camping at Dharawal, highlights were the pizza oven, use of the cabin with table tennis, being only us, and the location: very close to Jingga pool track, mountain bike tracks and shop if needed, it’s a fantastic place and would highly recommended for a few days break.
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Yash
January 2026
Tent
With pets
10/10 place for someone like me who does solo(ish) camping with 2 high energy dogs. It’s truely all to yourself.
Ive worked remotely 2 days from the camp site, what a lovely experience (Telstra network is solid, Vodafone not so much).
This was my second time camping here. 10+ years of camping, I’ve always had this rule - don’t repeat a campsite, explore a new one instead. But this one broke that rule for me. Made me and my dogs truely love camping here and I don’t mind repeating.
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Vasiljka
January 2026
Tent
With kids
Second time camping here and just as enjoyable as the first! Great site for kids, close to the beaches and shops :)
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Tim
January 2026
Tent
Cath was welcoming and the property was great. I felt very tucked away on the site and was really comfortable sitting on the deck and by the fire. It was a nice drive out and the property was well signposted. It's a new favourite that I would definitely go back to.
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Stuart
January 2026
Tent
Me and a friend did 2 nights here and loved it. Easy to get to and easy check in. Cath (and the dogs) met us on arrival. The dogs do greet you “enthusiastically” and jumped on the car which wasn’t great but they are sweet. The white dogs are guards dogs (let out at night) and take their role seriously on the farm so should not be approached. This is standard with all guard dogs and you shouldn’t let it put you off. Cath will explain when you arrive also.
We loved the big open space and variety of setups that the camp site brings. The open cabin is fantastic and provided much needed shelter from the storm! It got a bit hairy at points so glad we had that. It’s nice bring raised up looking across the camp.
The big fire pit was great with the grill in the corner so you can cook over coals and still have your main fire next to it. Huge water tank with washing up area and tap was also a great addition.
As per another comment, there are leeches but again, just make sure to wear long trousers tucked in and check yourself when you’re walking around camp or on the trails. Same for all forest camping. We didn’t feel like it was too much of an issue. You also have the deck to keep up off the ground if you want to.
The site is plenty big for a ground of people with options to pitch tents on grass, mud, sand, the deck or in the cabin itself which we did. There’s also a couple of flat spots for parking for rooftop tents.
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Tina
January 2026
5 m Class B
With kids
We had a great weekend staying at Dharawal Camp. The camp has plenty of flat ground for tents, easy parking for campervans, and a spacious cabin with running water, some basic supplies and a ping pong table to entertain little ones. Jinnga waterhold nearby was beautiful and really worth the walk. We also had the pleasure of learning about David's art practice with his add-on art lesson, and would highly recommend this to others.
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Ben and Kelly
January 2026
13 m travel trailer
With pets
2nd visit, love this spot. Close to home but feels a million miles away. Dogs have a great time foraging around and we feel its very safe for them there.
Nice flat surface, easy access for our 19’ van.
See you soon Platypus Bend
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Caitlynn
January 2026
Tent
This is our second time staying here in summer and it is just the most perfect campsite. It has it all - privacy, a beautiful healthy dam to swim in, plenty of shade from trees and the handy leanto for wet weather. There is tank water, tables and chair, a massive fire pit and plenty of fire wood.
We can’t fault Caths place!
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Sally
January 2026
5 m travel trailer
Great spot, the beautiful and shady area under trees really made a difference in the heat wave. Wildlife was lovely.
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Shani
January 2026
Tent
With pets
We were greeted welcomingly by the host, Cath, and her friendly dogs. We were then shown to the camp site- it was quite private and very much in nature. It was quite warm the days we were there for, so we were glad the camp site was set in a shaded area to keep us cool. The sounds of birds and other wildlife were lovely to hear, especially at night with the frogs and insects. Our dog had a blast walking the trails nearby as well as swimming in the dam. Highly recommend. Just make sure to bring your insect repellent and you’re all set!
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Nathan
January 2026
Tent
With pets
Amazing campsite with lots of shade for a hot day and plenty to do thanks to the generosity of the hosts
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Brian
January 2026
Tent
With pets
We had a great time at this spacious and secluded campsite. David was really friendly throughout our stay. The cabin was well equipped and we enjoyed playing at the ping pong table.
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John
January 2026
7 m pop-up camper
With pets
Campsites right off the freeway, views of the bush or the cow paddocks . We nearly had the place to ourselves, very peaceful. Lots to do in the area. Will definitely stay again.
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