The best campgrounds near Kandos, New South Wales with climbing

Looking to experience the great outdoors near Kandos, New South Wales in Australia? Hipcamp has over 2400 camping options in this area, with a wide range of accommodations to suit your preferences. Whether you're into hiking, biking, or fishing, there's something for everyone. Check out top campsites like Fern Valley Ranch (401 reviews), Megalong Valley Farm (435 reviews), and Watton Airstrip (418 reviews) for some tried and true options. With prices starting as low as $10 per night and an average price of $35 per night, you can't go wrong. Plus, popular amenities like potable water, rubbish, and pet-friendly locations are available to make your camping experience even better.

96% (802) • 10 campsites

Top-rated campgrounds near Kandos

Looking to experience the great outdoors near Kandos, New South Wales in Australia? Hipcamp has over 2400 camping options in this area, with a wide range of accommodations to suit your preferences. Whether you're into hiking, biking, or fishing, there's something for everyone. Check out top campsites like Fern Valley Ranch (401 reviews), Megalong Valley Farm (435 reviews), and Watton Airstrip (418 reviews) for some tried and true options. With prices starting as low as $10 per night and an average price of $35 per night, you can't go wrong. Plus, popular amenities like potable water, rubbish, and pet-friendly locations are available to make your camping experience even better.

96% (802) • 10 campsites

Top-rated campgrounds near Kandos

1. TJ’s 4B Park & Camping + Hiking

89%

(61)

73km from Kandos · 16 sites · Tents, RVs, Lodging

We are Based in a Quiet Area in Howes Valley NSW TJ's has over 1000 acres of mixed beautifully grassed areas, surrounding Aussie bush, and a sand based seasonal river (the river is not always flowing fully). Where you can relax and enjoy the peace and tranquility of the Australia Bush, taking in the stunning views, listening to the wildlife, star gazing, go bush walking, splash in our crystal clear seasonal river or bring out your adventure side and go 4wding. Pets are definitely welcome, but please be sensible and do not bring them if they are aggressive. Please pick up after him/her (there is nothing worse than stepping in a dog dropping). Horses also welcome - we have a fenced cattle yard. Hot Showers are available. There are toilets placed around the property. We have communal sites plus separated private sites for those that would like some privacy. (If you would like a private site, please message us once you have booked). Have a Fenced off Kids Playground. Buggys (allowed any weekend at an extra fee). Quads and dirt bikes also allowed PLEASE NOTE; They are an extra fee and only allowed on specific weekends. As we like to keep our property quiet for everyone to relax from the hassle and bustle of everyday life. Please see our website or Facebook page for dates. Buggy Tours and kids quad rides are available (extra costs). We would like to advise that entry to our beautiful property is a dirt road and does have mounds. The road has just been upgraded and although has dirt mounds is quite easy. We suggest to drive over them on an angle and take your time. We have lots of people come in with trailers and campers and have not had a problem. But do not recommend it if you have a lowered car. Any concerns, please contact us.

2. Hartley Vale Garlic Farm

92%

(339)

79km from Kandos · 4 sites · Tents, RVs

The Hartley Vale Garlic Farm was established in 2018 as an organic garlic farm now owned by James and Michelle and their two children. The farm features a hempcrete building named 'The Stinking Rose' used for drying and curing garlic, that also acts as a big room for garlic feasts during planting (March, April and May each year). The building also houses toilet and shower facilities for guests when camping on site. On some evenings, the sky puts on a real show of golden sun rays with pink, purple and blue clouds while swallows flit across the garden beds catching moths. Our guests like to sit around their campfires watching the spectacular show while kids and dogs run around without the burden of leashes or noise of city traffic.

3. Good Paddock

89%

(86)

71km from Kandos · 5 sites · Tents, RVs

Pitch your tent, or park your van or caravan at the base a beautiful mountain. only two minute drive to the entrance of the Newnes state forest. Access to the major 4x4 off-roading routes, the glow worm tunnel, the lost city and much more to explore. This campsite is a 8 minute drive to town. Pets are welcome but must be kept under control and cleaned up after. Campfires are also permitted when there are no restrictions in place. Feel free to message about any question

4. Bonnie Doon at Bell

98%

(93)

79km from Kandos · 9 sites · Tents, RVs

Please note that Hipcamp has increased my fees by 50%. This is on top of whatever they charge you. So contact me for special camping packages that include other optional extras that may save us money. Our property is located in the Blue Mountains, nestled right in the middle of the national park and all that the Blue Mountains bush has to offer. Gums, ferns, fresh air and swimming holes. I only allow one group to camp at any one time per site. Other groups will be well away from you. However the dam is available for everyone to use. I adjust each booking with each group depending on size of the group and time of year. I also hold large events so will book out the entire site for large groups. Just a short drive from Sydney but a world away with its ancient forests and meandering pathways. All photos are from the site or within a 2km walk of the camping site in National Park or reserve. Please note that the canyon photos are from a spot that is very difficult to get to. I welcome self-contained campers with your own camping toilet/shower, and drinking water. However there are facilities on site for smaller groups at an extra cost. The property offers a number of sites that can accommodate various group numbers. Please message me if you're interested in booking one or more listings for your special get together. Dogs are welcome as long as they are friendly, but no cats please. Also please be aware that we are surrounded by nature and part of nature are snakes and ticks. - we need to keep this environment for the wildlife. Please take all your belongings and rubbish with you when you leave. Leave it better than as you found it. Please be aware that due to our proximity to the road and rail that at times you will hear some traffic noise. But most times it is very quiet except for the frogs.

5. Little Creek Retreat

100%

(51)

70km from Kandos · 2 sites · Tents, RVs

The Little Creek Retreat is conveniently located 1km north of Lithgow town centre at the end of the road nestled at the bottom of the valley near a pretty little creek. It sits next to the heritage state mine which you may view and have tours on the weekend. We have 1 cozy site with outdoor seating and cooking area fire pit for up to 6 people. Feel free to pet our miniature goats. They are very friendly. Please ask before feeding them! Camping toilets are available for use. Local kangaroos sometimes drop by. Plenty of wildlife with kookaburras, parrots, currawongs and even a shy wombat. Mini goats are sometimes on the property as well. There are many amazing local bush walks and plenty of fascinating history and things to do. Space for 3 cars, tent, caravan or trailer 10m x 4m wide clear flat area with easy access next to outdoor seating. 2 minute drive to cafes and shops and town centre, bus stop is 100m, train station 800m. We are conveniently close to town. Lithgow tourism centre has plenty of information and activities to do. There are scenic lookouts, climbing, canyoning, bike trails or simply relax with great eateries and historical sites. Cooking fires are permitted when there are no RFS bans in place. Note: You will need to completely extinguish your fire before you depart. You may collect water from the creek. It is ok to collect fallen kindling, no chain sawing of trees. Wood is provided free of charge for small fires only. If you use the kindling please play if forward and collect for the next person. If you need more wood simply message me. There is a camping toilet with toilet paper and hand sanitizer supplied. Well behaved pets are welcome and we encourage you to keep your dog on a lead if they are likely to adventure too far from your site and disturb the local wildlife or other campers. No cats as there are many native birds. Please take all your belongings and rubbish with you when you leave. If you are interested in free accommodation, we are open to exchange labour as they is always plenty to do on the farm.

6. Rocklee Capertee

99%

(58)

27km from Kandos · 12 sites · Tents, RVs

4WD only (clearance of 20cm+ needed). Rocklee is on Wiradjuri land, a short drive from Capertee, surrounded by Gardens of Stone and Capertee national parks and the Mugii Murrum-ban State Conservation Area. Rocklee is 2.5 hours from Sydney and Dubbo. Access is 4wd only. (We’re serious!) Our road has ‘roll overs’, rocks and a couple of tight turns on large gradients) on so you need a vehicle with 20cm+ clearance. If you are towing a camper trailer, you need a good 4wd engine to get back up the hill confidently. Each campsite is a long way from other sites - usually about 800m. Rocklee has a mix of no-longer used paddocks and about 800 acres of untouched bush. You will arrive through the conservation area, which has beautiful pagodas and endless bushwalks. Hipcampers can choose from plenty of space where they'd like to set up camp. Please be careful as some paddocks are overgrown, fences have come down and there are lots of wombat holes, so drive slowly and be careful. There are no amenities here, campers need to be self contained and leave no trace. This means you need to bring water, use exisiting fireplaces and take your rubbish, recycling and compost with you. (You need to bring water from home or elsewhere on the way. Please note you cannot fill up free tap water at Capertee - either at the BP, the picnic area or the pub. It just doesn’t rain enough to fill up the tanks.)

7. Beelisco Honey Hipcamp

100%

(87)

69km from Kandos · 2 sites · Tents, RVs

Creek update: Creek is currently dry! Great for group bookings... just add your extra people to your booking, as extras. You will have the whole campsite to yourself with your group only. We only run two campsite's here, the main site and the creek site but you can book in extra people on your booking to have a group camp with YOU!! Each campsite has its own pit style loo! There IS Phone service (TELSTRA Only) We have firewood available to purchase in extras. Large roomy grassy ALL FLAT level campsites, suitable for all vehicle access, so great to get away camping with friends or family. Beelisco Honey Hipcamp camping spot is set on 300acres located in the beautiful valley of Baerami Creek and surrounded by the amazing mountain views of Wollemi National Park. We are located just off the Bylong Valley Way, so a great spot to spend a night or two if travelling through. There are some amazing mountain views and a very tranquil peaceful camping spot. Tar sealed road all the way to the front gate and then only 150metres in on farm to your campsite on a very well-maintained road suitable for ALL vehicles. We have wide gate access to suit all vehicles/trailers of any size to go in and out and all sites are grassy and level. Great spot to relax, chill and take in the amazing country air and surroundings, relax by a fire, cook marshmallows or a camp oven feast. Walk down to the edge of this campsite and listen to the creek trickle past, go bushwalking, listen to the birds and watch the Kangaroos. Of a night you will be amazed at how many stars you can see, it is just beautiful, so don't forget to look up. Please put in ‘Beelisco Honey’ into google maps to see how far we are from you. Our farm is a family run business with Husband, wife and 2 young boys, we run horses and cattle all year round and grow Lucerne hay on a few large flats around the farm. We also produce farm fresh pure raw bush Honey (Beelisco Honey) We know you will love your tranquil camping experience and feel relaxed and refreshed. Directions: For directions enter "Beelisco Honey" into google maps. We are located on Baerami Creek Road at Baerami Creek NSW. Find us on Facebook. Beelisco Honey Hipcamp Baerami Creek NSW

8. Canyon Country Camping, Glen Alice

99%

(251)

31km from Kandos · 252 sites · Tents, RVs

THE CAMPGROUND IS CLOSED CURRENTLY DUE TO PLANNED UPGRADES Please check in from early March for updates of our reopening or message us from our facebook page in the meantime, Canyon Country Camping. Be safe and well and see you in 2026.

9. Daisy View Farm

100%

(2)

26km from Kandos · 1 site · Tent, RV

Rolling hills and stunning sunsets. 100 acres to explore and relax with a camp fire. A creek divides the property through the middle. Quiet secluded space down the back with a gurgling creek heard through the silence. Plenty of kangaroos to be seen and the occasion wombat or echidna. Enjoy the serenity only 2.5 hours from Sydney.

Recent reviews from the Hipcamp community

Siobhan

1 week ago

Tent

1 night at Beelisco Honey Hipcamp

Camping here was beautiful. The owners are clearly very proud of their land and have kept the campsites secluded and private. They haven't tried to rort campers and turn it into a money-making scheme, which made camping here even more special. We were completely isolated, and the self made composting toilets were beautifully clean. We are already planning another trip back here. I hope it remains as quiet and secluded, as it was genuinely a great site

Very clean inside the toilet. Water and soap provided

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Penny

1 week ago

5 m pop-up camper

Weekend Trip to Beelisco Honey Hipcamp

Absolutely amazing location. Perfect for the dogs. The toilet was so clean. The site was all ours and so peaceful. Grab some eggs. They are fantastic and will be delivered by Ben and M'liss who are just beautiful people. We will be back for sure. Highly recommend. You will not be disappointed.

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HARSHA

2 weeks ago

Tent

Group trip

2 nights at Hartley Vale Garlic Farm

Such a beautiful campsite. Very spacious and so into the mountains. We had a wonderful relaxing time during our Christmas break. Michelle wasn’t on site but she was on call on our arrival and she was so kind, made us feel so welcomed. And 2 dogs called Stephen & Daisy gave us the company and kept us safe during our stay. Love this place ❤️❤️❤️🌿🌿🌿

A green manure crop in our garlic beds from season 1.

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Akash

2 weeks ago

Tent

Group trip

1 night at Hartley Vale Garlic Farm

It was refreshing and rewarding, it had beautiful views, peaceful atmosphere, and just the right amount of camping spots to feel secluded. A perfect escape into nature. Host was very friendly & we loved Stephen(friendly border Collie) who showed us the path to washroom at nights & escorted us back to our tents:) we loved the dogs!!

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Fabian

2 weeks ago

7 m Class B

With kids

1 night at Hartley Vale Garlic Farm

Very friendly host. Nice spot and amazing star gazing. We loved our stay.

Jamie Lee

December 2025

5 m Class B

With pets

Weekend Trip to Beelisco Honey Hipcamp

Unfortunately due to fires in the area we were unable to camp, we were really looking forward to the stay. The host had impeccable communication, messaging us the day prior to our stay letting us know about the fires near buy and offered a refund. We initially chose to stay away, then changed our mind the day of our stay and we were still giving a refund. Very kind when really they didn't have too.

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Beáta

November 2025

Tent

With kids

Weekend Trip to Little Creek Retreat

This was a great one night stop and allowed us to explore some remote areas on the Newnes Plateau. Friendly host, basic amenities, adorable goats that our son enjoyed feeding.

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Joanne

November 2025

Tent

With pets

Weekend Trip to Good Paddock

Good Paddock was perfect. Spacious setting, close to Lithgow nestled at the foot of surrounding mountains.

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George 50

November 2025

Tent

Weekend Trip to Hartley Vale Garlic Farm

Great location, had the space to myself. Greeted by Oscar and his two K9 offsiders. Absolutely great spot to get away from everything. Very cool.

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Mark

November 2025

5 m Class B

1 night at Little Creek Retreat

Such a convenient spot for some amazing walks and POi…. great little set up areas with toilets at each spot. Basic but all you need, perfect for my little van, had a fire, a bbq… great night Geoff was a hive of knowledge… if we went to all Gis paces of recommendation we would have had to stay there a month🤣😂😂

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Venessa

November 2025

7 m pop-up camper

1 night at Hartley Vale Garlic Farm

Stunning valley and mountain views from the campsite. Plenty of space between campers. Close to Lithgow if you need supplies. Peaceful place to relax.

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Richard

November 2025

5 m Class B

1 night at Little Creek Retreat

Lovely place, secluded at the edge of the town. Very peaceful and relaxing, I wish I had more time to stay an extra night and explore the area. Woke up to a family of kangaroos outside the van. Highly recommend it. Geoff is really friendly and helpful too, recommend loads to do in the area.

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Brad

November 2025

Tent

Group trip

1 night at Beelisco Honey Hipcamp

Great location for a pitstop for our trip to Mudgee and beyond from Newcastle. Camped near the creek and would definately recommend a weekend or so stay. We met out host M'Liss and she was great. She gave us some recommendations to explore locally. We had the campsite to ourselves cooking over the fire.

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catherine

November 2025

5 m Class B

With pets

1 night at Hartley Vale Garlic Farm

A beautiful spot!! Oscar was a credit to his parents and such a great helper upon our arrival! Thank you for a wonderful stay!

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Abbey

November 2025

Tent

Weekend Trip to Hartley Vale Garlic Farm

Amazing sunset views! Lovely hosts! They explained how the garlic works and delivered us firewood :) 2 nice dogs escorted us to the campsite and kept us company at the fire pit. Would definitely recommend!

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Chelle

October 2025

5 m car

With pets

3 nights at Beelisco Honey Hipcamp

Absolutely beautiful property and the owners are top people to boot! The creek is crystal clear and the trees are magic. Good people with a great place and super easy to access. Honey is delicious too! Highly recommend ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️

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Tais

October 2025

Tent

With pets

Weekend Trip to Hartley Vale Garlic Farm

Great camping site with gorgeous views and super cute dogs. It’s great to bring your dogs here so they can run around and play with the owner’s dogs. Will definitely come back!

Hope

October 2025

Tent

2 nights at Good Paddock

Myself and husband loved our stay here!! We spent a day wondering the town of Lithgow and the ruins and stayed an extra night to visit the glow worm caves! Super lucky to have had the campsite to ourselves for our time there but what a beautiful place 💛 zero issues at all and we met Sally’s father who was friendly and made us feel very welcome 🥰 thank you Sally! We have already recommended you to friends and family 💛

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Eva

October 2025

5 m Class A

With pets

Weekend Trip to Beelisco Honey Hipcamp

We had the whole Beelisco campsite to ourselves, and it was pure bliss. The place is incredibly peaceful, surrounded by nature with the most beautiful creek just a short walk away. It felt private and untouched — the ideal spot to unwind and reconnect with the outdoors. Everything was well-kept, and you can really feel the care that’s gone into maintaining the land. Can’t recommend it enough for anyone looking for a quiet, serene escape. We’ll definitely be back! 💚

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Craig

October 2025

Tent

With pets

Weekend Trip to Canyon Country Camping, Glen Alice

Canyon Country Camping is without a doubt the most amazing place we have stayed. We keep coming back for the beautiful surroundings and peaceful relaxing days and nights around the camp fire. There is so much space if you are looking for a little privacy for your trip. Lyn is an absolutle amazing host, super friendly and welcoming. Thanks Lyn for another amazing weekend at your site.