The best lakeside camping near Kangaroo Valley

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Set up your tent lakeside in Kangaroo Valley for a camping experience that’s a cut above the usual. This area offers over 150 tent campsites right by the water—perfect if you want to wake up to mist rising off the lake and birds going off like alarm clocks. Prices start at just $35 a night, with the average around $100. Shower blocks, campfires, and pet-friendly sites are the norm, so you can pack your dog and your marshmallows. Horseback riding, fishing, and hiking are all right on your doorstep. Locals swear by Babbling Brook 4WD Camping (348 reviews) for its secluded spots and clear water. If you want something a bit different, try Silky Oaks Flower Farm (140 reviews) or Surfside Cudmirrah Beach (9 reviews). You’ll find plenty of space to spread out, fish for bass, and unwind under the gums—no fuss, just the essentials done well.

96% (583)

Top-rated campgrounds

Babbling Brook 4WD Camping

2. Babbling Brook 4WD Camping

99%
(594)
40km from Kangaroo Valley · 15 sites · Tents, RVs · St. Georges Basin, NSW
Situated on the beautiful Wandandian Creek with 15km creek frontage, 2.5 hours south of Sydney, Babbling Brook offers ten grassed areas with an easy 3km 4WD drive to campsites. 15 mins drive to Huskisson and Sussex Inlet. We do not accommodate large groups as our focus is peace, relaxation and family friendly. The property is home to an abundance of wildlife including kangaroos, wallabies, native birds and reptiles. There are also a lot of wombats so stay on the track and look for burrows. There are many activities to enjoy including kayaking, fishing, swimming, bush walking, bird watching and 15kms of mountain bike trails. We are pet friendly, please remember to have your pets protected against ticks. You will need to be self-contained with own camping toilet, shower and water. Please DO NOT dig toilet hole, even though you leave it covered, it doesn't take long for the foxes to dig it up and leave a real mess!! Campfires permitted in designated areas. There is mobile reception. No shooting, archery or hunting. No trail bikes. Do not damage trees, there is plenty of firewood on the ground. Don't forget your mozzie repellent. Please note we have a moderate cancellation policy thru Hipcamp.
Pets
Potable water
Toilets
from 
AU$121
 / night
Silky Oaks Flower Farm

3. Silky Oaks Flower Farm

97%
(286)
71km from Kangaroo Valley · 11 sites · Tents, RVs, Lodging · Oakdale, NSW
Silky Oaks is one of Australia’s largest private collections of Native Australian plants. Set on 30 acres; there is 3 lakes, manicured gardens, a cut-flower plantation, rainforest, and orchard to wander. Our Glamping Van's are Set direct on lakefront and our BYO camp spots are in the flower plantation. Oakdale is a lovely rural area; you will pass cow paddocks, mountains and beautiful country vistas on your drive to the property. The area is a mix of houses, hobby farmers, homes on acreage, equestrian centres, produce growers and National Park. There is a glorious look-out in the National Park overlooking the Warragamba dam. Some days it is swept with clouds; enveloping you into the majestic heavens. It’s an easy ten min drive away. There is local towns 15mins drive for eating out and getting coffee.
Pets
Potable water
Toilets
from 
AU$79
 / night
Conjola, Opposite the boat ramp

4. Conjola, Opposite the boat ramp

59km from Kangaroo Valley · 1 site · Tent, RV · Conjola National Park, NSW
Escape to Could Easily Retire Here, a peaceful bushland retreat nestled just outside Conjola in New South Wales. This charming property sits amid native forest, offering both shade and openness, and makes a perfect base to slow down and soak in natural beauty. You’re just minutes from Conjola National Park, where a network of trails winds through forests, past lakes, and toward the ocean. Nearby, Lake Conjola offers a serene estuary for kayaking, fishing, or quiet waterside walks. Wildlife lovers will appreciate the rich biodiversity in the area — from gliders and kangaroos to a wide variety of birdlife. Whether you’re here to rest, explore, or reconnect, this spot gives you the best of both worlds: peaceful bushland seclusion with easy access to water-based activities, forest trails, and the laid-back charm of the South Coast. It’s an ideal place to slow down and, well … almost feel like you could retire here.
Pets
Potable water
Campfires
from 
AU$146
 / night
Lyrebirds Nest

7. Lyrebirds Nest

98%
(79)
29km from Kangaroo Valley · 2 sites · Lodging · Penrose, NSW
Welcome to Lyrebirds Nest, a quiet bush escape. Lyrebirds Nest cottage is situated in the bush with forest views from the balcony and rooms. The cottage is setup for glamping with an wood stove, queen bed (BYO linen), sofa, electricity, filtered water (hot and cold), hot indoor shower and composting toilet. A bar fridge and microwave is also provided. The open fire is not to be used. The surrounding land on the property includes a lake with jetty, sauna, olive grove, orchard and chicken coup. There are great hikes on the property or you can follow the creek and continue into the State Forest. There is plenty of wildlife to see, a bird lovers paradise with plenty of Lyrebirds, king parrots, black cockatoos to name a few. You're welcome to stay in the cottage or camp by the lake. Located half way between Canberra and Sydney, and 15 minutes walk from Penrose station with easy access to all the Southern Highlands has to offer.
Pets
Potable water
Toilets
from 
AU$303
 / night

Set up your tent lakeside in Kangaroo Valley for a camping experience that’s a cut above the usual. This area offers over 150 tent campsites right by the water—perfect if you want to wake up to mist rising off the lake and birds going off like alarm clocks. Prices start at just $35 a night, with the average around $100. Shower blocks, campfires, and pet-friendly sites are the norm, so you can pack your dog and your marshmallows. Horseback riding, fishing, and hiking are all right on your doorstep. Locals swear by Babbling Brook 4WD Camping (348 reviews) for its secluded spots and clear water. If you want something a bit different, try Silky Oaks Flower Farm (140 reviews) or Surfside Cudmirrah Beach (9 reviews). You’ll find plenty of space to spread out, fish for bass, and unwind under the gums—no fuss, just the essentials done well.

96% (583)

Top-rated campgrounds

Babbling Brook 4WD Camping

2. Babbling Brook 4WD Camping

99%
(594)
40km from Kangaroo Valley · 15 sites · Tents, RVs · St. Georges Basin, NSW
Situated on the beautiful Wandandian Creek with 15km creek frontage, 2.5 hours south of Sydney, Babbling Brook offers ten grassed areas with an easy 3km 4WD drive to campsites. 15 mins drive to Huskisson and Sussex Inlet. We do not accommodate large groups as our focus is peace, relaxation and family friendly. The property is home to an abundance of wildlife including kangaroos, wallabies, native birds and reptiles. There are also a lot of wombats so stay on the track and look for burrows. There are many activities to enjoy including kayaking, fishing, swimming, bush walking, bird watching and 15kms of mountain bike trails. We are pet friendly, please remember to have your pets protected against ticks. You will need to be self-contained with own camping toilet, shower and water. Please DO NOT dig toilet hole, even though you leave it covered, it doesn't take long for the foxes to dig it up and leave a real mess!! Campfires permitted in designated areas. There is mobile reception. No shooting, archery or hunting. No trail bikes. Do not damage trees, there is plenty of firewood on the ground. Don't forget your mozzie repellent. Please note we have a moderate cancellation policy thru Hipcamp.
Pets
Potable water
Toilets
from 
AU$121
 / night
Silky Oaks Flower Farm

3. Silky Oaks Flower Farm

97%
(286)
71km from Kangaroo Valley · 11 sites · Tents, RVs, Lodging · Oakdale, NSW
Silky Oaks is one of Australia’s largest private collections of Native Australian plants. Set on 30 acres; there is 3 lakes, manicured gardens, a cut-flower plantation, rainforest, and orchard to wander. Our Glamping Van's are Set direct on lakefront and our BYO camp spots are in the flower plantation. Oakdale is a lovely rural area; you will pass cow paddocks, mountains and beautiful country vistas on your drive to the property. The area is a mix of houses, hobby farmers, homes on acreage, equestrian centres, produce growers and National Park. There is a glorious look-out in the National Park overlooking the Warragamba dam. Some days it is swept with clouds; enveloping you into the majestic heavens. It’s an easy ten min drive away. There is local towns 15mins drive for eating out and getting coffee.
Pets
Potable water
Toilets
from 
AU$79
 / night
Conjola, Opposite the boat ramp

4. Conjola, Opposite the boat ramp

59km from Kangaroo Valley · 1 site · Tent, RV · Conjola National Park, NSW
Escape to Could Easily Retire Here, a peaceful bushland retreat nestled just outside Conjola in New South Wales. This charming property sits amid native forest, offering both shade and openness, and makes a perfect base to slow down and soak in natural beauty. You’re just minutes from Conjola National Park, where a network of trails winds through forests, past lakes, and toward the ocean. Nearby, Lake Conjola offers a serene estuary for kayaking, fishing, or quiet waterside walks. Wildlife lovers will appreciate the rich biodiversity in the area — from gliders and kangaroos to a wide variety of birdlife. Whether you’re here to rest, explore, or reconnect, this spot gives you the best of both worlds: peaceful bushland seclusion with easy access to water-based activities, forest trails, and the laid-back charm of the South Coast. It’s an ideal place to slow down and, well … almost feel like you could retire here.
Pets
Potable water
Campfires
from 
AU$146
 / night
Lyrebirds Nest

7. Lyrebirds Nest

98%
(79)
29km from Kangaroo Valley · 2 sites · Lodging · Penrose, NSW
Welcome to Lyrebirds Nest, a quiet bush escape. Lyrebirds Nest cottage is situated in the bush with forest views from the balcony and rooms. The cottage is setup for glamping with an wood stove, queen bed (BYO linen), sofa, electricity, filtered water (hot and cold), hot indoor shower and composting toilet. A bar fridge and microwave is also provided. The open fire is not to be used. The surrounding land on the property includes a lake with jetty, sauna, olive grove, orchard and chicken coup. There are great hikes on the property or you can follow the creek and continue into the State Forest. There is plenty of wildlife to see, a bird lovers paradise with plenty of Lyrebirds, king parrots, black cockatoos to name a few. You're welcome to stay in the cottage or camp by the lake. Located half way between Canberra and Sydney, and 15 minutes walk from Penrose station with easy access to all the Southern Highlands has to offer.
Pets
Potable water
Toilets
from 
AU$303
 / night

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