Discover the best campgrounds near Leichhardt, New South Wales with horseback riding

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Leichhardt

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Weekend Trip to Myrtle Ridge farm

Bec and Mark are great hosts, the grounds were well maintained and showers and toilets were good. Things to see were close it was quite and with no issues at all.

Weekend Trip to Tucker’s rest

Brad and Tracey are amazing hosts, thank you! What an enjoyable weekend my 8 year old daughter and I had , beautiful surrounding, and thank you for all the advice on horses and answering the questions , all the best Jason&Sienna

Weekend Trip to Myrtle Ridge farm

Awesome spot to park up, we really enjoyed it - Had a fire pit ready to go, some firewood and a bathroom as well. Highly recommend 😊

Weekend Trip to Myrtle Ridge farm

We just got back from the campsite and absolutely loved it! The location is beautiful, peaceful, and perfect for a relaxing getaway. The amenities were just what we needed, and everything was clean and well-maintained. What really made the experience special was the host—absolutely amazing! Friendly, helpful, and made us feel so welcome from the moment we arrived. Highly recommend this place to anyone looking for a great camping experience!

Weekend Trip to Myrtle Ridge farm

Beautiful green camp spot. Small creek for the dog to have a swim. Sites are a nice size and each has a designated fire pit. Toilets were very clean and well maintained. The hosts were lovely and made us feel very welcome. We will definitely be back! Thank you for such a lovely camp Bev!

Weekend Trip to Myrtle Ridge farm

Wonderful campsite for families! It's very well maintained and has heaps of playing area for kids. The instruction is very clear, and the hosts are very kind and friendly. We will definitely come back to this site :)

Weekend Trip to Myrtle Ridge farm

Great little book just a stone's throw from the CBD and surrounding coastal highlights. Great for children, creek adventure/swimming and plenty of open spaces. Pets welcome and catered for too👍 Bev (our host) was extremely professional and welcoming, thank you for this great experience 👍🙏♥️

Weekend Trip to Myrtle Ridge farm

Bev and Mark are exceptional hosts. The area is beautiful and well looked after easy to get to Such a great quiet spot. The amenities were clean. We will be back

Weekend Trip to Lakestead Farm

We had a great time camping at Lakestead. Nice and relaxing. Highlight was watching the flocks of birds come in to spend the night in the trees on the banks of the lake at dusk. Kids had a great time exploring! Will visit again!

Weekend Trip to Canoelands Valley Camping

Such an easy, well organised site with everything you would want in a quick, quiet & convenient getaway to nowhere..

Weekend Trip to Silky Oaks Flower Farm

Stunning! Had a beautiful relaxing time ! Friendly helpful host. Will definitely come again

Weekend Trip to Canoelands Valley Camping

It's a really beautiful property. Debbie is a wonderful host, kind and incredibly helpful. Beautiful sunsets and sunrise and view of the landscape. So peaceful it felt hard to leave. Thank you Debbie, it was just what was needed :)

Weekend Trip to The Freedom Farm River Paradise

So peaceful and isolated. Amazing spot to get away from everything and just relax.

Weekend Trip to The Freedom Farm River Paradise

Another lovely camping trip at the Freedom Farm, this time with my young god son. We had a great time fishing, walking, talking and the weather was terrific. The only negative was the grass around the camping area was quite long and there was long dry grass clippings where the grass had been cut.

Weekend Trip to Otford Park nr Royal National Park

Such a lovely spot. Quiet and secluded, and the toilet, shower and kitchen facilities made everything that bit easier! Will definitely stay there again!

Weekend Trip to Myrtle Ridge farm

Well cleared, quiet, Bev very friendly and helpful

Weekend Trip to Canoelands Valley Camping

Wonderful, beautiful and very special place. Nice to meet Debbie too lovely host

Weekend Trip to Tucker’s rest

Epic spot! Super easy and clean. Close to Central coast beach’s.

1 night at Canoelands Valley Camping

It's so close from Sydney, full phone connection throughout the day and night, great hosts and amazing views. Ticks all the boxes. We'd definitely be back soon.

1 night at Tucker’s rest

This place is heaven! A maximum of 6 sites with plenty of room for everyone ! Off the highway but close enough to civilisation ,Tuggerah Westfield. Beautiful paddocks of horses, freshly mowed grass, fire pits, and if you wonder through the scrub you will see a beautiful creek. Highly recommend this place if you’re looking for a less crowded campground on the central coast!

12 top campgrounds near Leichhardt with horseback riding

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Myrtle Ridge farm

32 sites · RVs, Tents2 acres · Ourimbah, NSW

Private camp paddock located right on the banks of Ourimbah creek. Walk track. Loads of local fauna and close to all the Central Coast tourist attractions. This circle campground is perfect for family get togethers or accommodation for a local wedding The farm has been in the same family for over 80 years This is a large flat paddock with loads of space and it is very private with a large hedge of trees surrounding it. Our Bottom Creek camp will also be open..

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Canoelands Valley Camping

4 sites · RVs, Tents42 acres · Canoelands, NSW

Canoelands Valley Camping is an easy-to-access camping area with magnificent views through the National Park Valley. With only two allocated camping/van zones enjoy the privacy and access to walk around the 40 acres. Located 1.15 hrs from Sydney CBD this is an ideal place for a quick weekend getaway for keen hikers, mountain bikers and nature enthusiasts. Surrounded by the Marramarra National Park you have a short drive to access the Canoelands Ridge Trail (17kms), Duckponds Ridge Trail, Marrarra Ridge to Smugglers Point Ridge Trail. We are a short drive to dine at Wiseman Ferry, and only 11 minutes from the local Woolworths. Or enjoy a beautiful walk at Fagan Park in Galston. Your camping/van area is supplied with red/bins. 2 Portaloos available or camping toilets. Dogs allowed but please let me know first. They will need to be on leash all the time and well behaved. Please pick up after them ANYWHERE they go toilet and also they must be vaccinated. A campfire during permitted times is allowed but only in the fire pits. There is loads of dried kindling and small logs around the property otherwise please bring your own. All Sites have fire pits. CHILDREN are to be accompanied by an adult at all times if walking around the property. Beautiful spot to relax, with loads of wildlife and bird watching. Please use bins supplied and leave no trace. * There are 4 allocated camp sites. Two are easy(2WD & Vans/trailers) access and have the direct view through the valley. Two require high wheel clearance vehicles (just small hill to drive up with some rocks), these are more private sites(cannot see the other campers) still with lovely views. Please mention what car you have when booking. **Now offering access on weekdays but ONLY Site 1 & 2 (weekend access to Sites 1-4)

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Lakestead Farm

8 sites · RVs, Tents62 acres · Jilliby, NSW

Peaceful farm setting on a working horse property. Offering limited, laser levelled fully turfed sites, to allow space. The large lake is a feature of the property and abounds with bird life of many species. This campsite suits fully self sufficient campers with own drinking water and toilet/shower amenities. Pets are welcome by arrangement, especially your horses (please contact us to arrange holidaying with your dog or horse before booking). In summer you may see mumma swan and her baby cygnets, as well as lots of ducklings. Drop in your paddle board or kayak for a leisurely paddle. Take a relaxed stroll around the property and depending on the season you might spy a wylie fox or a turtle laying eggs. Deer occasionally visit and echidnas and wombats, although nocturnal animals sometimes are a precious sight. There are platypus in the creek and fish in the lake.k Pre-booked riding lessons available. We have a state forest over the road suited to bush walking or mountain bikes. Ammo the horse who galloped out in the Sydney 2000 Olympics opening ceremony is buried here at Lakestead Farm. We love to speak about our Olympic experience. Please note these campsite are for 2 people with one car only (children welcome to visit with adults). NOTE: There aror showers - campers need to BRING their own. We love our pristine environment so no bush poos allowed. We are located minutes from the M1, easy to break your journey, 40 minutes from Wahroonga and Newcastle exit. Just 5 minutes drive to Wyong Centre with shopping centre and good restaurants, and 20 minutes drive to beaches. Off the ground fires are allowed outside bushfire season. Wood to be supplied by campers. Our property is designed to welcome small groups of people who want a quiet getaway. Because we like to keep it more intimate, The property is not designed for large groups of 10 or more wanting a social gathering or party. We are an easy 40 minute drive to the Hunter Valley wineries and concerts in the vines The Lake can be fun to swim or paddle around but all visitors must wear life vests whilst in the water. Locally we have some great festivals to visit the Glenworth Food and Wine festival, Yarramalong valley Spring fair with Scarecrow comp, Wyong Love Lanes festival, Harvest festival, Ratmines Catalina Festival, Brisbane water Oyster Festival to name a few. IMPORTANT PLEASE READ. Camping toilet At Lakestead Farm we pride ourselves on our beautiful environment. We have lots of wildlife around. We are very upset when visitors to the Farm dig holes and poo in them. Leaving toilet paper on top. This is so unfair to us and future campers on our sites. Because this has occurred we will only allow campers with camping toilets. In order for us to accept your request you need to confirm you have a toilet. Don’t say yes if you don’t have one, Checks will be done, if you don’t have a portable toilet you will be asked to leave and your fees won’t be refunded. We are sorry if this offends anyone, we love to share our property but only with people who will love and respect it.

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Banjo's Retreat

8 sites · RVs40 acres · Jilliby, NSW

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

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Otford Park nr Royal National Park

3 sites · RVs, Tents7 acres · Otford, NSW

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

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Tucker’s rest

6 sites · RVs, Tents12 acres · Wyong Creek, NSW

Tucker’s rest is situated in Wyong Creek in the beautiful Yarramalong Valley on 12 acres with creek frontage great for a fish where catching Bass in highly likely We are just a stones throw away from red hill rd which will give you access to tree tops, the mountain bike trails, and 4x4 tracks beautiful walking and hiking trails for horses and humans Stables and yards available at an extra charge for those travelling through perfect stop of as we are just mins from the freeway Your welcome to bring your dog but must be controlled at all time Please note these campsite are for 2 people with one car only (children welcome to visit with adults). NOTE: There are NO toilet or showers - campers need to BRING their own. We love our pristine environment so no bush poos allowed.

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Scribbly Gum in Kulnura

4 sites · RVs17 acres · Kulnura, NSW

The property, located at 16 Forest Road Kulnura, comprises 17 acres in a quiet setting above the beautiful Yarramalong Valley and includes several cleared acres and ample native bushland. There is also a fruit orchard on the property and many opportunities for interesting bushwalks both on the property and nearby. The property and camping area boasts beautiful views over the valley below and across the Wategan ranges. There are several good options for camping spots, some in the cleared spaces others tucked into the beautiful spotted gums. The property is located in Kulnura which is an easy 50-minute drive from Wahroongah. A cafe, general store, and service station are within a ten-minute drive. There is also a horse stud nearby. All campers need to be self-sufficient, with their own camp toilet and we kindly ask you to take all your waste when you go. Pets are welcome, please just ensure they're kept under control at all times.

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"Erinvale" Camping by a Billabong

1 site · RV39 acres · Dooralong, NSW

**Guests must be fully self contained with their own toilet/shower facilities and must take all waste with them on departure.** Level paddock with view of wetland water lily filled billabong. Local attractions within one hour are "amazement" maze and café (25 minutes), "treetop adventure park" (30 minutes), pelican feeding every afternoon at the entrance (45minutes), swimming at The Entrance and Towoon Bay (both approx 45minutes), fishing at the entrance (45 minutes) fishing equipment and boat hire available. Seasonal "pick your own oranges" ( 10 minutes) good coffee and boutique chocolate and "the rusty udder" pub at "the milk factory" (30 minutes). Good restaurants and coffee shops at Wyong, Tuggerah, Yarramalong, Kulnura, The Entrance and in between (all within one hour). Campfires are welcome in the fire pit provided. No pets are allowed, sorry.

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Innisfree, nr Blue Mountains

10 sites · Tents8 acres · East Kurrajong, NSW

"Innisfree" is a rural property dedicated to permaculture principles and introspective meditation/nature time. We are in the Kurrajong region, located 75 km from Sydney, to the west of the Hawkesbury River on the lower slopes of the Blue Mountains. The region offers lots of great places to go bushwalking, mountain bike riding, canyoning and abseiling in the Blue Mountain and Wollemi National Parks or canoeing on the Hawkesbury or Grose River. Our camping offering is currently only available to those attending our courses. It is not available to the general public at this time. We invite course attendees to camp, check out the farm and connect with nature during your stay. The campsite has a flush toilet and hot shower. We allow campfires but they must only be lit in the designated areas.

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Peppertree Pony Camp

6 sites · RVs, Tents21 acres · Sydney, NSW

Beautiful horse farm on 21 acres, come and holiday or just relax with your horse or just for a farm escape. Plenty of room to walk, run or just watch the wildlife as you sit by the water by the dam. Camping by the fire under the stars. Pony rides are available for kids. We have horse facilities available also if you want to camp and ride your horse. Fantastic facilities for families wanting to get away with the kids.

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Silky Oaks Flower Farm

9 sites · Lodging, RVs, Tents30 acres · 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.

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"DeView" Colo River Valley Camping

9 sites · Lodging, RVs, Tents27 acres · Central Colo, NSW

EASTER 2025 FULLY BOOKED ANZAC WEEKEND FULLY BOOKED Beautiful property, nestled into the Colo Valley, next to the pristine Colo River. We have cleared grassy paddocks, some shady areas, and access to the Colo River, one of the most pristine rivers in NSW. Our river access is normally shallow, well suited to young families or those who just want to lay back and enjoy a quiet refreshing dip. Amazing sunrises, sunsets, and star gazing are provided free of charge along with bird watching, local wildlife, and horses in surrounding paddocks. We offer limited sites to comply with NSW Camping legislation and Hipcamp guidelines and to enable campers to experience the Colo as it should be, listening to the beautiful wildlife and really appreciating the outdoors. Sites are large spaces with varying distance between sites to enable you to enjoy the camping experience in your own space. Both paddock sites and limited river spots are available. If you are planning to stay with friends and you wish to share a site only 1 booking is required, the sites are large, some up to 30m x 30m. (Saturday night 2 night minimum) Pets are allowed on a case-by-case basis, please check with Hosts prior to booking, as conditions and a charge applies. Please ADD EXTRA at checkout for dogs... $20 per dog per visit There is no mobile reception or internet access, therefore, providing a true off-grid retreat. Self-sufficient campers are preferred. There are fire drums available on each site, most with grill plates - subject to RFS bush fire danger ratings on the day. There are three communal flushing toilets and two awesome hot water showers! ALL waste is to leave with you! There are local bush walks through National Parks and great places for mountain bike riding although be mindful of holiday traffic in peak times on our local dirt roads. The local shop, Colo Riverside is open 4 days a week Thurs-Sun, just 10kms up the road providing last-minute supplies, ice, bottle shop, and cafe services. Please note: Due to our location bookings may be canceled at short notice in times of bad weather due to flooding, limited access, fire or flood warnings. We trust you will understand we are only looking out for your safety and of course, Hipcamp credits will be arranged.

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Camping near Leichhardt with horseback riding guide

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