Lakeside camping near Macksville

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  • Kooinda Farm
  • Kooinda Farm
  • Kooinda Farm
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Kooinda Farm

10 sites · RVs, Tents100 acres · Eungai Creek, NSW
100 acre farm of mixed native bush and orchard plantings, with a mixture of secluded camp areas for campers with their own amenities and sites with facilities. The Woodland Lakeside campsite has a single compost toilet, and the Woodland Ridgetop sites share a camp kitchen with compost toilets and hot showers. We have two beautiful dams that are great for kayaking and swimming, and creek frontage where you can fish. Beautiful views of Yarrahapinni Mountain to the east and hills out to the west. There are 40 acres of bushland to go walkabout. Geese and ducks free range the property and feeding time visits can be arranged. We are just 1.5km of single track gravel road to the Pacific Highway with good access for all types of vehicles. There is a choice of private campsites either by the dam or the creek with no other campers in sight! We also have a multi site area at the Woodland Ridgetop with a camp kitchen, compost toilets and showers. This will be available to be booked as a large group area or as 3 individual sites. Later in 2024 we will also have beautiful glamping bell tent sites available. Drinking water (tank water) is available from an outdoor tap at the farmhouse, as long as we have had sufficient rainfall. Please check in advance if you require water. Campers MUST have their own self contained amenities for the Creek Camp, and the 2 Parking Sites, and leave no trace. There is a toilet dump point for chemical toilets in Macksville, 10 mins away. All he sites are dog friendly as long as all dog poo is cleared up. 20 mins to Scotts Head and Grassy Head beaches and Yarrahapinni National Park. State Forest on the doorstep great for mountain bikes, and with motorbike trails heading out to the west. The farm is 5 minutes from the Eungai Buffallo Farm cafe. There is also farm produce available for sale - fresh eggs for breakfast!
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  • Feeding time! Susan and Bernard feed the animals during the day and they all come running over to feed.
  • Ramp down to the river
  • Feeding time! Susan and Bernard feed the animals during the day and they all come running over to feed.
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The Hatch Farm - Port Macquarie

14 sites · RVs, Tents150 acres · The Hatch, NSW
Welcome to Port Macquarie's 'The Hatch Farm'; a pet friendly, interactive animal and fishing farm stay! A 150-acre working farm with a stunning outlook over the saltwater Maria River (with a rustic boat ramp and waterway running into the Hastings River). Located on the Mid North Coast NSW, 4kms off the Pacific Highway, and a quick 13/15-minute drive to the holiday township of Port Macquarie. Port Macquarie is known for its beautiful beaches, coastal scenery and walks, koala hospital, and local strawberry and tomato picking. Bernard and Susan are custodians of the farm, primarily using the land for poultry (egg), pig, and goat farming. They are transitioning to an off-grid and eco-friendly lifestyle for their retirement. The Hatch Farm is home to many animals, most of whom are rescues - including border collies, cavalier king charles spaniels, chickens, ducks, pigs, sheep, goats, miniature horses, cows, cats, rabbits, and guinea pigs. There is plenty to do and see around the farm from complete relaxation, interacting with the friendly animals (there is usually a variety of babies to cuddle!), to casting a line or launching your boat from the rustic boat ramp. Please note that all animal interactions are self-led (including our animal nursery), and children must be supervised by their parents/carers. During NSW School Holidays, host led animal interactions will be available at designated times. Friendly pets welcome.
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AU$50
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  • Set up the swag and wake up to fish splashing.
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  • Set up the swag and wake up to fish splashing.
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Yarrawin Camping

26 sites · RVs, Tents680 acres · Argents Hill, NSW
Yarrawin is 680 acre cattle farm and hardwood timber plantation in the heart of the Nambucca Valley, offering scenic, secluded , private campsites with their own swimming hole and a river gravel beach on 3km of beautiful double river frontage. Camping options include river side camps, the Shack and riverside camp and a large secluded valley. Each campsite is separate from the others, giving guests privacy and exclusive use of the swimming hole (except Chinamans Valley) at their site. All riverside sites offer a natural gravel beach entry into the water. There are no amenities here, campers will need to be self contained and leave no trace. Every site has a fire pit which must be used for campfires. If you want to use your own it must be off the ground. Only sand mats or similar, NO TARPS, to be set up on the grassed areas to preserve the grass. Free firewood and fire pit set up for the first night, IF YOU STAY TWO NIGHTS OR MORE. Firewood $20/ night after that (CASH ONLY PLEASE), except when camping at Chinamans Valley where you collect your own free firewood for each night. Beautiful drinking rain water is available in a 20lt Jerry can if required on arrival. Bird lovers can enjoy watching the various bird varieties, as well as ducks. Animals include wallabies, goannas, deer and fish as well as cattle and stock horses. Fishing is okay but it is STRICTLY catch and release ONLY. There are many places to go bushwalking, either following the river or heading up the valleys or hiking up the hills through the trees. The property is just 10kms from the convenience of Bowraville, a historic township with a supermarket, folk museum, a war museum, a historic theatre, and other historic buildings. Nambucca Heads and the beautiful surrounding beaches are just 27kms east and Coffs Harbour 80kms away. Please note this is a working farm, so there will be cattle and stock horses on the property that may approach your campsite.
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  • Waterfalls & More
  • Plunge Pool at The Dance Floor
  • Waterfalls & More
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Waterfalls & More

11 sites · RVs, Tents104 acres · Sherwood, NSW
HIDING IN THE MIDDLE OF EVERYWHERE! Pure. Unadulterated. WILD. 104 very private acres, securely sandwiched between a National Park Nature Reserve and State Forest. On a dead end road. No agriculture or farms upstream, only one other like-minded property owner. Secluded, but hiding smack bang in the middle of everywhere! From vertiginous sandstone cliffs on which epipetrics cling tight, right through to palm-filled rainforests, and with two quite different creek systems (including a monster waterfall), you'll be spoiled for things to do and places to explore - without even leaving the property! HISTORY This land is Gumbaynggirr land. Please be particularly mindful of our First Nation's long presence on this land. In the 1800's, white men came seeking Red Cedar, closely followed by settlers having a go at dairying; though logging has remained this area's mainstay. This special property, despite last being selectively logged about 50 years ago, hosts many huge old-growth trees remaining steadfast for your discovery and wonder. And many more are continuing to grow out too. About 35 years ago about nine of this property's eastern-most 104 acres became part of a far larger nashi pear orchard which filled much of the flats of this top end of the valley that you see today. Ultimately they failed to set good commercial fruit, and the rootstocks took over. You can see remnant rows of these trees just south of the property, from along the road. (Beware though - they have spikes that could puncture Caterpillar tracks!) MORE RECENTLY extensive lantana control efforts have been undertaken as we now move into revegetating with native species and implementing a permaculture plan. Today the property is registered with Land For Wildlife and hosts a very wide mix of native vegetation communities. ACTIVITIES Bird watch. Climb. Abseil. Photograph wildflowers. Paint. Swim. In the next valley there's even gold to be found. Explore trails by mountain bike. Whale watch. Surf. Learn SCUBA. Go beach-combing. Catch a mudcrab. Go whitewater river rafting. Ask your host about where to find all the local waterfalls, the best walking, how to find gold, the gnarliest off-road tracks, Anything is possible here in this magnificent part of the world, except perhaps snow and ice.
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AU$29
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  • Mal and Sarah’s Farm
  • Mal and Sarah’s Farm
  • Mal and Sarah’s Farm
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Mal and Sarah’s Farm

3 sites · RVs, Tents125 acres · Bellangry, NSW
Hi there please come to explore and relax at beautiful Bellangry, in the scenic Mid North-Coast hinterland. We are located on a special part of Birpai land on the way to stunning swimming holes and Bellangry State forest. Join us early in our journey to regenerate former dairy farm land. Using gentle methods we aim to bring the soil back to life and you are invited to enjoy some of our seasonal organically grown produce and other local goodies to purchase if you wish ! We are so lucky to have landed in such a wonderful community and would love to share it with you. Secluded camp sites are our specialty and in warm weather you can cool off in the creek which has access to a number of swimming holes, or our clear, spring fed dam - we love swimming there and we have a small canoe free to use. 35 minutes from the beautiful beaches of Port Macquarie and Laurieton, 20 minutes from cute Wauchope and its boutique shops and 12 from Beechwood with its awarded country pub.
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AU$51
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  • Paddock Camp
  • Paddock Camp
  • Paddock Camp

Paddock Camp

4 sites · RVs, Tents62 acres · Dondingalong, NSW
60 acres of Aussie Bushland located 20 mins from famous Crescent Head. Pull up to the paddock and pick your spot. Beautiful view of surrounding bushland and large dam on property to watch the birdlife. Fires are allowed and firewood can be collected on the property. Paddock is on a slight slope but nothing to serious for any vehicle. All vehicles can access but in wet is recommended to be 4WD. Short drive to all attractions in the Macleay Valley. There are no amenities here, camper will need to be self contained and leave no trace. The property is 10 mins to Kempsey for all your shopping needs. 5-10 mins from nearby rivers and creeks perfect for fishing and swimming. Short drive for any activity in the beautiful Macleay Valley. Beautiful property to walk and look for nature.
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AU$25
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Stories from the community

Plunge Pool at The Dance Floor
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Jessica
2 days ago
10 m travel trailer
Weekend Trip to Waterfalls & More
As someone who has stayed in various HipCamps across NSW and QLD, this would have to be one of the most unique. We experienced a beautiful drive to the property and were greeted promptly by Rod who helped us park and settle in nicely. We were encouraged to view the private waterfall (with an infinity pool overlooking the valley)… and wow, this was an absolutely stunning experience. Overall it was peaceful, immersed in nature, with no troubles. Thanks Rod - much appreciated
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Waterfalls & More
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D
2 days ago
Tent
4 nights at Waterfalls & More
Great little spot, so quiet and an awesome little hike to the amazing waterfall. Nice for a swim as well!
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Hiding in the middle of everywhere!
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Rod
2 days ago
7 m Class A
With pets
Weekend Trip to Waterfalls & More
What a beautiful part of the northern river’s hinterland. Rod’s campsite was nicely mown for our arrival.
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Kooinda Farm
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Jay
2 weeks ago
Tent
Weekend Trip to Kooinda Farm
Lovely campsite. Was amazing to see so many wallabies and kangaroos right on the campsite. Beautiful area.
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Huge sites. Our friends called in while passing through
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Tracey
3 weeks ago
6 m travel trailer
With pets
1 night at The Hatch Farm - Port Macquarie
Well kept, wide open space on the Maria River. Saw a beautiful sunset in the west and sunrise over the river (you don't get to see both in many places) The camp kitchen and amenities are rustic but efficient. The animals are gorgeous. The farm dogs are cute and friendly. Susan and Bernard were lovely hosts. We didn't get to make use of the kayaks on offer but saw other people out on the river kayaking. We only stayed one night which was Monday so we had the whole place to ourselves. Our dog loved it and now identifies as a farm dog :) Susan and Bernard also let us have some friends call in for a cuppa who were on their way North. They loved it too. If you like animals and nature, The Hatch is a great place to stay
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Roy
3 weeks ago
Tent
1 night at Valley View Escape
Middle Ridge is a fantastic camping spot on the farm. The views are incredible, especially at sunrise absolutely worth waking up for. I pitched my tent next to my car, kicked back, and watched the sunset in total peace. Perfect spot for a quiet, scenic getaway. Pro Tip: A fire in the fire pit is a must!!
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Valley View Escape
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Holly
3 weeks ago
5 m Class B
1 night at Valley View Escape
Such a stunning spot! Everyone was friendly and helpful. Amenities were really clean, showers were hot. Wish we could have stayed longer!
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The Hatch Farm - Port Macquarie
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Karen
3 weeks ago
5 m Class B
With pets
Weekend Trip to The Hatch Farm - Port Macquarie
Had a great weekend at Bernard's and Susan's. Weather wasn't that great for a couple of the days but didn't stop us enjoying the view. Dogs were friendly . Lovely clean amenities. Would definitely go back.
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The Hatch Farm - Port Macquarie
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Scott
3 weeks ago
8 m travel trailer
Weekend Trip to The Hatch Farm - Port Macquarie
We had a dream weekend at The Hatch! Fresh eggs on arrival and greeted by Host Susan who walked us to our site. Sit was MASSIVE and level, perfect for our 18ft caravan with water views! The "petting" farm is a real treat :) with chickens, ducks and rabbits all there to enjoy not to mention the friendly collies that came and said hello :) Toilets are on site if needed and at each site has a little shelter area (very nice if tenting). Rained a lot during our stay but the grounds held well, no mud! Just nice grass. We will be back to this amazing place and its now on our regular list :) Thanks Susan and Bernard! Wonderfull weekend!
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Kooinda Farm
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Chris
3 weeks ago
Tent
Weekend Trip to Kooinda Farm
This was a brilliant spot. I stayed just the one night on my way up the coast. Enjoyed hanging out with the wallabies in the rain :) It was really convenient to the highway, but far enough away that there wasn't road noise.
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The Hatch Farm - Port Macquarie
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Lilly-May
3 weeks ago
Tent
1 night at The Hatch Farm - Port Macquarie
We had a great stay here - Bernard & Susan were so helpful and accommodating with what we needed. The place is stunning and so peaceful and the animals were a bonus - especially their gorgeous dogs Jack and Sally (there’s more but they’re the ones who took a major liking to us)! The shower was powerful and was just what we needed to freshen ourselves up. Thanks again and hopefully we’ll be back the next time we’re in the area 😊
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Valley View Escape
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Shalena
March 2025
Tent
With kids
Weekend Trip to Valley View Escape
The spot was beautiful! We had young kids and a dog with us, the kids loved seeing the cows and being able to go down to the lake, the toilet and showers were the cleanest I’ve ever seen out camping! We chose a weekend where it rained quite abit but was still such a beautiful spot! Would come back again (campsites aren’t ontop of each other, couldn’t even see the other campsites from our spot)
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The Hatch Farm - Port Macquarie
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Geoff
March 2025
3 m pop-up camper
With pets
5 nights at The Hatch Farm - Port Macquarie
We loved camping at the Hatch Farm. The sites are enormous, flat and grassy. With a shelter shed on each site. Our dog had a blast hanging out with the farm dogs. Fishing is right on your door step. The showers and toilet were very clean and tidy. The owners were very friendly.. Highly recommend this camp site.
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Stoney Park care of Dennis Stone
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Kylie
March 2025
10 m travel trailer
With pets
Weekend Trip to Stoney Park care of Dennis Stone
This was pretty much a BIG4 with all the perks, we filled up our tanks with water from the amenities block before we parked and the bird life and sunset was amazing. But the highlight had to be the Aqua Park! The kids LOVED it. But be sure to arrive on a Friday night!! The water park is only open on Weekends ;)
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The Hatch Farm - Port Macquarie
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Dylan
March 2025
Tent
Weekend Trip to The Hatch Farm - Port Macquarie
Had a really lovely stay here. Bernard and Susan were super friendly and the property is beautiful. Plenty of space and friendly animals in a really clean and serene place. Would recommend to anyone.
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Valley View Escape
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Abbigail
March 2025
5 m car
1 night at Valley View Escape
Absolutely loved it! Gorgeous views, felt very welcomed and safe especially as a solo female. Would definitely recommend!!
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Looking down to Top ridge 2
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Jade
March 2025
5 m car
1 night at Valley View Escape
Soooo good stopped here while passing through to Queensland, mostly booked for the cows 😍😍 soo cute sooo many cows I loved it
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Valley View Escape
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Shanah
March 2025
8 m travel trailer
7 nights at Valley View Escape
Fantastic spot, I don’t think any campers would be disappointed. We stayed for 7 nights at Middle Ridge.
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Yarrawin Camping
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Sarah-Jane
March 2025
5 m Class B
2 nights at Yarrawin Camping
I absolutely loved my stay at Yarrawin! Ian & Bobbie were so welcoming. The campsite was beautiful, complete with fire set ready to go & firewood neatly stacked nearby. The creek was so clear & fresh & so lovely to swim in. Wildlife all around & complete relaxation. I would most definitely recommend this site, great for a solo traveller or family. 10/10
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The Hatch Farm - Port Macquarie
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Marjolaine
March 2025
Tent
Weekend Trip to The Hatch Farm - Port Macquarie
It was an easy and Lovely place to stay. Charming with the river, animals and land. I would recommand
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3 top lakeside campgrounds near Macksville

  • Footprints in Style
  • Footprints in Style
  • Footprints in Style
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Footprints in Style

35 sites · Lodging, RVs, Tents300 acres · Eungai Rail, NSW
Relax under the big shady fig tree, pitch your tent by the creek and swim in the massive spring-fed lake which covers five acres and never runs dry. This 300-acre bamboo property gives you total tranquillity in nature. There are boats and boards to use, and an island kingdom for kids to play. Kiss and release fishing (Perch) in the awesome lake, which is also great for swimming, and building bamboo rafts. Adventures awaits! Basic, off-grid camp kitchen, big weatherproof wedding venue space to hire, posh dunnies (composting toilets), and a hot water shower shack with a magic view of the lake! There is plenty of shade and we're dog-friendly. Well-behaved dogs are welcome off-lead. Endless space, and plenty of privacy, campers can choose a spot when they get here. A bundle of firewood is provided on arrival, and you're welcome to bring more with you if you need. Price is per person per night, kids under 16 half price. Under 5 stay free so don't include them in booking numbers. Join us for cocktail hour at the brand-new Tiki bar! BYO drinks! We also have a brand-new sauna that campers are welcome to enjoy! All this, close to stunning beaches and cute cafes. Leave only footprints 👣 make awesome memories. NOTE: We currently only advertise availability three months in advance. If you are interested in dates outside this booking window, please still send us an enquiry and we may be able to assist you.
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  • Stoney Park care of Dennis Stone
  • Stoney Park care of Dennis Stone
  • Stoney Park care of Dennis Stone
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Stoney Park care of Dennis Stone

175 sites · RVs, Tents127 acres · Telegraph Point, NSW
Stoney Park is set on 127 acres of manicured waterfront land. Set up your unpowered campsite overlooking the lake or adjacent to the beautiful lagoons. The park also plays host to Australia's largest inflatable Aqua Park along with a land park. Located next to the lovely Wilson River, 15min drive to Port Macquarie on the NSW Mid North Coast.
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  • Valley View Escape
  • Valley View Escape
  • Valley View Escape
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Valley View Escape

20 sites · RVs, Tents500 acres · Buckra Bendinni, NSW
Valley View Escape is a 500 acre working dairy farm located in the beautiful Nambucca Valley just 25 minutes off the highway. There is stunning 360 views of mountain ranges and Lake Lumby from all our sites. We offer powered sites and unpowered sites which are all level grounded with grass and accessible by 2WD. There is non potable water available. Our powered sites are conveniently located close by the amenities with flushing toilet, hot shower and dump point. Each site has a fire pit, or you can use your own as long as it is not directly on the ground. There is also firewood available for purchase which can be done through HipCamp at checkout or cash on arrival We are a pet friendly campsite but we ask you to keep your pets on a leash and always have full control. Enjoy and relax at our communal picnic area with fire pit, shade, picnic table and pontoon on Lake Lumby which is great for kayaking and swimming. Follow us on Instagram and Facebook for Discount codes and updates @valleyviewescape ***CHRISTMAS BOOKINGS*** We are currently in the process of creating more powered and unpowered sites that will be open from Friday 20th of December to Sunday the 5th of January. These sites aren't live to be booked yet but please swing us a message if you are interested and want any more information.
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