97% (9.9K) • 305 campsites
Top-rated campgrounds near Macksville
Missabotti Wia Ora
1. Missabotti Wia Ora
98%
(139)
14km from Macksville · 1 site · Tent, RV
My property consists of 100 acres with two rivers joining in the property with at least 1 km of river frontage. We are located in the foothills of the Nambucca valley.
Pristine beaches are 20 minutes away, mountains and four-wheel drive tracks are a quick 20 minutes the other way. From here it's 15 minutes to Bellingen, 25 minutes to the famous Pub With No Beer and 5 minutes to the historic "verandah posts" town of Bowraville.
Here you will find beautiful bird watching, animals and wildlife.
Park your car or set up your caravan next to the river where you will wake up to amazing views.
Enjoy a peaceful walk along the riverbank, breathe in the fresh clean air, try a spot of fishing or sit back and enjoy some bird watching. Warm your feet by the campfire in the evenings.
We're located 20 minutes from Nambucca Heads as well as Scotts Heads beaches, and 30 minutes from Taylors Arm. A quick trip up into the foothills will take you to some great 4WD and mountain biking tracks, or you can explore the region and visit the historical Pub With No Beer.
You need to be a self-contained camper with your own camping toilet/shower. There is access to drinking water, a picnic table and rubbish facilities. We recommend 4WDs to access the campsite and the river but 2WDs are ok.
Your pet is welcome to camp with you.
Campfires
Potable water
from
AU$43
/ night
Port Macquarie Riverside
2. Port Macquarie Riverside
90%
(5)
78km from Macksville · 6 sites · RVs
Port Macquarie Riverside is a peaceful riverside campsite nestled in the natural beauty of Riverside, New South Wales, offering a true outdoor escape with water views and plenty of space to relax by the river.
Campers can enjoy private river access where you can swim, paddle, fish, or simply unwind watching the water flow by. The surrounding landscape features native bushland and abundant birdlife, making this a great location for nature lovers and anyone seeking peace and quiet just a short drive from Port Macquarie and the Mid North Coast’s beaches.
This is a self‑sufficient campsite with no power or facilities provided, so you’ll want to bring everything you need for your stay and leave no trace behind. Set up your tent, camper, or swag in a scenic spot, build a campfire (when permitted), and enjoy evenings under starry skies with the gentle sounds of the river as your soundtrack.
The property’s location also makes it a perfect base for exploring the region’s outdoor attractions, from riverside walks and water activities to nearby national parks, coastal beaches, and local towns with cafes, markets, and shops.
Bring your sense of adventure and your camping gear for a memorable off‑grid experience at Port Macquarie Riverside — a quiet, scenic place to reconnect with nature and relax by the water.
from
AU$49
/ night
Peace and Paradise
3. Peace and Paradise
99%
(375)
12km from Macksville · 14 sites · Tents, RVs
Family avocado farm located on the south side of Yarrahapinni mountain. The property is quiet and private with an amazing view. There are avocado trees, an orange orchard and a variety of other fruiting trees on the far. We have a dam and a bore on the property with an aviary, several sheds and warehouses. Nearby there are gorgeous rivers and beaches and Yarriabini National Park to explore. Or just rest in the peace and quiet or enjoy our animals - chickens, ducks and friendly dog.
Toilets
Campfires
Showers
from
AU$49
/ night
Balyngara downs
4. Balyngara downs
78km from Macksville · 1 site · Tent, RV
Flat, peaceful campground located 20 minutes from Port Macquarie and 15 minutes from Wauchope.
A private jetty, boat ramp, and open pasture are available to play and camp. Crab pots, a kayak, and a fire pit are provided, with plenty of firewood available throughout the bush for collection.
Enjoy great fishing and plenty of mud crabs.
A large undercover area is available if required.
from
AU$49
/ night
State Forest, Ocean Views
5. State Forest, Ocean Views
98%
(90)
46km from Macksville · 1 site · Tent, RV
Come and camp in this quiet, peaceful location. Campers will be able to enjoy
state forest access to explore wildlife or sit back, relax and take in the extensive views of the ocean, farmland and green valley, established tropical fruit trees, wandering cattle in close proximity and occasional native animals wandering by, city lights at night can be seen while under the stars, privacy assured.
There are also bush walks for guests to enjoy.
There are few facilities here, tank water and a sawdust composting toilet, picnic table and small contained fire pit also...
campers need to be self sufficient with optional own toilet/shower facilities
and leave no trace.
The camp site has had an upgrade beautification and facility program that is fully available.
The property is in close proximity to the ocean and the city, just a 10 minute drive too the Coffs Harbour CBD.
You're welcome to bring your pet, but they must be supervised and kept under control.
Campfire are permitted in the provided fire area.
Please note that some sites require 4WD
access and are a steep climb (see photos).
Caravan access is limited to small to medium length only.
Large vans require assistance so not recommended for this site.
Toilets
Campfires
Potable water
from
AU$48
/ night
97% (9.9K) • 305 campsites
Top-rated campgrounds near Macksville
Missabotti Wia Ora
1. Missabotti Wia Ora
98%
(139)
14km from Macksville · 1 site · Tent, RV
My property consists of 100 acres with two rivers joining in the property with at least 1 km of river frontage. We are located in the foothills of the Nambucca valley.
Pristine beaches are 20 minutes away, mountains and four-wheel drive tracks are a quick 20 minutes the other way. From here it's 15 minutes to Bellingen, 25 minutes to the famous Pub With No Beer and 5 minutes to the historic "verandah posts" town of Bowraville.
Here you will find beautiful bird watching, animals and wildlife.
Park your car or set up your caravan next to the river where you will wake up to amazing views.
Enjoy a peaceful walk along the riverbank, breathe in the fresh clean air, try a spot of fishing or sit back and enjoy some bird watching. Warm your feet by the campfire in the evenings.
We're located 20 minutes from Nambucca Heads as well as Scotts Heads beaches, and 30 minutes from Taylors Arm. A quick trip up into the foothills will take you to some great 4WD and mountain biking tracks, or you can explore the region and visit the historical Pub With No Beer.
You need to be a self-contained camper with your own camping toilet/shower. There is access to drinking water, a picnic table and rubbish facilities. We recommend 4WDs to access the campsite and the river but 2WDs are ok.
Your pet is welcome to camp with you.
Campfires
Potable water
from
AU$43
/ night
Port Macquarie Riverside
2. Port Macquarie Riverside
90%
(5)
78km from Macksville · 6 sites · RVs
Port Macquarie Riverside is a peaceful riverside campsite nestled in the natural beauty of Riverside, New South Wales, offering a true outdoor escape with water views and plenty of space to relax by the river.
Campers can enjoy private river access where you can swim, paddle, fish, or simply unwind watching the water flow by. The surrounding landscape features native bushland and abundant birdlife, making this a great location for nature lovers and anyone seeking peace and quiet just a short drive from Port Macquarie and the Mid North Coast’s beaches.
This is a self‑sufficient campsite with no power or facilities provided, so you’ll want to bring everything you need for your stay and leave no trace behind. Set up your tent, camper, or swag in a scenic spot, build a campfire (when permitted), and enjoy evenings under starry skies with the gentle sounds of the river as your soundtrack.
The property’s location also makes it a perfect base for exploring the region’s outdoor attractions, from riverside walks and water activities to nearby national parks, coastal beaches, and local towns with cafes, markets, and shops.
Bring your sense of adventure and your camping gear for a memorable off‑grid experience at Port Macquarie Riverside — a quiet, scenic place to reconnect with nature and relax by the water.
from
AU$49
/ night
Peace and Paradise
3. Peace and Paradise
99%
(375)
12km from Macksville · 14 sites · Tents, RVs
Family avocado farm located on the south side of Yarrahapinni mountain. The property is quiet and private with an amazing view. There are avocado trees, an orange orchard and a variety of other fruiting trees on the far. We have a dam and a bore on the property with an aviary, several sheds and warehouses. Nearby there are gorgeous rivers and beaches and Yarriabini National Park to explore. Or just rest in the peace and quiet or enjoy our animals - chickens, ducks and friendly dog.
Toilets
Campfires
Showers
from
AU$49
/ night
Balyngara downs
4. Balyngara downs
78km from Macksville · 1 site · Tent, RV
Flat, peaceful campground located 20 minutes from Port Macquarie and 15 minutes from Wauchope.
A private jetty, boat ramp, and open pasture are available to play and camp. Crab pots, a kayak, and a fire pit are provided, with plenty of firewood available throughout the bush for collection.
Enjoy great fishing and plenty of mud crabs.
A large undercover area is available if required.
from
AU$49
/ night
State Forest, Ocean Views
5. State Forest, Ocean Views
98%
(90)
46km from Macksville · 1 site · Tent, RV
Come and camp in this quiet, peaceful location. Campers will be able to enjoy
state forest access to explore wildlife or sit back, relax and take in the extensive views of the ocean, farmland and green valley, established tropical fruit trees, wandering cattle in close proximity and occasional native animals wandering by, city lights at night can be seen while under the stars, privacy assured.
There are also bush walks for guests to enjoy.
There are few facilities here, tank water and a sawdust composting toilet, picnic table and small contained fire pit also...
campers need to be self sufficient with optional own toilet/shower facilities
and leave no trace.
The camp site has had an upgrade beautification and facility program that is fully available.
The property is in close proximity to the ocean and the city, just a 10 minute drive too the Coffs Harbour CBD.
You're welcome to bring your pet, but they must be supervised and kept under control.
Campfire are permitted in the provided fire area.
Please note that some sites require 4WD
access and are a steep climb (see photos).
Caravan access is limited to small to medium length only.
Large vans require assistance so not recommended for this site.
Toilets
Campfires
Potable water
from
AU$48
/ night
Recent reviews from the Hipcamp community
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Tracey
1 week ago
5 m travel trailer
With pets
Great spot - grass couldn’t been mowed but otherwise amazing river great for swimming, walking and relaxing !
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Ashlee
1 week ago
5 m travel trailer
With pets
The photos don't do this place justice. Hands down the best spot we have ever camped. The swimming hole was amazing, will definitely be back again and again. Thanks Nick!
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R
1 week ago
6 m travel trailer
This place is literally heaven on earth. We drove in and were very soon surrounded by cows, horses and the most beautiful birds who came closer and closer as they grazed. The water is the most beautiful pristine water we have seen and the colours are incredible, especially when the sun hits. We spent our last morning watching the fish jump out of the water just completely overwhelmed by the place. We can't wait to come back one day. We just wish it was closer to home.
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Daisy
1 week ago
5 m car
A cute and quiet little spot super close to the town to park up for the night, being so close to the river was relaxing too :)
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Thomas
1 week ago
5 m car
Great quiet spot close to the river and boat ramp.
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Erica
2 weeks ago
5 m pop-up camper
With pets
Very convenient stop over spot for us. Not far from the freeway, but feels like you are a world away. Quick to get down to the beach or to the supermarket etc, but then escape back to subtropical mountains. Didn’t see Ray, but not did we need to. We stopped twice, once in each direction on our drive.
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Kelly
3 weeks ago
Tent
With pets
Great camp site with all the amenities you need. The sites were big and far apart so it felt very private. Drewe and Robyn were wonderful.
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Catriona
3 weeks ago
5 m Class B
With pets
Most amazing stay. The views were absolutely incredible and the property is huge. We stayed in the pony paddock at the top of the hill and it was fantastic. The facilities were excellent — we used the kitchen heaps and the shower was always hot with amazing water pressure.
Drewe and Robyn were the friendliest hosts ever. We loved getting to play with their gorgeous dog Bella, meeting the chickens, and eating loads of delicious fruit straight from the trees around the farm. Such a special place — we can’t wait to come back.
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Erica
3 weeks ago
Tent
With pets
Great spot. Lush surroundings, quiet & beautiful views. 15 min drive to beach where we could take our dog & ourselves to cool off. An excellent & convenient stop for us on our way up the coast.
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Svitlana
3 weeks ago
Tent
Beautiful farm! Very warm host. Clean shower and toilets. Highly recommend.
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Guilherme
3 weeks ago
5 m car
I really liked the place, very relaxing in the middle of the nature
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Tairal
3 weeks ago
Tent
With pets
We love this spot! We camp here almost every year! Great space, lovely view!
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Jordan
December 2025
15 m travel trailer
With kids
Nick youve done it again. We had a beautiful time relaxing here despite the weather. The creek was perfect to relax and swim in to cool off. Looking forward to coming back again
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Elly
December 2025
Tent
With pets
Can’t get any better than this place. Private, crystal clear water, dog friendly and you get to be surrounded by cows and horses at sun down at they come down to the creek for a drink
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Nicole
November 2025
5 m travel trailer
With pets
We had such a wonderful stay at Wia Ora Crossing. The private campsite made it feel peaceful and secluded, and the creek just steps away was absolutely beautiful. The swimming hole is a real highlight — clear, refreshing, and completely private. It was the perfect place to switch off, relax, and enjoy nature without any interruptions. Thank you Nick for sharing your beautiful property with us. We left feeling recharged and can’t wait to return !
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Buz
November 2025
Tent
What an amazing spot very private and one with nature. Make sure you turn right before you start heading up the hill into the banana farm as Google Maps will take you. This is not the right way. There was a couple baby spiders as expected but the space was perfect and we even had a beautiful peacock come to visit us!!! (We call him Freddy)
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Georgina
November 2025
Tent
With kids
Nick’s camping spot was absolutely breathtaking. The water really is crystal clear and was perfect for kids and adults to swim and canoe. Loved everything about our trip, we will definitely be back. Thanks for having us :)
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Romona
November 2025
9 m travel trailer
With pets
Lovely grassy spot and beautiful river to swim. Loved our stay in the property and also exploring the area.
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Jamie
November 2025
Tent
With pets
This campsite was absolute magic. The grounds were pristine and peaceful, with plenty of space to spread out and enjoy nature. The river was a dream—clean, calm, and perfect for swimming.
We loved sharing the space with the friendly cows and the sweetest horse, who greeted us like old friends. Our dogs were in heaven, running free and soaking up the fresh air.
It’s the kind of place that makes you slow down, breathe deeply, and smile a lot. We felt completely relaxed and connected to the land. Highly recommend—can’t wait to come back!
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Anna
November 2025
6 m travel trailer
With pets
Just lovely
Beautiful clean creek, soft spongey grass amd and plenty of space
Perfect for a group of friends or filies getting together
Cow parade on dusk with calves in tow - turtles swimming around. Fires allowed . Yay for Nick and sharing his fine farm.
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