- Camping with Horseback riding
The best camping near Manilla with horseback riding
98% (123) • 9 campsites
Top-rated campgrounds near Manilla
Merridale
1. Merridale
91%
(22)
51km from Manilla · 7 sites · Tents, RVs
Our beautiful property is located near Inverell, featuring 1,850 acres of gently sloping farmland edged by mountains with beautiful eucalyptus bush. There is a big dam and yabbies in the creek. We have a range of fruit trees which you are welcome to help yourself to fruit when in season.
Farm Rules
- clean up after yourself
- The hut and the yard up on the hill are out of bound.
- Fishing is welcome however we run a catch and release.
- Shut the gates when passing through.
- Dogs are welcome but must be under control/on lead as we do run cattle on the property.
- No hunting.
- Fires are welcome but must be contained and kept under control.
Activity's
- Being a kayak or something to float around on.
- Bring your metal detectors
- Horses are welcome with the addition cost. Enjoy scenic horse rides around the valley.
- Fishing (catch and release)
- Yabbies (welcome to eat what you catch).
- Panning in the creek for gems.
- hike
Sites
- we run a undesignated system meaning you can set up and camp anywhere you would like however some ideas below.
Anywhere around the dam
You have an option to camp at the shed where there is a generator for power (lighting) and toilet amenities. This area is generally flat and can accommodate any type of camping vehicle.
There is a shed to provide shelter for your food prep etc. There is a sink under the awning but you will need to carry water in a container to wash dishes. Outside there is wood-burning BBQ the camping paddock is fully fenced in .
For 4WD enthusiasts, there are good camping spots at the top of the mountain ridge however need to be self contained eg toilet.
You will need to bring your own fresh drinking water supply and unleaded fuel to run the water pump and generator.
We have secure cattle yards as a holding space if holidaying with your horses (please see Extras for horse facility fees).
Enjoy scenic horse rides around the valley and relax in front of the campfire by night. Dogs on leashes are welcome.
There is no phone reception on site
There is a pub in Bundarra where meals hospitality and spending time with the locals and a corner store 25km away at Bundarra, and all shops and amenities are available 75km at Inverell.
Pets
Electrical hookup
Toilets
from
AU$49
/ night
Sheffield B&B Farm stay Tamworth
2. Sheffield B&B Farm stay Tamworth
99%
(92)
52km from Manilla · 14 sites · Tents, RVs
Located in a quiet rural setting upon 30 acres, overlooking the city of Tamworth, just a quick 10 minute drive from the CBD.
As I wake in the morning you will find yourself surrounded by horses, enjoy the relaxed atmosphere and you welcome to feed the ponies a carrot or two.
We cater for all your accommodations and camping needs with grasses powered camp sites for hooking up your caravans & horse floats or we provide self contained units and B&B style accommodation.
Offering toilets, showers and drinking water.
Accomodation options include powered and unpowered sites - suitable for set-ups from tents to big rig RVs. Located close to amenities and a campfire.
Sheffield runs a unique hands on farm experience join us to come feed and communicate with the friendly horses, pigs, goats, chooks, Guinea fowl and cats . Enjoy walking through our beautiful gardens and have a picnic.
Follow Debbie around and learn why the guniea fowl are in the trees or how the horses sleep while standing up? Collect the chook eggs and feed the pigs, horses and goats.
Pets
Electrical hookup
Toilets
from
AU$49
/ night
Ranjen Farm Stay
3. Ranjen Farm Stay
97%
(19)
56km from Manilla · 3 sites · Tents, RVs
10 sites with Electricity Located on the edge of Tamworth, we are a quiet and tranquil place to stay with good facilities, plenty of space, and lots of wildlife. Birds are here in abundance and our sunrise and especially our sunsets are to be seen to be believed.
Campers have access to toilets, hot showers, camp kitchen and power (if booking a powered site). 10 to choose from. We're dog friendly too!
We are a working farm with cattle and horses.
We are close to all that Tamworth and surrounds have to offer, a safe and friendly base camp for your travels in the area, or equally as ideal as an easy stopover on your way through.
We are only 10-15 minutes to town, and near to the local IGA, pharmacy, butcher, bottle shop, and Taven and a Hotel
Pets
Electrical hookup
Toilets
from
AU$46
/ night
Reata Ranch
4. Reata Ranch
100%
(2)
21km from Manilla · 10 sites · Tents, RVs
Reata Ranch is a professional horse facility.
That also runs a small amount of cattle.
We have arenas and round yards and overnight yards for horses plus plenty of trail riding.
The property has some stunning views beautiful creeks and streams and only 30 kms from Tamworth CBD
Pets
Electrical hookup
Toilets
from
AU$31
/ night
Warradine Homestead
5. Warradine Homestead
100%
(8)
61km from Manilla · 5 sites
Carmel, Peter and their rescue Greyhound Honey invite you to Warradine Homestead. 5 level acres featuring manicured gardens, yabbie filled dam and a plethora of wildlife.
Surrounded by farmland, and only 20 minutes to Tamworth CBD and ALEC 15 minutes away. Situated at the base of Chaffey Dam.
Perfect base for your Tamworth Country Music expedition or just exploring the New England Area.
Pets
from
AU$43
/ night
Barrnation
6. Barrnation
100%
(8)
76km from Manilla · 2 sites · Tents, RVs
Barrnation is a working 6000 acre cattle and sheep farm nestled in the heart of the Boorolong area. Well off the beaten track, this property has an abundance of land to explore.
Mountain views and wide open spaces;, Barrnation is for those who are seeking solitude and an off grid experience. With the Abbington creek running through the entirety of the property, we are fortunate to be able to offer several secluded, peaceful camping spots beside the creek or up on one of the mountain ridges.
Horses and their riders also welcome, with so many unexplored places to discover. Solitude, sunsets and a sense of escape is awaiting guests.
Please be mindful that Barrnation camping sites are 4WD access only. Rough terrain to camping areas means 4WDs and equivalent camping trailers only.
Non-off-road trailers are not suitable.
Pets
Campfires
from
AU$34
/ night
98% (123) • 9 campsites
Top-rated campgrounds near Manilla
Merridale
1. Merridale
91%
(22)
51km from Manilla · 7 sites · Tents, RVs
Our beautiful property is located near Inverell, featuring 1,850 acres of gently sloping farmland edged by mountains with beautiful eucalyptus bush. There is a big dam and yabbies in the creek. We have a range of fruit trees which you are welcome to help yourself to fruit when in season.
Farm Rules
- clean up after yourself
- The hut and the yard up on the hill are out of bound.
- Fishing is welcome however we run a catch and release.
- Shut the gates when passing through.
- Dogs are welcome but must be under control/on lead as we do run cattle on the property.
- No hunting.
- Fires are welcome but must be contained and kept under control.
Activity's
- Being a kayak or something to float around on.
- Bring your metal detectors
- Horses are welcome with the addition cost. Enjoy scenic horse rides around the valley.
- Fishing (catch and release)
- Yabbies (welcome to eat what you catch).
- Panning in the creek for gems.
- hike
Sites
- we run a undesignated system meaning you can set up and camp anywhere you would like however some ideas below.
Anywhere around the dam
You have an option to camp at the shed where there is a generator for power (lighting) and toilet amenities. This area is generally flat and can accommodate any type of camping vehicle.
There is a shed to provide shelter for your food prep etc. There is a sink under the awning but you will need to carry water in a container to wash dishes. Outside there is wood-burning BBQ the camping paddock is fully fenced in .
For 4WD enthusiasts, there are good camping spots at the top of the mountain ridge however need to be self contained eg toilet.
You will need to bring your own fresh drinking water supply and unleaded fuel to run the water pump and generator.
We have secure cattle yards as a holding space if holidaying with your horses (please see Extras for horse facility fees).
Enjoy scenic horse rides around the valley and relax in front of the campfire by night. Dogs on leashes are welcome.
There is no phone reception on site
There is a pub in Bundarra where meals hospitality and spending time with the locals and a corner store 25km away at Bundarra, and all shops and amenities are available 75km at Inverell.
Pets
Electrical hookup
Toilets
from
AU$49
/ night
Sheffield B&B Farm stay Tamworth
2. Sheffield B&B Farm stay Tamworth
99%
(92)
52km from Manilla · 14 sites · Tents, RVs
Located in a quiet rural setting upon 30 acres, overlooking the city of Tamworth, just a quick 10 minute drive from the CBD.
As I wake in the morning you will find yourself surrounded by horses, enjoy the relaxed atmosphere and you welcome to feed the ponies a carrot or two.
We cater for all your accommodations and camping needs with grasses powered camp sites for hooking up your caravans & horse floats or we provide self contained units and B&B style accommodation.
Offering toilets, showers and drinking water.
Accomodation options include powered and unpowered sites - suitable for set-ups from tents to big rig RVs. Located close to amenities and a campfire.
Sheffield runs a unique hands on farm experience join us to come feed and communicate with the friendly horses, pigs, goats, chooks, Guinea fowl and cats . Enjoy walking through our beautiful gardens and have a picnic.
Follow Debbie around and learn why the guniea fowl are in the trees or how the horses sleep while standing up? Collect the chook eggs and feed the pigs, horses and goats.
Pets
Electrical hookup
Toilets
from
AU$49
/ night
Ranjen Farm Stay
3. Ranjen Farm Stay
97%
(19)
56km from Manilla · 3 sites · Tents, RVs
10 sites with Electricity Located on the edge of Tamworth, we are a quiet and tranquil place to stay with good facilities, plenty of space, and lots of wildlife. Birds are here in abundance and our sunrise and especially our sunsets are to be seen to be believed.
Campers have access to toilets, hot showers, camp kitchen and power (if booking a powered site). 10 to choose from. We're dog friendly too!
We are a working farm with cattle and horses.
We are close to all that Tamworth and surrounds have to offer, a safe and friendly base camp for your travels in the area, or equally as ideal as an easy stopover on your way through.
We are only 10-15 minutes to town, and near to the local IGA, pharmacy, butcher, bottle shop, and Taven and a Hotel
Pets
Electrical hookup
Toilets
from
AU$46
/ night
Reata Ranch
4. Reata Ranch
100%
(2)
21km from Manilla · 10 sites · Tents, RVs
Reata Ranch is a professional horse facility.
That also runs a small amount of cattle.
We have arenas and round yards and overnight yards for horses plus plenty of trail riding.
The property has some stunning views beautiful creeks and streams and only 30 kms from Tamworth CBD
Pets
Electrical hookup
Toilets
from
AU$31
/ night
Warradine Homestead
5. Warradine Homestead
100%
(8)
61km from Manilla · 5 sites
Carmel, Peter and their rescue Greyhound Honey invite you to Warradine Homestead. 5 level acres featuring manicured gardens, yabbie filled dam and a plethora of wildlife.
Surrounded by farmland, and only 20 minutes to Tamworth CBD and ALEC 15 minutes away. Situated at the base of Chaffey Dam.
Perfect base for your Tamworth Country Music expedition or just exploring the New England Area.
Pets
from
AU$43
/ night
Barrnation
6. Barrnation
100%
(8)
76km from Manilla · 2 sites · Tents, RVs
Barrnation is a working 6000 acre cattle and sheep farm nestled in the heart of the Boorolong area. Well off the beaten track, this property has an abundance of land to explore.
Mountain views and wide open spaces;, Barrnation is for those who are seeking solitude and an off grid experience. With the Abbington creek running through the entirety of the property, we are fortunate to be able to offer several secluded, peaceful camping spots beside the creek or up on one of the mountain ridges.
Horses and their riders also welcome, with so many unexplored places to discover. Solitude, sunsets and a sense of escape is awaiting guests.
Please be mindful that Barrnation camping sites are 4WD access only. Rough terrain to camping areas means 4WDs and equivalent camping trailers only.
Non-off-road trailers are not suitable.
Pets
Campfires
from
AU$34
/ night
Recent reviews from the Hipcamp community
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L
2 weeks ago
4 m pop-up camper
Great spot, very comfortable night. Fabulous to acess the shower block!
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Jane
2 weeks ago
10 m travel trailer
With kids
We had 2 great nights staying at Sheffield Farm Stay. The owners were very welcoming & our site peaceful with a wonderful view of the farm & the landscape around. We will definitely be going back there to stay when we are in the area again.
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Geoffrey
January 2026
20 m travel trailer
Frank and Jenny were very friendly and accomodating and created a homely atmosphere with their hospitality, toilets and showers were clean, would recommend highly
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Jacinta
January 2026
14 m travel trailer
With kids
We stayed at Warradine Homestead for three nights and had a wonderful experience. Carmel and her family were so welcoming, friendly and helpful. The property has a scenic outlook and is only a short drive into town. The site where we set-up our caravan was perfect. It had shady trees and lush green grass in the middle of summer. We will definitely stay here again in the future!
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Jeff
January 2026
16 m travel trailer
Excellent stay, open flat sites, well maintained, lovely hosts. Toilet and shower available and if you time it right you get to see the animals fed.
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Danial
January 2026
9 m travel trailer
With kids
Lovely peaceful farm close to town. Flat sites with mountain views. New outdoor bath & shower. Friendly hosts!
Thank you for a great stay!
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Jane
January 2026
Tent
Lovely little spot, and lovely hosts. It was a great overnight camping stop with all the amenities we needed.
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Sarah
January 2026
5 m travel trailer
With kids
Excellent site for couples and families. Stay for 2 nights minimum to appreciate it. Deborah is very kind and welcoming. Amenities are excellent, views to die for, large range of animals (and a chance to pat and feed them!). Kids are very safe to roam. Outdoor fire pit area and shower/bathtub. 10mins from town and a restaurant and kids play area just down the road. We will be back!
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Juniper
January 2026
7 m Class B
Beautiful little homestead and ranch. My partner and I stayed in our van and it was very easy to get there, they were very accommodating about our late arrival and showed us around. Very clean amenities and lovely little kitchen that we used for dinner and breakfast. Definitely the go if you're passing though or wanting to stay near Tamworth for a few days.
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Daragh
January 2026
8 m Class B
Frank and Jenny were just lovely friendly hosts who were available for anything we wanted. We only stayed for one night but it was a really tranquil place to stay for us on our travels, highly recommended
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Thomas
January 2026
8 m Class A
With kids
We felt very welcome
Everything was smooth and easy
And the site is so beautiful
Our kids really enjoyed the tour of the farm !
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Fiona
January 2026
Tent
Group trip
Really happy with our overnight stay. No fuss setup, clean facilities, friendly owners and animals, quiet setting. We will stay again.
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Laura
December 2025
7 m travel trailer
With kids
We had a great stay at Debbie's,
Our kids loved feeding the animals and playing on the playground equipment, plus the sunset was beautiful!
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Maree
December 2025
4 m Class A
With pets
Ranjen - Frank & Jenny great hosts ti chat with. A fantastic place to camp. We were right next to the dam. A fully equipped camp kitchen and hot showers and toilets made our experience so much better. A cattle ranch with horses made the country experience. Country photos every angle. Even the Kookaburras laughing.
We will definitely come back with friends. Maree & Glen
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Jo
December 2025
5 m Class B
We loved staying with Debrah and Colin - their space was so peaceful and beautiful and being surrounded by all the farm animals was such a treat. Thanks again for a great stay!
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Sharon
December 2025
Tent
We had a great stay at Debrah’s. The paddock was well kept and we loved our view over the landscape, watching the flocks of birds. We were lucky to have a clear still night under an amazing canopy of stars. Incredible!
The two flushing toilets were clean and well maintained.
Debrah showed us the goats a their week old kids, so adorable.
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Sonja
December 2025
5 m car
With kids
We absolutely loved staying at Sheffield farm, would have loved to stay longer. Our daughter was excited to meet the cats, pony's, chicken and baby goats. The owners were very helpful and provided an extension lead so we could camp a little further out from the other campers. Would recommend!!
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Emma
December 2025
6 m pop-up camper
We loved our time at Ranjen Farm. Jenny and Frank (and the cat!) were such welcoming hosts with time for a chat even on a busy Christmas Eve. It was very special to be able to pat the horses. Very clean facilities. Definitely recommended for a quiet and comfy stay.
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Ethan
December 2025
Tent
With kids
Stayed one night here, it was amazing. The hosts were real friendly, we went on a walk with them feeding all the animals and took some great pictures holding the three day old kids. They let the children play on the playground.
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Tim
December 2025
8 m pop-up camper
With kids
Hosts were very friendly. Great spot to stop heading inland. Great country atmosphere.
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