Lake Camping Near Manilla, New South Wales, AU: 12 Best Lake Campsites 2025

Looking to go camping near Manilla, New South Wales in Australia? Look no further than Hipcamp! With over 679 camping options in the area, you'll find the perfect accommodation to suit your preferences. Whether you're into off-roading, fishing, or biking, there's something for everyone. And with popular campsites like Maiden Jewel, Upper Hunter Valley (271 reviews), Hillside Farmstay (239 reviews), and Riverside Escape Off Grid Camping (171 reviews), you can trust the opinions of fellow campers. Plus, with facilities like potable water, toilets, and campfires, you'll have everything you need for a memorable camping trip. So pack your bags and get ready to experience the great outdoors!

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Top-rated campgrounds

Looking to go camping near Manilla, New South Wales in Australia? Look no further than Hipcamp! With over 679 camping options in the area, you'll find the perfect accommodation to suit your preferences. Whether you're into off-roading, fishing, or biking, there's something for everyone. And with popular campsites like Maiden Jewel, Upper Hunter Valley (271 reviews), Hillside Farmstay (239 reviews), and Riverside Escape Off Grid Camping (171 reviews), you can trust the opinions of fellow campers. Plus, with facilities like potable water, toilets, and campfires, you'll have everything you need for a memorable camping trip. So pack your bags and get ready to experience the great outdoors!

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Top-rated campgrounds

1. Myall Springs Lake

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30km from Manilla · 2 sites · Tents, RVs · Manilla, NSW

Myall Springs is an organic beef and lamb farm 30km north of Gunnedah in NSW. We have a beautiful lake filled by natural spring water from two creeks that we would like to share with others. The lake covers 150 acres when full and is home to a huge variety of wildlife and fish Paddle boarding, wind surfing, kite surfing, water activities and swimming are welcome. Enjoy the wildlife and bird watching. Near by: Bush walking at Boonalla Cave and Kelvin hills 15km Lake keepit fishing and boating 30km

2. Edgecote Camping

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56km from Manilla · 6 sites · Tents, RVs · Duri, NSW

Our family have lived at ‘Edgecote’ for eighteen years. We are predominantly horse breeders and trainers, however have some cattle and many dogs. We love the great outdoors and especially enjoy this ‘bottom paddock’ because of all the trees and the bird life. The dam gives the space a cool feel and a place for dogs to swim and retrieve.

3. Merridale

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51km from Manilla · 7 sites · Tents, RVs · Bakers Creek, NSW

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.

4. Berida

39km from Manilla · 1 site · Tent, RV · Halls Creek, NSW

Stunning working beef cattle property in the New England a short drive from the beautiful riverside town of Bendemeer. Sitting its own private valley free from phone reception you can leave the troubles of the world behind just relax by the fire. Walk or mountain bike up the farms back ridge and take in stunning views or go for a swim crystal clear dam. Off farm it is short drive to the Bendemeer Hotel for lovely meal and beer on the bank of the McDonald River. Which is home to the mighty Murray Cod along with Trout for the keen angler. Whether you’re all for adventure or just looking to get away we have the place from you.

Stories from the community

Scotty

September 2025

Tent

1 night at Edgecote Camping

Great little spot! Nice, clean space with plenty of firewood. Susie and Earl were super friendly. Would definitely stop by again.

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Caleb

August 2025

Tent

Weekend Trip to Edgecote Camping

Beautiful spot, very quiet and serene. Owners were lovely and kind, gave clear directions on how to get there and where to camp. Plenty of firewood supplied. Will definitely be visiting again soon.

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Courtney

April 2025

Tent

With pets

Weekend Trip to Merridale

Perfect spot for a quiet stay, there is plenty of room and you have a lot of space to yourself

Allison

April 2025

5 m pop-up camper

With pets

Weekend Trip to Merridale

We were actually very surprised by this site! We loved it more than we imagined. Loved kayaking in the dam, plenty of space, awesome for having a hike around.

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Michelle

April 2025

Tent

Weekend Trip to Edgecote Camping

Campsite is nice and small , it was great not to have a lot of camping neighbours. Toilet was clean. Great view and sunset

Dave

April 2025

7 m Class B

Group trip

Weekend Trip to Merridale

Great property with heaps of room. The dam offered swimming, fishing and kayaking.

Philip

April 2025

7 m Class A

With pets

1 night at Edgecote Camping

After a week on the road and a new campsite each night this one was our favourite. We had the place to ourselves and there was plenty of firewood available. Quiet, serene location within nature. The outhouse toilet is a nice touch! We hope to be back.

Shaun

March 2025

Tent

1 night at Edgecote Camping

Beautiful and tranquil. Amazing views of the sunsetting over farmlands and the distant mountains. Plenty of space to camp by the dam. Susie was welcoming and ensured we had what we needed. Fire pit provided with complementary fire wood. Toilet neat and clean.

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sean

February 2025

Tent

Weekend Trip to Edgecote Camping

Perfect camp by the water and a fire pit, plenty of space and great to walk around and meet the Animals. Susie is a great host and will be back

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Harry

February 2025

12 m Class B

Weekend Trip to Myall Springs Lake

Hugh private dam/lake ( 150 acc,s) filled with black swans, pelicans , turtles ,other Wildlife ,great for kayaking/ filled with fish , camping best near old willow trees or cabin . Some hunting by approval by Matt , property covers over 1000 ACC's with Angus cattle everywhere in paddocks , camping area just needs a slash/ mow

Tim

January 2025

4 m pop-up camper

2 nights at Edgecote Camping

Susie was very friendly and accommodating. Had a very relaxing stay and atmosphere was great. Some great star gazing, we will be back.

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Peter

January 2025

8 m Class B

Weekend Trip to Edgecote Camping

Great spot just out of Tamworth. Quiet and lots of room. Lovely hosts, super friendly and was given some beautiful fresh eggs. Thankyou Susie. If heading back this way again will definitely be back.

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Bren

January 2025

5 m pop-up camper

2 nights at Edgecote Camping

Susie and Earl have a simple but lovely set up. 20 mins out of town, with a quirky toilet we were completely on our own and enjoyed beautiful sunsets and sunrises. We had an issue with our camper and Susie was very helpful Would recommend for those looking for peace and quiet

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Chloe

December 2024

8 m travel trailer

Weekend Trip to Edgecote Camping

Lovely lady and lovely property. Definitely recommend

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Chelsea

December 2024

Tent

Weekend Trip to Edgecote Camping

Such an amazing property to stay at, close to down and the sun set and sun up was one we won’t forget. Thanks Susie, we will be back.

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Ben

October 2024

4 m pop-up camper

1 night at Edgecote Camping

What a peaceful place to stay with ample room to spread out and enjoy. A few cows came and visited us in the morning and there were so many species of birds around. Thanks Susie for a perfect unwind escape.