The best family-friendly campgrounds near Parkes, New South Wales

Looking for a camping experience near Parkes, New South Wales in Australia? Hipcamp has over 130 camping options that are perfect for families. With options as low as $10 per night and an average price of $40 per night, you'll find the perfect spot to pitch your tent or park your caravan. Check out the top campsites with rave reviews: Watton Airstrip (418 reviews), Cadagi Farm Stay in Central West NSW (126 reviews). Plus, enjoy popular amenities like pet-friendly sites, rubbish disposal, and toilets. If you're looking for adventure, you're in luck! Take advantage of hiking, biking, and exploring historic sites in the area. Start planning your camping trip today!

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Top-rated campgrounds near Parkes

Looking for a camping experience near Parkes, New South Wales in Australia? Hipcamp has over 130 camping options that are perfect for families. With options as low as $10 per night and an average price of $40 per night, you'll find the perfect spot to pitch your tent or park your caravan. Check out the top campsites with rave reviews: Watton Airstrip (418 reviews), Cadagi Farm Stay in Central West NSW (126 reviews). Plus, enjoy popular amenities like pet-friendly sites, rubbish disposal, and toilets. If you're looking for adventure, you're in luck! Take advantage of hiking, biking, and exploring historic sites in the area. Start planning your camping trip today!

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Top-rated campgrounds near Parkes

1. The Orchard

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(578)

80km from Parkes · 13 sites · Tents, RVs

Our property is situated on a working apple and cherry orchard at the base of Mount Canobolas, 10 minute drive from Orange. The region has much to offer including amazing wineries and cellar doors, quaint villages with artisans shops, hot air balloon rides, waterfalls, the Arch Cave and more. Here at The Orchard visitors are welcome to pick their own fruit in season, at a cost. Please speak to your host if you are interested. There are plenty of local food and wine venues in the surrounding area for you to enjoy. Lake Canobolas is close by for swimming and there are a number of walking/ hiking trails in the beautiful Mount Canobolas National Park. Pets are welcome but we do have livestock on the property to please keep them under control. Campfires are allowed as long as there are no fire restrictions in place. Amenities are available for campers. A shower and toilets are also available to campers.

2. Borenore Billabong Field Days site

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(179)

75km from Parkes · 14 sites · Tents, RVs

The 130 acres site hosts Agricultural events during the year. It is also run as a working farm and has grassed areas and power sites with access to showers, toilets and a dump point. The grassed area overlooks a Billabong with trees and wildlife with a background to Mount Canobolas. Condition of Billabong and grassed area are subject to climatic conditions. The site is in closer proximity to Vineyards and Cellar Doors.

3. Serendipity - a fortunate discovery

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(45)

9.2km from Parkes · 6 sites · Tents, RVs

We are situated 10km out of Parkes which is home to the famous Dish and the annual Elvis Festival. Set on a gentle slope, it boasts picturesque views of the surrounding farmland, tranquil dams and lush native vegetation. Guests are offered access to stroll around our 18acre property by foot only. Vehicles are to be kept at the camp site however. Pets are allowed but must be on leash at all times. We do have a dog, chooks and guinea fowls and the nature of the property abundant wildlife may be present. Guests are welcome to enjoy a camp fire in the designated area during the winter months when the local regulations permit. The statutory Bush Fire period is from 1st October to 31st March. A chemical toilet and hot shower in a rustic shed is available for your convenience. An honesty pay by use system at $5/shower **ELVIS FESTIVAL (second week in January each year) - $35/SITE/NIGHT

4. Cargo Road Wines

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(148)

77km from Parkes · 5 sites · Tents, RVs

16 Ha of grapevines on 40 Ha of land. We also have a cherry orchard so people can pick their own cherries in December. We have stunning views, dedicated sites that can be powered, close to the amenities in the winery or very isolated. We also make some fantastic wine. We have 4 EV chargers for all your electric car needs. We have Fire wood for sale bigger better than servos bags $25/bag. Fire pits for Hire or bring your own. We are just 2 km Glenwood Forest Trails for amazing mountain biking dedicated downhill trails and events year-round. We are just next to the Lonely Mountain Ultra which runs in October. Mount and Lake Canobolas offer wonderful walk, swims, paddles and fishing. The region has incredible produce, restaurants and wineries. If we appear booked out call direct or book on our website there are plenty of sites, just not listed here.

Recent reviews from the Hipcamp community

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Elizabeth

1 week ago

Tent

1 night at Serendipity - a fortunate discovery

A really lovely experience - I had the paddock to myself! Kate and Tony were responsive and friendly, and made me feel safe as a solo female traveller. Everything was as described - made for a peaceful stay!

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Julie

2 weeks ago

5 m Class B

Weekend Trip to The Orchard

A beautiful grassy site to camp under the shade of an enormous pine tree. We especially loved walking through the orchards and the easy access to local wineries. The bathroom & laundry facilities were adequate with great water pressure in the shower. We would stay again.

Michelle

2 weeks ago

4 m travel trailer

With pets

Weekend Trip to Borenore Billabong Field Days site

Beautiful, quiet spot by a waterhole. A great variety of birds. Clean shower/toilet cubicles. Has a dump point also. Powered sight with a picnic bench.

Kim

2 weeks ago

Tent

With kids

Weekend Trip to The Orchard

Nice spot, Tracey was very helpful and we loved being able to have a hot shower. Just be aware of bindies, there were lots in the grass so keep your shoes on

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Adeel

2 weeks ago

Tent

Group trip

Weekend Trip to The Orchard

A very scenic and peaceful property that is exceptionally clean and well maintained. The experience was excellent from start to finish. Tracey was incredibly welcoming, friendly, and always ready to help, which made the stay even more enjoyable. Highly recommended.

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Ann

3 weeks ago

14 m travel trailer

With pets

1 night at Serendipity - a fortunate discovery

A tranquil location, very quiet & peaceful with beautiful sunset views. The hosts are delightful & made us feel very welcome. Thank you Kate & Tony for a lovely overnight stay.

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Sarah

3 weeks ago

Tent

With pets

Weekend Trip to Cargo Road Wines

We loved camping at Cargo Road Winery! James showcased what his winery was all about and we tried some delicious wines! Facilities were amazing and the camping spots are nestled amongst the vineyards! We took our dog who loved his first camping experience! It felt like we had the whole place to ourselves. We will be back!

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Thomas

November 2025

5 m car

Group trip

2 nights at Borenore Billabong Field Days site

Parfait ! Nous étions seul ! Le cadre est super au milieu de la nature

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Thea

November 2025

13 m travel trailer

With pets

Weekend Trip to Serendipity - a fortunate discovery

We stayed here for two nights and found it to be a convenient spot close to Parkes. It’s a practical place to stay if you’re attending an event in town, as it’s only a short drive away. The view from the site was lovely, and the host was friendly and welcoming. There were a few things that didn’t quite work for us. The toilet had no light, and by the third day of use it seemed to struggle with pumping water and hadn’t been emptied or changed. The site also wasn’t very private. Two children who live on the property visited our van frequently, often bringing their puppy, who barked in our dog’s face without any adult supervision. The kids also rode loud motorbikes around the property quite regularly, which impacted the peacefulness of the stay. Overall, it was a handy two-night base close to Parkes with a nice outlook, but improvements to the amenities and privacy would really enhance the experience.

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Anne Maree

November 2025

10 m travel trailer

Weekend Trip to Borenore Billabong Field Days site

Very quiet campsite, with toilet and shower facilities. We struggled to find a campsite in the Orange area with facilities that were not a caravan park or Showground. Field Days ticked our boxes, we had the place to our selves, it is close to the wineries and walking in Mt Canobolas. We Will be back.

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Diana

November 2025

Tent

Weekend Trip to The Orchard

We loved our stay at the Orchard! Tracey was very welcoming and we got the pick of the sites with such a beautiful view, lots of birds, kangaroos in the morning etc. Also appreciated the great recommendations for things to do and see in Orange! Would highly recommend.

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Ross

November 2025

6 m travel trailer

1 night at The Orchard

Tracey was very hospital and keen to see you had the correct site. Site and amenities were great plus a washing machine. A great campsite with good views. Loved it and definitely would go back again

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Brendan

November 2025

6 m Class B

1 night at Cargo Road Wines

I stayed in little Italy and it had lots of room and was very scenic I would definitely stay again James was very helpful

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Richard

November 2025

9 m travel trailer

4 nights at The Orchard

What stood out was location, in amongst orchards and vines, vineyards next door to enjoy, and campsite set up in a wonderful green surrounded by lovely shady trees. Great having power and water available with amenities a short walk from sites. However, the amenities could be cleaner and were in need of attention. Easy drive to all the sites to see and enjoy around and in Orange.

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Hayley

November 2025

6 m travel trailer

With kids

Weekend Trip to The Orchard

We loved staying here! It’s like being off grid but with the creature comforts if needed. Beautiful wineries close by, afternoon strolls around the area, we will be back!

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Peter

November 2025

8 m travel trailer

Weekend Trip to The Orchard

We enjoyed the open space, the views and the quiet environment. Good having flush toilets and hot showers which were older but clean. Laundry was useful too

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Kate

November 2025

8 m travel trailer

With pets

Weekend Trip to Borenore Billabong Field Days site

Very pretty site. Great to be able to have the dog with us grounds were clean and well kept shower individual en-suite were good . Beautiful sunrises and sunsets

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Julie Fay

November 2025

16 m travel trailer

Weekend Trip to Borenore Billabong Field Days site

Lovely and quiet, plenty of space, not all sites have water too them so make sure you carry water, highly recommend to stay here 👏👏👏👏👌