The best forest campgrounds near Parkes, New South Wales

Welcome to Hipcamp, your go-to website for camping adventures in Australia! If you're looking for a forest retreat near Parkes, New South Wales, we've got you covered. With over 400 options available, you're sure to find the perfect campsite that meets your preferences. Check out popular campsites like Watton Airstrip (418 reviews), Cadagi Farm Stay in Central West NSW (126 reviews), and "Oakview" Tarana (94 reviews). Our campsites offer popular facilities such as campfires, cooking equipment, and showers. And if you're itching for some adventure, you'll love the variety of activities available, including surfing, fall fun, and off-roading (OHV). So start planning your forest camping getaway today!

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Top-rated campgrounds near Parkes

Welcome to Hipcamp, your go-to website for camping adventures in Australia! If you're looking for a forest retreat near Parkes, New South Wales, we've got you covered. With over 400 options available, you're sure to find the perfect campsite that meets your preferences. Check out popular campsites like Watton Airstrip (418 reviews), Cadagi Farm Stay in Central West NSW (126 reviews), and "Oakview" Tarana (94 reviews). Our campsites offer popular facilities such as campfires, cooking equipment, and showers. And if you're itching for some adventure, you'll love the variety of activities available, including surfing, fall fun, and off-roading (OHV). So start planning your forest camping getaway today!

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Top-rated campgrounds near Parkes

1. Burrill Creek Camping

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28km from Parkes · 8 sites · RVs

Burrill Banks is a 35-acre hobby farm just off the Newell Highway, approximately 33km from Parkes, NSW, home to the famous ELVIS Festival (8th- 12th January). Just a few Km up the road is the famous Parkes telescope, or "The Dish". Large cropping and sheep farms surround us. We have 35 sheep and 2 dogs. Burrill Banks is on Burrill Creek which runs down from the Harvey’s Ranges to the east of Goobang National Park. The creek is often dry through the summer. The camping area is about 7 acres with open and treed areas. It is on the south side of Burril Creek'. The site can accommodate up to 8 caravans. Alectown is historically a farming and gold mining area with mine shafts from the 1800’s dotted across the area. You can visit an open-cut gold mine in Peak Hill 15 km north of Burrill Banks. For walking and bike tracks plus tonnes of sites and activities, visit the Parkes Visitors Centre. Follow us on Instagram! https://www.instagram.com/burrillcreekcamping?igsh=MWYzYm03am9qcWx2NA%3D%3D&utm_source=qr

2. Wombats Hut

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69km from Parkes · 1 site · Tent, RV

Escape to an idyllic nature retreat on Spring Creek, with rare access into Barton Nature Reserve. Secluded, wild, and all yours. This serene haven offers the perfect blend of adventure and relaxation — an ideal spot for nature lovers and outdoor explorers. Enjoy having this hideaway completely to yourselves. 4WD recommended.

3. Getting Away Camp

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38km from Parkes · 11 sites · Tents, RVs

Approximately 45 minutes from Orange, 4 hours from Sydney. The region between Molong and Parkes offers scenic views, bush walking, bush camping, picnic areas, mountain biking trails, and 4WD touring. To the northwest lies Goobang National Park that includes Caloma lookout, one of the high points in the Wanda Wandong sector of Goobang National Park. The area is a bird watchers' paradise - you can often spot birds of prey, such as wedge-tailed eagles, brown goshawks and brown falcons, soaring across the sky. Black cypress pines, grevilleas, lomandras and heath feature commonly on the landscape. There are many tall grass trees in this area too, some of which are believed to be hundreds of years old. This is a large property that is taking a break from sheep farming. Covered in gum trees and pines and lots of open space. The property has a creek with all year round water holes and dams. You can do almost anything you want. Hiking, fishing, swimming, camping and living the dream. There's emus (bush chooks), kangaroos (hopping dogs), platypus and no drop bears, meaning you can sit back, relax and go back to the way it was. Self sufficient campers only, leave no trace. You must bring your own camping toilet and shower. If booking under the Group listing, you will need to arrange you own portaloos, which I am happy to manage delivery/pick up of with the local hire company. It's 15 minutes to the pub in town if you're up for a coldie or a meal. Our farm is a work in progress.

4. Windowrie Winery

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66km from Parkes · 1 site · Tent, RV

Windowrie Estate is a family-owned wine company based 15Km from Canowindra and 30 Km from Cowra. The property consists of 300 acres of vineyards and a working winery located on the western end of the farm.In wet weather, you'll need a 4WD to access the last 100m Access to paddocks is over some rocks so low clearance vehicles not recommended.Dog friendly. No amenities so campers need to have own toilet and leave no trace. Campfires permitted when restrictions aren't in place.

Recent reviews from the Hipcamp community

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Alan

1 week ago

Tent

With pets

2 nights at Wombats Hut

Fantastic location to truly get away from everything and everyone. Grateful for the hut when the thunderstorm struck.

Rando

November 2025

Tent

1 night at Getting Away Camp

Getting to the campsite was relatively easy, only thing that bothered us was a car that honked to us at 6am while we were still sleeping.

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Paula

November 2025

15 m travel trailer

1 night at Burrill Creek Camping

Beautiful pastoral setting with lots of birds, hares and sheep. Tony was super helpful and we would definitely stay again. Also very handy for visit to The Dish.

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Peter

October 2025

Tent

With pets

Weekend Trip to Wombats Hut

Beautiful location completely secluded. How’s the serenity 🙂

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Angus

October 2025

6 m pop-up camper

With kids

1 night at Burrill Creek Camping

Great spot under the big gums, woke up to many happy chatty birds in the treetops.

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Paul

September 2025

3 m pop-up camper

1 night at Burrill Creek Camping

Beautifully location. Tony and Lorraine very proactive and clear with communication.

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Tricia

August 2025

7 m travel trailer

With pets

1 night at Burrill Creek Camping

Burrill Creek Camp is peaceful with a gorgeous bush camping feel yet so convenient. Easy access from Newell Hwy, only 30km from Parkes and for those that need it, 4 bars of Telstra 4G!. There are public toilets about 5km up the road at Alectown. There are plenty of well spaced camp spots to choose from, most with fire pits and a generous supply of fire wood. Sun sets filtering through the trees were a highlight for me. Burrill Creek runs through the camping area but it wasn't running when we stayed. Host Tony and Lorraine were very helpful and responsive.

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Nicole

July 2025

7 m travel trailer

With kids

1 night at Burrill Creek Camping

We had a lovely night stay at Burrill with the most accommodating hosts Tony and Lorraine. We had a flat site with plenty of space to explore. Lots of firewood available and awesome fire pits with BBQ plate to use. Nice and quite, lovely outlook over the paddocks Will definately be back!

Meg

June 2025

10 m travel trailer

2 nights at Burrill Creek Camping

Great spot with fantastic fire pits - grill included- lovely host who came to check we were all good, We left earlier due to inclement weather however would definitely stay again - thanks

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Michael

May 2025

7 m travel trailer

With kids

1 night at Burrill Creek Camping

Although we only stayed for one night and got stuck in a storm, we were very happy with our first hip camping experience. Tony and Lorraine were easy to communicate with and checked in on us as the storm passed over! The sites are easy to access and and very level even for bigger vans (ours being 22foot) Would highly recommend burrill campground

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Jasmin

April 2025

5 m travel trailer

With pets

Weekend Trip to Burrill Creek Camping

Such a beautiful and quiet campsite, Tony and Lorraine were so welcoming and friendly. Very easy to find, great spot for the kids to run around and ride their bikes. Campfire areas were thoughtfully prepared all ready to toast our marshmallows and gaze at the stars. Would definitely return again, great spot! Thank you Tony and Lorraine

Mark

April 2025

8 m travel trailer

With kids

3 nights at Burrill Creek Camping

Wow what a spot!! we absolutely loved our stay here. it was so incredibly peaceful and was nice to enjoy an evening campfire every night aswell. thoroughly recommended folks!

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Julie

March 2025

12 m pop-up camper

1 night at Burrill Creek Camping

Great overnighter. Easy to access, rural/farm outlook and lovely camp area. Windy when we were there, which was perfect for drying things out after 4 days of rain!

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Bernadette

November 2024

7 m travel trailer

Weekend Trip to Burrill Creek Camping

A great quiet farm like spot to camp. Very tranquil, no highwasy noise at all. Just like visiting a friends farm with sheep in nearby paddock and a shady spot amongst the trees.

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Rodney

November 2024

5 m travel trailer

Weekend Trip to Burrill Creek Camping

We absolutely loved our overnight stay in our caravan at Burrell Creek Camping just a short drive from Parkes. So convenient and easy with access just of the Newell Highway tucked away in a small valley in a beautiful bush setting. Easy to follow instructions to the large campground area where you choose your perfect spot to relax and enjoy the sunset. Tony & Lorraine were very friendly and popped down to check we were ok and all settled in, gave our lovable Jack Russell Archie a Pat and left us to enjoy our time. Thanks Tony & Lorraine for sharing a piece of your beautiful farm with us. We look forward to our future stays at Burrell Creek Camping when we head up the Newell from Victoria.