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

Looking for the perfect camping experience near Prestons, New South Wales, Australia? Look no further than Hipcamp. With over 2,000 options to choose from, you'll find the ideal campsite that matches your accommodation preference, activity/terrain preference, and budget. Whether you prefer pitching a tent, parking your caravan, or staying in a cabin, Hipcamp has got you covered. Explore top campsites like Fern Valley Ranch (401 reviews), Megalong Valley Farm (435 reviews), and Watton Airstrip (418 reviews). Enjoy popular facilities such as toilets, potable water, and campfires, and engage in activities like whitewater paddling, off-roading (OHV), and wildlife watching. With an average price per night of £35 and options as low as £5, camping has never been more affordable or exciting.

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Top-rated campgrounds

Looking for the perfect camping experience near Prestons, New South Wales, Australia? Look no further than Hipcamp. With over 2,000 options to choose from, you'll find the ideal campsite that matches your accommodation preference, activity/terrain preference, and budget. Whether you prefer pitching a tent, parking your caravan, or staying in a cabin, Hipcamp has got you covered. Explore top campsites like Fern Valley Ranch (401 reviews), Megalong Valley Farm (435 reviews), and Watton Airstrip (418 reviews). Enjoy popular facilities such as toilets, potable water, and campfires, and engage in activities like whitewater paddling, off-roading (OHV), and wildlife watching. With an average price per night of £35 and options as low as £5, camping has never been more affordable or exciting.

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Top-rated campgrounds

1. BIG4 Sydney Lakeside Holiday Park

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48km from Prestons · 335 sites · Tents, RVs, Lodging · Sydney, NSW

At Sydney Lakeside Holiday Park, we offer more than just a place to stay – we offer the ultimate blend of coastal escape and urban lifestyle. Nestled between the calm waters of Narrabeen Lake and the surf of North Narrabeen Beach, our park is the perfect blend of nature, relaxation and convenience. Unbeatable location between lake and surf. Just 45 minutes from Sydney CBD. Wide range of accommodation, from unpowered sites to villas. Family-friendly amenities including playground, splash park and BBQ areas. Ideal for couples, families, groups and solo travellers. Easy access to public transport, shops and restaurants.

2. Silky Oaks Flower Farm

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36km from Prestons · 11 sites · Tents, RVs, Lodging · Oakdale, NSW

Silky Oaks is one of Australia’s largest private collections of Native Australian plants. Set on 30 acres; there is 3 lakes, manicured gardens, a cut-flower plantation, rainforest, and orchard to wander. Our Glamping Van's are Set direct on lakefront and our BYO camp spots are in the flower plantation. Oakdale is a lovely rural area; you will pass cow paddocks, mountains and beautiful country vistas on your drive to the property. The area is a mix of houses, hobby farmers, homes on acreage, equestrian centres, produce growers and National Park. There is a glorious look-out in the National Park overlooking the Warragamba dam. Some days it is swept with clouds; enveloping you into the majestic heavens. It’s an easy ten min drive away. There is local towns 15mins drive for eating out and getting coffee.

3. Ingenia Holidays Avina

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33km from Prestons · 171 sites · Tents, RVs, Lodging · Sydney, NSW

Escape to the Vineyard region in Sydney for a country getaway at Ingenia Holidays Avina! Located only 50km from Sydney CBD, this countryside location offers an array of accommodation options, including camping or caravan sites, as well as modern villas and spacious cabins. During your stay, wine taste your way around the region, take a short drive to local attractions such as Featherdale Wildlife Park, Windsor Heritage Walk, Hawkesbury Valley and the Blue Mountains, or stay in and enjoy the resort-style pool. Whether your home base for your holiday is the canvas you packed, caravan or you’ve opted for a well-appointed villa or spacious cabin, you’ll have access to all of the park’s facilities which include a resort-style swimming pool, BBQ facilities and a kiosk.

4. Little Cat Oasis Garden Glamping

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40km from Prestons · 1 site · Lodging · Queenscliff, NSW

A studio room located in the backyard of the owner’s cottage residence which was established in 1938,. “The Printery” once operated as a printing factory and housed printing presses and machinery up to the 60's. The local newspaper “The Manly Daily” was printed on the property from 1940-41 The studio rental has a 4.8 star review on Airbnb. Quirky and unusual, Little Cat Oasis Garden Glamping studio offers something a little different to the usual local accomodation offerings. Stays are hosted in a one room garden studio which has a King size bed, 2 seater sofa, tv and tea/coffee making facilities. There is also use of an adjacent outdoor tropical private deck area.

5. Gondwana Retreat

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70km from Prestons · 5 sites · Tents · Green Point, NSW

My name is Jason and I am responsible for caring and creating this space.Gondwana Retreat is sacred land. It is sacred to the original people as two rivers meet here which was auspicious, and sacred to me and all that visit. The Aboriginal people used to live and commune here. And now it seems a place where people like to be, and Rest and Rejuvenation - even healing happens here.Since moving here myself in 2014 it has been a place of transformation and change. The land itself was abandoned with rubbish and weeds everywhere when I arrived and with a bit of hard work, some patience and care it has become a place of beauty. It has been returned to much more of its natural and native state. This process of positive change has created a healing in the environment and for myself, and visitors express this magic in the air.Nowadays we are offering meditation, yoga, and therapeutic types of practices in the main home that the land and campsite is a part of. Campers are welcome to join and this really makes staying here an opportunity for exploring these practices if you choose.Be good to share the land and we welcome all to Gondwana retreat!

Stories from the community

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Rohina

2 weeks ago

Group trip

Weekend Trip to Silky Oaks Flower Farm

I loved the pink retro caravan and the facilities that were provided. Host- David was very helpful and informed us all the required details. The vibe and the surrounding was very amazing. Highly recommend for girls night out in such a cozy vibe.

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Lesley

November 2025

5 m Class B

2 nights at Silky Oaks Flower Farm

A beautiful serene place to stay. Would recommend this place to stay for a relaxing getaway. The gardens are beautiful and well kept.

Ben

October 2025

Tent

Weekend Trip to BIG4 Sydney Lakeside Holiday Park

Great spot for families. Great facilities, beautiful beach short walk away, really enjoyed it

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Tia

October 2025

5 m car

Group trip

Weekend Trip to Silky Oaks Flower Farm

We had an amazing time at this camp. We loveddd walking around and picking flowers. The site itself didn't have a lot of flowers but the property was beautiful. Loved also seeing the horses and it was very private too. We had a great time ☺️

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Amy

October 2025

With kids

2 nights at Silky Oaks Flower Farm

This is a magical place, where a lot of effort has been put into detail - not only are the caravans themselves vintage, so are the interiors and accessories (including a sunburst clock). We had a lovely relaxing time with many photo opportunities!

Lou

October 2025

10 m travel trailer

Group trip

4 nights at Silky Oaks Flower Farm

Lovely location, so quiet and relaxing. The gardens are beautiful, and we didn't even get to see them in full bloom! David has great communication, and in what was very obviously not a normal situation, made sure we had clear info to get to our site etc. The toilet location was great, and serviced. We loved our stay, and thoroughly enjoyed Silky Oaks.

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Elaine

October 2025

Tent

1 night at Silky Oaks Flower Farm

Great camping close to Sydney. There are only a small number of sites, thoughtfully dispersed so it feels very private. Enjoyed the view onto the horse paddocks and looking around the native plants.

Zaid

October 2025

5 m car

Group trip

Weekend Trip to Silky Oaks Flower Farm

Amazing site, nice host, the farm is well looked after

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Renee

September 2025

Weekend Trip to Silky Oaks Flower Farm

Highly recommend silky oaks. I was in the retro Glamping and there was everything you needed. Bed, bbq, outdoor chairs, fridge, kettle, fan and heater if needed. Outdoor shower with hot water and toilet. Great location close to Sydney but still peaceful and private. Lots to do wander around the farm, feed the horses (bring carrots) or explore the area. Highly recommend. The camping site were great too by the look of it.

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Ian

September 2025

Tent

With kids

Weekend Trip to Silky Oaks Flower Farm

We booked site 1, but stayed at site 6 - amongst the liquid ambers. David met us on arrival, took us to a couple of different sites on the property, and let us choose. Site 6 was nice - quite private, yet only about 50m walk to the flushing toilets (very clean). The gardens are really nice, and a lovely place for a walk around in the afternoon. Some stunning native flowers in amongst the gardens too. Peaceful overnight, and birdsong in the morning. This is an easy/relaxed camping spot only an hour out of Sydney - great for families and first timers.

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Lauren

September 2025

5 m Class B

1 night at BIG4 Sydney Lakeside Holiday Park

Stayed for 2 nights during the horrific rain Sydney had, so we didn't have a chance to explore. The first night was a powered site with an en suite, which was fantastic. Second night was a powered site with communal toilets/showers. Both were super clean, showers were hot and powerful.

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Evie

July 2025

Tent

Group trip

Weekend Trip to Silky Oaks Flower Farm

David was extremely helpful with anything we needed, we went in the middle of winter so he made sure we were prepared for how cold it would be. The place was so tranquil and lovely and we were given easy directions on how to get to our site!

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Isaac

June 2025

2 nights at Silky Oaks Flower Farm

Lovely place to stay. We enjoyed feeding the horses and sitting around the firepit

Helen

June 2025

Tent

With kids

1 night at Silky Oaks Flower Farm

Great location, just over an hour away from Sydney. We enjoyed the spot a lot, we ended up setting up in Site 6. The area was well maintained and lots of space for us to set-up 2 tents (10 person and 4 person) and a camping tarp. The bathroom was a short 3 minute walk away, and very clean. David mentioned to bring warm clothes and rug up which was appreciated, as the temps dropped and was a super cold night (2 degrees). It was a quite place, not many other campers about which we thoroughly enjoyed since it was a long weekend. Would love to come back and bring our other friends!

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Nikki

June 2025

Tent

With kids

Weekend Trip to Silky Oaks Flower Farm

We had a great time staying at Silky Oaks flower farm. David is a very attentive host. We were met with a warm, informative welcome. Our camp site was very cute and private, with the added bonus of the toilets being nearby. Would highly recommend this property.

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Gregory

April 2025

Weekend Trip to Little Cat Oasis Garden Glamping

The printery is the most perfect place to stay if you are exploring the northern beaches. The bed is so big and comfy, easy parking and the manly dam at the end of the street, it’s a perfect little nature getaway! And the best part is the outdoor shower, a real little tropical oasis and you can have a piping hot shower under the stars ✨ J.S is the most amazing host too, very accommodating and friendly, a real gem of a stay 💎

Vicki

April 2025

Group trip

Weekend Trip to Silky Oaks Flower Farm

They provide so much more than listed! 2 of us stayed in the van and 2 of us camped in our rooftop tent just nearby. Cute campervan, my sister reported that the bed was comfy. There's a large shade cloth area with tables and chairs, a bbq, a firepit and an outdoor sink. Cold shower setup outside too. Thanks David!

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Michele

March 2025

9 m pop-up camper

Weekend Trip to Silky Oaks Flower Farm

Lovely, quiet place to camp. Would be divine at flowering time. Private and peaceful. Toilet was very clean. Thank you

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Nick

January 2025

With kids

Weekend Trip to Silky Oaks Flower Farm

My little family and I really enjoyed our stay. The caravan was cosy and pretty much everything we could ask for for supplies (e.g. toilet, power, shower, fans, sink, crockery, fridge, bedding) was there. My son enjoyed stomping in mud, seeing the horses, running around and campfires. Focus for us was a few days of relaxing, so this ticked the boxes well! David was an easy going and helpful host. Thank you!

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Laura

January 2025

Tent

Group trip

Weekend Trip to Silky Oaks Flower Farm

We had such a good night! David met us on arrival to talk us through the land. Exploring the property was a great stroll. You can tell he and his family put some love into it. The horses next door were so friendly and very happy for a pat. The bathroom was clean and a good distance from the site. The site was generous in size. It was a positive change to be away for a long weekend and not be fighting for space. A peaceful and lovely spot. Thanks so much David!