Discover the best mountainous campgrounds near Shellharbour, New South Wales

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Shellharbour

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8 top mountainous campgrounds near Shellharbour

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Mellows Ridge

14 sites · RVs, Tents40 acres · Calderwood, NSW

Nestled right up against the escarpment at an elevation of 450m, this high-end, off-grid 40 acre property effectively offers your own private slice of Macquarie Pass National Park - amazing views, giant cedar trees, fern forests, cascading waterfalls and palms surround. It feels remote but it's only 90 min from Sydney, 30 min to Kiama and just 15 min to the shops. The property also offers the only hiking path up to the top of the escarpment for some truly amazing views. As of September 2024, all the trails on the property have been massively upgraded and are passable with a 2WD car. If you're towing or it's wet we still recommend AWD or 4WD vehicles. We've just (mid December) added a spa half way up the driveway. It can be booked through the extras. We're not particularly price sensitive - until all those rate rises - but we are extremely value sensitive so we set out to make your stay extremely good value for your hard earned money. The land itself does most of the heavy lifting but also personal service and of course there's Lana to fall in love with.

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88%

(61)

Joadja Gorge Retreat & Camping

3 sites · RVs, Tents100 acres · Joadja, NSW

Escape to our stunning 100-acre property, where 60% is natural bushland perched high above the Wingecarribee River. We offer three secluded campsites, perfect for immersing yourself in nature. Explore various walking tracks, enjoy bush climbing adventures, and soak in the beauty of native flora and fauna. On clear nights, our location provides exceptional stargazing opportunities. We’re a pet-friendly retreat! Dogs are welcome on-leash and under control. Share the space with our friendly farm animals, including dogs, horses, cats, a donkey, an alpaca, and free-ranging birds like peacocks, chooks, ducks, and guinea fowl. Our property is fully off-grid. Campers must be fully self-contained and follow a leave-no-trace policy. We’re happy to provide table and chair setups upon request. Firewood is plentiful, and fresh drinking water can be made available if arranged in advance. We have recently added a flush toilet to the property for campers to use. Located just 30 minutes from Mittagong and 20 minutes from Berrima, you’re within reach of top-notch dining, shopping, local markets, the historic Berrima Gaol, numerous cellar doors, and world-class distilleries. Don’t miss the historic world heritage Joadja town and distillery which is just a 20-minute drive down the hill. To make your stay even more special, we offer a selection of gourmet hampers. Experience the Southern Highlands like never before—peaceful, adventurous, and unforgettable.

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Avoca @ Coromandel Agistment

3 sites · RVs, Tents450 acres · Silverdale, NSW

Situated near the Blue Mountains National Park, Avoca is home to 450 acres of rolling hills, natural wildlife and 360 degree views of Sydney City through to the edge of the Blue Mountains escarpment. Enjoy a stroll through trees, around the dams and across the meadows, wander up to the lookout to take in sunrise and sunset, the view will not disappoint. A short drive gets you to Silverdale Village and Warragamba Dam, with Bents Basin, Mulgoa Nature Reserve and The Rock Lookout not that much further. Avoca is home to Coromandel Agistment - a working Horse agistment property, so don't be worried if horses and riders or friendly dogs pop past and say hello.

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Above Syd at Trigonometry point

2 sites · RVs, Tents100 acres · Silverdale, NSW

Situated on the edge of the Blue Mountains escarpment, our property has sweeping views overlooking the Sydney basin all the way to the coast. Camp atop our trigonometry point (the highest point in the district) and watch over the city as the lights turn on at dusk. Perfect for NYE and Australia Day fireworks 🎆 or some weekend tranquility just one hour's drive from Sydney.You can use the property as a base to explore the area. It's only 30 mins to Bents Basin, a deep waterhole that forms part of a gorge on the Nepean River, offering swimming, fishing and walking tracks.We are pet friendly! Campfires are also allowed, so you can enjoy the spot around a crackling fire.Campers must have own amenities and leave no trace.

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Jamberoo Mountain Farm Camp

2 sites · RVs, Tents90 acres · Jamberoo, NSW

Our property is located in Jamberoo on an elevated working beef cattle farm with unique and beautiful views. We accept bookings with a maximum of 2 nights per stay. Our campsite is best suited to couples or families who would to explore the local area then chill out in the quiet and peaceful surrounds of our place. Take a breathe and enjoy the amazing vista. The large grassy site has stunning ocean views and is the perfect spot to relax after exploring all the great activities the surrounding area has to offer or play some outdoor sports if you bring a ball. We are a working farm and have three farm dogs, horses and cattle on the property along with plenty of wildlife. The camp site is approximately 75 metres frome the house. It is in view of he house however we do have a busy life,so you won't see us much unless you need something. We are only a short drive to Kiama and the stunning beaches of the south coast. Kiama has a great market on each month where you can check out the local offerings and enjoy a stroll along the esplanade or check out the famous Kiama blowhole and lighthouse. We are with easy reach of the Budderoo National Park which is full of stunning walks and waterfalls that are always popular. We are a short drive to the Jamberoo Action Park and Illawarra Fly Treetop Walk which are both great places to visit for kids and families. Please note our dogs can sometimes bark during the night as they are protecting the house and areas nearby. You must bring your own portable toilet. You are unable to bring your own dogs. Our site maximum is 2. Sites are opened at short notice when weather permits and not in conflict with farm activities. Weather permitting sites are generally available XMAS, NYE and Easter.

from

AU$80

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Bendameer

1 site · RV, Tent100 acres · Tongarra, NSW

Bendameer is a 100 acre hobby farm running beef cows on the South Coast. The farm is located just 15min drive to pristine beaches or 10min drive to national parks, walking tracks and swimming holes. We provide Elevated camp sites over looking Lake Illawarra and Warilla Beach or stay on the farm and enjoy bush walking to water fall and swimming holes plus heaps of other attractions close by.

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Hope's View Retreat

1 site · Lodging5 acres · Tapitallee, NSW

Hope's View Retreat is nestled under the Cambewarra Mountain, close to popular places of interest like Berry, (Voted NSW most popular town) Kangaroo Valley, Gerringong Beach, Shoalhaven River. You are welcome to share our home to explore local walks, country towns, great cafes and beautiful beaches or simply stay and restore, renew and refresh. Enjoy a wine as the sun sets over the trees, the sounds of the birds and wildlife, walk through the gardens and around the dam. At night the fire pit will keep you warm, with a BBQ and outside lights and tables and chairs.

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Oakwood - Blue Mountains Views

1 site · Tent100 acres · Bullio, NSW

You'll be peacefully isolated from the world at this 100 acre property with the most stunning clifftop views across the Nattai National Park to the Blue Mountains and Warragamba dam. Catch magnificent sunsets from our 'sunset rock' and wake to Kangaroos and beautiful bird life as well as the extraordinary call of our resident Lyrebirds. Oakwood is located 25 minutes from Mittagong and Berrima with all that the Southern Highlands has to offer and 30 minutes to the beautiful Wollondilly River at Goodman's Ford. It's on a windy dirt road with very little traffic - a true escape to paradise.

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Joadja Gorge Retreat & Camping

3 sites · RVs, Tents100 acres · Joadja, NSW

Escape to our stunning 100-acre property, where 60% is natural bushland perched high above the Wingecarribee River. We offer three secluded campsites, perfect for immersing yourself in nature. Explore various walking tracks, enjoy bush climbing adventures, and soak in the beauty of native flora and fauna. On clear nights, our location provides exceptional stargazing opportunities. We’re a pet-friendly retreat! Dogs are welcome on-leash and under control. Share the space with our friendly farm animals, including dogs, horses, cats, a donkey, an alpaca, and free-ranging birds like peacocks, chooks, ducks, and guinea fowl. Our property is fully off-grid. Campers must be fully self-contained and follow a leave-no-trace policy. We’re happy to provide table and chair setups upon request. Firewood is plentiful, and fresh drinking water can be made available if arranged in advance. We have recently added a flush toilet to the property for campers to use. Located just 30 minutes from Mittagong and 20 minutes from Berrima, you’re within reach of top-notch dining, shopping, local markets, the historic Berrima Gaol, numerous cellar doors, and world-class distilleries. Don’t miss the historic world heritage Joadja town and distillery which is just a 20-minute drive down the hill. To make your stay even more special, we offer a selection of gourmet hampers. Experience the Southern Highlands like never before—peaceful, adventurous, and unforgettable.

* Before taxes and fees

100%

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Hope's View Retreat

1 site · Lodging5 acres · Tapitallee, NSW

Hope's View Retreat is nestled under the Cambewarra Mountain, close to popular places of interest like Berry, (Voted NSW most popular town) Kangaroo Valley, Gerringong Beach, Shoalhaven River. You are welcome to share our home to explore local walks, country towns, great cafes and beautiful beaches or simply stay and restore, renew and refresh. Enjoy a wine as the sun sets over the trees, the sounds of the birds and wildlife, walk through the gardens and around the dam. At night the fire pit will keep you warm, with a BBQ and outside lights and tables and chairs.

* Before taxes and fees

100%

(22)

Avoca @ Coromandel Agistment

3 sites · RVs, Tents450 acres · Silverdale, NSW

Situated near the Blue Mountains National Park, Avoca is home to 450 acres of rolling hills, natural wildlife and 360 degree views of Sydney City through to the edge of the Blue Mountains escarpment. Enjoy a stroll through trees, around the dams and across the meadows, wander up to the lookout to take in sunrise and sunset, the view will not disappoint. A short drive gets you to Silverdale Village and Warragamba Dam, with Bents Basin, Mulgoa Nature Reserve and The Rock Lookout not that much further. Avoca is home to Coromandel Agistment - a working Horse agistment property, so don't be worried if horses and riders or friendly dogs pop past and say hello.

* Before taxes and fees

87%

(121)

Above Syd at Trigonometry point

2 sites · RVs, Tents100 acres · Silverdale, NSW

Situated on the edge of the Blue Mountains escarpment, our property has sweeping views overlooking the Sydney basin all the way to the coast. Camp atop our trigonometry point (the highest point in the district) and watch over the city as the lights turn on at dusk. Perfect for NYE and Australia Day fireworks 🎆 or some weekend tranquility just one hour's drive from Sydney.You can use the property as a base to explore the area. It's only 30 mins to Bents Basin, a deep waterhole that forms part of a gorge on the Nepean River, offering swimming, fishing and walking tracks.We are pet friendly! Campfires are also allowed, so you can enjoy the spot around a crackling fire.Campers must have own amenities and leave no trace.

* Before taxes and fees

95%

(41)

Mellows Ridge

14 sites · RVs, Tents40 acres · Calderwood, NSW

Nestled right up against the escarpment at an elevation of 450m, this high-end, off-grid 40 acre property effectively offers your own private slice of Macquarie Pass National Park - amazing views, giant cedar trees, fern forests, cascading waterfalls and palms surround. It feels remote but it's only 90 min from Sydney, 30 min to Kiama and just 15 min to the shops. The property also offers the only hiking path up to the top of the escarpment for some truly amazing views. As of September 2024, all the trails on the property have been massively upgraded and are passable with a 2WD car. If you're towing or it's wet we still recommend AWD or 4WD vehicles. We've just (mid December) added a spa half way up the driveway. It can be booked through the extras. We're not particularly price sensitive - until all those rate rises - but we are extremely value sensitive so we set out to make your stay extremely good value for your hard earned money. The land itself does most of the heavy lifting but also personal service and of course there's Lana to fall in love with.

* Before taxes and fees

Happy farmer sitting in a truck in a grassy field

Mountainous camping near Shellharbour guide

Overview

Looking to go camping near Shellharbour, New South Wales in Australia? Hipcamp has over 1170 options for you to choose from, with accommodation styles ranging from cosy cabins to spacious tents. With an average price per night of $35 and options as low as $5, you're sure to find something that fits your budget. Check out top campsites like Fern Valley Ranch (401 reviews), Megalong Valley Farm (435 reviews), and Jila Camp Grounds (279 reviews) for tried and true camping experiences. With popular amenities like toilets, cooking equipment, and campfires, as well as activities such as snow sports, fall fun, and wildlife watching, you'll have everything you need for an unforgettable camping adventure.