The best forest campgrounds near Tamworth, New South Wales

Welcome to Hipcamp, your go-to website for camping in Australia! We have over 1000 options near Tamworth, New South Wales, with the beautiful forest terrain you're looking for. Whether you're a seasoned hiker or just looking to immerse yourself in nature, our campsites offer the perfect getaway. Check out our top campsites like Maiden Jewel, Upper Hunter Valley (271 reviews), Glenmoore (224 reviews), and Hillside Farmstay (239 reviews). With facilities like potable water, rubbish disposal, and showers, you'll have everything you need for a comfortable stay. And don't forget to enjoy popular activities like fishing, climbing, and swimming. So pack your bags and get ready for an unforgettable camping experience!

98% (789)

Top-rated campgrounds

Welcome to Hipcamp, your go-to website for camping in Australia! We have over 1000 options near Tamworth, New South Wales, with the beautiful forest terrain you're looking for. Whether you're a seasoned hiker or just looking to immerse yourself in nature, our campsites offer the perfect getaway. Check out our top campsites like Maiden Jewel, Upper Hunter Valley (271 reviews), Glenmoore (224 reviews), and Hillside Farmstay (239 reviews). With facilities like potable water, rubbish disposal, and showers, you'll have everything you need for a comfortable stay. And don't forget to enjoy popular activities like fishing, climbing, and swimming. So pack your bags and get ready for an unforgettable camping experience!

98% (789)

Top-rated campgrounds

1. Hillside Farmstay

96%

(620)

9.4km from Tamworth · 99 sites · Tents, RVs · Nemingha, NSW

A 200 acre horse breeding property on the outskirts of Tamworth. 6 minutes to the Country Music Capital CBD. Lots of shady trees to camp or park your van/RV. Hills that you can see forever from the top of.... Some outdoor seating. There's two flush toilets, two hot showers. Dogs are welcome but must be strictly on a lead at all times. There is a dog run available if you want to leave your dog and go to town or the Country Music Festival. Generally most people stay and camp near the horse barn. Indoor shower and toilet available and there is a outdoor hot shower and a sink and a tub to rub a dub dub. Laundry is available. Ask for the key ($5) The outdoor shower is private but has no roof so you can shower under the stars. Picnic table provided and a fire pit to barbecue in winter (fire bans in summer) Transported horses are also welcome...yards available. Price is per person. Children under 12 are free.

2. Riverside Escape Off Grid Camping

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(367)

50km from Tamworth · 27 sites · Tents, RVs · Manilla, NSW

A beautiful, off grid, riverside campground with amazing swimming hole on private property. This private campground is located in North West NSW. 50 minutes from Tamworth. Conveniently located 20 minutes outside the pretty town of Manilla and right on the river banks of the Namoi River. Also 20 minutes from beautiful Warrabah National Park. The campground is tucked away in a little valley overlooking an idyllic stretch of windy river with an amazing swimming hole, sandy beach, tranquil rapids and a beautiful, mesmerising, majestic rock. We have four primative campsites suited to all types of large and small, self sufficient campers in RV's, caravans, camp trailers, vans and tents. All sites are unique and positioned to enhance space and privacy as well as proximity and views of the river. They all showcase the varying, natural beauty and characteristics of the landscape. You can also book our amazing, award winning glamping tent. We are not a party campsite. Our little slice of paradise is for peace and relaxation. We also need to respect and encourage the presence and abundance of birds and animals and continue to ensure it is a peaceful and quiet home for them. You can enjoy your music just as long as other campsites and the local wildlife can't hear it. Manilla, only 20 minutes away has two dump points and water refill stations as well as a good number of shops to cater to all your needs during your stay. We are not in a high traffic area so you may get to enjoy having the place all to yourself. Our campsites have good access for all types of camp set ups and are not impacted by flooding. Nor do they become boggy in wet weather due to the high sand content in our soil. You could be sitting on the warm sandy bank overlooking the river and being captivated by the surrounding beauty and the magnificence of the swimming hole. This secret little piece of paradise has been untouched for 40 years and is home to an abundance of birdlife. Birds include the colourful Rainbow bee eaters, Kingfishers, Superb Fairy Wrens, Eastern Yellow Robins, Red Browed Finch and many more. A magical place that will delight your senses and make you feel relaxed and at peace. BYO camp toilet and leave no trace. Fish in the river; cod, cat, golden perch and carp. Well behaved dogs on leash and supervised at all times are welcome. If you would like to enquire about having the place to yourselves send me a message. ACCESS CONDITIONS: To help you decide if your set up is suitable you can google Riverside Escape Camping Manilla and find 2 videos on 23 and 25 May 2022 taken of me driving up and down the track to the campsites in my old Ford Courier that is NOT 4x4. There are lots of other useful videos to get a good sense of our campsite. You will also get a sense of the distance between each site. We recognise the Kamilaroi / Gomeroi people as the traditional custodians of this land.

3. Bai-Yai River Eco-Camp & Artist Retreat

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(37)

57km from Tamworth · 4 sites · Lodging · Retreat, NSW

Bai-Yai is a 480 acre partly Conservation Covenanted property, 70 minutes south-west of Armidale & 70 minutes north-west of Tamworth. On the tablelands 700 metres above sea level, next door to Warrabah National Park. Our northern boundary is the Macdonald river, just before it drops westward through the gorges & changes its name to the Namoi.We're for the nature-lover who enjoys peace & quiet away from crowds, who values birdsong above the hum of cars & generators! Our facilities are simple but comfortable, all off-grid. There's a covered platform kitchen area overlooking some of the great river swimming spots for campers to enjoy, a pit toilet, simple shower, & fresh drinking water supplied daily. The owners house is out of sight but within coo-ee if needed.The river & general wildness of terrain make Bai-Yai camping not really suitable for young children who requite 24/7 supervision for their safety.CRITICAL: Please ensure your personal profile is completed including a photo before submitting a booking request.

4. Taylors Run Farm Camping

63km from Tamworth · 5 sites · Tents, RVs · Kentucky South, NSW

The Taylor family history goes back to the early days of fine wool production in Australia. Taylors Run was one of the original properties established on the New England Tablelands. Today this region produces the largest percentage of top quality superfine wool in the world.Taylors Run is now represented by one of the six Taylor family farms. All properties are still owned and managed by direct descendants of William Tydd Taylor and the sheep are mostly of the same original bloodline that has been improved through selection and breeding for producing the premium quality superfine wool we sell today.

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Stories from the community

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Jackie

2 weeks ago

9 m travel trailer

Weekend Trip to Riverside Escape Off Grid Camping

What a beautiful spot for a relaxing get away right by the river on the private spot. Took our 9 metre motorhome and had mo issues getting there and despite us having rain we got out ok too. Highly recommend and would love to come back again. Thanks Caroline for having us x

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Sparkelez

3 weeks ago

Tent

2 nights at Riverside Escape Off Grid Camping

Beautiful little spot. Peaceful. Just what is needed. Even with bad navigation skills, Caroline was very attentive and quick to respond. Will definitely be back.

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Yacht

3 weeks ago

4 m Class B

1 night at Hillside Farmstay

The views were a lively sight to wake up to. Hot showers as well as toilet and drinking water!

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Randal

3 weeks ago

Tent

With pets

Weekend Trip to Riverside Escape Off Grid Camping

Another wonderful visit. Amazing amounts of birdlife and tranquil bush setting thanks again Caroline.

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Kelly

October 2025

7 m travel trailer

With pets

Weekend Trip to Riverside Escape Off Grid Camping

Caroline outlines directions very well and getting to the site was easy. The relaxing atmosphere and sounds of the river were amazing!

Michael

October 2025

5 m travel trailer

Weekend Trip to Riverside Escape Off Grid Camping

Brilliant spot to camp. Very quiet. Peaceful. Caretaker Mike was very friendly and helpful. Had a great stopover.

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Sir Paul

October 2025

13 m travel trailer

1 night at Hillside Farmstay

Dawn was so welcoming and wanted to take us on a complete guided tour of her entire property, unfortunately we did not have time. Highly recommend this place for a stay.

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Karen

October 2025

7 m travel trailer

1 night at Riverside Escape Off Grid Camping

Another glorious stay. We had a great time enjoying the river and the birds. Went for a few swims and just enjoyed the serenity. Caroline was super communicative and helpful as usual. We’ll be back.

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Jessica

October 2025

9 m travel trailer

With kids

4 nights at Riverside Escape Off Grid Camping

This is a magnificent spot! The birdlife is amazing! So, if you enjoy the sounds of bird songs, this is place will not disappoint. If you prefer to cast a line, the fishing is peaceful. The fish seemed to avoid me, but perhaps you will have better luck.

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Don

October 2025

7 m travel trailer

Weekend Trip to Hillside Farmstay

Dawn was fantastic. Nothing was a problem. She took us for a drive up to the top of the hill and the views were amazing. I would definitely stay here again.

Rodney

October 2025

Tent

Weekend Trip to Hillside Farmstay

As soon as I was welcomed by a lovely gentleman who showed me where to go then as I was setting up came over and showed me where the toilet and shower was. Would certainly go back again.

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Nicole

October 2025

Tent

With kids

4 nights at Hillside Farmstay

We loved our stay at Hillside. Dawn was amazing, she took the time each morning to say good morning to all the campers and even took us for a drive through her property. Highly recommand

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Eveliina

October 2025

Tent

1 night at Hillside Farmstay

Was such a beautiful camp site! We arrived quite late but the camping site was still easy to find. The outdoor shower is super warm and definitely worth it to look at the stars. We woke up to plenty of horses in the fields nearby including some foals.

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Carl

October 2025

4 m pop-up camper

With pets

2 nights at Riverside Escape Off Grid Camping

Lovely spot on the Namoi river. Great for swimming and fishing. Swimming hole is excellent. Private camp is very private. Directions to campsite were clear and easy to follow. Would go again

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Ken

October 2025

12 m travel trailer

With kids

2 nights at Hillside Farmstay

Close to Tamworth. Clean toilets and showers provided

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Barry

October 2025

6 m travel trailer

With pets

1 night at Riverside Escape Off Grid Camping

Great spot. Wonderful host. Would book there again

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Barry

September 2025

6 m travel trailer

With pets

1 night at Riverside Escape Off Grid Camping

Caroline was a wonderful host and the camp-site was private and peaceful. 18ft van was no trouble to park.

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Mark

September 2025

Tent

13 nights at Hillside Farmstay

I had a great time. I was there for two weeks. The campsite is great - lots of room. Directions were easy and signage at the entrance and on the farm made it easy to get to the paddock. Shower, sink, laundry and toilet facilities also very good. Two toilets, two showers. Lovely hot water. Clothesline available for laundry. Finally, Dawn was lovely to deal with. I had a very enjoyable stay. I've already booked a trip back!

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Tom

September 2025

2 m pop-up camper

With kids

Weekend Trip to Hillside Farmstay

Awesome spot, just out of town. Beautiful scenery, nice amenities and reasonably priced. This was our second stay and we'll no doubt be back again.

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Randal

September 2025