98% (6.3K) • 229 campsites
Top-rated campgrounds near Tenterfield
Farrup Bush Camp
1. Farrup Bush Camp
99%
(69)
27km from Tenterfield · 1 site · Tent, RV
Property only accepts a single group so you will have it to yourselves. Great views to rock domes in Girraween and Bald Rock NPs and spectacular sunsets from large rock slab expanse through a set of gates adjacent to the campsite. Cold and can be wet and windy in winter so rug up and be prepared.
There are rock outcrops and granite slabs around campsite. Property is on the edge of Girraween National Park and 6kms from the park headquarters by road. Local wineries such as Pyramids Road, Balancing Heart Symphony Hill are close by.
Private camping area for vehicles and associated camper trailers or tents. Bush camp accessed by in sections steep decomposed granite driveway. Confident 2WD car drivers without trailers are OK but AWD better for loaded cars. Caravans, camper trailers and Campervans are unsuitable unless vehicle is 4WD with low.range required for heavier units.
Campsite has a composting toilet and hot water shower with lights on movement sensors. Dogs are OK as long as they are controlled and remain, tied up if necessary, within the cleared camping area.
Firewood is provided or can be collected nearby.
Toilets
Campfires
Showers
from
AU$73
/ night
Granite & Eucalyptus Bush Camping
2. Granite & Eucalyptus Bush Camping
98%
(121)
30km from Tenterfield · 1 site · Tent, RV
"Mckenzie Glen" and offers a private camping experience for families and their dogs. The camp allows for self contained tent campers and caravans, camp trailers or RVs. We only allow 1 group at a time, so there will never be any other guests on the property whilst you are there. So once it is booked, the place is entirely yours. For example, if 3 families would like trip away with the kids, it will be exclusive to your group.
There is a plentiful supply of firewood around the block that can be collected, if there isn't a load already near the fire. A load of wood is normally replenished once a month and left next to the firepit.
There is very limited mobile phone reception along Eukey Road and it is almost non-existent at the camp. Which is great if you want a digital detox! However, there is a way you can still be connected and these details can be provided upon request.
There is no toilet... yet. We do sometimes dig a drop toilet but this is not available all the time and it moves frequently.
There is a small post hole digger with a bottomless bucket toilet (more affectionately called "Chainsaw")
set that you can dig a hole for a toilet and a cage that gives some privacy (see the photos).
But please make sure you fill it in with your finished and all the toilet paper is buried at least a foot under the ground.
It gets it name from the rodeo bull "Chainsaw" because if you dig the hole too wide and can last 8 seconds on the seat, you're a legend!
SO good tip for campers if you want to use it.
A favourite thing to do at the camp is to have sundowners on what we call the "Zen Rock". It is a large rock formation about 100m the east of the camp. You can't miss it. There is an incredible amount of bird life around and a family of magpies live in trees just near the camp kitchen (they are friendly). You will often be woken by the Kookaburras and see the gorgeous Rosella's cruising around picking at grass seed.
McKenzie Glen provides a swag deck that is large enough for 2 double swags side by side. There is a fully fitted camp kitchen which includes a gas stove. Our point of difference is that for a family who can’t afford all the kitchen camping equipment etc - you will have 'most' of the luxury's of home. You will need an esky for your food and drinks. There is no power, however the kitchen has a small fixed
12 volt system that will run the small pump for the kitchen and the lights. You'll see the switches.
There may also be some cattle on the property, they are agisted by my lovely neighbours. They are usually weaners or cows and calves.
McKenzie Glen -
Granite & Eucalypt Camp is a stones throw of the Girraween National Park, a number of Granite Belt wineries and it is not too far down the road is Storm King Dam where (now that its full) is great for fishing and kayaking and boating.
The area used to be mined for Tin. Keep any eye out for lumps of granite rocks on the ground and if your lucky enough you might find some with flicks of tin. If you hold the rock up to the light you can see the fecks shine in the light.
If you are a coffee lover like me, there is St. Jude's Cafe down the road on the New England Highway at Ballandean. I highly recommend popping over to Ballandean Estate Wines on Sundowner Road, they've been making wine since 1932. The smell of the food coming from their Barrel Room Restaurant will draw you in even if you're not hungry (you can book a table on line so you don't miss out). And if you like a good country pub meal and a cold beer, then the Ballandean Tavern is the go. Both St. Judes and the Ballandean Tavern are only 8.8km from the camp.
To the North of the camp, this bushland is a declared bushfire zone.
To stay aware of radio broadcasts, the local ABC channels are 104.9 (ABC radio) 103.3 (Triple J).
Campfires
Potable water
Picnic table
from
AU$73
/ night
Donnelly's Keep @ Donnellys Castle
3. Donnelly's Keep @ Donnellys Castle
100%
(4)
55km from Tenterfield · 5 sites · Tents, RVs
Wildlife lovers, this one’s for you! Adjacent to Donnellys Castle—an incredible granite rock formation you can walk through and over—Donnelly’s Keep is a 40-acre bush paradise. Enjoy native birds, wildlife, and stunning rocky outcrops right on your doorstep. Perfect for self-contained campers in flat, accessible paddocks. Meet our rescue pony, alpacas, and miniature goats at 3 pm. Just 15 mins from Stanthorpe’s orchards and vineyards. Come explore, relax, and connect with nature!
Access to paddocks is via a well-maintained gravel road with only minor correlations. Directional access is best via Amiens Rd/Pozieres Rd /Donnellys Castle Rd Intersection.
Campfires
from
AU$31
/ night
Lucky’s Ridge Eco Campgrounds
4. Lucky’s Ridge Eco Campgrounds
97%
(17)
52km from Tenterfield · 4 sites · Tents, RVs
Lucky’s Ridge is a 120acres property of bush, heavily timbered with straight eucalyptus, situated north NSW, near Tabulam, at the foot of great dividing range. It’s subtropical (summer rain, dry winter usually, no frost).
The primitive campgrounds have two compost toilets and two wood fired hot showers. Camp kitchen has a wood stove/oven, kitchen sink and benches (no fridge). All water taps are on rain water. There is a herb/veggies garden guest are welcome to pick from. Please be aware that there is only 12v power available (usb charging station), and Telstra reception is there but just and Optus is patchy.
I have friendly dairy goats, sheep, cows, pigs and horses roaming on the property, maintaining the grass short and fertilised (watch for the poop!), and chickens, duck and rabbits, all mostly free range in the Permaculture garden and orchards near the house. I'm into homesteading, and I grow and raise (and butcher) most of my food.
I enjoy sharing my land and experience with others, so I’ve recently had a primitive campground approved and open. It was mostly to host seasonal self reliant backpackers coming to pick blueberries at Mountain Blue, so it offers a bit more than just a place to camp, but it stays rather rustic. I’m also keen to host people interested in off grid living and sustainability or whoever wants to come and camp in this quiet, not crowded at all part of the bush. Hipcampers please be aware that from August til December, backpackers may be living at the campgrounds.
If you are interested in a garden tour, feeding the animals, milking the goats and/or pony rides, please let me know in advance.
We also have some mountain bike trails (jumps, etc) for keen riders (work in progress).
Toilets
Campfires
Showers
from
AU$14
/ night
Splitters Swamp Creek Waterfall
5. Splitters Swamp Creek Waterfall
91%
(140)
31km from Tenterfield · 2 sites · Tents, RVs
We are located just 30 minutes from Tenterfield, an historic town in the rolling New England region. Here you will find a superb wilderness.
Splitters Swamp Creek runs out of the hills, crystal clear water pours over the very beautiful granite rocks - creating a stunning waterfall and a shallow pool at the bottom. It then meanders gently down the valley surrounded by timber.
Visitors are welcome to walk a distance exploring the granite rock formations in and around the creek.
The campsite is located in a very private location, surrounded by a mix of vegetation and tall trees. There is a variety of native wildlife around, including bird life and a variety of wallabies. The native flora is beautiful, too.
In town you will find shops and suppliers for all your camping needs. While you're there, check out the heritage architecture, great cafes, interesting shops.
If you're up for an adventure further afield, the nearby national parks are perfect for outdoor adventures, from bushwalking to swimming and you can take the Boonoo Boonoo Falls walking track to a waterfall that drops 210 metres into a gorge, and enjoy eye-popping panoramas in Bald Rock National Park.
Don't forget to bring your camera!
PS: If you require a quicker response to questions than via the inbox message my mobile number;
zero four zero seven five nine four two zero one .
Thanks
Campfires
from
AU$49
/ night
98% (6.3K) • 229 campsites
Top-rated campgrounds near Tenterfield
Farrup Bush Camp
1. Farrup Bush Camp
99%
(69)
27km from Tenterfield · 1 site · Tent, RV
Property only accepts a single group so you will have it to yourselves. Great views to rock domes in Girraween and Bald Rock NPs and spectacular sunsets from large rock slab expanse through a set of gates adjacent to the campsite. Cold and can be wet and windy in winter so rug up and be prepared.
There are rock outcrops and granite slabs around campsite. Property is on the edge of Girraween National Park and 6kms from the park headquarters by road. Local wineries such as Pyramids Road, Balancing Heart Symphony Hill are close by.
Private camping area for vehicles and associated camper trailers or tents. Bush camp accessed by in sections steep decomposed granite driveway. Confident 2WD car drivers without trailers are OK but AWD better for loaded cars. Caravans, camper trailers and Campervans are unsuitable unless vehicle is 4WD with low.range required for heavier units.
Campsite has a composting toilet and hot water shower with lights on movement sensors. Dogs are OK as long as they are controlled and remain, tied up if necessary, within the cleared camping area.
Firewood is provided or can be collected nearby.
Toilets
Campfires
Showers
from
AU$73
/ night
Granite & Eucalyptus Bush Camping
2. Granite & Eucalyptus Bush Camping
98%
(121)
30km from Tenterfield · 1 site · Tent, RV
"Mckenzie Glen" and offers a private camping experience for families and their dogs. The camp allows for self contained tent campers and caravans, camp trailers or RVs. We only allow 1 group at a time, so there will never be any other guests on the property whilst you are there. So once it is booked, the place is entirely yours. For example, if 3 families would like trip away with the kids, it will be exclusive to your group.
There is a plentiful supply of firewood around the block that can be collected, if there isn't a load already near the fire. A load of wood is normally replenished once a month and left next to the firepit.
There is very limited mobile phone reception along Eukey Road and it is almost non-existent at the camp. Which is great if you want a digital detox! However, there is a way you can still be connected and these details can be provided upon request.
There is no toilet... yet. We do sometimes dig a drop toilet but this is not available all the time and it moves frequently.
There is a small post hole digger with a bottomless bucket toilet (more affectionately called "Chainsaw")
set that you can dig a hole for a toilet and a cage that gives some privacy (see the photos).
But please make sure you fill it in with your finished and all the toilet paper is buried at least a foot under the ground.
It gets it name from the rodeo bull "Chainsaw" because if you dig the hole too wide and can last 8 seconds on the seat, you're a legend!
SO good tip for campers if you want to use it.
A favourite thing to do at the camp is to have sundowners on what we call the "Zen Rock". It is a large rock formation about 100m the east of the camp. You can't miss it. There is an incredible amount of bird life around and a family of magpies live in trees just near the camp kitchen (they are friendly). You will often be woken by the Kookaburras and see the gorgeous Rosella's cruising around picking at grass seed.
McKenzie Glen provides a swag deck that is large enough for 2 double swags side by side. There is a fully fitted camp kitchen which includes a gas stove. Our point of difference is that for a family who can’t afford all the kitchen camping equipment etc - you will have 'most' of the luxury's of home. You will need an esky for your food and drinks. There is no power, however the kitchen has a small fixed
12 volt system that will run the small pump for the kitchen and the lights. You'll see the switches.
There may also be some cattle on the property, they are agisted by my lovely neighbours. They are usually weaners or cows and calves.
McKenzie Glen -
Granite & Eucalypt Camp is a stones throw of the Girraween National Park, a number of Granite Belt wineries and it is not too far down the road is Storm King Dam where (now that its full) is great for fishing and kayaking and boating.
The area used to be mined for Tin. Keep any eye out for lumps of granite rocks on the ground and if your lucky enough you might find some with flicks of tin. If you hold the rock up to the light you can see the fecks shine in the light.
If you are a coffee lover like me, there is St. Jude's Cafe down the road on the New England Highway at Ballandean. I highly recommend popping over to Ballandean Estate Wines on Sundowner Road, they've been making wine since 1932. The smell of the food coming from their Barrel Room Restaurant will draw you in even if you're not hungry (you can book a table on line so you don't miss out). And if you like a good country pub meal and a cold beer, then the Ballandean Tavern is the go. Both St. Judes and the Ballandean Tavern are only 8.8km from the camp.
To the North of the camp, this bushland is a declared bushfire zone.
To stay aware of radio broadcasts, the local ABC channels are 104.9 (ABC radio) 103.3 (Triple J).
Campfires
Potable water
Picnic table
from
AU$73
/ night
Donnelly's Keep @ Donnellys Castle
3. Donnelly's Keep @ Donnellys Castle
100%
(4)
55km from Tenterfield · 5 sites · Tents, RVs
Wildlife lovers, this one’s for you! Adjacent to Donnellys Castle—an incredible granite rock formation you can walk through and over—Donnelly’s Keep is a 40-acre bush paradise. Enjoy native birds, wildlife, and stunning rocky outcrops right on your doorstep. Perfect for self-contained campers in flat, accessible paddocks. Meet our rescue pony, alpacas, and miniature goats at 3 pm. Just 15 mins from Stanthorpe’s orchards and vineyards. Come explore, relax, and connect with nature!
Access to paddocks is via a well-maintained gravel road with only minor correlations. Directional access is best via Amiens Rd/Pozieres Rd /Donnellys Castle Rd Intersection.
Campfires
from
AU$31
/ night
Lucky’s Ridge Eco Campgrounds
4. Lucky’s Ridge Eco Campgrounds
97%
(17)
52km from Tenterfield · 4 sites · Tents, RVs
Lucky’s Ridge is a 120acres property of bush, heavily timbered with straight eucalyptus, situated north NSW, near Tabulam, at the foot of great dividing range. It’s subtropical (summer rain, dry winter usually, no frost).
The primitive campgrounds have two compost toilets and two wood fired hot showers. Camp kitchen has a wood stove/oven, kitchen sink and benches (no fridge). All water taps are on rain water. There is a herb/veggies garden guest are welcome to pick from. Please be aware that there is only 12v power available (usb charging station), and Telstra reception is there but just and Optus is patchy.
I have friendly dairy goats, sheep, cows, pigs and horses roaming on the property, maintaining the grass short and fertilised (watch for the poop!), and chickens, duck and rabbits, all mostly free range in the Permaculture garden and orchards near the house. I'm into homesteading, and I grow and raise (and butcher) most of my food.
I enjoy sharing my land and experience with others, so I’ve recently had a primitive campground approved and open. It was mostly to host seasonal self reliant backpackers coming to pick blueberries at Mountain Blue, so it offers a bit more than just a place to camp, but it stays rather rustic. I’m also keen to host people interested in off grid living and sustainability or whoever wants to come and camp in this quiet, not crowded at all part of the bush. Hipcampers please be aware that from August til December, backpackers may be living at the campgrounds.
If you are interested in a garden tour, feeding the animals, milking the goats and/or pony rides, please let me know in advance.
We also have some mountain bike trails (jumps, etc) for keen riders (work in progress).
Toilets
Campfires
Showers
from
AU$14
/ night
Splitters Swamp Creek Waterfall
5. Splitters Swamp Creek Waterfall
91%
(140)
31km from Tenterfield · 2 sites · Tents, RVs
We are located just 30 minutes from Tenterfield, an historic town in the rolling New England region. Here you will find a superb wilderness.
Splitters Swamp Creek runs out of the hills, crystal clear water pours over the very beautiful granite rocks - creating a stunning waterfall and a shallow pool at the bottom. It then meanders gently down the valley surrounded by timber.
Visitors are welcome to walk a distance exploring the granite rock formations in and around the creek.
The campsite is located in a very private location, surrounded by a mix of vegetation and tall trees. There is a variety of native wildlife around, including bird life and a variety of wallabies. The native flora is beautiful, too.
In town you will find shops and suppliers for all your camping needs. While you're there, check out the heritage architecture, great cafes, interesting shops.
If you're up for an adventure further afield, the nearby national parks are perfect for outdoor adventures, from bushwalking to swimming and you can take the Boonoo Boonoo Falls walking track to a waterfall that drops 210 metres into a gorge, and enjoy eye-popping panoramas in Bald Rock National Park.
Don't forget to bring your camera!
PS: If you require a quicker response to questions than via the inbox message my mobile number;
zero four zero seven five nine four two zero one .
Thanks
Campfires
from
AU$49
/ night
Recent reviews from the Hipcamp community
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Dale
2 weeks ago
8 m pop-up camper
With kids
Beautiful spot with everything we needed to make out stay comfortable and enjoyable.
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Amy
3 weeks ago
6 m pop-up camper
With pets
We’ve stayed before, so this was a return visit. And just as beautiful as ever. The site is well maintained, the little bathroom has everything you need and the views and sunsets from the rocky area just spectacular. We had another great stay here.
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Steven
3 weeks ago
8 m travel trailer
With pets
Fantastic site the perfect place to rest and forget about the world.
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Sharon
3 weeks ago
5 m travel trailer
With pets
Great spot wonderful fire pit at camp 2 private and dog friendly great walks very nice spot reasonably priced as well would definitely come again next time with all the family
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B
December 2025
Tent
Fantastic private camping spot with all the amenities you could want and free firewood!
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Teneale
October 2025
Tent
Group trip
Another amazing stay at Farrup camp! Top location and camping amenities. Lovely host. Will be back.
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Mon
October 2025
4 m Class B
Secluded camp with the most impressive site: amazing views from the short walk to the massive boulder! Shower, toilet and firewood such a bonus.
Thank you - already booked again.
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Daniel
October 2025
Tent
The camping is good, you need explore surrounding the national park, many wine farms. Peace is the word of describe!
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Ivan
October 2025
Tent
Group trip
Beautiful property, great camp kitchen and cows were gorgeous
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Annabel
October 2025
Tent
Beautiful, peaceful spot with camp kitchen equipped with lots of useful things. Limited reception which was perfect to switch off for a few days. Friendly cows (who did keep their distance but were curious) are and added bonus. Close enough to all the nice things to see around Stanthorpe. Would highly recommend!
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Sylvia
October 2025
Tent
Such a beautiful and peaceful space all to yourself. Heaps of room to choose the best spot to put your tent, really good amenities and *hot* shower!
Oh, and the rock. That rock that I never wanted to leave, I could have sat and watched the evening roll in forever.
Absolutely recommend this spot. If you can get yourself a few days off, come here! Stop at a winery, buy a bottle, and sit on the rock as the sun sets. Perfect.
Andrew was so accommodating and prompt with communication. Easy and enjoyable.
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Ezekiel
October 2025
Tent
Group trip
Was a lovely stay. Very nice and very private. Will definitely have to come back.
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Bay
September 2025
6 m pop-up camper
With kids
We always have a beautiful time at McKenzie Glen. It’s just so peaceful and scenic. Fires, cold weather, kangaroos, rosellas and more.
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Scott
September 2025
5 m pop-up camper
Private and secluded site. The sunsets and stars are mindblowing
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Tanieqa
September 2025
9 m travel trailer
With pets
Absolutely loved our stay! Will 100% stay again and it’s soo easy to contact the host if u have questions about ur stay
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Tanieqa
September 2025
9 m travel trailer
With pets
What an amazing private spot to enjoy camping with basically no reception (just enough to make a phone call and receive msgs in certain areas with Telstra run services). And only a few minutes from Girraween National Park!
My friends and I had an absolutely amazing time at this Hipcamp and would stay again! Thankyou so much to the Host Andrew who kept in contact to check up on us as we had a 10 day stay. And was easy to contact when I had questions prior to booking and before arrival!
Was certainly a gem and we look forward to hopefully staying again 👌
Thanks so much Andrew 👏🏼
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Dirk
September 2025
Tent
Camp kitchen setup works really well and makes things a lot easier. Great location to use as a base to explore surrounding areas or just to relax and take in the location. Highly recommended.
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Natasha
August 2025
Tent
With pets
What a wonderful peaceful paradise easy to find lovely and quite and close enough to town when you forget that essential ingredients for your camp cook up
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Madeleine
August 2025
Tent
With pets
Great views. Plenty of local wildlife. Close to the national Park and great food and wineries. The toilets and shower were lovely.
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Ben
August 2025
Tent
Group trip
I love this place.
It was my second time coming here, and I hope to come back many more times.
I'd like to encourage all future campers to take a few minutes at the end of your trip to pick up as much rubbish as you can find. Leave it better than you found it, and let's keep this beautiful spot in good condition <3
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