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Verity
2 days ago
Tent
With pets
Down by the Hawkesbury is a rare find and recommended. Lots of positives - lovely hosts, easy access for all vehicle types, private and spacious area to use right above the river (complete with amazing sunsets), massive undercover area with lots of lighting options (general and party string lights) plus power points, a “mini amenity block” with washing up area, flushing toilet and shower (super hot water).
We spent four nights there, me in my bell tent with my dog and my parents in Mabel (the vintage caravan). Mabel is super cute, super comfortable and even has air-con.
Please note, depending on where you pitch your tent, if you are a light sleeper, you may hear sounds carrying across the water at night. If you are sensitive to this (like me) bring your usual ear plugs, ear phones etc. just in case. I used mine only two nights, but thought it best to mention for anyone similar. Not an issue if staying in Mabel, or your own camper-van / caravan.
The main ground area is really well kept - bindi free, actual lawn! It is soft under foot and nice to sit down on. Access to the river is via constructed steps, so bring your fishing gear if that’s your thing (no luck for Dad, just two eels, that were thrown back)
Nature is right there to enjoy - the river, trees, birdlife, a couple of Water-Dragons and Blue-Tongues that passed by somedays… vivid sunsets and bright stars at night.
Not far from townships of Pitt Town and Windsor if you need camp supplies or some take-away food.
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Julio
6 days ago
5 m Class B
Group trip
It is the easiest and most convenient location for our group. Quick getaway weekend!
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Beck
1 week ago
8 m travel trailer
With pets
You will not find a better spot within two hours on Sydney. I’m reluctant to share how good it is in fear of it being booked out next time we go. We went for a family catch up before Christmas. Even though it was a 40 degree weekend it didn’t feel like it under the beautiful shady trees. The river, though busy with boats on the hottest weekend of the year offered a quick refresh in a floating tube.
Megan the host was fantastic, responsive and warm. The property itself is immaculate. Beautiful sunsets, My Brother hired Mabel the vintage caravan for the two nights and loved lt.
It was the perfect weekend. Thank you so much Megan.
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Meg
3 weeks ago
Tent
With kids
We had a great stay here. Cath was very welcoming and the site was exactly as described. Such a peaceful spot with beautiful Bush walks nearby too. Highly recommend!
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Tracey
November 2025
5 m pop-up camper
With pets
This is the 3rd time our group of 20 have stayed here. Just as amazing as the last times. It's so relaxing and spacious for a large group. The facilities great and awesome to explore the local area. This time it was exploring near by Bilpin with great markets and cider. Megan and her husband are fantastic hosts. We are already looking forward to our next stay
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Geoffrey
November 2025
Tent
With pets
Fantastic spot, everything you could ever ask for to make a camping experience wonderful. The owners have done an amazing job.
Would definitely recommend it and can't wait to go back there.
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Tom
November 2025
Tent
With kids
Beautiful quite spot, safe for kids with plenty of wildlife around to look at!
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Shaf
November 2025
Tent
Excellent location. Private + nice and open. Beautiful starry sky at night. We had a great 2 night stay.
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Adrian
November 2025
3 m pop-up camper
With kids
We’ve loved staying on a few different small farms as we travel around. Michaela’s farm is great. Nice and quiet. Lots of wildlife about as well to entertain the kids.
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Andrew
November 2025
Tent
With kids
Great spot, very private and well equipped with shade structure, water, pit toilet, tables, chairs, fireplace and firewood.
Great for a family or small group getaway.
Nice bushwalks nearby, also a dam for swimming.
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Martin
October 2025
Tent
The experience was perfect. The campsite is close to a stream and a pond, with a great fire pit and tap water , a large shed to enjoy leisure time, and a convenient toilet. There are also several excellent hiking trails nearby, where you can enjoy the natural beauty when the weather is nice. It's easy to get in and out, and you don't need a 4x4 to get there(i drive a suv). All in all, it was an unforgettable experience. Five stars recommended!
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Geoff
October 2025
3 m pop-up camper
Group trip
We just had the best weekend of camping at Down by the Hawkesbury. The site is so beautiful, and the facilities (particularly the undercover area) are excellent. The pizza oven had to change nationality for our curry night, so it could produce K & T’s amazing naan bread.
Our group all had a wonderful time and we are so looking forward to our next stay at the end of the year.
Thank you so much Megan and Trevor, you both made our stay so easy to arrange, and it was great when Trevor brought the dogs down to say hello.
We would certainly recommend Down by the Hawkesbury to others, but please don’t book it when we want to visit!!
Thanks again
From our whole group.
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Peter
October 2025
5 m travel trailer
Great place well kept, friendly host and the dam site is so tranquil waking up to the birdlife and falling asleep to the sound of frogs. Was a good base for our stay in Sydney
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Gavin
October 2025
2 m pop-up camper
I found this place to be extremely relaxing. Great bush walks lovely people will definitely be back.
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Peter
October 2025
5 m Class B
With pets
A beautiful spot to camp and such amazing amenities we’ve never stayed at a campsite like it and so private
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Leanne
October 2025
5 m pop-up camper
With pets
Loved camping here! Megan and Trevor provided all the essentials we needed! A warm shower, a toilet and a perfect hut with a gorgeous fireplace. Direct access to the water so the kids could splash. We will definitely return! Thanks so much guys!
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Susanna
October 2025
Tent
With kids
The perfect getaway! Me and my boys (age 6 and 8) had an amazing camp. Boys loved exploring the creek, swimming in the dam, fire at night, the rainforest walk, saying hi to the sheep and sleeping to the melody of the frogs. So great to just turn up with a tent + food and have everything else there for you. It was perfect. Thanks Cath!
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Trinity
October 2025
Tent
Group trip
Matt was very friendly and very helpful. Made the whole experience very easy. The camp site itself was great, plenty of space for the 8 cars we had with plenty of space between each camp. And we ordered 2 trailer loads of wood which was already set up near the fire which was amazing saved us having to do that too
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Richie
October 2025
10 m pop-up camper
Great spot! Close to Sydney but feels a world away. Top property and Matt is a very friendly and accommodating host.
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Maud
October 2025
Tent
With kids
We love the place, very peaceful, clean toilet and great fire pit, wood, table, chairs and weather protection. Josh was really helpful and got out of his way to fix one of the kids bike, so very much appreciated.
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