The best campgrounds near Wollongong, New South Wales with surfing

Looking to combine your love for surfing with the great outdoors? Look no further than Hipcamp, the go-to website for camping in Australia. With over 180 options near Wollongong, New South Wales, you'll have no trouble finding the perfect campsite to catch some waves. Whether you're a beginner or a seasoned pro, there's a campsite for you. Check out top campsites like Otford Park by the Royal National (97 reviews), Woodenhead Experiences (97 reviews), and Lakestead Farm (83 reviews) to see why they're highly recommended. With facilities like campfires, showers, and potable water, you'll have everything you need for a comfortable camping experience. So grab your surfboard and get ready for an unforgettable adventure!

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Top-rated campgrounds

Looking to combine your love for surfing with the great outdoors? Look no further than Hipcamp, the go-to website for camping in Australia. With over 180 options near Wollongong, New South Wales, you'll have no trouble finding the perfect campsite to catch some waves. Whether you're a beginner or a seasoned pro, there's a campsite for you. Check out top campsites like Otford Park by the Royal National (97 reviews), Woodenhead Experiences (97 reviews), and Lakestead Farm (83 reviews) to see why they're highly recommended. With facilities like campfires, showers, and potable water, you'll have everything you need for a comfortable camping experience. So grab your surfboard and get ready for an unforgettable adventure!

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Top-rated campgrounds

1. Misty Mountain Farm - Farm Stay

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51km from Wollongong · 27 sites · Tents, RVs · Coolangatta, NSW

There are camp sites to suit your group of: 2, 4, 6 or up to 12 people (Book extra if required, your group will be allocated together) - Camp sites 11 -12 are for group bookings - 4-12 guests Misty Mountain Farm is a family run working beef cattle property and horse training facility situated at the base of picturesque Coolangatta Mountain. Camp grounds are well maintained grass paddocks surrounded by beautiful picturesque scenery. Campfires are permitted when local restrictions are not in place. - Fire pits can be provided. - Firewood for cooking is supplied. - Firewood can be purchased upon arrival 20kg bag @ $20. LOCAL THINGS TO DO: - Coolangatta Estate Winery cellar door wine tasting and restaurant is next door (First settlement on the south coast) - Local wineries: Mountain Ridge, Two Figs, Silos, Crooked River, Cambewarra. - Bangalay Restaurant is a multi award winning regional restaurant. - Heads Hotel Pub (offers courtesy bus from camp ground and return) - Berry (15 minutes) - Jervis Bay (45 minutes) - Boating and Fishing on Shoalhaven River - Dog friendly 7 mile beach (north of the surf club) - Jamberoo Action Park (40 minutes) Shoalhaven Heads (5 minutes) has: IGA, Chemist, Bottle Shop, Butcher, Bakery, Pizza takeaway, Chinese takeaway, Heads Hotel, Bowling Club, Dr's surgery and more *NOTE: You must provide your own portaloo and dispose of using a sewerage reticulation system or at a waste or resources management facility. Horse Riding - we are on FB - Misty Mountain Equestrian. - Lessons and property trail rides from beginners to advanced. - $120/hr property ride, $90/40min lesson, $60/half hr pony rides - Pricing is per person - Horse agistment - Camp with your horse. Horse $25/night - Qualified and accredited EA L1G Coach and Qualified Veterinary Nurse on site

2. Otford Park nr Royal National Park

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25km from Wollongong · 3 sites · Tents, RVs · Otford, NSW

Otford is a historic village in a valley between Sydney and Wollongong, and bounded by the Pacific ocean. Our private acreage backs onto the southern tip of the Royal National Park, so the outlook from the campsite is all leafy trees. Walk to lookouts over the ocean, hike down to the beach or a few minutes drive to dog friendly beaches. Our bathroom and kitchen facilities make it an easy experience for first time campers. We are well-behaved-dog-friendly BUT you must let us know in advance. Our access track to the camping sites has been repaired with a deep layer of asphalt but still best suited to 4WD. The majority of standard 2WD cars manage the track fine There is also the option of parking roadside, and walking in approx 300m to the sites. Please message us if unsure about your vehicle. IMPORTANT PLEASE READ 1. Please let us know if you are bringing a dog/dogs - we have horses, house dogs, chickens and; wildlife plus likely other campers close by, so need to be forewarned. Dogs must be on lead or contained at all times. 2. If you need to camp out of your 4WD RV (such as a roof top tent), please contact me before booking to ensure those two particular vehicle sites are still available :) and that your vehicle is suitable for our track. Maximum length is approx 5m. Please scroll through the photos to see our amenities and camping sites. 3. We limit the number of people staying at any one time, so weekends book up quickly. That said, due to Covid and weather, people often cancel at the last minute too, so if we are currently booked out, it's always worthile checking again closer to the date for any availability. We are on acreage (approx 7 acres) in Otford, surrounded by forest, backing onto the very southern end of the Royal National Park Sydney/Wollongong. Sleep under the stars, and to the hoot of our local owls, and yips of the gorgeous feather-tail gliders. Lovely, peaceful and private in a bushland backdrop but so close and just a hike to famous sites, beaches, cafes and bushwalking - so the perfect spot to stop, unpack and then go exploring. Max of 3 camp sites booked at a time. Each camp site is within shouting distance of each other, so if looking for absolute privacy, please talk to me first. As bookings come throu

3. Currambene Creek Farm

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66km from Wollongong · 4 sites · Tents, RVs, Lodging · Falls Creek, NSW

The farm is a rolling 17 acres with Currambene Creek making up the property's northern boundary. We have an abundance of native birds, kangaroos, and a few wombats. Our primary purpose here is horse agistment, with four horses currently on the farm, along with 12 lovely chickens that free range during the day. The farm is a beautiful haven to take a stroll and explore, enjoy a peaceful breakfast in the gentle mornings, or sit and enjoy wine and cheese at the end of the day as the sun goes down. We are located 15 minutes from the local beaches and a little bit further to get to the Huskisson township with the famous Husky pub, 5 Pigs Cafe, and various other restaurants and cafes.

4. Little Cat Oasis Garden Glamping

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79km from Wollongong · 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.

Stories from the community

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Kelly

5 days ago

7 m travel trailer

With kids

3 nights at Currambene Creek Farm

We had such a fantastic 3 night stay. Kirsty was an incredible host & very accommodating. Our kids went for a ride on the ATV, collected eggs and we watched the horses being ridden around the paddock. A beautiful property with a short driving distance to the beach.

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Anne

2 weeks ago

Tent

1 night at Otford Park nr Royal National Park

Peaceful, beautiful, very reasonably equipped and prompt response times. Entry driveway a little scary for my small 2WD hatchback, but I got used to it.

Levi watching the horses in next paddock

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Linda

2 weeks ago

4 m Class B

With pets

1 night at Misty Mountain Farm - Farm Stay

Levi my pup and myself enjoyed an overnight stay with lovely views of mountain and vineyard. Plenty of room. Close to pet friendly Shoalhaven beach.

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Ingelise

2 weeks ago

Tent

With pets

1 night at Otford Park nr Royal National Park

Great space! Lots of room. Kitchen facilities, toilet and shower amenities made the camping experience so easy. Even took the opportunity to have an outdoor tub time! Easy to find with great communication from Natasha and only an hour from home. This was the perfect space for a first time camping with our dog.

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Klaas

2 weeks ago

Tent

Group trip

Weekend Trip to Otford Park nr Royal National Park

A great natural hideaway close to Sydney. Great facilities which made camping easy.

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Claudia

3 weeks ago

Tent

With pets

Weekend Trip to Otford Park nr Royal National Park

We loved staying at the Otford Park nr Royal National Park. It had above and beyond amenities for a camping experience, very private, beautiful fire pit and gorgeous surroundings. We felt very comfortable here.

Flattened area above arena available for tent only dwellers (site 3 or 4) Can park car nearby

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Gudrun

November 2025

Tent

With pets

2 nights at Otford Park nr Royal National Park

We loved the stunning rain forest around the site and the protected tent site. The camp kitchen and amenities also tea stood out. Thank you, Natasha , for a really nice experience Gudrun

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Jack

November 2025

5 m car

1 night at Otford Park nr Royal National Park

Beautiful spot tucked away in the bush, great facilities, would definitely come back!

Arthur

November 2025

Tent

Weekend Trip to Otford Park nr Royal National Park

Tent camping was really peaceful, Natasha was really responsive and organised. Facilities here are great.

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Dee

October 2025

7 m travel trailer

4 nights at Currambene Creek Farm

Kirsty was very welcoming and friendly. The camp site was lovely, shady, lots of bird life and roos. We enjoyed the place to ourselves, so very private. Thank you Kirsty. Would definitely recommend.

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Simon

October 2025

6 m travel trailer

Weekend Trip to Misty Mountain Farm - Farm Stay

Quiet and private. Close to Berry and beaches. Highly recommended.

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Madeleine

October 2025

Tent

Weekend Trip to Otford Park nr Royal National Park

Perfect location- secluded, surrounded by nature. The kitchen / toilet facilities are cute and eco friendly. Natasha was kind and helpful. I am definitely going to make this a regular site to visit and bring my Labrador with me. Highly recommend!!

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Gareth

October 2025

Tent

With pets

1 night at Misty Mountain Farm - Farm Stay

Fantastic place! Out of north wind. So peaceful love it every time

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Alison

October 2025

7 m travel trailer

With pets

1 night at Misty Mountain Farm - Farm Stay

We really liked staying at Misty Mountain Farm. We had a great site with a fire pit included. Mark was extremely helpful and friendly. Will be back in the future.

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Brooke

October 2025

7 m pop-up camper

Weekend Trip to Currambene Creek Farm

Lovely spot to camp. Lots of wildlife around. Quiet and peaceful and beautiful weather even through the night.

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chhavi

October 2025

Tent

1 night at Otford Park nr Royal National Park

Natasha was very friendly and even the location was very peaceful

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Daniel

October 2025

7 m travel trailer

Weekend Trip to Misty Mountain Farm - Farm Stay

Great Spot, plenty of space between each site. Fire pits provided, easy access for our van! Will definitely be back.

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Sue

October 2025

6 m travel trailer

5 nights at Currambene Creek Farm

Camping diwn near the creek was private, lots of bird life, shady. Easy access to surrounding activities I can highly recommend 88 Parma Rd Falls Ck.

Rebecca & Stuart

October 2025

5 m car

With pets

1 night at Otford Park nr Royal National Park

We stayed at Natasha's property as a stopover while traveling from the North Coast of NSW to the South Coast. It was the perfect halfway place for us to recharge. The warm shower was nice and the level ground perfect. Would have liked to have stayed longer to explore the area. Natasha was prompt in replying to my messages which was very much appreciated.

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Tom

October 2025

Tent

With pets

Weekend Trip to Otford Park nr Royal National Park

Lovely spot, we missed where we were supposed to setup initially but once we got ourselves into the right spot had a very pleasant night. Great location with Stanwell Park township just down the road.