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Woodland Scrub Block
1 site · RV, Tent75 acres · Bowhill, SA
Situated on Goondooloo Rd, this property offers 75 acres of beautiful mallee scrub to get away, to relax with friends, or head out on your own if you’re looking for some solitude.
Campground is flat terrain, suitable for simply swagging it around the campfire or plenty of room for setting up camper trailers or caravans.
You’ll love the spectacular night sky on a clear night under the Milky Way.
The campground features a long drop toilet just a short walk from campground, as well as a shelter structure with some basic cooking and camping tools available for you to use.
There is a large campfire fire as well as a small cooking fire pit, rainwater on tap during the wet season, and plenty of firewood for you to collect and use during camping (a saw for cutting wood is provided)
Plenty of room to walk and explore, space galore for children to play and climb trees and plenty of timber lying around to build tee pees.
Just 10 mins to the Murray River at Bowhill with boat ramp, playground with bbq facilities, public toilets, RV dump point, rubbish bins and the well loved Bowhill General Store for all your grocery needs, morning coffee, meals and kind hospitality.
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Waterfront Holiday Park
116 sites · Lodging, RVs, Tents25 acres · Tailem Bend, SA
The very friendly park on the Murray River …. Welcome to Waterfront Holiday Park at Tailem Bend. Our Campgrounds, Accommodation, and access roads are all Flood Safe! We’re the perfect stop-off point if you’re traveling from Melbourne or Sydney to Adelaide…or … The perfect Basecamp for short trips, with most places of interest surrounding Adelaide much easier to access without traffic lights from our location just 50 minutes from the city. We can offer you all the facilities you need to make your stay stress free with our easygoing approach. With large sites, stay hitched up if you wish…… Room to Relax.
Well-behaved pets are welcome.
With big shady trees and awesome views of the Murray River, Waterfront Holiday Park is the perfect place to just relax and unwind. With no jumping castles or playgrounds onsite, adult relaxation is our focus.
The Park’s privately owned river frontage includes a boating harbor and boat ramp which is perfect for a morning paddle or water skiing all day.
Our backwater is also home to many birds including swans, ducks, pelicans, and many more.
Within short driving distance are major attractions including The Bend Motorsport Park, Old Tailem Town, Monarto Safari Park, The Coorong, and The National Motor Museum.
The Barossa, Adelaide Hills, and Langhorne Creek wine regions with many quality cellar doors in each area.
In Tailem Bend town center you will be delighted at the quality of food and coffee at numerous locally owned and operated cafes, restaurants, bakery, and hotels.
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Pymbroke
3 sites · RVs, Tents79 acres · Rockleigh, SA
Our property is located in the rocky outcrops of the Bremer
Ranges and is
on the Bremer River in Rockleigh.
This site was once a overnight yard for the sheep farmers who were passing through the area.
We have three separate locations for campers to choose from. The Gums-
surrounded by small gum trees right near the Bremer River. The Carob- this site is situated
further back from the river and is surrounded by mulberry trees. Lastly we have The Sticks- this site is behind the scrubby bushed and
requires tight access and is more suited to tents and swags.
The decent into camp is quite narrow and steep so please drive carefully.
We are 45 minute drive
from the Lavender Federation Trail which is a popular walking track in the region.
We are only 30 minutes drive from
Monarto Conservation Park
which is a popular spot for walking trails and picnics. Monarto is also home to a Safari Park which is the largest Safari Park in Australia and home to lots of interesting animals.
We have a toilet available but please BYO toilet paper. From the 15th April fire are allowed. & portable firepits are available for your use Sorry, not pets.
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Stockyard Plains, The Riverland
8 sites · RVs, Tents1000 acres · Murbko, SA
The Riverland is an amazing place to visit, full of so many surprises! The variety in the landscape, from harsh limestone plains to beautiful rolling sandhills, to the beauty of the Murry River. There is so much wildlife to see especially when it comes to bird watching! And the area is full of history! In every town you will discover many historical facts and buildings, machines etc. We even have histroy right here on our property!-ruins of an old school. Oh, do I hear you love taking your horse out for trail rides? Well, here's the perfect place for that too!
At the campsite - approx 2km away from the farmhouse - you have the privilege of being surrounded by natural scrublands and habitats on the plains. See our mallee, acacias, sugar woods, grevilleas, honeyeaters, wrens, finches, kangaroos, emus & more. And don't forget the stars!! Our night sky is amazing due to very low light interference. At times, wake up to the sounds of sheep bleating and drinking from the trough a few hundred meters away.
We have a central campfire area for each site and a double sink connected to river water for washing up and a large prep area on sites 1 & 2. Also on site 1 & 2, just a short walk from the camp fire is an outdoor flushing toilet with hand basin-a luxury for a station stay!
Often there are things happening on the farm. Feel welcome to ask if there is anything you can be a part of to add to your holiday experience! We may be moving sheep, shearing, crutching, fencing, feeding the farm animals, milking our house goats etc. Even come for a horse ride (further info in 'Extras")!
Well behaved dogs are welcome, but please discuss this with us prior to booking and they must be on a lead at all time.
Sites are family friendly. Please let us know if you have children so we can accommodate the pricing. We want you to have the best camp experience!
If you are camping with friends, why not do a Group Booking? You will find this if you search "Stockyard Plains Group Booking" in the search bar.
Come and get away from the hustle and bustle of the city and relax and unwind in quiet of our county property.
Please follow us on FB - Stockyard Plains Camping
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You Tube - S.A. Riverland Farming with the Olly's
Nearest towns:
Blanchetown - 20min
Waikerie - 25 min
Morgan - 45min
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Adelaide Hills Magical Retreat
4 sites · RVs, Tents25 acres · Balhannah, SA
Located on 25 acres of beautiful bushland, a chestnut tree grove and paddocks with stunning views you will find our magical retreat.
There are 4 sites to choose from, all peaceful spots with an abundance of natural wildlife plus a family of deer who often visit.
We are just 15 minutes drive from Mount Lofty where you can enjoy some of the many trails available and see cascading waterfalls, scenic gorges and lush fern gullies brimming with bush birds and wildflowers.
There are a number of great wineries in the area all with excellent wines and local produce you can enjoy. We also have several gin distilleries.
We are a short walk to Wotton's Scrub (Kenneth Stirling Conservation Park) and close to Hahndorf, Oakbank and Stirling.
Campers must be self contained with their own camping toilet and water and take all rubbish with them on departure. Pets are welcome but must be kept on a leash.
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The Valley of Eden - Barossa
1 site · RV, Tent160 acres · Eden Valley, SA
A working cattle farm with beautiful Poll Hereford cattle roaming the 160-acre block. The Marne River flows down through the block with ancient indigenous canoe trees dotted along the river which flows for approx 10 months of the year. Walk to the the top of the block for 180 degree views of Eden Valley and surrounds. Your booking will give you exclusive rights to camping, so no need to worry about noisy neighbours!
Canoe Trees and the Marne River
Take a stroll along the river, looking for canoe trees. First Nations people of the lower Murray River formerly made large canoes from the bark of Red Gum trees. They used canoes to transport goods and move long distances along the river system.
The Marne River in southeast South Australia starts below Eden Valley at an elevation of 366m and ends at an elevation of 5.06m flowing into the River Murray.
The Marne River drops around 361m over its 69.5km length.
https://www.acmi.net.au/works/111350--aboriginal-canoe-trees-of-the-murray/
History of Eden Valley
The land of the Ngadjuri People, Traditional Owners of the Eden Valley region.
South Australia’s beautiful Eden Valley, known as the garden of grapes and gums, is one of Australia’s premier cool climate wine regions characterised by its rugged beauty and varied topography.
Eden Valley was named by the surveyors of the area after they found the word "Eden" carved into a tree. The beautiful rolling hills of the region create a natural diversity in mesoclimate determined by altitude, aspect and slope, which also naturally impacts the soil type. It is therefore critical to match the correct grape variety and site. Overall, the region is characterised by cooler conditions than its famous neighbour, the Barossa Valley, and as such the final stages of ripening and harvesting take place in cooler temperatures.
Eden Valley wines are distinctive in their character, displaying wonderful aromatics, elegance, complexity and finesse.
Eden Valley shares a proud German heritage with it's neighbour the Barossa Valley, collectively known as the Barossa region. English and German immigrants settled here in the early to mid-19th century, establishing the township in the 1860s.
With a wine-making history dating back to 1847, Eden Valley is home to some of the world’s oldest Shiraz and Riesling vineyards.
We are a family of 5 with 3 children who love to explore and learn about the history of the places we visit. So, we hope you enjoy this little snippet!
Please note: May 2024 - As it as been the driest summer in over 100 years please be mindful of your fire even after fire ban has lifted. Make sure you have a shovel and adequate water incase of a spreading fire. Clear a nice patch around your comfort fire, until we have green grass again in winter! Due to the dry conditions we have had to move our stock from this paddock as the dams have dried up. They will be back soon as will the full creeks and dams!
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Chestnut Grove
1 site · RV, Tent25 acres · Basket Range, SA
Set on a hillside plateau within a fruit and nut orchard , the single campsite provides a sheltered area with plenty of wildlife to let you know you are out of suburbia ( eg wedge tail eagles, rosellas , cockatoos , blue wrens and some resident kangaroos ...
( you may also see a koala . ( however drop bears are almost extinct here ) )
Why travel more than you have to to escape Adelaide and get back to basics? You can set up camp and be sipping a wine or hot drink in the grove tranquility in less than an hour from most suburbs .
Interstaters, this is 15 mins from Magill and about 40 mins to the CBD / some small caravans ok .. its a world away but a close option, sorry no power .
Rove on the property or Rock climb at nearby Morialta falls / Cleland / Mt Lofty or use the Grove as a base to Rove along the nearby Heysen trail , the many bakeries , eateries , wineries, breweries and distilleries nearby . Visit Marble Hill residence on open days, or any of the many events Adelaide hills has on offer. ( Medieval fair / Adelaide rally / SALA / bay to Birdwood / Anzac to name a few )
Enjoy a complimentary box of Marble Hill Water on arrival ... Roast some chestnuts * over the campfire or gather some wild blackberries* , or mushrooms *. ( * in season ) .
Pls Note Guests are provided a basis toilet / waste disposal area and your self contained outdoor showers are welcome . LPG bottles , some essential camp supplies ( inc marshmallows ) are available to purchase via eft once on site .
Pet waste must be removed and any onsite rubbish must be placed in the roadside wheelie bin on departure .
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Gum Gully Heights, Rockleigh SA
8 sites · RVs, Tents83 acres · Rockleigh, SA
A GREAT WINTER CAMPING SPOT !
Gum Gully was the name of the gully where the original settlers met for local church worship under a large gum tree. This campsite is located Eastern Adelaide hills & adjacent to Lavender Federation Trail. Kangaroos can be seen at sunrise & at dusk.
Local article by Murray Valley Standard:
https://www.murrayvalleystandard.com.au/story/7833578/local-campsite-evolving-into-something-bigger/?cs=356
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Cockatoo Valley Tiny Vacations
7 sites · RVs, Tents23 acres · Cockatoo Valley, SA
This 20 acre property is dedicated to our horses, dogs and talking birds and relaxing!
We have recently moved to 19D Cockatoo Valley so it's just the beginning.
Tranquil and relaxing with local wildlife is what we offer you.
You are welcome to wander down the hill into the big paddock and get a close up view of the big Solar tracking system that services the property, and continue on and explore the scrub area where many native birds come and go including kookaburras.
The line of trees planted in the gully area are dedicated koala forage trees so also wander down there and have a look and see if you can spot one.
Our sheep may run up to you if they think you have something for them to eat. Cut apples or carrots into pieces the size of a 5 cent coin for them to eat.
There are horses in paddocks toward the dam where wild ducks hang out, and you are also very welcome to say hello to them, but please do not enter their paddocks OR feed them. There are raceways between paddocks to continue your walk up the raceways to see the horses if they are out of view at their gates. Beware of the electric fencing though, it hurts if you touch it!
We now have some very friendly chooks and turkeys that LOVE to say hello and be hand fed. Small amount of bread or preferably small chopped up pieces of apple, carrot, grapes and watermelon!
In time we will have them in a separate area like a petting zoo where you can come and go and sit quietly and enjoy interacting with them. Adult supervision please and no chasing them. Wait for them to approach you please. A family of magpies will enjoy any meat scraps you leave for them too.
Camp anywhere on the right hand side as you drive in via the automatic opening gate which you will be given access to once we have added your mobile number to the system after you have booked. We are currently planting more native shrubs and trees in this area to encourage even more bird life plus provide future windbreaks. From this area you will see the most spectacular sunsets and be able to have an open campfire during winter season.
Take a short drive down Goldsfield Rd to the Mining Museum and hiking trails. A few KM's towards Williamstown stop in and see the Whispering Wall, built between 1899 and 1903, for its time of construction the dam was deemed a revolutionary engineering marvel. Sounds and voices, even a whisper can be clearly heard at the other end of the dam more then 100 meters away.
Continue on through Williamstown and hire a kayak and explore the Warren Reservoir with the resident pelicans. The Warren reservoir was built on the South Para River between 1914 and 1916. Mt Crawford forest is then another short drive on where you can hike, ride and picnic and be guaranteed to see kangaroos in their natural habitat.
We are also ideally located being at the gateway to numerous wineries, take your e-bike and explore the towns in the Barossa Valley which are linked with rose lined bitumen trails, explore the shops, cafes and enjoy delectable food, stop in at the Lavender Farm, treat yourself to a scenic flights with Barossa Helicopters or challenge yourself at Barossa Bowland and fantastic themed Dinosaur mini golf just to name even more options!
Less than 10 minute drive from our front gate will have you at the lovely town of Lyndoch where the local IGA is a handy stop for those emergency essentials as well as the local bakery, craft shop, pub, post office, Lord of Lyndoch restaurant, Table Cafe Kies winery for starters. 10 Minures the other direction will see you at a new suburb Springwood which has a variety of shops and a Chemist, couple minutes further will have you at the lovely town of Gawler. The visitor center here is also home to local artists to exhibit their works.
As you can see, you have plenty of options to tailor your stay to suit the type of experience you are after.
No responsibility taken for any injury or accident to Campers, their property and pets while camping at Tiny Vacations. Pets are welcome but must be under control, dogs on a lead at all times due to stock onsite and neighboring properties. Veterinary costs/wound care costs etc to any stock caused by campers pets will be at the owners cost.
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Lambert’s Little Paradise
4 sites · Lodging, RVs3 acres · Altona, SA
‘Lamberts Little Paradise’ welcomes fully self-contained caravans or campers to our site. We are located 2kms on the outskirt of the historic township of Lyndoch, for the perfect space to enjoy a get away and unwind from the daily hustle of life.
Lyndoch is located only 1 hours drive from Adelaide via Gawler and Elizabeth and is nestled in the heart of South Australia’s vineyard country.
Within the wine touring country you can also enjoy family run cafes’, helicopter sight-seeing tours, local hiking tracks, bike trails, local markets, antique stores and so much more.
Features:
• 2 caravan pads with water and power connection available
• Comfortable studio that can sleep up to 5 guests.
• A dump point
• Full access to the solar heated- swimming pool and surrounds
• Wifi
• Transport available upon request
• Events are welcome with prior booking knowledge (Please communicate with host prior to booking)
People with disabilities are well catered for including:
• Disability pool hoist
• Support workers available upon request
Don’t delay – Book today.
Please note... This is a private property only catering for two fully self-sufficient caravans at a time, plus guests in our studio, so if you would like to stay in a very quiet location on the 3-acre property in the Barossa Valley without the hassle of a caravan park and no privacy this is the spot for you. Pets are welcome (caravan spots only, not the studio)!
Checkout is at 10am unless otherwise discussed and agreed upon. A cancelation fee applies for late checkout.
Each site can only take one caravan so if you have two caravans you will need to book the second site also.
‘Lamberts little paradise’ is the perfect location to enjoy the experience that is the ‘Barossa Valley’.
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Brookside Farm
1 site · RV, Tent85 acres · Bugle Ranges, SA
Just 5 kms from Mt Barker, this 85 acre working horse property offers sweeping views across the Bugle Ranges from a sweeping hilltop site.
There is a natural creek with a concreted bridge crossing, beautiful post and rail fencing and pastures with old big gum trees. Your campsite is enclosed by fencing on a hilltop.
Wake up to the sunrise over the ranges, overlooking green fields of horses and spring foals grazing. Please note that this is a working farm, so the horses will be handled by staff during the day, but your campsite will no be disturbed.
If you are seeking to unplug and love horses, Brookside is perfect for you!
FINDING THE CAMPSITE:
1. Enter the property through the main gate
2. Turn LEFT after getting through the gate
3. Go ~200m along the gravel road, crossing over a small concreted bridge
4. Continue ~100m up the hill after the cross
5. Turn RIGHT at the Y Junction (away from the house to the LEFT)
6. Follow the laneway up the Hill for ~ 350m, until you reach a gateway at the Hilltop site.
7. Park and camp anywhere in the mowed hilltop area, staying within the fenced after after the gate.
Any questions, please message us!
THINGS TO KNOW:
1. WORKING FARM- This is a working farm, meaning livestock, machines and owners are sometimes at work elsewhere on the property during daylight hours (including weekends).
2. CAMP AREA- You must keep to the designated campsite- do cross fences, enter paddocks, go into outbuildings, climb on machinery or interact with the livestock.
3. HORSES- there are stallions, foals and pregnant mares on the property, which can be unpredictable and sometimes defensive. Please DO NOT feed, pat or go into the yards with any horses for your own safety.
4. CFS & PETS- Strictly NO campfires due to bushfire risks and NO pets due to biosecurity for farm animals.
5. PHOTOS- Photography is welcome of the landscape and outlook, but we request no photos of people and our working operations. No drones please.
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Mallee Farm Paddocks
2 sites · RVs, Tents20 acres · Halidon, SA
The Mallee Farm Paddocks feature a natural landscape with both cleared land and mallee bush land. There is flat area, high ground or a natural hollow area all accessible by vehicle. Campers here will need to be fully self-sufficient with their own toilet/shower and cooking amenities. Pets are welcome (off leash), campfires permitted (outside of fireban season), there is a picnic table and rubbish facilities for you to use.
The Mallee region is one of the driest places in the driest inhabited continent in the world. The nearby Murray River is the life-blood of our region, providing essential water. Our region is harsh yet it is amazingly beautiful. 🏕🏞
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Star Hosts in Bowhill
Camping near Bowhill with hiking guide
Overview
Looking to escape the city and immerse yourself in the great outdoors? Hipcamp has you covered with over 180 available camping options near Bowhill, South Australia. Whether you're a fan of pitching a tent or prefer something a bit more luxurious, there's a campsite to suit your accommodation preference. With stunning locations like Tarlee - Serenity, Breakaway Farmstay, and Pymbroke (with 194, 158, and 96 reviews respectively), you'll find peace and tranquility in nature's embrace. Enjoy popular amenities like campfires, potable water, and the freedom to bring your furry friends along. And with activities such as boating, off-roading (OHV), and swimming available, there's no shortage of adventure to be had. At an average price of $25 per night (with options as low as $8), camping near Bowhill, South Australia offers an affordable and unforgettable outdoor experience.
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Hipcamp acknowledges the Traditional Custodians of country throughout Australia and their connections to land, sea and community. We pay our respect to Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Elders past, present and future and extend that respect to all Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples today.