Camping in South Australia
Sun-blushed vineyards and outback plains stretch along the banks of the Murray River.
- South Australia
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Edgehill Farm Stays Riverton
25 sites · RVs, Tents200 acres · Riverton, Clare And Gilbert Valleys
Edgehill Camping is located between Barossa and Clare Valley, 7km out of Riverton, and 1 hour north of Adelaide. We run a sheep and cropping farm which creates beautiful camping grounds at the foot of the hills, just below the Heysen Trail.The campsites are located on the pasture paddocks of the farm with sheep roaming the area, occasionally. With large distances between other campers, each site can cater to large groups, with no close neighbours. The sites are at least 2km away from busy roads, so absolute peace and privacy!
There's a beautiful push bike ride from Riverton to Clare Valley and all the wineries are along the way. Plenty of room at the property for kids to ride their push bikes.
Fantastic sunsets and sunrises from all sites, beautiful bird noises, including the kookaburras having a laugh. There's a basic "long drop toilet" pit toilet located near the Gumtree paddock and 5 others shared, down close to the camping paddocks.
Great coffee, cafe, and pub meals are available in Riverton. IGA food store is open 7 days a week, and a lovely clothing Boutique, Sassy Lass, is also open most days.
Important Information to know before booking:All campers must check in BEFORE 8pm. If you are unable to arrive before 8pm, please make a booking for the following day instead.
Please supply your own wood. Strictly no chainsaws. generators only allowed on the unpowered sites. Pets are allowed, as long as they are controlled.
If you have day visitors joining you during your stay, please go to the extras section and add the numbers to the booking.
We also operate another Hipcamp situated 25km North of Robertstown, ideal for mostly 4WD and off road campers. If it may be of interest, please search Bright Burra Creek.
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Coober Pedy Views
13 sites · Lodging, RVs, Tents2 acres · Coober Pedy, Coober Pedy
Coober Pedy Views is located on the fringe of Coober Pedy and offers a unique outback camping experience for guests who are more adventurous and prefer privacy and a secure location. New Driveway is completed....
In 2019 I was sitting in my Alfresco Area feeling that the beauty offered in front of my property should be shared to people I thought might appreciate a different aspect to Coober. Since that time I have probably had 600+ guests enjoy what Coober Pedy Views has to offer.
Whilst it remains a rustic type setting, with campers needing to be SELF SUFFICIENT (NO PUBLIC AMMENITIES AVAILABLE) I can offer Power (subject to availability) to 6/8 sites.
Bookings can be made via Hipcamp.com and more information via WikiCamp.com
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Currawong Corner - Vans, RV & tents
12 sites · RVs, Tents86 acres · Palmer, Mid Murray
The bird-life is booming, the stars are doing their brilliant best, so now is a great time to visit.
The camp-ground is 2WD, caravan, RV and large vehicle friendly, nestled in behind sand-hills, comfortably secure and conveniently located a few hundred metres from the Mannum-Sedan road. Sites are well sheltered and easily accessible, with most sites suitable for larger vehicles. Where possible early check-in and late check-out are available to allow you the most time to enjoy your holiday.
With some 20 acres of undulating sandy mallee, and 60 acres of paddocks cultivated to grain crop, Currawong Corner provides a restful stopover.
Named after our resident Currawongs, a native bird often mistaken for the more common Magpie, we also regularly have kangaroo and many different bird species.
Located between the Barossa and the mighty Murray, Currawong Corner is situated within the River Murray Dark Sky Reserve, so bring your telescope to enjoy our night sky.
At this stage there are no toilet or shower facilities, accordingly all campers must provide their own toilet. Dump points are only about 15 minutes away, as are shops, pubs and fuel.
We can provide non-potable bore water by arrangement at the house. Camp-fires are at the discretion of the host and permission must be requested prior to lighting a fire. Pets are welcome but must not harass animals or other campers.
Please feel free to take a walk around the property but limit motor vehicles to the camp-ground only as various areas may be under either regeneration or cropping.
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Heggies Hill Bush Camp
10 sites · RVs, Tents50 acres · Tarcowie, Northern Areas
Bush camping in native South Australian scrubland. Wake up to breathtaking views of the Southern Flinders Ranges with sheep and cattle roaming in the surrounding paddocks. This is the perfect hub for day trips where travelers can explore the beauty of the Mid North and return for sunset and dinner around a campfire.
Pack your golf clubs! The scenic Tarcowie Golf Course is a 6 minute drive from the campsite.
Please note: each site has a picture included of the actual site, the other photos are general photos from Heggies Hill Bush Camp.
Check us out on Instagram @HeggiesHillBushCamp or Facebook! We love seeing photos from your stay with us.
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Pine Ridge
8 sites · RVs, Tents80 acres · Yahl, Grant
We have 80 acres of farm, approximately 15 minutes from town, not far from The Blue Lake.Sites are approx 20m x 20m, lined with trees perfect for pitching a tent, parking a van, camper trailer, RV, or even a bus! You can even bring your boat! We are only 25 minutes away from Port MacDonnell, put your boat in, go fishing or just enjoy the beach. One van/tent per site (unless negotiated prior). Our sites are all located in a back paddock, it's quiet and peaceful. We have sites available to cater for RVs, vans and tents.Must be self-contained and dogs are welcome if they are friendly and well behaved.
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Canunda Views
8 sites · RVs, Tents33 acres · Canunda, Wattle Range
Our property is located in Canuda, the terrain is hilly with several clear, flat spots good for camping. The entire 33 acres is available for you to explore on a nature walk. The property also has a bath with a hand pump from which you can pump beautiful clear drinking water. There may be some fine particles in the water which will settle or can be filtered out.
There are a number of good camping locations near the bath. Any clear area within the boundary is available to camp in.
Being a declared scrub block it is undisturbed and both brown and tiger snakes are present but if you leave them alone they will mind their own business.
Small fires are permitted, only where a fire ring exists and out of fire ban season. Check listing details for more information. Gas fires and BBQ are not permitted during total fireban.
The Canunda National Park is only a 4km drive from the property and has plenty of stunning beaches and beautiful walks you can enjoy. It is also a popular fishing spot and has some great 4WD tracks to explore.
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Heyson Base Camp
11 sites · RVs, Tents12355 acres · Willalo, Goyder
This property is a portion of a large working farm. We have cattle, sheep, cropping, and horses. The property is approx 12,000 acres with amazing ranges that sometimes see snow in winter.
Tent, Swag or Campervan at Heyson base camp. Enjoy the lovely Gum lined Dry Creek with blue stone ruins of times gone by.
Enjoy a short hike to the Wind Turbines and see up close how magnificent these green energy windmills work. Or enjoy a hike along the famous Heyson Trail at the top of the range. See the stars in all their glory whilst cuddling up in front of the camp fire. Wake up to grazing cattle, sheep and wildlife on a beautiful working farm.
The campsite is nestled amongst beautiful old gums and pine with sweeping views of the valley in front and a gorgeous range out the back. Plenty of Shade and places to explore.
Dogs on Lead only. Host approval required at booking.
Pit toilet available, BYO toilet paper.
Bin provided for waste. Please use this or take it home with you.
There are livestock on the property, please do not approach livestock unless Host is with you.
Just a short drive of 30 minutes to the town of Burra you can enjoy the Passport Key and see the rich heritage of the copper mining era. Jamestown is 25 minutes drive where you can explore the bundaleer forest or see the tesla battery.
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Stockyard Plains, The Riverland
8 sites · RVs, Tents1000 acres · Murbko, Loxton Waikerie
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 the ruins of an old school on our farm.
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, with iron plates for cooking over the open fire plus a double sink connected to river water for washing up and a large prep area. Just a short walk from camp is an outdoors flushing toilet with sink.
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 & cow etc. Even come for a horse ride!
And those who have horses are more than welcome to come, if you have your own yards and let us know this is what you'd like to do. We can lead you on a trail ride or explain where you can go for a ride.
Well behaved dogs are welcome, but please discuss this with us prior to booking.
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.
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Nearest towns:
Blanchetown - 20min
Waikerie - 25 min
Morgan - 45min
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Beltana Flinders Historic Town
8 sites · RVs, Tents4 acres · Beltana, Unincorporated Sa
Located in the town of Beltana, the campsites are adjacent to the local hall and in the community park. There are showers, toilets, a free BBQ , mobile phone coverage and potable water available for sale. We are the closest campground to the new Nilpena Ediacara National Park.
Beltana is a State Heritage listed town in Adnyamathanha country. Beltana
is important as it is the home of the Royal Flying Doctor Service, was influential in the establishment of the Overland Telegraph and was important is the states early settlement. Beltana has survived in spite of the challenges
and has an excellent walking trail detailing this history for visitors.
There is capacity to have a fire in a communal fire pit, but please bring your own wood. Dogs on leashes welcome.
This campsite offers a safe and comfortable place for campers who are travelling through on their holiday and need somewhere to stop overnight, but two nights is recommended to give you a chance to visit this historic town.
The town is significant is South Australian history and there is interpretative signage that provides the visitor with an informative trail.
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Waterfront Holiday Park
52 sites · Lodging, RVs100 acres · Tailem Bend, Coorong
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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Rawnsley Park Station
76 sites · Lodging, Tents10000 acres · Flinders Ranges, Unincorporated Sa
Rawnsley Park is a 12000 hectare sheep station near Wilpena Pound in the Flinders Ranges of South Australia. Overlooking the southern side of Wilpena Pound, Rawnsley Park Station provides the perfect base for exploring South Australia's beautiful Flinders Ranges. Powered camping sites, bush camping, accommodation, store, fuel, swimming pool, restaurant.Bushwalking trails to Rawnsley Bluff, helicopter and light aircraft flights, 4WD day tours and self-drive tracks.All campsites have access to toilets and hot showers. Dogs are welcome on a leash.Adjacent to the caravan park is a bush camping area along Kangaroo Creek.Flush toilets on-site and access to caravan park facilities.Bushwalking trails to Rawnsley Bluff, helicopter and light aircraft flights, 4WD day tours and self-drive tracks.
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Dulkaninna Station
20 sites · Tents2000 acres · Marree, Unincorporated Sa
Dulkaninna Station is situated in the far north of the South Australian Outback. We are a 2000 sq km organic beef cattle station and we have recently opened up a camping area called Coolibah Camp.
We provide toilets, hot showers, shelter shed/basic camp kitchen. Lovely area with native flora and fauna. Situated 800 km from Adelaide and 84kms from Marree. Arrive up to 11pm same day is fine. Relaxed hosts so please look after yourself.
On the banks of a dry creek, it is a lovely setting. You will be woken by the brolgas every morning. Flexible check in and check out time. No designated sites. Price is for one vehicle and for 5 people. Last minute bookings ok.
Please do not cut firewood. We supply firewood if we are not busy. Follow the signs into the campground and enjoy your stay.
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Best camping, glamping, and outdoor stays in South Australia guide
One of Australia’s most compact states, South Australia offers outback adventures and wildlife safaris within easy reach of Adelaide. Head south to spot sunbathing wild kangaroos, enjoy lazy afternoons wine tasting and oyster sampling, and hike through red-sand deserts, forested gorges, and rocky mountains. Temperate weather makes SA a year-round destination for camping and outdoor activities, but it’s busiest during the balmy summer months. Cruise over to Kangaroo Island in springtime to see the cutest wildlife encounters, admire wine country in a canopy of fall leaves, or take a winter whale-watching cruise along the coast.
Adelaide
Adelaide is South Australia’s laid-back state capital, where parklands unfurl along the River Torrens, bars and restaurants sit riverfront, and arts festivals draw crowds year-round. Once you tire of the city, hop over to nearby Kangaroo Island, go for a beachside getaway along the Fleurieu Peninsula, or plan wine tasting in the vineyards.
Wine Country
The green hills around Adelaide house some of Australia’s finest wine regions. From the Barossa Valley, with its stone cottages and patchwork vineyards, to the leafy peaks of the Adelaide Hills—there are some sweet spots to sip Sshiraz or taste cabernets. Many camping sites offer direct access to the natural landscapes, whether strolling the beaches of McLaren Vale or cycling between cellar door wine tastings in the Eden Valley.
Northern Outback
North of Adelaide, the hills give way to the dusty red sands and remote bushlands of the Australian outback. Flinders Range National Park is the headliner, the dramatic finish line of the 1,200-kilometre Heysen Trail and home to the peaks of Wilpena Pound. Further north, the opal mining towns of Coober Pedy and William Creek offer a look at outback life, while Lake Eyre National Park’s pink lakes feature lakeside camping sites like no other.
Eyre Peninsula
Stretching west from Adelaide and the Yorke Peninsula, Eyre unfolds in a panorama of gold-dust sands, rocky shores, and deserted dunes. Coastal camping spots have the best views, and the sheltered waters of Coffin Bay, Venus Bay, and Streaky Bay are famous for their oysters.
Kangaroo Island
Bushlands, sand dunes, and wave-ravaged coastlines await on Kangaroo Island. Explore off-piste in a 4WD, spot wild kangaroos and koalas in the nature reserves, or walk the beach to watch fur seals and little penguins, then head back to camp for a campfire barbecue. Adventurous campers will find a number of bush camping grounds, while holiday parks provide a little more luxury.
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