Coastal camping in South Australia
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Cooinda Retreats - RV and Camp Stay
15 sites · Lodging, RVs, Tents2 acres · Victor Harbor, SA
Welcome to Camp Stays at Cooinda Retreats!
Exciting News! 🌟
We're thrilled to introduce our brand-new nature-based camping experience at Cooinda Retreats RV and Campground Stays! This exclusive, immersive alternative to big park stays offers more space and even more fun. Get ready to spread out and enjoy the great outdoors like never before!
Why Choose Cooinda Retreats? 🌳
Cooinda Retreats is a 100% Not-for-Profit organisation, so every stay helps fund valuable services for disadvantaged and marginalised community groups. When you camp with us, you're not just having an amazing time – you're making a difference!
Important Info for a Fantastic Stay:
🌿 Hipcamp Vibes: Remember, we're a Hipcamp bushland site, not a caravan park. Check out Hipcamp's website for helpful info on what to expect.
🌿 Spacious Sites: Our large, well-cared-for sites offer stunning views and plenty of room to roam.
🌿 Location, Location, Location: Nestled at the foothills of Victor Harbor on the Fleurieu Peninsula, our 8 unique sites provide breath-taking bushland and ocean views.
Site Details:
Site 1: Electric and dog fence friendly – a premium spot!
Sites 2 & 3: Premium large sites with power (15amp to 10amp adaptor available). Gorgeous views and lots of grass.
Sites 4 & 5: Large general sites with great views and space.
Site 6: Premium bushland site – perfect for nature lovers.
Sites 7 & 8: Large premium non-powered sites with lush lawns and incredible views.
Amenities:
🚿 Stay Self-Contained: Portable showers and toilets are available, but we recommend bringing your own toilet paper.
♻️ Waste Management: Please take your rubbish with you as we don't provide a rubbish service.
💧 Potable Water: Available at all sites.
🍳 Camp Kitchen & Wi-Fi: Enjoy our extensive camp kitchen and Wi-Fi across the park.
Good to Know:
#Victor Harbor Dump Point: Located 3 km from our park for your convenience. Please don't empty your cassettes into our portable toilets, that's simply not what they are there for and would be very unfair!
#No Noise Policy: Quiet hours are from 10:30pm to 6:30am – let's keep the retreat peaceful for everyone.
#Safety First: Discreet CCTV cameras are situated around the site for your safety.
#Reviews: We love hearing from you! Please remember we're a genuine Not-for-Profit charity before leaving feedback. A simple message can usually resolve any issues.
#Our site is multipurpose, with a group accommodation area adjacent.
Final Tips:
# Check individual site details for the best fit.
# Enjoy the spacious lawns but avoid placing mats on them.
# Remember, you're in a bushland setting – bring bug repellent!
# Winter fires allowed in BYO fire pits on our designated hard surface. Fire wood available for $15 onsite.
We can't wait to welcome you to Cooinda Retreats! Get ready for a unique, nature-filled adventure that supports a great cause. See you soon! 🌞🌿🛶
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Pine Ridge
8 sites · RVs, Tents80 acres · Yahl, SA
We have 80 acres of farm, approximately 15 minutes from town. Our campsites are located in a paddock on our farm, perfect for off grid self contained campers.
We are not far from The Blue Lake, The little blue is also close by, and is perfect for swimming in summer. The Umpherston Caves is literally just down the road, and is wonderful for a picnic, or on dusk feeding the possums.
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 (no facilities provided, must dispose of waste at approved dumpsites in town), take your rubbish with you; dogs are welcome if they are friendly and well behaved.
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McLaren Vale Vineyard
2 sites · RVs, Tents6 acres · Aldinga, SA
Six Strings is a small vineyard, approx. 6 acres, located in the McLaren Vale wine region on the beautiful Fleurieu Peninsula of South Australia, a very popular holiday destination for locals and travelers alike. We are a short drive to the local stunning beaches of Port Willunga, Silver Sands and Sellicks and of course the many McLaren Vale wineries. Also within walking distance is the historical main street of Aldinga where you’ll find the Pub, boutique Brewery, Cafes, Restaurants and shops.
Enjoy a wine and/or barrel tasting at a cost of $10 pp (redeemable on any purchase) during your stay - please advise at time of booking
For the complete wine lovers experience why not stay with us during vintage (Mar/Apr, depending when grapes are ready to be picked) and get “hands-on” in every stage of wine making from picking, crushing, fermenting to barrel. Enjoy one on one access to our winemaker during the whole process.
We welcome pets however they must be on leash or contained at all times. We have a small Cavoodle that has free range access to the property and will likely want to befriend you (and your food!)
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Coodlie Park Eco Retreat
281 sites · RVs, Tents500 acres · Talia, SA
WELCOME to our home!!
Coodlie Park Eco Retreat.....Let the Adventure Begin.
* UNDER New Ownership / Re-Open from 01-Nov-2023
* ENTER via the Flinders Highway Driveway and not Talia Caves Road back entrance - (4X4 drive only there)*
NOTES: - Please note that Hipcamp charge you a booking fee, our prices are as listed below.
- Campground water is potable (unfiltered) rainwater and is strictly for camp kitchen and camp shower use. **Please Do Not Fill Tanks, cause once's gone, it's gone until it rains again!!
- No Dumping - No Powered Sites - FULLY OFF-GRID
- No reception due to the limited phone towers in the area - Telstra is touchy - Starlink works best and everything else is a no-go.
Welcome to Coodlie.....IF OFF-GRID BUSH CAMPING is your style, then we can promise you some of the best and one of the most unique off-grid bush camping experiences located on the Eyre Peninsula. Camp Coodlie is created with Eco-Friendly and Sustainable Travel in mind. All the campground structures are made with recycled oyster timber, and we encourage you to recycle leaving behind the lightest ecological footprint during your travels.
Prices:
Bush Camping $25.00 per site/3 pax - $12.50 per additional guest (Max x5 per site)
Swag Huts $25.00 per hut (2 pax)
CHECK-IN: 1:00pm
CHECK-OUT: 11:00am
Camp Coodlie is set on native bush land 2km from the main homestead and reception office.......If it’s peace and quiet that you’re after, you’ll find it here!
Camp Coodlie has been created with sustainability at the forefront of our minds. Locally sourced, recycled materials and oyster wood have been used to build the camping creature-comforts to ensure you have a happy and memorable experience. Pet Friendly and four-legged friends are also welcome.
Privacy: All bush camping sites have plenty of privacy
Showers: Eco-friendly, bucket-system showers with hot water, a very cool bush-camping experience!
Loos: Eco-designed compost toilets (BYO toilet paper)
Communal fire pit: Great for socializing and roasting marshmallows
*Fire Ban Season October to April - Restrictions Apply
Camp Kitchen: 6-burner cook top and grillers - the Camp Kitchen sink has solar powered and gas heated hot water.
- All communal areas (kitchen, shower, toilets) have solar powered lighting
- No mains electricity available
- Gas BBQs available for cooking up a storm
- Shelter and seating for 80 people
- Access to Talia Caves, Talia Beach, Mount Camel Beach, our own private beach at Coodlie Cove, (which includes a 40m climb down the rocks to reach the beach, beach access is 'at your own risk') as well as Sunset Cove, that boast the best sunsets around.
Coodlie Park Eco Retreat is located on 500 acres in between Elliston and Streaky Bay on the wild coastline of the Eyre Peninsula and the Great Australian Bight.
Popular tourist spots such as Talia Caves and Mount Camel Beach are a short 5-minute drive from Coodlie Park and the spectacular Lake Newland Conservation Park is about 25 minutes away.
From rugged coastline and spectacular beauty to the weird and wonderful rock formations and massive sand dunes, Coodlie Park Eco Retreat is ideally positioned amongst it all.
**South Australia and the Eyre Peninsula were voted Lonely Planet’s #5 region in the entire world in the 2017 Best of Travel Awards
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Marion Bay Bush Camping
8 sites · RVs, Tents200 acres · Marion Bay, SA
200 Acre property previously used for grain and livestock. Wildlife includes kangaroos, emus, wide variety of bird and geese, many of which you can see on our facebook page.
All the campsites have been developed from naturally occurring breaks in the scrub making the environment of campers naturally appealing and less damaging. You can enjoy the convenience of being one minute away from the town centre, general store and tavern.
By camping here, you can expect a premium level of privacy separation between sites with your experience coming before profit maximising in our eyes. We have sites to fit all sizes with our largest and most separated being site 7. Overall we aim offer the most authentic camping experience for all.
On requesting a site you will be asked to read the conditions and provide some details including vehicle registration and licence numbers. This is seperate to hip camp and requested by the property owners on each booking.
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Hanson Bay Wildlife Sanctuary
2 sites · RVs, Tents5000 acres · Karatta, SA
We offer these PRIMITIVE campsites with the understanding that campers will book a nocturnal tour via our website - hansonbay.com.au PLEASE CHECK TOUR AVAILABILITY BEFORE BOOKING CAMPSITE.
Welcome to Hanson Bay Wildlife Sanctuary, a privately-owned conservancy focused on providing habitat for native animals to live in the wild. Since 1997 the Sanctuary has worked to conserve and protect the natural resources within its boundaries, especially the native Australian flora and fauna.
We have a BEACH camp site available that offer spectacular ocean views of the wild south coast. Campers will have access to a pit toilet during their stay. There is a 2 night maximum stay.
You will find plenty of sightseeing opportunities and interesting places to visit within easy reach of Hanson Bay Wildlife Sanctuary. Although much of the western end of Kangaroo Island was severely impacted by the January 2020 bushfires, the uniquely Australian story of rebirth and regeneration after fire is compelling.
Much of the western end of Kangaroo Island is covered in parks and reserves and it is often referred to as the natural end of the Island. You will find large areas of pristine natural bushland, numerous native wildlife, spectacular, rugged coastal cliffs and beautiful seascapes and beaches. Throughout the wilderness areas you will also discover old buildings and ruins which have been preserved because of their historical role in the development of the island. And if that is not enough to hold your interest, you can swim in the bay, fish from a sandy beach, dive some ship wrecks, surf some big waves, go sand boarding or go bush walking, Whatever your interest, you will find plenty of things to do on your next holiday at the Hanson Bay Wildlife Sanctuary.
FLINDERS CHASE NATIONAL PARK
The Flinders Chase National Park covers much of the western end of Kangaroo Island. The park has a diverse range of wildlife including Platypus, Kangaroos, Koalas and Cape Barren Geese. Flinders Chase offers stunning coastal landscapes, vast areas of wilderness and a variety of recreational opportunities. There is a network of walking trails throughout the park providing you with numerous bushwalking opportunities.
REMARKABLE ROCKS
Remarkable Rocks is an impressive cluster of sculpted granite boulders perched on a huge rounded granite dome that drops steeply away to the surging seas some 70 metres below.
ADMIRALS ARCH
Admirals Arch is a spectacular archway formed by the relentless waves pounding the cliffs and cutting a path through the cliffs. There is also a colony of New Zealand Fur seals that bask on the rocks below Admirals Arch.
Plus so much more to see and do!
Limited phone reception. Sorry, no pets.
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Kookaburra Cottage Farm
1 site · RV, Tent6 acres · Parawa, SA
Here you'll find 6 acres of undulating land, surrounded by gum trees. The campsite is in a lovely bush setting, in a valley, which is quiet and private.
Campers must be self-contained, we don't have facilities here.
Plenty of options for safe swimming and surfing beaches (10-20 minute drive)
Visit the Alpacas (by arrangement) just across the road
Jetty at Rapid Bay is the spot for fishing (20-minute drive)
Hiking in Deep Creek Conservation Park is fantastic (15-minute drive)
Find essentials at Yankalilla township, including a supermarket, craft shops, pub and medical centre (10-minute drive)
Lovely scenic drives in the area and Victor Harbour, a larger regional town is only 25 minutes away.
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Robe Four Mile Farm
20 sites · RVs10 acres · Robe, SA
Ideally located just a couple of kilometres from Robe on the Southern Ports Highway (road side number #4437), The Four Mile Farm offers spaces for self contained vans, camper trailers and tents in a tranquil ten acre rural setting.
Only minutes to the Robe township, restaurants, cafes, shopping and Robe's famous Long Beach, The Four Mile has an abundance of wide open spaces to find a private nook to park up for a night - or a week.
New facilities include a utility room and ensuite featuring a hot shower and flush toilet, located inside the front shed, as well as a new shower block with two hot showers and an additional flush toilet, just a short stroll from the camping area. (Showers are coin operated - bring a good supply of $2 coins).
Bring a chair and relax round the community fire pit in the evening (fire season excepted). Watch the sun go down, the moon rise and spent the evening around the fire, star-gazing at the southern sky.
If you'd like a night out in town, Robe Runner Shuttle offers a service to and from The Four Mile.
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Cape Jaffa Holiday Park
58 sites · Lodging, RVs, Tents5 acres · Cape Jaffa, SA
Cape Jaffa Holiday Park is situated on approximately 5 acres on the Limestone Coast of SA, adjacent to the beautiful Lacepede Bay. Approximately 100m to the beach for swimming and same to the jetty for fishing.
Cape Jaffa is known for the quality fishing and fresh southen rock lobster as well as long stretches of beaches between Kingston SE to Cape Jaffa and Cape Jaffa to Robe for the 4WD enthusiast.
With 4 boutique wineries like Norfolk Rise; Cape Jaffa; Wangolina and Mt Benson at our doorstep there is something for everyone.
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Meanfeat Downs
6 sites · RVs, Tents120 acres · Bay Of Shoals, SA
A beautiful location 12 km from Kingscote and a shot drive from Kangaroo island brewery. 300m from the bay off shoals and around the corner from Emu bay Boxing bay and Turners Drive looking over Kingscote Harbour.
The property abundant with wildlife, kangaroos, wallabies, goannas, echidna and passing koalas. The bird life is spectacular and never ending.
You can choose your spot to nestle in to overlooking the bay, Wisagna hills or the range behind Emu bay.
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Kangaroo Island Jump Off Road
5 sites · RVs, Tents2000 acres · Inneston, SA
Edenvale Pastorals was originally established as a solider settlers farm, and later was purchased by the Wilmott family in 2001 and converted to regenerative cell grazing cattle farm. The farm was leased for a few years, up until the recent 2019-2020 bush fires.
Since the bush fires our family has decided to move back onto the farm and start the rebuild. We will be continuing with the sustainable farming practices and want to give people the opportunity to stay and enjoy the west end.
No need to bring your own tent, stay with up to three people in a suspended tent! We can also provide bedding. Should you have a group larger than three, where some people can bring their own gear, we have space for them too.
We have a hot outdoor shower, and compost toilet. Pets are also welcome, however must not be in the tent, and must not harass the wildlife.
The suspended tent sleeps 3 people maximum. If you have any additional people who bring their own camping gear they are welcome to book our other listing 'Jump Off Road Camp (own gear).'
The surrounding paddocks are home to our cattle that pass through occasionally, and during the afternoons you have the opportunity to observe the abundant wild life that come to life, as well as a healthy bird life among the trees.
On your stay you have the choice of enjoying the walks and hikes through out the De'mole river and Cape Torrens that are at your door step, go sightseeing in the national park, the De Tong Ling Stupa, Billy Goat water falls or even Western River Cove or just relax and enjoy the serenity of your suspended tree tent experience.Either way, we hope you enjoy what the west end has to offer.
Flinders Chase National Park is 40km via bitumen road or 27 km via Shackle road. Keep up to date with road closures through Flinders Chase national park website. Cape Borda Light house is 23km from our farm, there are several hikes in that area such as the Ravine Des Casoars and Harveys return. Keep tabs on their website as the park is closed, however still accessible by foot from the gate.
De Tong Ling Stupa is 20km from our farm and is open to the public to visit. Billy Goat waterfalls generally has water flowing through mid winter, but regardless is a beautiful easy hike that comes alive with fungus and orchids early winter and during spring.
Be mindful we are 45 minutes from the closest fuel station, at Parndana, and most places close early so it would be wise to be well prepared before getting here. 15km of the road is dirt, just take it easy if you're in a 2wd, and be aware of eagles, kangaroos and wallabies.
Please get in touch if you have any questions. We look forward to having you!
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Windmill Creek Farm
4 sites · RVs, Tents40 acres · Mclaren Vale, SA
Our 40 acres is 2WD accessible and set just off the coast in beautiful McLaren Vale, South Australia.
The camp is set in a flat, cleared area on the rear of our working family property. With ample space to spread out and put your feet up, the River Red Gum trees also provide natural shade and shelter. Perfect for setting up tents, hammocks or a slack line!
Along with local kangaroos, you'll likely spot our small flock of sheep in the paddock nearby or the neighbouring horses up the hill.
Ask us about our small batch wine and take advantage of being in the heart of wine country - the nearest cellar door is only a 3 minute drive away!
After an afternoon of wine tasting, drive 10 minutes to the beach and enjoy a sunset over the water. Tomorrow, choose your own adventure with more wining and dining, swimming and surfing, or walking one of McLaren Vale's stunning trails.
On a Saturday, you might find yourself at the Willunga Farmers Market (5 min drive) which runs each week from 8am to Midday and offers a variety of local goods and produce.
Wineries within a 10 minute drive include:
- Battle of Bosworth Wines
- Down the Rabbit Hole Wines
- Fox Creek Wines
- Ekhidna Wines
- and many more!
- Not to forget Swell Brewing Co., just 9 minutes away.
Our favourite coffee places include:
- Dawn Patrol Coffee (4 min drive)
- Goodness Coffee Co. (8 min drive)
- Someday Soon Co. (6 min drive)
- many more in Willunga and Aldinga!
Please note the following!
- No shower or toilet facilities provided, campers must be self-sufficient.
- Three drinking water taps are available for your convenience.
- No pets. We have a variety of animals on our property that rely on us to keep them safe.
- No motorbikes.
- No fires from approx. November 1 - April 30 due to SA restrictions. If not during this time, please clear it with us as restrictions and fire ban days change year to year.
- Please stay within the designated camp area! As a working property and vineyard, we have large machinery in use daily and visitors must follow biosecurity protocol (fancy explanation for keeping everyone's vineyards safe from disease and pests).
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Coastal camping in South Australia guide
Overview
Welcome to Hipcamp, your go-to website for camping adventures in Australia! If you're looking for a coastal camping experience in South Australia, you're in luck. With over 349 options available, you'll find the perfect spot to soak up the sun and enjoy the ocean breeze. Prices start as low as $5 per night, with an average price of $20. Looking for recommendations? Check out Pine Ridge (200 reviews), Great Views Farmstay (35 reviews), and Coodlie Park Farm Retreat (37 reviews). Popular amenities like cooking equipment, campfires, and potable water are available, and you can enjoy wildlife watching, off-roading, and whitewater paddling as your favorite activities. Get ready to make memories in the great outdoors!
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