The best ranch campgrounds near Cape Jervis, South Australia

Most campers only find themselves in Cape Jervis for one reason only—to catch the ferry to Kangaroo Island—but there are plenty of good reasons to stay on the mainland too. Perched at the western tip of the Fleurieu Peninsula, the ferry port is also a strategic base for exploring the sandy beaches, rocky coves, and sea cliffs of the south coast. Set out from Cape Jervis to hike the 745-mile (1,200-kilometre)-long Heysen Trail, go wildlife watching at Deep Creek Conservation Park, or hike and fish along the pebbled beaches of Rapid Bay.

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Most campers only find themselves in Cape Jervis for one reason only—to catch the ferry to Kangaroo Island—but there are plenty of good reasons to stay on the mainland too. Perched at the western tip of the Fleurieu Peninsula, the ferry port is also a strategic base for exploring the sandy beaches, rocky coves, and sea cliffs of the south coast. Set out from Cape Jervis to hike the 745-mile (1,200-kilometre)-long Heysen Trail, go wildlife watching at Deep Creek Conservation Park, or hike and fish along the pebbled beaches of Rapid Bay.

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1. Breakaway Farmstay

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38km from Cape Jervis · 8 sites · Tents, RVs · Waitpinga, SA

Great location, best opportunity to spend time on the farm amongst the animals and nature. We are a small Farmstay in the heart of the Fleurieu Peninsula just out side Victor Harbor in Waitpinga. Powered and unpowered sites have use of bathroom facility. Waggon Flat campers do not have access to facilities. Limited Telstra ph service and wifi. And For Something New, Your welcome to visit our Onsite Distillery. Moo's Distillery is open Friday's to Sunday to taste new and vibrant Gins. If your hungry also try a pizza for Dinner. ***** We welcome you to make a booking with us at Breakaway Farmstay but when booking please make sure all your details are correct. So we do not have to decline the booking due to incorrect details. Also after you have placed a booking please check your messages to see if we have responded to you at some stage. We look forward to seeing you at Breakaway Farmstay Check in from time from 1.00pm. Check out is strictly 10.30 unless pre organised with management. Close to anything you would like to do in this fantastic part of the state of South Australia. From fishing to surfing to long walks on the Heysen Trail or wine tasting and whale watching, there is everything here you would ever want to do. On the farm you will be able to see our animals which include Sheep, cows, chooks, ducks, goats, alpaca - all are very hungry and looking for pats! Sorry we don't allow pets. Campfires permitting (depending on local fire restrictions). All Rubbish is to be taken home by campers, with the policy of what you bring you take home and leave nothing. Scroll down for Map of location. Check in time from 1.00pm. check out by 10.30am.

2. Waitpinga Ridge | Creek Camp Site

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35km from Cape Jervis · 1 site · Tent, RV · Waitpinga, SA

Waitpinga Ridge is a farm located on the Fleurieu Peninsula, 15min from Victor Harbor. The Creek Camp Site is tucket away surrounded by gums and adjacent to 35acres of land reseeded back to native bush. From this location you can explore the Fleurieu with ease. Hike parts of the Heysen trail along the Waitpinga Sea Cliffs. Enjoy a drink at Lost Phoenix Farm or Boho Farm. And if you are feeling a little bit adventurous, Waitpinga Quad Bike Tours is just around the corner! PLEASE NOTE: This is an unpowered site with no facilities. We accept self-contained travellers only, with their own toilet. There are no rubbish facilities, all waste is to be taken with you when you leave. Campers must adhere to fire ban regulations. ** 4whd access only during winter. Please note that the site is located next to a creek with free access to the flowing water, it may pose as a drowning risk for some.

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3. Green Pastures Retreat

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37km from Cape Jervis · 8 sites · RVs · Back Valley, SA

A woking beef and sheep property which ensures peace and serenity for your stay. Beautiful valley views plus lots of birdlife and native fauna e.g. kangaroos and echidnas. Enjoy the night sky and the stars. With only 6 sites in total you will have an exclusive and peaceful visit. Close to the Heysen Trail for great walking experiences, or lovely cycling routes. We also sell fresh free-range eggs. The only sounds will be of birdlife and maybe the odd farm animal sounds.

4. Aldinga Bay Bungalows

45km from Cape Jervis · 2 sites · Lodging · Adelaide, SA

Walk or ride along the beautiful Aldinga Sellick's beach, feed the ducks and chickens, enjoy our farm fresh eggs when the girls are laying, Say Hello to Bob and knuckles our family's Alpacas. See what's to pick from our veggie garden called Patch in the paddock, enjoy a beverage on the veranda while watching the sunset, wake up the sounds of the ocean and the bird life. BBQ in the courtyard or dine out at the many local restaurants like the Victory hotel or the Pearl. Visit the Willunga's farmers Market and grab yourself some organic ingredients to cook yourself a feast in our fully equipped Kitchen. Spacious 3 bedrooms 2 king beds 1 double.

5. Drifting Sands Quarter Horses

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32km from Cape Jervis · 2 sites · Tents, RVs · Inman Valley, SA

Relax and unwind with beautiful picturesque panoramic views and the serenity of horse life. Powered and unpowered site available. We are an active horse stud and training facility where you’re welcome to observe the wonders of horse behaviour and other natural wildlife.

6. Gum Park Beef Farm

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52km from Cape Jervis · 3 sites · Tents, RVs · Port Elliot, SA

Gum Park is a working Cattle Property where our family lives and works full time. We also have a butchery on farm where we process our own beef and pork for sale at local farmer's markets. Gum Park is a certified organic farm, so no chemicals are sprayed on our pastures or anywhere within our property. Our property is at the top of the watershed, so we don't get run off from other properties nearby. We are situated 14 km from the centre of Victor Harbor on the top of Cut Hill. Other towns close by are Pt Elliot (9km) and Mount Compass (14km). The Hipcamp campsite is situated in a paddock setting, nestled up against native scrub.

7. Pear Tree Hollow

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30km from Cape Jervis · 3 sites · Lodging · Torrens Vale, SA

For couples who love nature, high above Inman Valley, tucked in a eucalyptus forest with stunning views for kilometres over the central Fleurieu Peninsula, Pear Tree Hollow is an early settler homestead and small farm that has 3 accommodation options- a cottage, a bell tent with caravan cabin, and a bell tent with shelter.

8. Compass Country Cabins

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55km from Cape Jervis · 2 sites · Lodging · Mount Compass, SA

The Compass Country Cabins are located just a 50 minute drive from Adelaide, South Australia, in the midst of the beautiful Fleurieu Peninsula. Mount Compass is located 15 minutes from Victor Harbor and Goolwa and the beautiful coastline there. Fully self contained & airconditioned accommodation in a peaceful bushland setting with ensuite bathroom, washing machine, kitchen, heating, cooling, bed, bath and kitchen linen, cutlery, crockery, TV and wonderful outdoor settings:

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Top-rated campgrounds reviewed by the Hipcamp community.

Aldinga Bay Bungalows

45km from Cape Jervis · 2 sites · Lodging · Adelaide, SA

Walk or ride along the beautiful Aldinga Sellick's beach, feed the ducks and chickens, enjoy our farm fresh eggs when the girls are laying, Say Hello to Bob and knuckles our family's Alpacas. See what's to pick from our veggie garden called Patch in the paddock, enjoy a beverage on the veranda while watching the sunset, wake up the sounds of the ocean and the bird life. BBQ in the courtyard or dine out at the many local restaurants like the Victory hotel or the Pearl. Visit the Willunga's farmers Market and grab yourself some organic ingredients to cook yourself a feast in our fully equipped Kitchen. Spacious 3 bedrooms 2 king beds 1 double.

Drifting Sands Quarter Horses

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32km from Cape Jervis · 2 sites · Tents, RVs · Inman Valley, SA

Relax and unwind with beautiful picturesque panoramic views and the serenity of horse life. Powered and unpowered site available. We are an active horse stud and training facility where you’re welcome to observe the wonders of horse behaviour and other natural wildlife.

Gum Park Beef Farm

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52km from Cape Jervis · 3 sites · Tents, RVs · Port Elliot, SA

Gum Park is a working Cattle Property where our family lives and works full time. We also have a butchery on farm where we process our own beef and pork for sale at local farmer's markets. Gum Park is a certified organic farm, so no chemicals are sprayed on our pastures or anywhere within our property. Our property is at the top of the watershed, so we don't get run off from other properties nearby. We are situated 14 km from the centre of Victor Harbor on the top of Cut Hill. Other towns close by are Pt Elliot (9km) and Mount Compass (14km). The Hipcamp campsite is situated in a paddock setting, nestled up against native scrub.

Pear Tree Hollow

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30km from Cape Jervis · 3 sites · Lodging · Torrens Vale, SA

For couples who love nature, high above Inman Valley, tucked in a eucalyptus forest with stunning views for kilometres over the central Fleurieu Peninsula, Pear Tree Hollow is an early settler homestead and small farm that has 3 accommodation options- a cottage, a bell tent with caravan cabin, and a bell tent with shelter.

Compass Country Cabins

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55km from Cape Jervis · 2 sites · Lodging · Mount Compass, SA

The Compass Country Cabins are located just a 50 minute drive from Adelaide, South Australia, in the midst of the beautiful Fleurieu Peninsula. Mount Compass is located 15 minutes from Victor Harbor and Goolwa and the beautiful coastline there. Fully self contained & airconditioned accommodation in a peaceful bushland setting with ensuite bathroom, washing machine, kitchen, heating, cooling, bed, bath and kitchen linen, cutlery, crockery, TV and wonderful outdoor settings:

Stories from the community

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Emily

1 week ago

4 m Class B

Weekend Trip to Green Pastures Retreat

We loved our stay. Very peaceful and beautiful bird life 🌅

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Pip

October 2025

4 m pop-up camper

With pets

Weekend Trip to Drifting Sands Quarter Horses

Beautiful views. Cows and horses galore! Great walking trails and Mike was an excellent host. Very peaceful and quiet. Highly recommend!

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Kate

October 2025

4 m pop-up camper

With pets

Weekend Trip to Drifting Sands Quarter Horses

A lovely horse stud surrounded by beautiful countryside. Mike was hospitable but not intrusive. Great to have power and a porta-loo.

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Kirrily

October 2025

Tent

Group trip

Weekend Trip to Waitpinga Ridge | Creek Camp Site

We very much enjoyed our stay at waitpinga ridge! Beautiful scenery, great communication from host, and a good location to travel to surrounding sites and walks etc!

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Adam

September 2025

5 m travel trailer

Weekend Trip to Gum Park Beef Farm

We loved camping at Gum Park Beef Farm. The camp-site was really flat & easy to get in & out of. Plenty of birdlife & just a great spot to get away.

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tom

September 2025

Tent

With kids

Weekend Trip to Waitpinga Ridge | Creek Camp Site

Beautiful spot - tucked away, with a pretty creek that you can explore and fall asleep to. And a little walk up the hill gives you views of the ocean. Alexandra was great at communicating with us ahead of the trip to make sure we knew where we were going and familiar with the spot before we arrived.

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Trev

September 2025

10 m pop-up camper

Weekend Trip to Waitpinga Ridge | Creek Camp Site

We have camped here a few times. We love that there is no phone reception and no facilities so it's all back to basics. Light a fire, play some board games or go for a drive to Victor Harbor. There is a little creek near the campsite for some soothing white noise all day long.

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Rob

September 2025

7 m travel trailer

3 nights at Breakaway Farmstay

Great farm stay. Very relaxing and quiet. Nice and close to Victor Harbour. Toilet, shower facilities (both exceptionally clean), power, water made things easy. Phone reception and internet not great if this is an issue for you, wasn’t for us. Rob the host is a real gentleman. Loved watching the goats and the highland cows while having a drink by the fire each evening.

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Andrew

June 2025

9 m pop-up camper

Group trip

Weekend Trip to Waitpinga Ridge | Creek Camp Site

What an awesome camp site, peaceful with a great fire on a night time

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Katina

June 2025

5 m travel trailer

With kids

Weekend Trip to Breakaway Farmstay

Our family had an amazing time at Breakaway Farmstay. The kids were thrilled to feed the goats, and there was plenty of space for them to run and explore. Rob was incredibly helpful and welcoming and Moo’s gin distillery was a treat for the adults! We’ll definitely be back.

Penny

May 2025

3 m Class B

Weekend Trip to Waitpinga Ridge | Creek Camp Site

We loved our stay at Alexandra’s camp. The small creek that was running and the bird life was extra special along with the privacy that comes with being the only people camped there. Highly recommend this beautiful sanctuary

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Shania

April 2025

6 m Class A

With kids

1 night at Green Pastures Retreat

Beautiful & quiet relaxed spot, Marilyn was very friendly and easy to deal with couldn't recommend enough, will deffinatley be back next time we are up this way.

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Tayla

April 2025

5 m pop-up camper

Weekend Trip to Green Pastures Retreat

What a beautiful camp! A lovely, well looked after property with the cutest cows, lots of beautiful birds too. Hosts were so friendly and respectful of privacy. We enjoyed our stay here over Easter and would love to come back if we’re in the area again!

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Dana

April 2025

6 m Class B

Weekend Trip to Green Pastures Retreat

Fabulous place. Great host! Thank you. We loved the tranquility.

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Beth

April 2025

Tent

With kids

4 nights at Drifting Sands Quarter Horses

We thoroughly enjoyed the natural, completely secluded and safe camping spot. Our children and pup spent hours climbing trees, chasing butterflies and star gazing. We loved the private setting, with our own entrance that weaved through paddocks of horses and kangaroos. A true nature lovers paradise - We will be back!

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Stephanie

April 2025

With pets

Weekend Trip to Compass Country Cabins

It was so peaceful with beautiful surroundings. The Cabin was well equipped, clean, comfortable, cosy and welcoming. Connie & Mark also made us feel very welcome. Thank you, we’ll be back! 😀

Rachael

April 2025

4 m pop-up camper

With pets

4 nights at Drifting Sands Quarter Horses

Perfect, peaceful bush camp in a gorgeous valley. Still close enough to Victor Harbour & beaches. Mike & Belinda easy to communicate with, didn't hassle you once you find a spot. Have to mention the Belgium Waffle Cafe called "Belicious" on way into town. Bloody awesome feed!!

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Angela

March 2025

3 m travel trailer

Weekend Trip to Green Pastures Retreat

Lovely location amongst valleys. Great spot for exploring the peninsula too. The parking spots for the RVs/ Cars were all in a row/next to each other and clear to find at entry. We camped in a tent with lovely views.

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Vikki

March 2025

5 m Class B

1 night at Green Pastures Retreat

A lovely and peaceful spot by the creek. The hosts are very accommodating and friendly. And fresh eggs delivered by bicycle!

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Sam

March 2025

3 m Class B

1 night at Green Pastures Retreat

Easy to find and host very welcoming. Enjoyed my stay and would come again.

Happy farmer sitting in a truck in a grassy field

The best ranch camping near Cape Jervis guide

Where to go

Fleurieu Peninsula

Road-trippers driving from Adelaide to Cape Jervis can take in the highlights of the Fleurieu Peninsula along the way. Swing by the Willunga Farmers Market, ride a horse-drawn tram from Victor Harbor to see the penguin colonies of Granite Island, or hop aboard the famous Cockle Train at nearby Goolwa.

Kangaroo Island

Car ferries set sail from Cape Jervis to Penneshaw on Kangaroo Island—about a 45-minute journey—from where you can explore the island’s sandy beaches and wildlife-filled bushlands. Stop at Seal Bay to admire the sea lion colony, go sandboarding at the Little Sahara sand dunes, then venture off-road in the Flinders Chase National Park, home to natural wonders like Remarkable Rocks and Admirals Arch.

McLaren Vale

The vine-clad foothills of the Mount Lofty Ranges and the Adelaide Hills make up the McLaren Vale wine region, home to some of South Australia’s oldest and most prestigious wineries. Rent a bike to explore the Shiraz trail, stopping off at boutique wineries and cellar doors, then check into a tranquil country campground, spend a night in a solar-powered eco-cabin, or go glamping in a bell tent.

When to go

The most popular time to visit Cape Jervis is during the summer months (Dec through Feb), when crowds flock to the surrounding beaches and ferry port. Ferries run from Cape Jervis to Kangaroo Island year-round, although they are occasionally cancelled in winter if the weather is particularly rough. June through October is whale migration season, so keep a lookout as you hike or cruise along the south coast.