The best mountainous campgrounds near Gladstone, South Australia

Looking for a camping adventure near Gladstone, South Australia? Hipcamp has over 110 options for you to choose from! Whether you prefer pitching a tent or parking your caravan, you'll find the perfect accommodation to suit your needs. With prices as low as $6 per night and an average price of $25 per night, camping has never been more affordable. Check out the top campsites with rave reviews from fellow campers: Tarlee - Serenity (194 reviews), Catninga Camps & Accommodation (68 reviews), and Eckert’s Old Place (45 reviews). Enjoy popular facilities like cooking equipment, toilets, and campfires, and engage in exciting activities such as horseback riding, fishing, and whitewater paddling. Start planning your camping trip today!

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Top-rated campgrounds

Looking for a camping adventure near Gladstone, South Australia? Hipcamp has over 110 options for you to choose from! Whether you prefer pitching a tent or parking your caravan, you'll find the perfect accommodation to suit your needs. With prices as low as $6 per night and an average price of $25 per night, camping has never been more affordable. Check out the top campsites with rave reviews from fellow campers: Tarlee - Serenity (194 reviews), Catninga Camps & Accommodation (68 reviews), and Eckert’s Old Place (45 reviews). Enjoy popular facilities like cooking equipment, toilets, and campfires, and engage in exciting activities such as horseback riding, fishing, and whitewater paddling. Start planning your camping trip today!

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Top-rated campgrounds

1. Heggies Hill Bush Camp

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39km from Gladstone · 13 sites · Tents, RVs, Lodging · Tarcowie, SA

Nestled amongst the stunning landscapes of the Southern Flinders Ranges, our bush camp and Canoee’s Realm glamping offer breathtaking views and an immersive experience in native Australian flora and fauna. Enjoy the tranquility of private campsites, each equipped with a fire pit (seasonal) and access to non-potable water, along with the convenience of two full flush toilets. Ideally located as a hub for exploring the Mid North, you can set off on scenic day trips and return to camp for a sunset dinner by the fire. For those wanting a night off from cooking, the historic Tarcowie Pub is just five minutes down the road, serving cold beers and hearty meals. Whether you’re spotting wildlife at dawn or relaxing under a star-filled sky, this is the perfect escape for nature lovers seeking adventure and tranquility. Bush campers should come prepared to be self-sufficient. While toilets and non-potable water are available, there are no shower facilities or drinking water provided. However, glampers at Canoee's Realm can enjoy full amenities for a more comfortable stay. 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 on Facebook! We love seeing photos from your stay with us.

2. Seven Sisters

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73km from Gladstone · 6 sites · Tents, RVs · Spring Gully, SA

PLEASE NOTE We closed until March 2026 due to high fire danger. Feel free to book ahead. Seven Sisters is perched on the Skilly Hills, the western side of the Clare Valley. Overlooking the Blyth Plains above Kybunga, the views are nothing short of stunning. Nearly every evening brings fabulous sunsets. Ideal for family stays or just a quiet spot to chill out. Bush walking in the Spring Gully National Park is just down the road and within 2klms is the Armagh to Spring Gully trail. Our neighbours include the fabulous Eldridge Wines, one of Clare Valleys best. Close by are many more fabulous wineries and one of the best Gin Distillers (in our opinion) in the Mid North, Sawmill Gin. The local taxi service is very accommodating and happy to come out to Seven Sisters. I believe they will also ferry you to wineries in the area. Seven Sisters is a hilly grassland with wooded areas, creeks and rocky outcrops to explore. Anywhere within our boundary fence is there for you to explore. Our sites on the property are easily accessed. 2 sites on our farm road with a 4th site set at the back of the property which is very secluded. All sites have seasonal fire pits. Please don’t enter the fenced area around the house or go outside our boundary. Ideal for families or just a quiet stay.

3. Heyson Base Camp

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43km from Gladstone · 11 sites · Tents, RVs · Willalo, SA

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.

4. Horrocks Vale - working farm stays

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75km from Gladstone · 7 sites · Tents, RVs, Lodging · Nectar Brook, SA

A working sheep property that has over 100 years of Australian merino history. We are a self replacing Merino sheep property, nestled in the heart of the beautiful Flinders Ranges. This property is very unique as it’s close to services and has breath taking views with beautiful historical old red gums, very close to the Heysen trail and bike tracks. Only 8 kms out of the township of Wilmington. We provide all linen; sheets, towels & most basics, spices, tea, coffee, some toilet paper etc. you can enjoy some comforts of home.

Stories from the community

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Michael

3 weeks ago

Tent

Weekend Trip to Heggies Hill Bush Camp

I had a great stay and thank you to Alex for being so positive in opening up his property to motorcycle camping. I had the property to myself and found a great spot to pitch my tent. Campsite 11 had fantastic views across the valley and it was nice to sit back and watch the setting sun. I’ll definitely be planning another adventure.

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Tania

November 2025

5 m travel trailer

Weekend Trip to Heggies Hill Bush Camp

Funnily we were drawn to the constant comments about how great the toilets were, and to be honest, they were incredible with festoon lights at night. View was amazing, communication great, highly recommend! just watch the flies in November.

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Michael

November 2025

5 m pop-up camper

Weekend Trip to Heggies Hill Bush Camp

Nice and quiet setting amongst the trees with plenty of nature sounds around, good views of the sky for stargazing, good quality firewood available upon entry, and the amenities provided were excellent, water on site for dousing your firepit... loved spending a couple quiet nights there, will undwind regularly at Heggies hill bush camp in the future!

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Celia

October 2025

3 m pop-up camper

Weekend Trip to Heggies Hill Bush Camp

Lovely and quiet, nice views, cute herd of sheep, clean toilets :) just a crazy amount of flies hahah

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Cayetana

October 2025

Tent

With pets

Weekend Trip to Heggies Hill Bush Camp

Fantastic private space with views for days. Toilet was in perfect condition and loved the toilet seat. Great small touches. Thank you for having us.

The Western most rise on Seven Sisters. Tucked down in the saddle of the hills with spectacular views. Walk down to the creek and dam, usually some wild ducks to be seen. This site can be a bit windy but generally not. You may get a visit from the sheep or kangaroos.
The sunsets are spectacular. ENJOY.

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Randall

October 2025

Tent

Weekend Trip to Seven Sisters

Great views. Very quiet spot and Chris was super friendly and helpful

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Christa

October 2025

6 m travel trailer

3 nights at Seven Sisters

We absolutely loved our stay at Seven Sisters, the views are incredible and the location is perfect for exploring the Clare Valley! Chris was a wonderful host with great communication throughout our stay, also providing us with a wonderful pile of firewood ready to go! Would love to come back again one day!

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Paul

October 2025

4 m Class B

Group trip

1 night at Heggies Hill Bush Camp

Great spot. Well thought out camp spots not too close to others felt quite private. Good quality firewood. Toilets exceptional even had wash basin for washing hands.

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Bill

October 2025

Tent

With pets

Weekend Trip to Heggies Hill Bush Camp

The site was lovely and had lots of positives such as excellent flushing toilet mains pressure water grass and shade

Sally

October 2025

Tent

Group trip

Weekend Trip to Heggies Hill Bush Camp

A great little spot to get away! Super friendly hosts. Plenty of space & a quick drive to the local pub! Bloody brilliant 👏🏼

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Sam

October 2025

Tent

With kids

Weekend Trip to Heggies Hill Bush Camp

Heggies was so good… Campsites are nicely spaced out so you don’t feel like you’re in each other’s pockets. Toilets were a particularly highlight, it felt like you were doing your business in a Swedish bath house! I’d highly recommend and hope to be back sooner

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Steve

October 2025

15 m Class B

With pets

Weekend Trip to Heggies Hill Bush Camp

Loved the location and the peacefulness. Great host and a luxury to have a flushing toilet in a bush camp environment! Loved being able to take our dog!

Nicole

October 2025

Tent

5 nights at Heggies Hill Bush Camp

I had a great stay in site 1 which looks out to a great view right from the tent. Although a bit further to the pretty splendid bathrooms - it’s a short walk. Other guests were friendly and respectful of your camp site and were all there to enjoy the nature.

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Sophie

October 2025

Tent

With pets

1 night at Heyson Base Camp

We booked last minute and the host responded quickly, which was great. The site was clean, including the drop toilet, and the land was beautiful and peaceful. It’s quite remote, so a nice relaxing evening.

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Matthew

October 2025

Tent

2 nights at Heggies Hill Bush Camp

We had a great time camping at Heggies Hill. Great spot the facilities were awesome. Unfortunately we chose the wildest and windiest couple of days. But we will definitely go back thanks Alex and Maddie

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John

September 2025

Tent

1 night at Heggies Hill Bush Camp

A delightful hilltop site with amazing views to the west. Very peaceful; spacious sites well away from each other, and two new toilets which are not just utilitarian but works of art! Highly recommended.

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Dafydd

September 2025

10 m travel trailer

Weekend Trip to Heggies Hill Bush Camp

Great spot with fantastic views. Well set out campsites. Plenty of space to be away from other campers. Fantastic toilets (better than home)! Easy access and great communication from Alex! Recommended.

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Sarah

September 2025

6 m travel trailer

With pets

Weekend Trip to Heggies Hill Bush Camp

Great spot, lots of camping sites, some more private than others but something to cater for everyone. The toilet facilities were excellent and spotless! the views are amazing and the location so convenient to some bigger towns. The firewood available to purchase is excellent.. highly recommend!

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Jenny

September 2025

7 m travel trailer

1 night at Heggies Hill Bush Camp

The site was a little further away from other sites providing a feeling of privacy. A tranquil spot with lovely views across the landscape.

Tanya

September 2025

Tent

1 night at Heggies Hill Bush Camp

We thoroughly enjoyed camping at Heggies Hill Bush Camp. Sensational views and great amenities. Well maintained sites, flushing toilets and great value fire wood available on site. We camp with a self contained ute/swag set up but the sites are definitely accessible for caravans too. 100% recommend.