The best waterfall campgrounds near Harrogate, South Australia

Looking for a camping adventure near Harrogate, South Australia? Look no further than Hipcamp! With over 130 options in the area, you're sure to find the perfect spot to pitch your tent or park your caravan. And with an average price per night of $20 and options as low as $8, you can enjoy the great outdoors without breaking the bank. Check out some of the top campsites near Harrogate, like Tarlee - Serenity (194 reviews), Breakaway Farmstay (158 reviews), and Pymbroke (96 reviews). Plus, you'll find popular facilities like potable water, cooking equipment, and showers, making your camping experience convenient and comfortable. And for those who love wildlife watching, biking, or snow sports, you'll have plenty of activities to keep you entertained. So pack your gear and get ready for an unforgettable camping trip!

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Top-rated campgrounds

1. Alma's Hem Amphitheatre and Retreat

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78km from Harrogate · 3 sites · Tents, RVs · Inman Valley, SA

Located on Ramindjeri Country in the heart of the Fleurieu Peninsula, Alma’s Hem is a serene, private campground set by a winter creek on a working cattle farm. An abundance of bird life, wildlife and big night skies. Pitch your tent, swag or park your caravan or RV. Less than 1km from the the Heysen trail, giving you easy access to hikes. 15 minute drive from Victor Harbor for all your shopping conveniences. 20 mins to the stunning Carrackalinga beaches; Kayaking the Second Valley caves and beautiful drives to waterfalls, conservation parks and tourist attractions. Campsites are located on level grassy area. Flushing toilets, fire pit and firewood available. Perfect for a romantic getaway or for small and larger groups. Please note that our property has work dogs who live nearby and love to visit guests. When you arrive there is a map located on the right hand side of the driveway entrance with the sites marked. You are welcome to find your site get comfortable. We will welcome you at some stage! Please contact us if you'd like to book for more guests than listed and we will do our best to accommodate. Campground has shared facilities and respect of each other and the land is critical. We are a leave no trace site, which means everything you bring in you must take with you, which includes rubbish and broken things. The bins at the entrance are for residents only and as they are only collected fortnightly cannot cater for more than those who live here. Firewood can be brought in by you or we will provide wood for $30/night per site. Wood is not to be foraged from adjoining scrub as it is Heritage listed and to be left for habitat, ecosystem and your admiration only! We look forward to crossing paths! Best, Kylie and the Alma’s Hem Team

2. The Plateau Adventures

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6.7km from Harrogate · 6 sites · Tents, RVs · Rockleigh, SA

Welcome to The Plateau Adventures — your gateway to an unforgettable off-grid escape on a stunning 100-acre property in the heart of Rockleigh. This is where the rugged beauty of rural South Australia meets the calm of total seclusion. Set atop the highest point in the region, The Plateau Adventures offers sweeping views of the Adelaide Hills and a peaceful, unspoiled natural environment. Whether you’re seeking stillness, solitude, or a back-to-basics outdoor experience, this is the place to switch off, slow down, and reconnect. This is a DIY camping experience, perfectly suited to self-contained travellers with RVs, caravans, camper trailers, SUVs, or 4WDs. There are currently no shelters, facilities, or amenities on-site, so it’s essential to come fully prepared with everything you need for your stay — from water and power to shade and comfort. What we do offer is space, nature and lots of it. Wake up to the sounds of native birds, breathe in crisp country air, and explore our working landscape filled with diverse flora and fauna. You can wander sheep trails, discover pockets of bushland, great for mountain biking too, or simply find your favourite spot to relax and take in the view. For those curious about farm life, we offer optional guided walks where you can meet some of our friendly animals and learn more about life on the land. Come ready to immerse yourself in the raw beauty of The Plateau, where the adventure is yours to create.

Looking for a camping adventure near Harrogate, South Australia? Look no further than Hipcamp! With over 130 options in the area, you're sure to find the perfect spot to pitch your tent or park your caravan. And with an average price per night of $20 and options as low as $8, you can enjoy the great outdoors without breaking the bank. Check out some of the top campsites near Harrogate, like Tarlee - Serenity (194 reviews), Breakaway Farmstay (158 reviews), and Pymbroke (96 reviews). Plus, you'll find popular facilities like potable water, cooking equipment, and showers, making your camping experience convenient and comfortable. And for those who love wildlife watching, biking, or snow sports, you'll have plenty of activities to keep you entertained. So pack your gear and get ready for an unforgettable camping trip!

100% (191)

Top-rated campgrounds

1. Alma's Hem Amphitheatre and Retreat

99%

(377)

78km from Harrogate · 3 sites · Tents, RVs · Inman Valley, SA

Located on Ramindjeri Country in the heart of the Fleurieu Peninsula, Alma’s Hem is a serene, private campground set by a winter creek on a working cattle farm. An abundance of bird life, wildlife and big night skies. Pitch your tent, swag or park your caravan or RV. Less than 1km from the the Heysen trail, giving you easy access to hikes. 15 minute drive from Victor Harbor for all your shopping conveniences. 20 mins to the stunning Carrackalinga beaches; Kayaking the Second Valley caves and beautiful drives to waterfalls, conservation parks and tourist attractions. Campsites are located on level grassy area. Flushing toilets, fire pit and firewood available. Perfect for a romantic getaway or for small and larger groups. Please note that our property has work dogs who live nearby and love to visit guests. When you arrive there is a map located on the right hand side of the driveway entrance with the sites marked. You are welcome to find your site get comfortable. We will welcome you at some stage! Please contact us if you'd like to book for more guests than listed and we will do our best to accommodate. Campground has shared facilities and respect of each other and the land is critical. We are a leave no trace site, which means everything you bring in you must take with you, which includes rubbish and broken things. The bins at the entrance are for residents only and as they are only collected fortnightly cannot cater for more than those who live here. Firewood can be brought in by you or we will provide wood for $30/night per site. Wood is not to be foraged from adjoining scrub as it is Heritage listed and to be left for habitat, ecosystem and your admiration only! We look forward to crossing paths! Best, Kylie and the Alma’s Hem Team

2. The Plateau Adventures

94%

(17)

6.7km from Harrogate · 6 sites · Tents, RVs · Rockleigh, SA

Welcome to The Plateau Adventures — your gateway to an unforgettable off-grid escape on a stunning 100-acre property in the heart of Rockleigh. This is where the rugged beauty of rural South Australia meets the calm of total seclusion. Set atop the highest point in the region, The Plateau Adventures offers sweeping views of the Adelaide Hills and a peaceful, unspoiled natural environment. Whether you’re seeking stillness, solitude, or a back-to-basics outdoor experience, this is the place to switch off, slow down, and reconnect. This is a DIY camping experience, perfectly suited to self-contained travellers with RVs, caravans, camper trailers, SUVs, or 4WDs. There are currently no shelters, facilities, or amenities on-site, so it’s essential to come fully prepared with everything you need for your stay — from water and power to shade and comfort. What we do offer is space, nature and lots of it. Wake up to the sounds of native birds, breathe in crisp country air, and explore our working landscape filled with diverse flora and fauna. You can wander sheep trails, discover pockets of bushland, great for mountain biking too, or simply find your favourite spot to relax and take in the view. For those curious about farm life, we offer optional guided walks where you can meet some of our friendly animals and learn more about life on the land. Come ready to immerse yourself in the raw beauty of The Plateau, where the adventure is yours to create.

Stories from the community

Jacob

November 2025

Tent

Weekend Trip to Alma's Hem Amphitheatre and Retreat

Great quiet lovely spot. No complaints. Great views and plenty of space.

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David

October 2025

12 m travel trailer

4 nights at The Plateau Adventures

Great views. Still very natural environment. Plenty of space between sites.

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Sean

October 2025

Tent

Weekend Trip to The Plateau Adventures

I absolutely loved camping at the plateau. Its such a beautiful serene place. Fantastic for the rugged style camping. The views are spectacular and Jarrod is such a fantastic host. Make sure you have a strong sturdy tent, I recommend a dome tent as the winds can get intense sometimes as your very high up. This style of camping is for experienced campers. I loved every part of it and I will definitely be going up there regularly.

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Evan

October 2025

Tent

Weekend Trip to The Plateau Adventures

Very hospitable and friendly host. Lovely camping spots available with wonderful views.

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Brad

September 2025

5 m car

With kids

Weekend Trip to Alma's Hem Amphitheatre and Retreat

We had a great time camping here over the weekend. The kids love running around with all the free space and collecting the perfect throwing stick for the dogs. Toilets were nice and clean. Cheers

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Ian

September 2025

Tent

With kids

Weekend Trip to Alma's Hem Amphitheatre and Retreat

Absolutely fantastic farm stay 👍 There's a few very friendly and fun dogs on the property that my kids loved ! The bathroom facilities are brilliant and we will definitely be back again. Book the firewood it made a campfire so easy.

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Paul

August 2025

Tent

1 night at Alma's Hem Amphitheatre and Retreat

Perfect stopover on the Heysen Trail. Good facilities and plenty of space, surrounded by beautiful countryside

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Sarah

August 2025

3 m pop-up camper

With pets

Weekend Trip to The Plateau Adventures

It’s the most beautiful hidden spot on top of a plateau, our second time back and we will be back again!

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Irena

June 2025

Tent

With pets

Weekend Trip to The Plateau Adventures

The property looked great and we can’t wait to return, however, on this occasion we had to cancel due to extreme weather conditions.

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Kelly

May 2025

5 m Class B

Weekend Trip to Alma's Hem Amphitheatre and Retreat

Beautiful place to stay - we had amazing views out over rolling hills with forest behind us. We were lucky to have the place to ourselves, but the sites are spaced well apart so it wouldn’t have mattered if there were others. Kylie was lovely and we even got to spend some time with the doggos!

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Ben

April 2025

Tent

With kids

2 nights at Alma's Hem Amphitheatre and Retreat

Firstly, Kylie was a wonderful host and her 3 dogs were super friendly and polite. We felt very welcomed. Each site was very spacious and set apart from other camping sites in the area. My son and I had more than ample space to play cricket, soccer, frisbee, etc. The surrounding landscape was absolutely stunning and picturesque. At night, it was pitch black and quiet (except for the occasional mooing of cows), perfect for stargazing and switching off. There were plenty of kangaroos that passed through and grazed nearby too. We were at Site 2 and the toilets were conveniently close (about a few minutes walk). The toilets were clean and well maintained. Nearby the toilets are taps that provide rainwater, which we also found to be very handy. Location wise, it's close by Victor Harbor if you need to pop in for supplies and a proper meal. We also had brunch at a nearby (only 5 min drive) cafe called Belicious on the morning we left. They served Belgian waffles as their specialty, which we found to be deliciously comforting after a few days of camping. Overall, my family had such an amazing time together at Alma's Hem. We would not hesitate to go back again, and thoroughly recommend this site to other campers looking for an easy, relaxing and memorable stay.

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Andrew

April 2025

Tent

With kids

1 night at Alma's Hem Amphitheatre and Retreat

Great little spot! Scenery, seclusion and well located for beach days on the South Coast. Will be back again when I’m down this way 🙏

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Rache

April 2025

2 m Class B

2 nights at Alma's Hem Amphitheatre and Retreat

This find is honestly a hidden gem. The view and the atmosphere were amazing. We saw so much wildlife, as well as spent time with the owners dogs. It was a wholesome experience, and I’ll definitely be back!

Jamie

April 2025

8 m pop-up camper

Weekend Trip to The Plateau Adventures

Great spot. Awesome views. Secluded. Peaceful. Didn’t see or hear any other campers. Good sheep tracks for a hike or mountain bike.

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Tanya

April 2025

6 m pop-up camper

4 nights at The Plateau Adventures

Absolutely stunning views and host was friendly and helpful. Got a tad windy on top of the hill and ended up leaving early due to a change in the weather but would go there again.

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Xianlei

April 2025

Tent

With kids

Weekend Trip to Alma's Hem Amphitheatre and Retreat

Best camp site, we had a great time there. Big open space, amazing view.

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alice

March 2025

5 m Class B

Weekend Trip to Alma's Hem Amphitheatre and Retreat

Camping at Alma's Hem was unexpectedly magic. When all the campsites in nearby Deep Creek were booked up for the weekend, we stumbled across Alma's Hem on Hipcamp as an alternative option. We're so glad we did! From the moment we drove in, we could see how quiet, scenic and special this place is. The facilities were very quaint and inviting, including a camp kitchen under the stars. The stage and bar area is fun to walk around and explore, and we had the pleasure of meeting two adorable pups who demanded we throw the stick for them to chase (any time). We can't wait to come back :)

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Sarah

March 2025

Tent

Weekend Trip to The Plateau Adventures

Stunning views across the hills, a definite place to return to, no one for miles!

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Renee

January 2025

Tent

1 night at Alma's Hem Amphitheatre and Retreat

Lots of space between camping groups. Site 3 is up the top, furthest away from the toilets and the entry. No disturbance. Toilets are decent! Lovely views. Easy to find! BBQ area is kept clean and tidy.

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Philip

January 2025

8 m travel trailer

Weekend Trip to Alma's Hem Amphitheatre and Retreat

A great place to chill out . Very quiet, kangaroos grazing in the evenings and mornings around our caravan.