Camping Near Hawker, SA, AU: 12 Best Campgrounds 2026

If you’re heading north from Port Augusta towards the Flinders Ranges, you’ll arrive in Hawker in a little more than an hour, and it’s the ideal basecamp for exploring. Just northeast of town, the vast Ikara-Flinders Ranges National Park has spectacular hiking, mountain biking, and 4WD trails, which lead to dramatic canyons, unique rock formations, and ancient Aboriginal rock art sites. To the northwest, Lake Torrens National Park is a wild, unchartered landscape of salt flats and seasonal wetlands, where you can enjoy backcountry hiking and bird-watching. Adventurous campers have a choice of powered caravan sites and bush camping within the Flinders Ranges, or else there are plenty of options in and around Hawker. Check into a caravan park with powered sites and a dump point, park your campervan on a remote sheep station or homestead, or rent a cosy cabin or eco tent.

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If you’re heading north from Port Augusta towards the Flinders Ranges, you’ll arrive in Hawker in a little more than an hour, and it’s the ideal basecamp for exploring. Just northeast of town, the vast Ikara-Flinders Ranges National Park has spectacular hiking, mountain biking, and 4WD trails, which lead to dramatic canyons, unique rock formations, and ancient Aboriginal rock art sites. To the northwest, Lake Torrens National Park is a wild, unchartered landscape of salt flats and seasonal wetlands, where you can enjoy backcountry hiking and bird-watching. Adventurous campers have a choice of powered caravan sites and bush camping within the Flinders Ranges, or else there are plenty of options in and around Hawker. Check into a caravan park with powered sites and a dump point, park your campervan on a remote sheep station or homestead, or rent a cosy cabin or eco tent.

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1. Pichi Richi Park

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74km from Hawker · 7 sites · Tents, RVs · Quorn, SA

Pichi Richi Park is our family owned and operated property, 13km south of Quorn in the heart of the Pichi Richi Pass. We have plenty of campsites, including bush campsites that are secluded and private, along with campsites that are much closer to our bathrooms, group accommodation, kitchens and bush cabins. Here at Pichi Richi Park, there are a number of signposted walking tracks ranging in distance from a few km up to a 10km+ loop. The Heysen Trail comes through our property for nearly 7km and some of our own walking tracks link with the Heysen as it meanders through our property. You can also ride your mountain bike around and the Mawson Bike Trail is not far away. We have over 1,000 acres of land around our accommodation that we do not graze as we are allowing this beautiful piece of Aussie outback to return to its original and pristine state. We are not a caravan park, so all campers and caravanners that come here get a fair bit of space and nobody is on top of anyone else. Quorn is our local town and is 13km away to the north. Quorn has 2 pubs, a number of cafes and a little supermarket that is open from 7am to 8pm 7 days a week.

2. Rawnsley Park Station

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32km from Hawker · 36 sites · Tents, Lodging · Flinders Ranges, 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.

3. Hawker Caravan Park

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0.4km from Hawker · 73 sites · Tents, RVs, Lodging · Hawker, SA

Welcome to Hawker Caravan Park, where adventure meets comfort in the heart of the Flinders Ranges. Nestled amidst stunning natural landscapes, our park offers a warm and welcoming atmosphere for nature enthusiasts, families, and cultural explorers alike. With a focus on authentic Australian hospitality, we provide a range of accommodations and amenities to ensure a memorable stay. Explore the beauty of the outback, relax in our pet-friendly facilities, and embark on unforgettable adventures right from our doorstep. Park Facilities: Free WiFi Clean Amenities with Laundry Caravan and Vehicle Storage Camp Kitchen Campfire areas Playground Covered BBQ Picnic Area Pool

4. Bendleby Ranges

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63km from Hawker · 41 sites · Tents, RVs, Lodging · Belton, SA

Bendleby Ranges is an adventure tourism destination, located on a working sheep and cattle station in the Flinders Ranges, an easy three and a half hours drive North of Adelaide. We offer serenity and tranquility in an unspoilt natural environment, with remote campsites nestled amongst gum lined creeks and set into the hills of the Bendleby Ranges. Private powered or un-powered campsites in the main camp ground are surrounded by native pines and located within walking distance to the Sunset Camp Kitchen. Affordable, well presented, quality accommodation decorated in country inspired styles are Crotta Homestead, Gumdale Cottage, Acacia Cottage and The Shearers Quarters. We are passionate about maintaining the natural environment and for the length of your stay all firewood is supplied. Relax and take in all the property has to offer - from 4wding, bushwalking, horse riding, mountain bike riding, incredible sunset views and some world class star gazing.

Stories from the community

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Elizabeth

3 weeks ago

Tent

2 nights at Hawker Caravan Park

Good stopping off point for the Flinders Ranges. We were there at the end of the spring season when it was quiet and empty and weather was a bit warm, so we had the kitchen shed all to ourselves which was great. Facilities were basic but served us well. We also had the pool to ourselves which was lovely to cool down in. Slept in swags on gravel ground and was perfectly quiet overnight, just a few kangaroos hopping around.

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Justin

October 2025

Tent

2 nights at Rawnsley Park Station

The view of the mountains is absolutely breathtaking from the campsite. Also, if you climb up onto the big hill next to the camp for sunset, you may just witness the most beautiful campsite of your life as I did. The owners were great as well! Very responsive and helpful. 10/10 would definitely recommend.

Emma

October 2025

Tent

3 nights at Rawnsley Park Station

Absolutely loved our stay at Rawnsley Park Station, we like our own space, so chose a spot away from most in an unpowered site. Positioned on the lake/dam, we had peace and quiet and the most majestic sunsets on the water and sunrises on Wilpena Pound, sheep, emus and birdlife in abundance. Staff in the shop were lovely and bathrooms were maintained to a very high standard. We took a helicopter flight from the main office over Wilpena Pound and further up the Flinders Ranges and Will, our pilot, was very knowledgable and professional.

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Samantha

October 2025

Tent

2 nights at Rawnsley Park Station

Stayed in non-powered camping. Beautiful spots, on plenty of shelter and the facilities were excellent. Was peaceful at night and stunning views during the day. Went for a hike and the views just got better and better. Highly recommend.

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Nicole

October 2025

5 m Class B

With pets

1 night at Hawker Caravan Park

The campgrounds and amenities were clean and well maintained. Staff were friendly and helpful. There is an off leash dog park across the road from the campground.

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Amy

October 2025

6 m pop-up camper

With pets

3 nights at Pichi Richi Park

We had the best time with our 3 kids and dog! The site Hamish suggested was close enough to the toilets but we still felt secluded. Kids loved the volley ball court, riding bikes and exploring. Lovely to have a fire and the hike up the hill is excellent. Loved Warren Gorge as a nearby dog friendly hike.

James

October 2025

Tent

1 night at Pichi Richi Park

Great facilities showers modern and hot use of kitchen provided by Hamish was most welcome. And Binky the kelpie cross something Labrador was a delight

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Kerry

September 2025

Tent

Weekend Trip to Pichi Richi Park

We loved our stay at Pichi Richi Park. The view we had was beautiful and got to see lots of wildlife. We went on the Pichi Richi train and could see our swags through the hills as the train went by. I would recommend staying there.

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Alijah

September 2025

Tent

Weekend Trip to Pichi Richi Park

The facility is well looked after and the shower block is very well maintained.. It's a charming and beautiful location just out of Port Augusta where you can find good coffee and shops. Check-in was easy and the tent site was perfectly situated and spacious. Great views! Only thing, they charged us $20 for firewood but the amount of wood was little. Recommend you bring your own bag of firewood as it is not aloud to collect firewood in the reserve. Very convenient and lovely with bush walks and pristine views.

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Bernadette

September 2025

Tent

2 nights at Pichi Richi Park

I had a lovely stay at Pitchi Ritchi park. Hamish showed me to a great spot on arrival. There was a school group on site but I didn't see them much. Some road noise but it wasn't intrusive.

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Emma

September 2025

2 m Class B

2 nights at Pichi Richi Park

Great open spaces. Hamish was helped me to find a good spot for my van. The park area has some good walks.

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Charmaine

September 2025

7 m travel trailer

4 nights at Pichi Richi Park

Awesome views with a Good level camp pad. We felt like we were way out in the national Park, however we were not far out off the services of Quorn.Excellent walking hikes all close by such as Devils Peak and Warren Gorge.Highly recommend.

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Rachel

August 2025

Tent

Weekend Trip to Rawnsley Park Station

So glad we found Rawnsley Station Park. It was perfect! Lovely flat sites to camp on with sensational views. Plenty of space around us. The amenities were lovely & clean. The information sheet given to us at check-in was fantastic with dog friendly spots highlighted. We followed the tour as suggested. Thankyou!!

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Philip

August 2025

7 m Class B

With pets

Weekend Trip to Hawker Caravan Park

all the on site staff so helpful and accommodating especially after our accident with the roo

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Kayla

July 2025

5 m Class B

With pets

2 nights at Pichi Richi Park

We absolutely loved our stay, it rained the whole time we were there but Hamish was so lovely and helpful. Beautiful views and very relaxing.

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Tanya

July 2025

Tent

With pets

1 night at Pichi Richi Park

Friendly staff, nice sites, friendly local doggo. Very peaceful with amazing scenery would recommend.

Janelle

July 2025

Tent

With kids

1 night at Pichi Richi Park

We loved Pichi Richi Park. We stayed at a campsite and bought wood for a fire. Binky the dog was a favourite with our kids. We walked up to the heysen trail just before sundown. It was a good short walk and a great view. It rained overnight. The only down-side to our stay was the sticky clay. Overall, a great stay.