The best campgrounds near Kingscote, South Australia with surfing

Looking for a camping adventure near Kingscote, South Australia? Hipcamp has you covered with over 88 options to choose from. Whether you're into paddling, off-roading, or boating, there's something for everyone. And with average prices per night starting at just $25 and options as low as $5, camping has never been more affordable. Check out top campsites like Breakaway Farmstay (158 reviews), Pymbroke (96 reviews), and Alma's Hem Amphitheatre and Retreat (88 reviews) for some tried and true camping experiences. Plus, popular amenities like rubbish, toilets, and pet-friendly sites are available. Get ready to enjoy the great outdoors!

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Top-rated campgrounds near Kingscote

Looking for a camping adventure near Kingscote, South Australia? Hipcamp has you covered with over 88 options to choose from. Whether you're into paddling, off-roading, or boating, there's something for everyone. And with average prices per night starting at just $25 and options as low as $5, camping has never been more affordable. Check out top campsites like Breakaway Farmstay (158 reviews), Pymbroke (96 reviews), and Alma's Hem Amphitheatre and Retreat (88 reviews) for some tried and true camping experiences. Plus, popular amenities like rubbish, toilets, and pet-friendly sites are available. Get ready to enjoy the great outdoors!

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Top-rated campgrounds near Kingscote

1. Marion Bay Bush Camping

95%

(142)

75km from Kingscote · 8 sites · Tents, RVs

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 to offer the most authentic camping experience for all. Firewood collection is prohibited. Land owner may do camp site inspection at anytime. Land owner has the rights to evict if you are not following our rules. On requesting a site you will be asked to read the conditions and provide some details including vehicle registration and full names. This is seperate to Hipcamp and requested by the property owners on each booking.

2. Alma's Hem Amphitheatre Retreat

99%

(379)

79km from Kingscote · 3 sites · Tents, RVs

Welcome to Alma’s Hem 🌿 Peaceful farm camping in the heart of the Fleurieu Peninsula Located on Ramindjeri Country, Alma’s Hem is a private, tranquil campground set beside a winter creek on a working cattle farm. Enjoy birdlife, wildlife and big starry skies. It boasts space, scrub and it's own natural amphitheatre, popular for weddings and celebrations when privately booked. * Camping options Tents, swags, caravans and RV's welcome Level, grassy and spacious sites Easy access all year for any vehicle King Deluxe swags with all bedding available to make camping extra easy! * Comforts and features Modern flushing toilets (yes, even camping can be luxurious) Undercover camp kitchen with gas BBQ table and chairs Fire pit at every site Firewood available to order. * Location highlights Less than 1 km to the Heysen Trail 15 mins to Victor Harbor for all your shopping needs 20 mins to Carrackalinga Beach 30 mins to Myponga Reservoir Close to kayaking, waterfalls, conservation parks * Good to know No foraging for firewood — surrounding scrub is heritage listed Friendly farm dogs may visit (can be kept away if needed) Leave No Trace: take all rubbish * Arrival Site map at the driveway entrance Contact us for larger group bookings We look forward to welcoming you ✨ Kylie and the Alma’s Hem Team

3. Kookaburra Cottage Farm

98%

(63)

68km from Kingscote · 1 site · Tent, RV

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. Its a birdwatchers paradise please check out the photos. 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) A RV dump point is located at 75 Main Street Yankalilla. Lovely scenic drives in the area and Victor Harbour, a larger regional town is only 25 minutes away.

from

AU$39

/ night

4. Waitpinga Ridge | Creek Camp Site

96%

(42)

78km from Kingscote · 1 site · Tent, RV

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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AU$49

/ night

5. Reefs Ocean Retreat

89%

(45)

75km from Kingscote · 23 sites · RVs

Our property of 16 acres of natural scrub offers walking access to the beach along a 100-metre sandy path. YOU MUST BE SELF CONTAINED TO STAY 😉 Located only 1 km from the township of Marion Bay, it is an easy stroll via the beach or road to the local jetty, Tavern, shop, playground, and community centre. The amazing Dhilba-Guuranda National Park is only 6 km away, providing many choices of great beaches - well known for surfing, fishing, swimming, and hiking trails. Pets are welcome ... but we do ask that they be kept on a lead and not left unsupervised whilst on the property. Clean up after your dogs, so no-one has to step in their poop!! The walk-on beach is dog friendly. Self contained campers only please. Bring everything you need and take it all with you on departure.

6. Nat and Stu's Place

97%

(15)

66km from Kingscote · 1 site · Tent, RV

Come and see the resilience of the Kangaroo Island Aussie bush. This property was sadly burnt-out last year but is bouncing back stronger than ever. Use this as your secluded basecamp for exploring Kangaroo Island. This property offers nature walks, bush camp fires (seasonal), rain water from tank, with fishing, beaches just 10 min away. Isolated peace and walk amongst the wallabies, kangaroos, goanna, echidnas. Enjoy the Wild flowers (seasonal) and plan your days travel to the nearby National Parks and Tourist Attractions across Kangaroo Island. Toilet facilities available upon request Take a walks around the fence line and up the fire access track. See variety of native wildlife in its natural habitat

7. Ballara Art & Lifestyle Retreat

100%

(10)

77km from Kingscote · 2 sites · RVs

A brief history of Ballara...Ballara is the 100-year-old family home built for William and Emilia (Millie) Baker & their five children. Built in 1910, it is understood Millie would not come to Warooka until the house was finished and furnished! Wise woman!William Baker came to Warooka as a young boy in 1884 with his mother, sister and 2 brothers, after the sudden death of his father.In the early 1900s, Will and his brother Alf became storekeepers, trading as Baker Bros. and running 2 stores in Warooka. Will, Alf and younger brother, Tom, also went on to become farmers.William met Millie when she came from Ballarat to visit her sister who lived at Warooka. Millie named her new home 'Ballara' in memory of her home town.A feature of the house is its ornate ceilings, and story has it that visitors came from afar especially to view them.William ran a wheat agency from an office on the front verandah and was also a contact for World War 1 recruitment.In 1927, William sadly died at only 50 years of age, leaving Millie on her own with their 5 children Doreen, Dulcie, William jr. (Bill), Ron, and Betsy.Millie died in 1965 and Ron continued living at Ballara until his death in 1988.Having never married and with no children of his own, Ron left the house and contents to his 10 nieces and nephews.After the family furniture was divided, Bill bought the house and placed it in the names of his three daughters.Carli and Penny were both able to enjoy some time living in the family home. Ballara still remains in the Baker family and is currently being cared for by Bill’s youngest daughter, Steph.

Camper favorites near Kingscote

Top-rated campgrounds reviewed by the Hipcamp community.

Waitpinga Ridge | Creek Camp Site

96%

(42)

78km from Kingscote · 1 site · Tent, RV

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.

from

AU$49

/ night

Reefs Ocean Retreat

89%

(45)

75km from Kingscote · 23 sites · RVs

Our property of 16 acres of natural scrub offers walking access to the beach along a 100-metre sandy path. YOU MUST BE SELF CONTAINED TO STAY 😉 Located only 1 km from the township of Marion Bay, it is an easy stroll via the beach or road to the local jetty, Tavern, shop, playground, and community centre. The amazing Dhilba-Guuranda National Park is only 6 km away, providing many choices of great beaches - well known for surfing, fishing, swimming, and hiking trails. Pets are welcome ... but we do ask that they be kept on a lead and not left unsupervised whilst on the property. Clean up after your dogs, so no-one has to step in their poop!! The walk-on beach is dog friendly. Self contained campers only please. Bring everything you need and take it all with you on departure.

Nat and Stu's Place

97%

(15)

66km from Kingscote · 1 site · Tent, RV

Come and see the resilience of the Kangaroo Island Aussie bush. This property was sadly burnt-out last year but is bouncing back stronger than ever. Use this as your secluded basecamp for exploring Kangaroo Island. This property offers nature walks, bush camp fires (seasonal), rain water from tank, with fishing, beaches just 10 min away. Isolated peace and walk amongst the wallabies, kangaroos, goanna, echidnas. Enjoy the Wild flowers (seasonal) and plan your days travel to the nearby National Parks and Tourist Attractions across Kangaroo Island. Toilet facilities available upon request Take a walks around the fence line and up the fire access track. See variety of native wildlife in its natural habitat

Ballara Art & Lifestyle Retreat

100%

(10)

77km from Kingscote · 2 sites · RVs

A brief history of Ballara...Ballara is the 100-year-old family home built for William and Emilia (Millie) Baker & their five children. Built in 1910, it is understood Millie would not come to Warooka until the house was finished and furnished! Wise woman!William Baker came to Warooka as a young boy in 1884 with his mother, sister and 2 brothers, after the sudden death of his father.In the early 1900s, Will and his brother Alf became storekeepers, trading as Baker Bros. and running 2 stores in Warooka. Will, Alf and younger brother, Tom, also went on to become farmers.William met Millie when she came from Ballarat to visit her sister who lived at Warooka. Millie named her new home 'Ballara' in memory of her home town.A feature of the house is its ornate ceilings, and story has it that visitors came from afar especially to view them.William ran a wheat agency from an office on the front verandah and was also a contact for World War 1 recruitment.In 1927, William sadly died at only 50 years of age, leaving Millie on her own with their 5 children Doreen, Dulcie, William jr. (Bill), Ron, and Betsy.Millie died in 1965 and Ron continued living at Ballara until his death in 1988.Having never married and with no children of his own, Ron left the house and contents to his 10 nieces and nephews.After the family furniture was divided, Bill bought the house and placed it in the names of his three daughters.Carli and Penny were both able to enjoy some time living in the family home. Ballara still remains in the Baker family and is currently being cared for by Bill’s youngest daughter, Steph.

Recent reviews from the Hipcamp community

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Kasey

5 days ago

Tent

With pets

3 nights at Nat and Stu's Place

Nat and Stu are so kind to share their place! It’s such a lovely, Private bush escape and has some big perks like a verandah for shelter and a toilet. We were super comfortable with our rooftop tent here, even our dog could come which made it soo good! It’s also very close to the west part of the island with Flinders Chase and some of the southern spots to visit like Vivienne Bay, Hanson Bay, and Seal Bay so we did a few day trips very easily. Thanks Nat and Stu! (:

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Romney

2 weeks ago

5 m car

1 night at Alma's Hem Amphitheatre Retreat

The camp site was peaceful. There is only 3 sites but I was the only person there. Kylie uses the site for live music gigs once or twice a year and people can hire the place for weddings. It's picturesque and the dogs, Juno and Audrey are gorgeous. I got my doggy fix . Kylie came down for a chat while I was at the camp kitchen. She's a lovely host. I would recommend the site to anyone who likes a quiet and scenic camp. Oh, the toilets were fancy and fabulous.

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David

3 weeks ago

Tent

Group trip

Weekend Trip to Marion Bay Bush Camping

Stayed at Site 7. Great spot that is isolated from other sites and still a short walk from the long drop toilet. Site is well sheltered by the native trees.

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Tayla

November 2025

Tent

Group trip

Weekend Trip to Marion Bay Bush Camping

Good location, secluded spots with lots of room. We had a great time!

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Theresa

November 2025

Tent

Weekend Trip to Marion Bay Bush Camping

We were in a great little spot. Quiet and no fuss. It was easy to find and close enough to the Tavern for dinner and to head to Innes National Park for the day.

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Sasha

November 2025

8 m travel trailer

With pets

1 night at Reefs Ocean Retreat

Great large, private sites and only a short walk to the beach. The beach access is easy and it's a great beach for a walk or swim. Sites had trees all around and were level. Close to town and the National Park.

Playing fetch can be exhausting, even for a resident farm dog.

Sean

November 2025

5 m car

With kids

3 nights at Alma's Hem Amphitheatre Retreat

Kylie is an amazing welcoming host and Alma's Helm is the perfect spot!

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Michael

November 2025

Tent

1 night at Marion Bay Bush Camping

Nice and quiet when we were there in Nov. it was all very easy

Jacob

November 2025

Tent

Weekend Trip to Alma's Hem Amphitheatre Retreat

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

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Bonnie

October 2025

Tent

3 nights at Kookaburra Cottage Farm

Beautiful surroundings and very peaceful area would definitely go again! Norm provided easy and helpful communication ensuring a safe and enjoyable trip

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Luke

October 2025

Tent

With kids

Weekend Trip to Marion Bay Bush Camping

Nice quiet bush camp nestled in amongst some lovely natural bushland easy access into the property site was clean and tidy met my expectations

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Mike

October 2025

9 m travel trailer

4 nights at Marion Bay Bush Camping

Our camp was very natural and quiet. We thoroughly enjoyed our stay.

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Wendy

October 2025

7 m travel trailer

Weekend Trip to Reefs Ocean Retreat

Was a great stay. Close to town and a nice walk to the beach. Nice open area which you can select where you want to set up camp. Nice set up.

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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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Chloe

October 2025

Tent

Group trip

Weekend Trip to Kookaburra Cottage Farm

We loved swag camping at Kookaburra Rest Campsite. There was plenty of firewood easily accessible and a lovely fenced property for some bird watching and exploration.

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Kate

September 2025

5 m pop-up camper

4 nights at Marion Bay Bush Camping

Site 7 is very private and separate from the other sites. Excellent level surface for tents, trailers etc. Light gravel surface was perfect- we had some rain and it drained away rapidly with no mud!

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Zara

September 2025

Tent

Weekend Trip to Kookaburra Cottage Farm

My partner and I had a great time here! Such a beautiful spot to camp. It was very peaceful and had lots of amazing wildlife too. Highly recommend. Norm was so friendly and welcoming, plus feeding the alpaca’s was so much fun. Thanks Norm!

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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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Daniele

September 2025

6 m travel trailer

Weekend Trip to Marion Bay Bush Camping

Great location. Private site with enough room for our group of 3 caravans. Will be back.

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Brad

September 2025

5 m car

With kids

Weekend Trip to Alma's Hem Amphitheatre 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