The best campgrounds near Laura, South Australia with hiking

For hiking-focused camping around Laura, you’ve got over 150 options, from bushland clearings to rugged foothills. Expect sites where trailheads start right at your tent flap, with access to winding tracks through mallee scrub and rocky gorges. Nights average around $20, but you can pitch up for as little as $12 if you’re watching your budget. Top picks include Catninga Camps & Accommodation (122 reviews), where you’ll wake to magpie calls and sweeping views; Heggies Hill Bush Camp (104 reviews), known for its wide-open skies and secluded feel; and Heyson Base Camp (58 reviews), a solid launchpad for multi-day hikes. Most sites are pet-friendly and have essentials like showers and toilets. When you’re not trekking, try your hand at fishing, cool off with a swim, or spot roos and wedge-tails at dawn. Pack sturdy boots—some trails are rocky, and the best outlooks don’t come easy.

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Top-rated campgrounds

For hiking-focused camping around Laura, you’ve got over 150 options, from bushland clearings to rugged foothills. Expect sites where trailheads start right at your tent flap, with access to winding tracks through mallee scrub and rocky gorges. Nights average around $20, but you can pitch up for as little as $12 if you’re watching your budget. Top picks include Catninga Camps & Accommodation (122 reviews), where you’ll wake to magpie calls and sweeping views; Heggies Hill Bush Camp (104 reviews), known for its wide-open skies and secluded feel; and Heyson Base Camp (58 reviews), a solid launchpad for multi-day hikes. Most sites are pet-friendly and have essentials like showers and toilets. When you’re not trekking, try your hand at fishing, cool off with a swim, or spot roos and wedge-tails at dawn. Pack sturdy boots—some trails are rocky, and the best outlooks don’t come easy.

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Top-rated campgrounds

1. Spear Creek Holiday Park

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74km from Laura · 81 sites · Tents, RVs · Wilmington, SA

Spear Creek is more than just another Holiday Park. Set immediately adjacent to the Western slopes of the Flinders Ranges in the middle of a 21,000 acre working sheep station providing privacy, security and an experience like no other. Spear Creek is located 25 kilometres south-east of Port Augusta, only 12km off Highway 1. Our eastern boundary follows the summit of the ranges north from Horrocks Pass, with walking trails through deep gorges to range top views of upper Spencer Gulf. The Holiday park is nestled amongst 600 year old river red gums adjacent to the ranges. You may meet any of the three different species of kangaroos, echidnas, or 85 species of birds including wedge-tail eagles and peregrine falcons who call Spear Creek home. The owner operators of this tourism business are fourth generation, whose families have been farmers and graziers on this land for over 130 years.

2. Heggies Hill Bush Camp

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35km from Laura · 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.

3. Catninga Camps & Accommodation

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80km from Laura · 18 sites · Tents, RVs · Woolundunga, SA

Located between the Northern Flinders Ranges and the Southern Flinders Ranges, but only a quick 20 mins from full shopping and medical needs. Set with a backdrop of high mountain ranges, deep gorges and looking towards blue waters of Spencer Gulf, 'Catninga' is the perfect choice to give you a taste of the Flinders Ranges and some outback charm. We have stunning bush camping options including some powered sites; 'On Site Retro Caravan' or our 'Carriage BnB'; or 'Tiny House' (view separate listings to book these). Many hiking trails and nature walks. Our Peter Goode Gully Hike joins the Heysen Trail to take you to the top on Mt Brown. Selected farm animals to see and feed (please ask hosts before approaching any farm animals). Bush Camping Private bush campsites with no close neighbours located on the banks of a River Red Gum studded creek. Stunning scenery and beautiful sunsets. Enjoy our billion-star camping accommodation. Private long drop toilet available at each campsite. We have 'shower trees' at some bush campsites.

4. Redhill Camp

40km from Laura · 4 sites · Tents, RVs · Lake View, SA

Redhill is a town in the Mid North adjacent to the Broughton River. A great gateway town on the Flinders Ranges and great place to get away from the hustle and bustle yet close to major highways and amenities. Off the Augusta Highway. Currently used as a farm paddock land, a great place to camp overnight with views over the area. 4WD access recommended. The town has other facilities nearby. Self sufficient site. Gateway town to much more in the Mount Remarkable region.

5. Cartapo Creek - Farm Stay

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62km from Laura · 3 sites · Tents, RVs · Burra, SA

Want to have a unique camping experience away or sick of crowded caravan sites? Or perhaps you just need a tranquil break from the city or a weekend away from your hectic life? Cartapo Creek - Hobby Farm is suitable for on and off-road caravans, 4WD, 2WD & AWD vehicles. Suitable for multiple groups that want to camp together. We have a 35 acre farm at the base of the Mt Lofty Ranges in Hallett. To the east of us is Mt Razorback and Mt Bryan which is part of the Heysen Trail. We have a mixture of Sheep, Cows, Pigs, Alpacas, Chickens and Peafowl roaming the property. Campers will be separate from roaming livestock, however can access them easily if they wish. Keep up to date with all things happening on the farm and follow our Instagram page - https://www.instagram.com/cartapo.creek/

6. Heyson Base Camp

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52km from Laura · 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.

7. Rocky River Off-Grid

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14km from Laura · 4 sites · Tents, RVs · Wirrabara, SA

This campsite is mostly flat with the Rocky River running through my property, surrounded with river gum trees and plenty of bird life including kookaburras and Corellas. The property is fairly central to the localities of Laura, Stone Hut, Wirrabara, Melrose and Wilmington. Port Pirie is about 50km away if you need any major conveniences or supplies. You will need to be self-contained with your own camping toilet/shower and drinking water supply. We grow veggies on our land - if you would like some for your campfire dinner please ask me. Campfires are allowed. Dogs welcome.

Camper favorites near Laura

Top-rated campgrounds reviewed by the Hipcamp community.

Redhill Camp

40km from Laura · 4 sites · Tents, RVs · Lake View, SA

Redhill is a town in the Mid North adjacent to the Broughton River. A great gateway town on the Flinders Ranges and great place to get away from the hustle and bustle yet close to major highways and amenities. Off the Augusta Highway. Currently used as a farm paddock land, a great place to camp overnight with views over the area. 4WD access recommended. The town has other facilities nearby. Self sufficient site. Gateway town to much more in the Mount Remarkable region.

Cartapo Creek - Farm Stay

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62km from Laura · 3 sites · Tents, RVs · Burra, SA

Want to have a unique camping experience away or sick of crowded caravan sites? Or perhaps you just need a tranquil break from the city or a weekend away from your hectic life? Cartapo Creek - Hobby Farm is suitable for on and off-road caravans, 4WD, 2WD & AWD vehicles. Suitable for multiple groups that want to camp together. We have a 35 acre farm at the base of the Mt Lofty Ranges in Hallett. To the east of us is Mt Razorback and Mt Bryan which is part of the Heysen Trail. We have a mixture of Sheep, Cows, Pigs, Alpacas, Chickens and Peafowl roaming the property. Campers will be separate from roaming livestock, however can access them easily if they wish. Keep up to date with all things happening on the farm and follow our Instagram page - https://www.instagram.com/cartapo.creek/

Heyson Base Camp

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52km from Laura · 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.

Rocky River Off-Grid

78%

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14km from Laura · 4 sites · Tents, RVs · Wirrabara, SA

This campsite is mostly flat with the Rocky River running through my property, surrounded with river gum trees and plenty of bird life including kookaburras and Corellas. The property is fairly central to the localities of Laura, Stone Hut, Wirrabara, Melrose and Wilmington. Port Pirie is about 50km away if you need any major conveniences or supplies. You will need to be self-contained with your own camping toilet/shower and drinking water supply. We grow veggies on our land - if you would like some for your campfire dinner please ask me. Campfires are allowed. Dogs welcome.

Stories from the community

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Jon

2 days ago

Tent

3 nights at Catninga Camps & Accommodation

I really enjoyed my stay at this campsite (no 5), it had plenty of space, nice bush views with emus and a nice tree shower and long drop. All well done. Heather was a great host, friendly and helpful.

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Kevin

3 weeks ago

9 m travel trailer

Weekend Trip to Cartapo Creek - Farm Stay

Oliver and Chloe were great hosts. The area was cut and ready for us to settle in and relax. The farm location was close enough to go in and spend a great day looking around Burra. And then being far enough away from the traffic and bustle to return to our site and relax and enjoy the sunset. Lovely spot. Would definitely stay again.

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Michelle

3 weeks ago

5 m Class B

With pets

Weekend Trip to Catninga Camps & Accommodation

I was in camp 5, with only 1 other camper visible off in the distance. The space looking down towards Port Augusta is huge. Unfortunately it was 32 degrees and extremely windy, and was not comfortable at all. Loads of flies. Luckily the big old gum tree provided shade. Any walks were out of the question. Once the wind dropped and the flies disappeared it was a pleasant spot to relax in. The sunset was beautiful.

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Guilherme

3 weeks ago

4 m Class B

With pets

Weekend Trip to Spear Creek Holiday Park

Me, my partner and our cat had the best time possible at Spear Creek! All the staff was lovely, and helpful. We are very thankful for everything, and a honourable mention for Jordan and Anna, who made our 1 night there unforgettable! If you go there you must try the Dorper!!

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John

3 weeks ago

4 m Class B

1 night at Spear Creek Holiday Park

Good facilities good staff. Good locatiion On the road from Wilmington to port Augusta good jump off for uluru.

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Angel

November 2025

Tent

With pets

Weekend Trip to Catninga Camps & Accommodation

Such a beautiful spot- my partner, pup and I, had the most relaxing time enjoying the stunning views and privacy of Camp 1. Would love to come back again with the family as there is so much space on each site, the long drops were clean as, and we’d like to explore the hiking further as it was quite hot by the time we peeled our bottoms of the camping chairs, and the snakes were out to play! Thanks again Heather 🙌🏽

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Dustin

November 2025

14 m travel trailer

1 night at Catninga Camps & Accommodation

What a great spot. Great hosts and an amazing outlook. Camp #5 is a neat bush setting and mountains in the background. Not far out of Port Augusta but you feel like you are in the middle of nowhere.

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abbey

October 2025

9 m travel trailer

Weekend Trip to Cartapo Creek - Farm Stay

Absolutely outstanding stay in our caravan! What a wicked family, very friendly and gave us great information while traveling. Would 100% recommend this Hipcamp for anyone going through. Great location and the animals were so friendly! Can’t wait to head back

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Kylie

October 2025

6 m travel trailer

With pets

2 nights at Cartapo Creek - Farm Stay

We enjoyed staying at Cartapo Creek Farm Stay with Chloe and Oliver. They're a lovely young couple, very welcoming, nothing too much trouble. We had the entire camp ground to ourselves, peaceful, stunning rural setting. We purchased some meat from them and had a camp fire, it was what we needed to escape the hustle and bustle. A nice drive into Burra, stunning farm land, rolling hills and green pastures.

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Katie

October 2025

Tent

Weekend Trip to Catninga Camps & Accommodation

Helen saved me with a late check in as a national park campground nearby was unexpectedly closed. She was quick to respond with a booking request. property is easy to find. super spacious sites, heaps of room between you and others. Toilets. Property is on a rise so has a nice sunset view. And the icing on the cake, bush shower under a tree. What a treat.

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Samantha

October 2025

Tent

Weekend Trip to Catninga Camps & Accommodation

Nice campsite. Clean and spacious. The toilet facilities were clean and well maintained.

Monique

October 2025

6 m Class B

With pets

Weekend Trip to Catninga Camps & Accommodation

Absolutely stunning views, great secluded spot, lots of bird life to relax too. Wonderful hosts that went above and beyond for us. Close to Port Augusta if you need to go into a town but far enough away to for the peace! We will definitely visit again!!

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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Kelsie

October 2025

Tent

With pets

Weekend Trip to Catninga Camps & Accommodation

Lovely spot. Felt private and quiet and has an amazing view. The nicest long drop toilet I’ve been to! We loved our stay.

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Maria

October 2025

Tent

Weekend Trip to Catninga Camps & Accommodation

Such a lovely campsite with views of the mountains and cattle in the surroundings. Trees provided shade and the dry toilet was clean. Heather was also really accommodating and helped us out with what we needed. Definitely would recommend.

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Hugh

October 2025

14 m travel trailer

3 nights at Cartapo Creek - Farm Stay

Picturesque farm stay with lovely views over surrounding paddocks and range. Hosts are superb friendly and lovely people. Diverse range of farm animals, which is great for kids. The camping sites are well spaced, with trees in between, so we felt we had our own space. Property is well situated for exploring the mid-North and Clare Valley.

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Rachael

October 2025

4 m travel trailer

With kids

1 night at Spear Creek Holiday Park

We had a fantastic stay at Spear Creek Holiday Park. The land is stunning, with views of the Southern Flinders Ranges. Our caravan site came with water and power, which made things super comfortable. The barista coffee cart, run by the lovely Anna, was a morning highlight (Melbourne coffee snob approved). We also picked up lamb from their farm as well as wine from the kiosk, which was stocked with essentials like milk and marshmallows—things we definitely would have needed if we’d stayed longer. Evenings around the fire pits were a perfect way to unwind. A great mix of outback adventure and creature comforts.

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Kathryn

September 2025

6 m travel trailer

With kids

Weekend Trip to Cartapo Creek - Farm Stay

We just spent three nights at Cartapo Farm Stay and absolutely loved it. It’s bush camping at its best, with the added security of being able to leave the van and head into the lovely town of Burra for a look around. My granddaughter especially enjoyed feeding the pigs, which was such a highlight for her. The hosts were very friendly and welcoming, and the fire at night made for a beautiful, relaxing atmosphere. It was such a peaceful stay, and I’d definitely recommend it to anyone wanting to spend a few days exploring Burra.

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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.