The best campgrounds near Penneshaw, South Australia with fishing

Looking for a camping adventure near Penneshaw, South Australia? Look no further than Hipcamp! With 97 options available, you'll find the perfect campsite to suit your accommodation preference, whether it's Breakaway Farmstay, Pymbroke, or Alma's Hem Amphitheatre and Retreat, all with glowing reviews. With an average price per night of $25 and options as low as $5, you'll find a campsite to fit your budget. And don't worry about amenities, popular campgrounds in the area offer showers, toilets, and cooking equipment. Plus, you can enjoy activities like fishing, snow sports, and paddling. So pack your bags, grab your gear, and get ready for an unforgettable camping experience in South Australia!

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Top-rated campgrounds

Looking for a camping adventure near Penneshaw, South Australia? Look no further than Hipcamp! With 97 options available, you'll find the perfect campsite to suit your accommodation preference, whether it's Breakaway Farmstay, Pymbroke, or Alma's Hem Amphitheatre and Retreat, all with glowing reviews. With an average price per night of $25 and options as low as $5, you'll find a campsite to fit your budget. And don't worry about amenities, popular campgrounds in the area offer showers, toilets, and cooking equipment. Plus, you can enjoy activities like fishing, snow sports, and paddling. So pack your bags, grab your gear, and get ready for an unforgettable camping experience in South Australia!

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1. Cooinda Retreats - RV and Camp Stay

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65km from Penneshaw · 33 sites · Tents, RVs · Victor Harbor, SA

Cooinda Retreats – Nature’s Happy Place 🌿 Find your peaceful bushland escape where the stars shine brighter, the air feels lighter, and your stay gives back. Nestled among native scrub with sweeping sea views, Cooinda Retreats blends the magic of nature with modern comforts — hot showers, clean facilities, Wi-Fi, and space to breathe. 🌟 Why Camp With Us? 🌿 Nature + Comfort Combined Wake to birdsong, not crowds. Wander through native bushland, relax by your fire pit (when permitted), and enjoy rustic charm with creature comforts. 💚 Camping That Makes a Difference Every stay supports our not-for-profit mission, funding inclusive programs for people doing it tough. When you camp here, you’re helping others find their happy place too. 🔥 Campfires Allowed only in designated platforms during safe periods (outside Fire Danger Season). Strictly no fires during bans. ✨ Seasonal Sites – Limited Time Only! On public holidays and school holidays, we open 12 extra seasonal sites across our grassy oval and bushland edge — spacious, scenic, and available only a few times a year. Check our Seasonal Sites listings to grab one while you can! 🔍 Choose Your Spot Powered & Premium Sites – some with pet enclosures 🐾 Site 1 – 15A powered, dog-friendly, fully enclosed (7 × 10 m) 🐾 Site 2a – Premium 15A powered, dog-friendly, fully enclosed (8 × 9 m) ⚡ Site 2b – Premium 10A powered (9 × 13 m) ⚡ Site 3a – Premium 10A powered (10.5 × 12 m) Non-Powered Sites ⛺ 3c – Swag / small tent zone 🏠 3d – Motorhome / rooftop tent layout 🌅 4 – Gentle slope, large site (12 × 9 m) 🐾 5 – Dog-friendly, fully enclosed (16 × 12 m) 🌳 6 – Quiet bushland retreat (7 × 11 m) 🌿 7 – Premium non-powered (11 × 7.5 m) 🌄 8 – Open & scenic (10 × 10.5 m) 🌊 9 – Lawn with ocean views (10 × 10.5 m) 🌊 10 – Elevated ocean outlook (10 × 10.5 m) ✅ Included with Every Stay 🚿 Hot showers & toilets 💧 Potable water 🍽 Camp kitchen + Wi-Fi 🚐 RV dump point ♻️ Leave No Trace We don’t provide rubbish bins — this helps protect the environment and keeps site costs affordable for everyone. Please take all waste with you and help us keep this place clean, wild, and wonderful. Camp with heart, unwind under the stars, and know every sunrise at Cooinda Retreats helps someone else find theirs. 🌞

2. The Scrub Campsite - Inman Valley

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57km from Penneshaw · 13 sites · Tents, RVs · Lower Inman Valley, SA

The Scrub Campsite located in remnant vegetation (14 minutes from Victor Harbor ) is a rustic self check in campsite as the owners do not reside near the campsite. Campers choose their site in the designated camp spots. Sites are not allocated unless by prior arrangement. Persons under 18, youth groups, school groups or scout groups etc. are not permitted to book at the campsite. A communal camp kitchen, water tanks and compost toilet is available for campers use. Fire pits are located at each site. Campers will be advised of fire bans. Wood can be purchased from the self service white ibc container for $15 for 20kgs. Please adhere to the camp rules which are posted at each campsite. The campsite is located on the Heysen Trail and close to many Lower Fleurieu Peninsula beaches and attractions. The popular Belicious Cafe is a 45 minute walk. Whole campsite bookings can be made by contacting the owners. We ask that campers respect all other campers, the land that they are camping on and follow the campers motto - Leave nothing but your footprints. Once booked you will receive a text outlining the camp policies and instructions.

3. Alma's Hem Amphitheatre Retreat

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55km from Penneshaw · 3 sites · Tents, RVs · Inman Valley, SA

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

4. Kookaburra Cottage Farm

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44km from Penneshaw · 1 site · Tent, RV · Parawa, SA

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.

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AU$39

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5. Meanfeat Downs

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35km from Penneshaw · 8 sites · Tents, RVs · Bay Of Shoals, SA

A beautiful location 12 km from Kingscote and a shot drive from Kangaroo island brewery. 300m from the bay off shoals and around the corner from Emu bay Boxing bay and Turners Drive looking over Kingscote Harbour. The property abundant with wildlife, kangaroos, wallabies, goannas, echidna and passing koalas. The bird life is spectacular and never ending. You can choose your spot to nestle in to overlooking the bay, Wisagna hills or the range behind Emu bay.

6. Emu Bay Hideaway, Kangaroo Island

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38km from Penneshaw · 15 sites · Tents, RVs, Lodging · Emu Bay, SA

Welcome to your dream destination!! We have two different locations available in Kangaroo Island with some options of sites in each. FIRST LOCATION: EMU BAY HIDEAWAY-30 hectares of peace, mainly vegetated with Kangaroo Island Narrow-leaved Mallee (Eucalyptus cneorifolia, a nationally-protected ecological community). Kangaroos and wallabies are in abundance. It has a wonderful feeling of remoteness and seclusion yet is so close to iconic Emu Bay. Those with 4WD may choose sites overlooking Shoal Bay towards Kingscote. Alternatively, you may set up camp anywhere on the property. There is even one under-cover position with a concrete floor for those concerned about the weather. There are no amenities so guests need to be 100% self-sufficient (including BYO drinking water and toilet) and leave no trace. It is a wild block and only five minutes from the iconic Emu Bay, where the white sandy beach runs for 4kms, most of which is backed by 10 to 20-meter-high dunes. It is one of the best beaches on the island with crystal-clear water. SECOND LOCATION: Farm Stay about 15 km from Emu Bay and 20km from the main town of Kingscote. This is an operating small sheep farm of over 100ha. For security reasons the exact location is not advertised, but will be disclosed upon arrival on Kangaroo Island. There are several beautiful sites. This location is fairly central to most KI visitor attractions. It is a secure place to set up camp and have peace of mind that your belongings will be safe while you are away from the site. The host takes care to situate sites to give campers the feeling of exclusiveness. NOTES; Check with me before lighting a campfire - this depends on the season and risk. Dogs are permitted if well controlled (register visiting dogs with local council). IMPORTANT: As I have very limited access to the Internet, It is preferred that if you have questions, you can text or call me, Rosalie, on 0490485123. Please note - all bookings MUST still go through the Hipcamp system, no exceptions. Kangaroo Island is serviced by regular ferry - check SeaLink for details. As the service requires advance bookings, please secure your passage to the island before booking your site. Thank you.

7. Rocky Dale Farm

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66km from Penneshaw · 1 site · Tent, RV · Hindmarsh Valley, SA

This is a campsite for those who want the best of both worlds, the serenity of the Australian Bush, but close to all the modern conveniences and holiday activities. Surrounded by the Hindmarsh Valley National Park and a working sheep farm, you’ll be sharing this campsite with the local kangaroos, and if you’re lucky, an echidna or two. There’s a creek running through, and vibrant bird life. Nearby is a beautiful bush-walk through the Mount Billy Conservation Park. Situated half way between Myponga and Victor Harbor, only 15 minutes to either, there are many activities available. Kayaking on the Myponga reservoir, or surfing, swimming and sun bathing at either Horseshoe Bay or Waitpinga. Urimbirra wildlife park is less than 10 minutes away, and around the corner is the Softfoot Alpaca Farm, with the on-site Swagman Restaurant. Also in Hindmarsh Valley is the lovely restaurant Lost Phoenix Farm. Over your stay, you will likely encounter our two dogs, Lola and Sherlock, who very much enjoy meeting our guests. Lola is particularly fond of children and loves to play fetch with them, whilst Sherlock will try charm you out of your sausages. Despite what he says, he is well fed at home. They are both good at giving high fives. If you would prefer not to see the dogs, please just let us know and we will keep them under strict supervision. An RV dump point is located on Adelaide Road, Victor Harbor, within the tourist information bay, 200m south of Waterport Road, approximately 10 minutes from the site.

8. Gum Park Beef Farm

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70km from Penneshaw · 3 sites · Tents, RVs · Port Elliot, SA

Gum Park is a working Cattle Property where our family lives and works full time. We also have a butchery on farm where we process our own beef and pork for sale at local farmer's markets. Gum Park is a certified organic farm, so no chemicals are sprayed on our pastures or anywhere within our property. Our property is at the top of the watershed, so we don't get run off from other properties nearby. We are situated 14 km from the centre of Victor Harbor on the top of Cut Hill. Other towns close by are Pt Elliot (9km) and Mount Compass (14km). The Hipcamp campsite is situated in a paddock setting, nestled up against native scrub.

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Kookaburra Cottage Farm

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(63)

44km from Penneshaw · 1 site · Tent, RV · Parawa, SA

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.

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AU$39

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Meanfeat Downs

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35km from Penneshaw · 8 sites · Tents, RVs · Bay Of Shoals, SA

A beautiful location 12 km from Kingscote and a shot drive from Kangaroo island brewery. 300m from the bay off shoals and around the corner from Emu bay Boxing bay and Turners Drive looking over Kingscote Harbour. The property abundant with wildlife, kangaroos, wallabies, goannas, echidna and passing koalas. The bird life is spectacular and never ending. You can choose your spot to nestle in to overlooking the bay, Wisagna hills or the range behind Emu bay.

Emu Bay Hideaway, Kangaroo Island

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38km from Penneshaw · 15 sites · Tents, RVs, Lodging · Emu Bay, SA

Welcome to your dream destination!! We have two different locations available in Kangaroo Island with some options of sites in each. FIRST LOCATION: EMU BAY HIDEAWAY-30 hectares of peace, mainly vegetated with Kangaroo Island Narrow-leaved Mallee (Eucalyptus cneorifolia, a nationally-protected ecological community). Kangaroos and wallabies are in abundance. It has a wonderful feeling of remoteness and seclusion yet is so close to iconic Emu Bay. Those with 4WD may choose sites overlooking Shoal Bay towards Kingscote. Alternatively, you may set up camp anywhere on the property. There is even one under-cover position with a concrete floor for those concerned about the weather. There are no amenities so guests need to be 100% self-sufficient (including BYO drinking water and toilet) and leave no trace. It is a wild block and only five minutes from the iconic Emu Bay, where the white sandy beach runs for 4kms, most of which is backed by 10 to 20-meter-high dunes. It is one of the best beaches on the island with crystal-clear water. SECOND LOCATION: Farm Stay about 15 km from Emu Bay and 20km from the main town of Kingscote. This is an operating small sheep farm of over 100ha. For security reasons the exact location is not advertised, but will be disclosed upon arrival on Kangaroo Island. There are several beautiful sites. This location is fairly central to most KI visitor attractions. It is a secure place to set up camp and have peace of mind that your belongings will be safe while you are away from the site. The host takes care to situate sites to give campers the feeling of exclusiveness. NOTES; Check with me before lighting a campfire - this depends on the season and risk. Dogs are permitted if well controlled (register visiting dogs with local council). IMPORTANT: As I have very limited access to the Internet, It is preferred that if you have questions, you can text or call me, Rosalie, on 0490485123. Please note - all bookings MUST still go through the Hipcamp system, no exceptions. Kangaroo Island is serviced by regular ferry - check SeaLink for details. As the service requires advance bookings, please secure your passage to the island before booking your site. Thank you.

Rocky Dale Farm

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66km from Penneshaw · 1 site · Tent, RV · Hindmarsh Valley, SA

This is a campsite for those who want the best of both worlds, the serenity of the Australian Bush, but close to all the modern conveniences and holiday activities. Surrounded by the Hindmarsh Valley National Park and a working sheep farm, you’ll be sharing this campsite with the local kangaroos, and if you’re lucky, an echidna or two. There’s a creek running through, and vibrant bird life. Nearby is a beautiful bush-walk through the Mount Billy Conservation Park. Situated half way between Myponga and Victor Harbor, only 15 minutes to either, there are many activities available. Kayaking on the Myponga reservoir, or surfing, swimming and sun bathing at either Horseshoe Bay or Waitpinga. Urimbirra wildlife park is less than 10 minutes away, and around the corner is the Softfoot Alpaca Farm, with the on-site Swagman Restaurant. Also in Hindmarsh Valley is the lovely restaurant Lost Phoenix Farm. Over your stay, you will likely encounter our two dogs, Lola and Sherlock, who very much enjoy meeting our guests. Lola is particularly fond of children and loves to play fetch with them, whilst Sherlock will try charm you out of your sausages. Despite what he says, he is well fed at home. They are both good at giving high fives. If you would prefer not to see the dogs, please just let us know and we will keep them under strict supervision. An RV dump point is located on Adelaide Road, Victor Harbor, within the tourist information bay, 200m south of Waterport Road, approximately 10 minutes from the site.

Gum Park Beef Farm

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70km from Penneshaw · 3 sites · Tents, RVs · Port Elliot, SA

Gum Park is a working Cattle Property where our family lives and works full time. We also have a butchery on farm where we process our own beef and pork for sale at local farmer's markets. Gum Park is a certified organic farm, so no chemicals are sprayed on our pastures or anywhere within our property. Our property is at the top of the watershed, so we don't get run off from other properties nearby. We are situated 14 km from the centre of Victor Harbor on the top of Cut Hill. Other towns close by are Pt Elliot (9km) and Mount Compass (14km). The Hipcamp campsite is situated in a paddock setting, nestled up against native scrub.

Stories from the community

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Nicole

2 weeks ago

Tent

1 night at The Scrub Campsite - Inman Valley

A lovely piece of nature to camp in. Saw echidnas & tiny blue wrens. The camp kitchen was well provisioned with water & bbqs as well as cooking equipment. Nice & quiet - we were the only ones there. Would definitely camp there again.

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Michelle

2 weeks ago

9 m travel trailer

3 nights at Gum Park Beef Farm

We camped at Orchid campsite was lovely to be in the bush with views of the river gum trees.

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Andree

2 weeks ago

7 m travel trailer

With pets

3 nights at Cooinda Retreats - RV and Camp Stay

A lovely peaceful place to stay in Victor Harbor, with lovely water views, well kept sites and very welcoming hosts. We loved the views, the amenities and also being in a quiet location a little out of the town. The hosts and the amenities were great and we highly recommend to others. .

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Harry

3 weeks ago

4 m pop-up camper

Weekend Trip to Cooinda Retreats - RV and Camp Stay

Loved camping at Cooinda, very friendly staff and good amenities, nice flat spots for camper trailers ect and great views of the ocean, would definitely recommend

Ilana

3 weeks ago

Tent

1 night at The Scrub Campsite - Inman Valley

Beautiful quiet spot and really thoughfully set up campsite. Stunning views over the hills with hundreds of birds. Was super easy to find with great signage! Camp fires available, camp kitchen, nice clean toilet. Everything we wanted! Thanks for having us.

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Catherine

3 weeks ago

Tent

Weekend Trip to The Scrub Campsite - Inman Valley

Cute little getaway not far from Adelaide had a Ecco toilet and shower if you need 10 sites to choose from games to play wooden go carts swings fire pits at each site undercover communal are with 2 large bbq’s couch and table and chairs scattered around it’s has plenty of nature to see ducks on the dam bunnies and kangaroos hopping around cute little blue birds galas and white cockatoos true nature fix so close to home but you feel like you’re in the middle of nowhere I highly recommend

Ash

November 2025

Tent

Group trip

Weekend Trip to Rocky Dale Farm

We were a group of 8 friends and this was our third time staying at this campsite. Another brilliant experience! The place is well-kept, relaxing, and always enjoyable. Luke and his partner are fantastic hosts — friendly, helpful, and welcoming. Highly recommended.

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 and Retreat

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

Ash

November 2025

Tent

1 night at Rocky Dale Farm

We were a group of 8 friends and this was our third time staying at this campsite. Another brilliant experience! The place is well-kept, relaxing, and always enjoyable. Luke and his partner are fantastic hosts — friendly, helpful, and welcoming. Highly recommended.

Lydia

November 2025

7 m travel trailer

Weekend Trip to Cooinda Retreats - RV and Camp Stay

The peace & quiet with beautiful grass & having a campfire made Cooinda the perfect site for our 18ft caravan

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Laura

November 2025

4 m Class B

Weekend Trip to The Scrub Campsite - Inman Valley

Serene. Lots of bird life. Appreciated having the compost toilet

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Mal

November 2025

Tent

With pets

2 nights at Cooinda Retreats - RV and Camp Stay

We stayed for 2 nights and the hosts were excellent. The site had great views, overall it was a great stay. Highly recommended.

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Irfan

November 2025

Tent

Group trip

Weekend Trip to The Scrub Campsite - Inman Valley

An absolute gem of a campsite! The scenery is breathtaking, with towering trees and a tranquil lake. The facilities are top-notch, and the staff are friendly and helpful. Perfect for families, couples, or solo adventurers. We can't wait to return!

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Amber

November 2025

9 m travel trailer

With kids

Weekend Trip to Rocky Dale Farm

What a beautiful spot and such a lovely hosts. Our kids loved exploring and seeing lots of kangaroos. Our kids absolutely fell in love with Lola their dog who would come when the kids called her and played all day long with them such a highlight! Hosts were so accommodating and great with communication we will 100 % be back again (our kids want to come back every weekend!) Thanks again! Best off grid stay so far!

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Ehsan

November 2025

Tent

With kids

Weekend Trip to The Scrub Campsite - Inman Valley

Perfect facilities especially for kids, beautiful views, excellent kitchen area, shower, clean toilet, and so much more

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Adrian

November 2025

6 m travel trailer

With pets

Weekend Trip to Cooinda Retreats - RV and Camp Stay

We had a dog enclosure site (site 1) which was great. Dogs were Completely safe and we Could enjoy ourselves without worrying. The grounds were well maintained with beautiful green grass . The onsite caretaker and his wife were very helpful and courteous.

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Liz

November 2025

7 m travel trailer

3 nights at Cooinda Retreats - RV and Camp Stay

Really nice quiet spot up in the hill overlooking the water and Granite island. Perfect size spots for a small van.

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Jane

November 2025

5 m Class B

5 nights at Cooinda Retreats - RV and Camp Stay

This really is a hidden gem. I’d recommend it to those who enjoy tranquility and spectacular views. Amenities were clean and in excellent condition.

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josh

November 2025

Tent

Weekend Trip to The Scrub Campsite - Inman Valley

Absolutely amazing little place to camp! Will definitely be booking another stay soon

Tricia

November 2025

5 m pop-up camper

4 nights at Cooinda Retreats - RV and Camp Stay

I absolutely loved my stay at Cooinda, so much so I booked again before I even packed up and left! I was on site 1 which was fantastic for my dogs as it is fully inclosed. Over the 4 nights I had a rotation of great friends come and stay and they too loved everything. Cooinda is so pretty, peaceful and spacious with great facilities. The grass is so lush and green and the view towards the ocean was lovely. Can't wait to my next trip!