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The best camping near Tumby Bay with campfires
97% (93) • 7 campsites
Top-rated campgrounds near Tumby Bay
Wattle Ridge
1. Wattle Ridge
96%
(13)
31km from Tumby Bay · 2 sites · Tents, RVs
Wattle Ridge is 140 acres of hilly natural scrub and clear land. There is a winter creek, dam and soaks with yabbies,
Campers can enjoy bush walking and some native animals.
There are no neighbours visible.
The property has a camp shelter with 12v solar power, sink with running rainwater, heated outdoor shower, basic cooking pots and pans and cutlery, campfire with wood provided.
Pets
Toilets
Showers
from
AU$31
/ night
Mikkira Station Koala Sanctuary
2. Mikkira Station Koala Sanctuary
98%
(101)
64km from Tumby Bay · 22 sites · Tents, RVs
The best place to see koalas up close. Mikkira Wild Koala Sanctuary is a privately owned property located just south of the coastal fishing town of Port Lincoln, near the tip of the Eyre Peninsula in South Australia.
Home to over 100 wild koalas, you’ll often spot them resting on the low branches of their favourite eucalyptus, the manna gum, offering a special and memorable wildlife experience.
Winner of the Grey Nomad Awards – Best Freedom Stay.
Camping is available throughout the winter months when the property is beautifully green. There is a large, open camping area with plenty of space to relax and unwind.
Camping is closed from mid-October to mid-April due to high bushfire risk. Tours operate during this time — please get in touch if you’d like to visit.
Strictly no dogs. No firewood collecting. No campfires on the ground (fires in contained fire pits are permitted).
Suitable for caravans, off-road RVs and tents. Facilities include hot showers, toilets, a shelter shed, and Glamper Campers available for hire.
Toilets
Showers
Potable water
from
AU$37
/ night
Bay views 885
3. Bay views 885
100%
(6)
37km from Tumby Bay · 10 sites · Tents, RVs
Small farm with amazing views on the hill, take a hike around the property or walk across the road to a walking trail and beach.
We don’t have designated parks , welcome to pick a spot either on the flat land or up on the hill !
Pets
from
AU$25
/ night
Bee Keepers Homestead
4. Bee Keepers Homestead
83%
(6)
42km from Tumby Bay · 2 sites · Tents, RVs
Set in a peaceful valley surrounded by native bushland, this 10-acre property offers the perfect balance of serenity and adventure. Just a short 10-minute drive from Port Lincoln, it feels a world away—offering hipcampers the ideal mix of seclusion and convenience.
The landscape features open clearings, gentle rises, and shaded pockets beneath scattered eucalypts—perfect for pitching a tent or parking your van. Birdlife is abundant, and on still mornings, the only sound is the breeze rustling through the trees. Whether you're stargazing by the fire or watching the light shift across the valley at dusk, this is a place to slow down and truly reconnect with nature.
Steeped in local history, the property was the first to be established in the area and was once used for commercial beekeeping. The original house on the site has its own unique story—it was formerly the Post Office building from Maralinga, relocated here in the 1970s.
Pets
Toilets
Potable water
from
AU$37
/ night
Red Gum Park
5. Red Gum Park
100%
(5)
56km from Tumby Bay · 1 site · Tent, RV
Natural bush, off grid family property located near Coffin Bay on the West Coast of South Australia.
Nestled within a Red Gum forest near excellent fishing spots and beautiful beaches.
We offer a quiet, secluded property to camp in natural untouched Australian bush land with many bird and plant species as your friends.
Pets
Picnic table
from
AU$31
/ night
97% (93) • 7 campsites
Top-rated campgrounds near Tumby Bay
Wattle Ridge
1. Wattle Ridge
96%
(13)
31km from Tumby Bay · 2 sites · Tents, RVs
Wattle Ridge is 140 acres of hilly natural scrub and clear land. There is a winter creek, dam and soaks with yabbies,
Campers can enjoy bush walking and some native animals.
There are no neighbours visible.
The property has a camp shelter with 12v solar power, sink with running rainwater, heated outdoor shower, basic cooking pots and pans and cutlery, campfire with wood provided.
Pets
Toilets
Showers
from
AU$31
/ night
Mikkira Station Koala Sanctuary
2. Mikkira Station Koala Sanctuary
98%
(101)
64km from Tumby Bay · 22 sites · Tents, RVs
The best place to see koalas up close. Mikkira Wild Koala Sanctuary is a privately owned property located just south of the coastal fishing town of Port Lincoln, near the tip of the Eyre Peninsula in South Australia.
Home to over 100 wild koalas, you’ll often spot them resting on the low branches of their favourite eucalyptus, the manna gum, offering a special and memorable wildlife experience.
Winner of the Grey Nomad Awards – Best Freedom Stay.
Camping is available throughout the winter months when the property is beautifully green. There is a large, open camping area with plenty of space to relax and unwind.
Camping is closed from mid-October to mid-April due to high bushfire risk. Tours operate during this time — please get in touch if you’d like to visit.
Strictly no dogs. No firewood collecting. No campfires on the ground (fires in contained fire pits are permitted).
Suitable for caravans, off-road RVs and tents. Facilities include hot showers, toilets, a shelter shed, and Glamper Campers available for hire.
Toilets
Showers
Potable water
from
AU$37
/ night
Bay views 885
3. Bay views 885
100%
(6)
37km from Tumby Bay · 10 sites · Tents, RVs
Small farm with amazing views on the hill, take a hike around the property or walk across the road to a walking trail and beach.
We don’t have designated parks , welcome to pick a spot either on the flat land or up on the hill !
Pets
from
AU$25
/ night
Bee Keepers Homestead
4. Bee Keepers Homestead
83%
(6)
42km from Tumby Bay · 2 sites · Tents, RVs
Set in a peaceful valley surrounded by native bushland, this 10-acre property offers the perfect balance of serenity and adventure. Just a short 10-minute drive from Port Lincoln, it feels a world away—offering hipcampers the ideal mix of seclusion and convenience.
The landscape features open clearings, gentle rises, and shaded pockets beneath scattered eucalypts—perfect for pitching a tent or parking your van. Birdlife is abundant, and on still mornings, the only sound is the breeze rustling through the trees. Whether you're stargazing by the fire or watching the light shift across the valley at dusk, this is a place to slow down and truly reconnect with nature.
Steeped in local history, the property was the first to be established in the area and was once used for commercial beekeeping. The original house on the site has its own unique story—it was formerly the Post Office building from Maralinga, relocated here in the 1970s.
Pets
Toilets
Potable water
from
AU$37
/ night
Red Gum Park
5. Red Gum Park
100%
(5)
56km from Tumby Bay · 1 site · Tent, RV
Natural bush, off grid family property located near Coffin Bay on the West Coast of South Australia.
Nestled within a Red Gum forest near excellent fishing spots and beautiful beaches.
We offer a quiet, secluded property to camp in natural untouched Australian bush land with many bird and plant species as your friends.
Pets
Picnic table
from
AU$31
/ night
Recent reviews from the Hipcamp community
Sarah
January 2026
8 m travel trailer
With pets
We are currently travelling and coming across Jenny's property on hipcamp was a great place to base ourselves, so much room and the views and the sunrise we had was epic, would recommend this place to anyone passing through
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Lee
January 2026
15 m travel trailer
With pets
We had a fantastic 3 night stay here. I’ve we’re ever lucky enough to be in this beautiful part of the world again we’d definitely rebook. Sarah is fantastic, very relaxed, friendly and gave us some excellent ideas for tourist stops. Only
Ten minutes from Coffin Bay but also some interesting local spots. Beautiful camp. Thanks Sarah
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Claire
January 2026
7 m travel trailer
What a wonderful place to caravan. We had spectacular views over the ocean and only a 5 minute drive into Port Lincoln, highly recommend!
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Chris
January 2026
5 m car
Ben’s place was awesome. Such a quiet and peaceful spot with stunning views. The camp kitchen was so well equipped with everything and more. Thanks for having us Ben, we look forward to coming back!
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Sohnia
January 2026
Tent
great private campsite to stop at for the night. we had a peaceful night protected from the wind :)
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Jon
January 2026
6 m travel trailer
With pets
Lovely private spot, close proximity to Coffin Bay and Farm Beach. The host Sarah was great she gave us a list of the best things to do in the area which was super helpful.
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Alistair
December 2025
4 m pop-up camper
Group trip
This is a wonderful spot. The site is peaceful and quiet. The birdlife is incredible. And it is 10 minutes to Port Lincoln by car. We stayed for 5 nights and could easily have stayed longer.
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Alistair
December 2025
6 m travel trailer
Group trip
This is a wonderful spot just outside Port Lincoln on a billabong with incredible bird life. Sheltered away from the offshore winds and so peaceful. We spent Christmas here in our caravan with two friends in their T Van and our sons in a tent. We had the whole place to ourselves. It was wonderful. Highly recommend.
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Vik
December 2025
Tent
Ben’s place is nestled in the tress with a great view down the valley, you enter through beautifully kept farm land it feels private.
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Tina
November 2025
8 m travel trailer
We loved having the place to ourselves, picked a spot at the top of the hill as Jenny suggested. The views alone were worth the fees. Would recommend to others that are completely self sufficient and want a place for a base to explore the area.
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Marcel
October 2025
5 m car
One of the best campground and places we stayed on in our 6 months around Australia Trip. The koala are so near and absolutely gorgeous. The communication with the owner are easy and clear. A lot of space and even big caravan will fit. The road is a little bit rough for the last 1km but shouldn't be a problem. Fly's can be annoying but all the rest is just amazing. Highly recommend this place .
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Peter
October 2025
6 m travel trailer
We wanted a spot close to Coffin Bay that offered a quiet respite in the evening. This was perfect. Settle in for a Sundowner next to a blazing fire ( depending on Fire Ban season). Sarah happily provides fire wood for the two evenings we spent there. Quiet and secluded. No issues at all with access, but approach the driveway from the west i.e. from the Streaky Bay side.
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Nathan
October 2025
Tent
Helen has a beautiful Beautiful spot to stay, the glamping tenting saved us from being rained on all night in our swags and the walk around the koala sanctuary was beautiful seeing a variety of wild animals up close. Helen is an amazing person with and the public is lucky to have access to such a place
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Craig
October 2025
5 m pop-up camper
What a beautiful place. Plenty of space, wildlife everywhere & the giant grass plants are definitely worth the walk!
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Lloyd
October 2025
5 m car
Beautiful camp and lots of koalas. Beach down there is great as well.
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Kodie
October 2025
3 m travel trailer
The Dam View campsite was peaceful with beautiful views, especially at sunset. Luke was a lovely host and even shared some cool history about the property and he also gifted us some fresh eggs from his chickens! Plenty of room & a perfect spot to unwind and enjoy nature.
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caroline
September 2025
6 m Class B
Mikkira Koala Sanctuary was an amazing experience, camping in close proximity to Koalas. Listening to them communicate to each other during the night. So special . The property itself is lovely , quite expansive . We wandered around looking for koalas , we must have seen at least 20 individuals during our stay , also enjoying the wild flowers , Large grass trees . Loads of kangaroos and some emu.
If you have overseas visitors it’s a must visit .
Thanks Helen for hosting us .
A 5 star experience.
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Lisa
September 2025
7 m travel trailer
If you’re looking for a caravan park experience, this isn’t the place to find it. Yes the roads a bit rough, and the toilets are basic - at least they flush! But if you’re after the most wonderful wildlife experience - this is where you’ll find it. Koalas everywhere you look. Wild free koalas doing koala stuff. Not to mention the roos, emus, birds and lizards. Huge camping areas, with fire pots scattered (bring your own firewood). This place is absolutely magical.
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Wayne
September 2025
8 m pop-up camper
This place was amazing kangaroos and emus everywhere. But when it comes to koala's. You had to look for lump in the tree. Then there was another in next tree and the next tree they were everywhere. Up high down low and waddling across the ground. Well worth the 16 km of dirt road to get there. Recommend this place 100%... will return again to walk and explore the history on this wonderful sanctuary.
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sandra
September 2025
5 m car
A picture perfect campsite so secluded and so incredibly beautiful. We didn’t see a koala however loved watching the kangaroos at play and the spectacular colours of the many varieties of birds. My favi part was being immersed in the stars. It was like standing in a fish bowl with stars covering you from your feet until as high as you can see. Spectacular experience. Thank you
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