Lakeside camping in Western Australia
From candy-pink lagoons to swimming holes―Western Australia’s lake camping is anything but ordinary.
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Drakesbrook WinesVineyard Lake
3 sites · RVs, Tents100 acres · Waroona, WA
Continuously flowing, ‘the Drakesbrook’ is a small river running through our family farm in Waroona. We are an artisan creator of quality table wines, specialising in alternate and emerging varieties. Come and visit!
We welcome visitors to park their van or pitch a tent in a cleared area surrounded by bush-land, less than 200 meters from our lakeside picnic area and cellar door.
We have BBQ facilities available that are free to use if purchasing wine or a nominal fee if not. Swimming is not permitted in our dam but there are two large freshwater lakes nearby where swimming is permitted. Smoking is not permitted anywhere near licensed area.
There are plenty of walking trails and bike tracks in the locality to explore, they also run adjacent to a large freshwater ski lake.
Guests must be fully self contained with their own toilet/shower facilities and must take all waste/rubbish with them on departure.
Coffee and snacks are available in cellar door along with cheese platters and Ploughmans lunches on pre order.
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Sunset on the Hill
14 sites · RVs, Tents180 acres · Kordabup, WA
You will be positioned overlooking our beautiful dam/lake from there is our gorgeous paddocks with cows, horses, and sheep. Your view extends to our beautiful Jarrah Forrest.
You could fill your day with activities such as fishing for fresh marron or perhaps paddle on the lake in our paddle boat or kayaks. You could also go for walks around the property. It is also a lovely spot to just relax and enjoy the beautiful view.
Leave no trace - there is no facilities here, guests will need to be self sufficient and bring their own camping toilet. There is no water or power provided.
Please note we allow pets but the must be restrained as we do have working dogs on the farm - Happy for your dog/cat/budgie to enjoy our beautiful farm freely as long as they are happy with our four dogs. Our dogs are super friendly
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Lake Kepwari Getaway
2 sites · RVs, Tents494 acres · Collie, WA
Our farm offers campers prime water frontage onto Lake Kepwari, a man-made lake that is fed with water from the Collie River, perfect for water-based activities and lakeside camping.
Bring your mountain bikes, go for a walk along the lake's edge, or bring your kayak/canoe and head out for a paddle. The lake is great for a spot of fishing too.
We do not provide toilet/shower facilities, so campers need to be self-contained, however, we can help arrange portaloo hire for larger groups should you require it.
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Room 4 one or RV space wifi
6 sites · Lodging, RVs7 acres · Lake Clifton, WA
During the winter months We offer
A RV space with Power and Water hook up.
A cosy Micro Stay for a Single Traveller. With Toilet and Warm but out door rinse off shower.
Kindly note, This is not a campsite, this is a private property, it is peaceful and calm. No extra guests or cars are permitted. I hope you enjoy your short stay.
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Something Different
2 sites · Lodging50 acres · Lowden, WA
Something Different is a large machinery shed that has been converted into a comfortable holiday house with three bedrooms and one bathroom (extra toilet outside) and huge living spaces. You can really kick back here and relax!
The walls and ceilings have been extensively insulated. There is a wood heater in the kitchen and another one in the main part of the Shed so it can be kept nice and cosy despite its size!
You can drive your car/van inside the shed if you wish or park it under any of the many surrounding trees.
The Shed sleeps 10 in total (base price covers all 10), with 1 queen and 1 single bed in one room, 1 dbl bed and 2 single beds in another room, and 1 queen bed and 1 single bed in a third room.
All linen, towels, etc. are provided.
If you have more people, they are welcome to pitch a tent or park their caravan on the grounds around the shed. For a large group (say 10 plus) we charge an extra $20 (total) to cover the extra power you will need.
There's a chook yard/dog yard with 2 kennels outside but you're welcome to have your dog (not chooks) inside the Shed.
There is a general store just 2km up the road, ideal for essentials and a few supplies.
14km from Donnybrook
37km from Collie
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Riverfront Retreat Camping & Cabins
4 sites · RVs, Tents38 acres · Kununurra, WA
Located 15kms out of Kununurra on the banks of the Ord River you will experience the pure serenity and tranquility of nature. Our sites are positioned amongst shady trees providing privacy and peaceful surrounds to relax and watch the sun rise over the river.
Riverfront Retreat is a gateway to fishing, boating, skiing, swimming, kayaking, bird watching and maximum relaxation.
It is a short walk from the camp sites to the riverbanks where guests can enjoy a fire pit, swim, sunrise/sunset and take in the stunning surrounds of the Ord River in a private oasis.
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Mount View
4 sites · RVs, Tents200 acres · Margaret River, WA
The property is surrounded by National Park and saddles the Warren River. There is a 1-kilometer-long man-made lake filled with crystal clear water filtered by the forest. The camping sites are tucked privately into the forest, so you'll have total peace and privacy, other than an occasional visit from the resident birds, emus, and kangaroos.
A boat ramp to the Warren River is only a 1km drive away, and the town center is 10km away for supplies.
All campers must be self-contained, with their own camp toilet and we kindly ask you to take all waste when you go.
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Twisted Willow
1 site · RV5 acres · Albany, WA
Twisted Willow is a 15-acre property situated approx 3.5km from Albany city centre and approximately 3.5- 4 km to Middleton Beach and Emu Point.
We currently run self-contained cottages on the property, although we have a lovely spot in the far corner of the property that we can offer for a fully self-contained caravan or RV.
The site offers these guests views of a large lake equipped with kayaks, a paddleboat, and 6 acres of landscaped grounds.
This central but peaceful location allows you to enjoy everything that Albany offers; Beaches, amazing hiking, history, fishing, bike riding, and more.
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Dougy's Den
1 site · RV, Tent25 acres · Bunbury, WA
25 acres of bushland 130 km's south of Perth, surrounded by state forest with a crystal clear creek running through it 12 months of the year. Secluded and very quiet with abundant birdlife and the occasional kangaroo, emu and echidna's passing through. Pet kookaburras - will eat out of your hand and steal from the BBQ.
Located at the base of Logue Brook dam wall, where a short walk makes all water facilities available, plus trout and marron when in season. Adjacent to the Munda Bidi trail, with cycle paths running in every direction.
Not to defray the natural environment, only lovers of wild life and serenity are welcome, so no Ghetto blasters or party animals.
Camper trailers only.
Happy camping.
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Loveland Farmstay
13 sites · RVs, Tents761 acres · Hill River, WA
This is a Wildlife Sanctuary for mostly orphaned kangaroos that are free to roam the property.We offer a chance to really get away from it all with a choice of camp sites without power.Your stay includes an experience with the orphaned kangaroos for free, patting and feeding. As this is a wildlife sanctuary strictly no pets are permitted. Firewood supplied. No camp fires between 1st November and 1st April due to total fire bans.TOTAL FIRE BAN is from 1 November - 31 March every year and is sometimes extended due to seasonal conditions.Camping: Basic unpowered sites with no amenities. Please bring everything you need and make sure you take everything home with you, including rubbish. There is rainwater for drinking available, just ask the host. There are no no toilets or showers. Dig your own hole, hang your own shower from a tree. Price includes access to the kangaroos at feeding time. Camp fires permitted after consultation with host on the day. Firewood is available to gather up for this purpose.
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Hairy Dogs Fishing Camp
29 sites · RVs, Tents5 acres · Kununurra, WA
One hour drive from Kununurra or Wyndham and the Gibb River Road is Hairy Dog's Fishing Camp and Lazy Dog campsite, located on the banks of the Ord River, home to the famous sportfish, barramundi. Tropical wildlife, lots of birdlife and crocodiles coexist here and you have river views, access to boat ramps, local attractions including a bird sanctuary. You can also join one of our popular guided tours. Set above highwater mark, the campsite sits safely on the riverbank with views of the historical landmark, House Roof Hill. Birdlife twitters about all day (and some through the night), while agile wallabies hop on by. Trees for shade and water for cooking/washing make for a comfortable campsite. A shared and well-maintained ablution block contains 2 showers and 2 flush toilets for all to use. You can enjoy an open fire at our large fire-pit and several small fire stands are provided for a more personal touch. If you have your own boat, it is often possible it can be launched and moored from the camp's boat ramp. No kayaks, canoes or floating-type watercraft are able to be used in this section of the river due to the large crocodiles that live here. A plunge pool is available for a 'cool off'. For info on the region, we are happy to share our knowledge.
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Camp Qualinup
8 sites · RVs, Tents2000 acres · Bremer Bay, WA
Due to extensive property roadworks and improvements to the Camp area and in the interest of safety as well as providing a peaceful stay we have now closed until later this year which will be approximately the end of August, however we will keep this message up dated as the work progresses. Thank you.
Qualinup is an old location which was originally used for summer grazing for sheep farmers near Borden who walk the sheep down the 100kms for summer because of the constant water supply and feed available.
Qualinup's meaning is place of Emu and the farm is located on the eastern side of the old dog proof fence and still has a pristine wetland. Numerous owners over the years have tried different farming practises, however since 1993 the farm has been following organic sustainable practises, currently grazing Boer goats which we originally introduced for weed control. Over the years since 1993 the farm has produced certified seed potatoes, cut flowers, a trial wine grape vineyard, run outside coloured pigs to name a few enterprises however the vast underground water supply from limestone lends the farm to intensive agriculture, especially given its close proximity to the coast with the southern ocean limiting frost damage. With considerably less rainfall they Perth and some amazing clear warm days without wind, winter camping around the fire definitely possible. The property backs on to Reef Beach for some great fishing or 4x4 activities, the property has a private network of 4x4 tracks for your use as well but only for licensed vehicles. Bremer Bay is 30kms away via the sealed main road which opens up to a host of activities.
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Lakeside camping in Western Australia guide
Overview
Australia's largest state affords plenty of ways to get on the water, whether you're seeking a tranquil spot to fish and paddle, spotting freshwater crocodiles on a cruise, or cooling off at an outback swimming hole in the Kimberley. Check into a holiday park or cabin along the shores of Lake Argyle, the largest manmade lake in the southern hemisphere; marvel at the bubblegum pink waters of the Hutt Lagoon and Lake Hillier, or pitch your tent by the shores of Stockton Lake or Black Diamond Lake, both within easy reach of Perth. When summer (November through March) temperatures soar, snagging a lakeside campsite will keep you cool, but water sports can be enjoyed year-round. Perhaps check into a rustic unpowered site at Wellington National Park, find a scenic spot by Jasper Lake at D'Entrecasteaux National Park, or escape the crowds at a private lake campsite.
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