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Groundswell Guest Camp

Hosted by Lauren · Taloumbi, New South Wales

12 guests max

99%

104 reviews

Family-friendly

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The Groundswell Guest Camp would love to welcome you to enjoy an exclusive camp in a tranquil native bush setting. The camp is located on 100 acres of unique grasstree forest in Taloumbi, NSW. We are just 10 minutes off the Pacific Highway, between Maclean and Brooms Head. The camp is currently set up for private use for one booking. Please contact the host first for group bookings (up to 15 persons). There is a sink with filtered rain water on the deck, an instant gas hot water shower behind the main deck and also a compost toilet. There is a small solar power set up to run the sink and shower pump. The site in OFF-GRID on tank water only, so it is important to be mindful of water use and make sure taps are off when not in use. Bring your own cooker, lights and chairs. Mosquitos come and go depending on weather or season. It is good to be prepared with coils/sprays just in case. Pets are welcome, but must be on a leash if they are a threat to wildlife. You can swim in the dam when full. Enjoy a meditation or sunset drink over looking the dam and admiring the wildlife that also use the watering hole. Please relax and enjoy your time at Groundswell. We are currently working on a network of trails inside of the 100 acres. There is a "TRAIL" sign at the start of the trail behind the orchard. The Spa at Groundswell is now open at the owners home. Please contact the host for massage. Limited times are available. Our nearest beaches are just 5-10 minutes at the Yuraygir National Park Campground entrance and the beautiful quiet beach town of Brooms Head. Brooms Head has a general store and a snack shack, coffee and convenient essentials. Fishing, boating, spear fishing, surfing, diving, snorkeling, kayaking, kite surfing, motor bike trails (Candole State Forest), coastal walks, and beach walks. Yamba is a 30 minutes drive and has great surfing beaches, plenty of café options, shopping, a lighthouse, breakwall walk and fishing. By completing a booking through Hipcamp, you understand and accept that Groundswell Guest Camp’s owners and directors hold no liability for any injury, property damage or wrongful death caused that may arise from your presence or activities on the property.The Groundswell Guest Camp would love to welcome you to enjoy a private camp in a tranquil unique natural bush setting, ideal for families, bird watching naturalist and artist. The camp is located on 100 acres of unique grasstree forest in Taloumbi, NSW. We are just 10 minutes off the Pacific Highway, between Maclean and Brooms Head. The camp is currently set up for private use for one booking, where the guest booking can park at the covered deck space and have use of the deck, shower and toilet for just themselves. The deck is a great spot to enjoy the rising sun, yoga and meditation. Hooks are attached to the post for hammocks, so please relax and enjoy your time at Groundswell. Groups are welcome. Please contact the host for inquiries on group bookings. All campsites are flat and some cleared play spaces available for kicking balls, games, frisbee, etc. There is a sink with rain water on the deck, an instant gas hot water shower behind the main deck and also a compost toilet. The site in OFF-GRID on tank water only, so it is important to be mindful of water use In consideration of future guest do not wash your motor home or caravan with the tank water, or refill your tanks as this site is rainwater only. Bring your own cooker, lights and chairs. Pets are welcome, but must be on a leash if they are a threat to wildlife. There are families of kangaroos, wallabies and endangered coastal emu’s that we love and would like to keep safe. If you fancy spotlighting in the evening, you may see sugar gliders, micro bats, possums, bandicoots, and owls on the prowl. You can swim in the dam when full. Enjoy a meditation or sunset drink over looking the dam and admiring the wildlife that also use the watering hole. You must always be mindful of children. Fires are allowed, except during total fire bans, in the contained pits only and put out at night. Firewood can be collected on site from any down timber available in the cleared areas of bush around the camp. Mosquitos come and go depending on weather or season. It is good to be prepared with coils, nets on your bed or sprays just in case. We are working on a network of trails inside of the 100 acres. The current trail loop marked starting from the bottom of the orchard. A map will be provided at the camp. Please take all of your rubbish and recycling. There is a waste station in Townsend on the way back to the highway or at the Yuraygir National Park if staying there after us. Our nearest beaches are also just 5-10 minutes at the Yuraygir National Park, Lake Aragon/ Redcliff Campground entrance and the beautiful quiet beach town of Brooms Head. Brooms Head has a general store and a snack shack with great snacks, coffee and convenient essentials. Dogs are not allowed in the national park, but there is a dog beach north from the Lake Cakora bridge in Brooms Head and also back beach in Brooms Head, south of the headland. Fishing, boating, spear fishing, surfing, diving, snorkeling, kayaking, kite surfing, motor bike trails (Candole State Forest), coastal walks, beach walks, etc. Yamba and Angourie are 30 minutes drive via the backroad from Townsend. Yamba also has great surfing beaches, plenty of café options, shopping, a lighthouse, breakwall walk and fishing.

Vehicle suitability

Vehicles under 15 meters allowed

Allowed rigs: caravans, fifth wheels, camper trailers, motorhomes, campervans, cars, and rooftop tents

Pull-through site

Accommodates slideouts

Surface type: grass-or-paddock

Surface levelness: flat

No electrical connection

No water connection

No sewage connection

No TV connection

Generators not allowed

What to expect

RV/tent site

You'll have this Hipcamp all to yourself.

12 guests max

Campfires allowed

Firepit. Fires are allowed, except during total fire bans, in the contained pits only and put out at night. You can collect any fallen timber as firewood.

Toilet available

Composting toilet

Pets allowed

Off leash. Pets are welcome, but must be on a leash if guest are away or if they are a threat to wildlife.

Showers available

Hot water

Cooking equipment present

Private, sink or other dishwashing station

Picnic table present

No potable water

Bring your own water, purify from spigot, purify from hose, purify from tap

Pack it out

Please take all of your rubbish and recycling. There is a waste station in Townsend on the way back to the highway or at the Yuraygir National Park if staying there after us.

No wifi

Laundry absent

Hot Tub absent

No playground

Things to know

Getting there

Check in: After 2:00 PM

Early or late check-in may be available

Check out: Before 10:00 AM

Late check-out may be available

On arrival: Head straight to site

Cancellation policy:

Minimum nights: 1 night

Accepts bookings: 6 months out

Park at listing

Wheelchair accessible

Max 4 vehicles

2WD accessible

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RV/tent site · Sleeps 12 · Vehicles under 15 m

The Groundswell Guest Camp would love to welcome you to enjoy a private camp in a tranquil unique natural bush setting, ideal for families, bird watching naturalist and artist. The camp is located on 100 acres of unique grasstree forest in Taloumbi, NSW. We are just 10 minutes off the Pacific Highway, between Maclean and Brooms Head. The camp is currently set up for private use for one booking, where the guest booking can park at the covered deck space and have use of the deck, shower and toilet for just themselves. The deck is a great spot to enjoy the rising sun, yoga and meditation. Hooks are attached to the post for hammocks, so please relax and enjoy your time at Groundswell. Groups are welcome. Please contact the host for inquiries on group bookings. All campsites are flat and some cleared play spaces available for kicking balls, games, frisbee, etc. There is a sink with rain water on the deck, an instant gas hot water shower behind the main deck and also a compost toilet. The site in OFF-GRID on tank water only, so it is important to be mindful of water use In consideration of future guest do not wash your motor home or caravan with the tank water, or refill your tanks as this site is rainwater only. Bring your own cooker, lights and chairs. Pets are welcome, but must be on a leash if they are a threat to wildlife. There are families of kangaroos, wallabies and endangered coastal emu’s that we love and would like to keep safe. If you fancy spotlighting in the evening, you may see sugar gliders, micro bats, possums, bandicoots, and owls on the prowl. You can swim in the dam when full. Enjoy a meditation or sunset drink over looking the dam and admiring the wildlife that also use the watering hole. You must always be mindful of children. Fires are allowed, except during total fire bans, in the contained pits only and put out at night. Firewood can be collected on site from any down timber available in the cleared areas of bush around the camp. Mosquitos come and go depending on weather or season. It is good to be prepared with coils, nets on your bed or sprays just in case. We are working on a network of trails inside of the 100 acres. The current trail loop marked starting from the bottom of the orchard. A map will be provided at the camp. Please take all of your rubbish and recycling. There is a waste station in Townsend on the way back to the highway or at the Yuraygir National Park if staying there after us. Our nearest beaches are also just 5-10 minutes at the Yuraygir National Park, Lake Aragon/ Redcliff Campground entrance and the beautiful quiet beach town of Brooms Head. Brooms Head has a general store and a snack shack with great snacks, coffee and convenient essentials. Dogs are not allowed in the national park, but there is a dog beach north from the Lake Cakora bridge in Brooms Head and also back beach in Brooms Head, south of the headland. Fishing, boating, spear fishing, surfing, diving, snorkeling, kayaking, kite surfing, motor bike trails (Candole State Forest), coastal walks, beach walks, etc. Yamba and Angourie are 30 minutes drive via the backroad from Townsend. Yamba also has great surfing beaches, plenty of café options, shopping, a lighthouse, breakwall walk and fishing.

Campfires allowed

Toilet

No potable water

Pets allowed

No electrical hookup

No water hookup

Reviews

99% Recommend122 Ratings · 104 reviews

Groundswell is a delightful spot for those seeking peace and privacy in a natural bush setting. Campers appreciate the well-thought-out amenities, like the undercover deck, hot shower, and compost toilet, which make the stay comfortable even in adverse weather. The site is praised for its cleanliness, abundant wildlife, and proximity to attractions like Brooms Head Beach. However, some visitors noted that mosquitoes can be a nuisance, especially after wet weather.

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· October 2026

8 m travel trailer · With pets

Absolutely beautiful campsite. Peaceful and stunning. Grass trees softly dancing in the breeze. Close to amazing beaches that are dog friendly. Great deck and so good to have a hot shower. Great birdlife. Millions of stars. Really special. Thank you so much.

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· August 2026

6 m travel trailer · With pets

Our second stay at this peaceful Hipcamp. A great location and a very welcoming place to relax. The undercover area, hot water outdoor shower and compost toilet are very much appreciated amenities.

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· August 2026

Camping with Friends

Tent · Group trip

We loved camping at Lauren's campsite. Great for a group of friends and would be great for a couple too! Very private spot with all you need. The big deck provided great cover when we had a little bit of rain. Huge firepit was fantastic to cook on and to share stories around. We wish we had more time to explore the property and surrounding areas but were more than happy to relax at the site all day. We will definitely be back!

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· August 2026

9 m pop-up camper

I didn’t stay long enough to really appreciate the solitude. The camp was very remote and very peaceful. Lauren our host was very accommodating for a last minute booking.

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· August 2026

2 m campervan · With pets

Awesome camp, beautiful surroundings, the owners were inviting and incredible of them to share a little piece of beautiful bush around the area! Would definitely go again!

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· August 2026

One of the best!

5 m car · With pets

I loved camping at Groundswell. The peace and quiet was amazing. The surrounding bush land is very beautiful. The deck, sink, shower and toilet are a great setup particularly when a few rain showers pass through. My favourite part was the fire pit. I loved cooking on the fire and sitting by it at night listening to music. Thanks for the loan of the wheelbarrow to collect kindling. It worked a treat. The town of McClean has an amazing coffee shop and Brooms Head Beach is spectacular. Thanks so much for also being pet friendly. It was great to be able to bring my dog too. I will definitely be back next time I’m up this way.

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· July 2026

Tent

Absolutely beautiful spot surrounded by all the native plants and birds. Totally worth checking out, I wish I could spend a whole week here. What an amazing set up, undercover area, toilet, shower, fire pit and incredible stars to view at night. Couldn't have asked for anything more.

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· July 2026

4 m rooftop tent · With pets

Private little spot perfect for some peaceful camping. Lauren was very accomodating and made sure we had a great experience :)

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· June 2026

Tent

We had such an amazing time at Groundswell guest camp. The amenities were spotless and the camp area was so well thought out. Having a roof over our camp and a deck to laze on in the sun while we listened to all the wonderful wildlife really made our trip. Most of all our doggo had the best time being able to run around. We will be back to stay again soon and thankyou for delivering us some lovely chook eggs. 😊

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· June 2026

Tent

Great spot, highly recommend for private camping. Just fyi the shower was lightly warm not hot, it can probably get sorted by the owner.

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· May 2026

5 m campervan

The land had a really special energy and the facilities were wonderful with so many thoughtful touches, everything was clean and worked well. It was an extremely comfortable space. The mosquitoes were fierce (wet weather) which was the only drawback but we absolutely loved this place!

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· May 2026

Tent

A beautiful, peaceful, and private campsite surrounded by nature and yet not too far from scenic places and towns. highly recommend

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· May 2026

Tent · Group trip

Lauren was friendly and communicative. The space was a very nice spot, a large private area to ourselves. Big undercover deck was also handy in case of rain. Locations is very central to lots of places in the area. Toilet and shower too which worked well. Would recommend this place for sure.

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· April 2026

Camping with Dogs

Tent · Group trip

Me and my friends had the most amazing time camping at Groundswell Guest Camp! The facilities were amazing and it was such a cool experience to have the entire campsite to ourselves. The outdoor shower was my favourite little feature. The location was second to none and I would highly recommend this campsite and host to other campers 😊

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· March 2026

Perfect for a solo nature retreat

Tent

An amazing site with total privacy, lush bush setting, and fantastic facilities. I spent 4 days here for a solo nature retreat. The land felt deeply supportive and having the facilities of the kitchen, toilet and shower was a wonderful bonus. Highly recommended!

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· March 2026

4 m Class B · With pets

My partner dog and I really enjoyed our stay here, great place to re set. Perfect little set up with all you need Thanks for sharing your property with us, will definitely be back in the future

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· March 2026

12 m travel trailer · With pets

Our stay at this HipCamp was a godsend as it rained heavily when we arrived and it was no big deal with the deck and roof there to keep us dry!! We just backed our Bruder to the deck and we were in heaven!! The outside shower was divine and the toot was so not stinky and done well!! We would love to return!! 💗

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· February 2026

Tent

This is our second time staying here and we love it. It’s the most peaceful quiet place we have stayed and we love how close it is to Broomshead and Yamba. We will be back again for sure

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· February 2026

Nature retreat

5 m car

This is such a beautiful place for nature lovers. Perfect for relaxing and enjoying an immersive experience of quiet and solitude in pristine bushland. The camp site is well cared for. There is a large shelter that was very convenient when it rained.

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· January 2026

Tent

We stayed at Groundswell for a week in our motorhome. We were greeted soon after arrival by Lauren who brought us a yummy chutney which was really nice of her and made us feel really welcome. The spot is super private and peaceful, you really have the whole camp to yourself and you wouldn't know anyone else is close by. It was also awesome having the deck, hot shower & drop toilet. Due to it being amongst trees it was nice watching all of the wildlife doing their stuff. The camp is also only 10 minutes to Brooms Head beach which was handy as it is a great spot to visit and it wasn't far to Maclean as well. Overall, we highly recommend!

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· January 2026

Tent

It was a great setup with all the amenities for us. It’s located close enough to the beach in brooms head. Only thing that was bit annoying were the amount of flies during the day, but I guess that’s the little price to pay when you are in the bush. We loved staying there, and will probably consider going back in the future. Thanks!

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· January 2026

5 m travel trailer · With pets

Great place to stay, landscape full of Australian natives, heaps of room, highly recommend

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· January 2026

3 m pop-up camper · Group trip

Everything was wonderful at Groundswell. The quite location the camp site was so natural but well maintained. There were also walking trails for spotlighting and bird watching. The dam was close and we would watch the birdies come down and bath themselves every morning. The compost toilet and open air hot shower were a treat! There was also a sink provided and potable water. There was also an fantastic large deck area fully covered, so we were able to move the tents under that for when the storms came. The fire pit/ring was so well set up with seating and we were allowed to take any wood and sticks for kindling that had fallen to the ground. Everything was so convenient and well thought out. Lauren was also so friendly and had lots of local information to share about the various beaches. We also purchased some eggs and beautiful herbs from Lauren. We totally loved our four night stay at Groundswell and would love to return one day.

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· January 2026

Beautiful secluded location with awesome camp fire. Nice warm shower and good toilet. Had a great shaded area with sink. Lauren was an awesome host. We bought some fresh herbs, eggs and tomatoes from here which lasted us our trip. Thanks Lauren we will be back!

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· January 2026

Beautiful spot

Tent

We stayed here for two nights and had a lovely time. The property is absolutely beautiful and having a shower and kitchen set up made this feel like a luxury camping experience. We walked the trails of the property, swam in the dam and made a fire under the stars. Lauren was lovely when we met her in the morning. Thank you for an unforgettable stay.

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· December 2025

3 m Class B

A great set up. The awning for shade was great and a hot shower. Private. Beautiful surrounds. And close to the great beaches and walks of the national park.

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· December 2025

Tent · With pets

Amazing spot where you can relax for days in the sounds of nature. Close to all the best beaches and access to everything you need. Definitely recommend!

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· December 2025

Tent · With pets

Such a beautiful camp within the Xanthorrhoeas. So peaceful and welcoming. Lauren has done an amazing job. Cant wait to head back.

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· December 2025

Tent · With kids

Really beautiful site with plenty of flat grassed spots for a tent. My toddler daughter and I loved walking the trails, looking at all the plants and listening to the many different birds. Recent rain probably meant a surge in mozzies, come prepared. Wish we could have stayed longer.

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· December 2025

Best hipcamp

5 m Class B · With pets

Amazing set up, amazing private place. And extremely will presented and well kept . Best hipcamp I have stayed at

Location

Taloumbi, New South Wales, AustraliaTo respect the Host's privacy, the precise address of this land will be provided after booking

Hosted by Lauren D.

Joined in March 2024

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