- Gloucester
Riverbend Retreat Solo camping
Hosted by Sam · Gloucester, New South Wales
2 sites · RV, Tent · 20 acres
Nomadic camping
Best for self-contained campers. There are no toilets, showers, or potable water at this Hipcamp.
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100% Recommend24 Ratings · 18 reviews
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· May 2026
4 m rooftop tent · With pets ·
Stringybark Escape
Great secluded spot with a running river and plenty of room for the dogs to run .Definitely recommend this spot for a quiet weekend away
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Tom H.
7 reviews
Great location. Very tranquil setting. Sam and his father were very helful and welcoming. We will definetly come back to this camp.
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Kay D.
4 reviews
If you’re looking for a spot that’s peaceful and quiet with the running river water. This is the spot for you. The surrounding mountains give great views, with well maintained campgrounds.
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Tom H.
7 reviews
Beautiful property. We loved our time spent here so much we extended our stay. Thank you Sam and family for sharing this idyllic hideaway.
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Kay D.
4 reviews
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· April 2026
5 m rooftop tent · With pets ·
Stringybark Escape
Absolutely beautiful property, we camped right by the river and it was bliss. There was plenty of firewood around so no need to bring any, including some decent slabs left next to the fire pit. So peaceful and being dog friendly was a bonus.
Keirra J.
2 reviews
Nice peaceful spot all to ourselves beside the river, a few curious cows decided to join us at random times throughout our stay which was nice, the sound of the river running in the stillness was quite pleasant, the bird life was amazing, magpies, currawongs, kookaburras, Willy wagtails, and the little wrens bouncing around though the grass everywhere was cool.
Great little spot to unwind.
Russell S.
2 reviews
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· April 2026
12 m travel trailer · With pets ·
River Retreat
Peaceful location on flowing creek with deeper section for swimming. Easy access with clear instructions from Sam.
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Gwen D.
5 years on Hipcamp
Beautiful location. Great communication from the host. We will be back!
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Sascha C.
3 reviews
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· April 2026
8 m travel trailer · Group trip ·
River Retreat
Riverbend Retreat was our own little patch of privacy for our family getaway. It’s a great space with a running river and a deep waterhole for swimming. We loved it! We’ll definitely be returning. Thanks Sam!
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Peter B.
7 months on Hipcamp
Great level site with ample room for our two vans. Easy creek access. Close to Gloucester Tops NP with lots on offer to explore, but the campsite itself was entertainment enough - fun to explore the creek and enough slashed space to have a game of cricket. Sam is a great host.
Belinda P.
7 reviews
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· April 2026
Tent · Group trip ·
River Retreat
Quiet and peaceful stay and the water was clean and refreshing! Nice spot to have a campfire.
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Emma W.
2 reviews
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· February 2026
Tent · With pets ·
River Retreat
Beautiful spot. Highly recommend. Will definitely be back
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Kerry H.
6 months on Hipcamp
Having a couple of anxious dogs, I really loved that it is a solo campsite. The dogs had the best time of their lives. Beautiful location by the river with an awesome swimming hole. Felt safe and private I will definitely be back.
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Lianne T.
8 reviews
Beauty of a camp spot to roll up , set up and relax for a few days , a week or as long as you what to get away from the rat race. We only stayed 3 nights and was total bliss. Only noises where the river, the birds and the old farm tractor going about it farm life passing by up the road to get to his next paddock. This place is amazing. Also done a day trip up to the Gloucester tops NP precinct after the misty rain cleared on our last morning to visit the water Falls and the look out that is named after the grazier that start the property we camp on. And was partly responsible for the protection and many walking tracks in the NP. Swimming in the deep water hole infront of our camp was amazing, fresh and clean. This has definitely became a top 2 camp spot for me and my partner, who will definitely be back to enjoy the tranquillity.
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Adam B.
3 reviews
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· February 2026
Tent · With pets ·
River Retreat
We had a lovely night on Sam’s property. It was peaceful and green and camping by the river was magic!
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Fran K.
4 months on Hipcamp
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· February 2026
Tent · With pets ·
River Retreat
Fabulous river frontage deep enough to swim
all to ourselves! Really pretty location at the bottom of the Barrington Tops.
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Diana H.
2 reviews
Camped in January with two dogs; Spacious campsite by lovely Gloucester River and an awesome swimming hole. We’ve spent 3 nights by the river and loved the space and privacy, being the only campers on the property.
The paddock is large and secure with a locked gate; easily accessible from the road & suitable for 2WD; we had torrential rain during our stay and had no problems driving out from the property; our dogs were happy with the area large for zoomies & ball chasing (there was no cattle in the paddock during our stay)
Plenty of shade along the river banks till around 1:00pm; we had a gazebo which provided shade for the rest of the day; loved the views of Gloucester Tops and the company of resident water dragon.
Aska M.
11 reviews
A lovely spot on the river where you can swim. Peaceful stay but there were some cows in field on first night.
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Emma W.
2 reviews
Location
Gloucester, New South Wales, AustraliaTo respect the Host's privacy, the precise address of this land will be provided after booking
Hosted by Sam L.
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