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Hairy Dogs Fishing Camp

Hosted by Jane · Kununurra, Western Australia
22 sites · RV, Tent, Lodging · 4.5 acres
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Travel the old drover's track [now a scenic road - Parry Creek Road] to 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. Set above highwater mark, the campsite sits safely on the riverbank with views of the historical landmark on the Bend of the Ord, 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. If you have your own boat, 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'. Our campgrounds are a good one hour drive from Kununurra or Wyndham and about 1.5 hours to the Gibb River Road. Be sure your vehicle is set for dirt road with good tyres including spares and water for yourself. This is non mobile phone country so take care and travel to conditions. For info on the region, we are happy to share our knowledge or contact the Kununurra Visitors' Centre.
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Lazy Dog Campsite

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RV/tent site · Sleeps 20 · Vehicles under 30 m
Set above high-water mark, the campsite sits safely on the Lower Ord higher riverbank with views of the river and the famous historical landmarks - House Roof Hill and Carlton Crossing.  Fully guided barramundi fishing tours leave from this location or you can use your own boat.  There is access to a boat ramp. The river is scenic with lots of tropical wildlife and birdlife.  If using your own boat, adhere to the fishing rules and acknowledge the wild river conditions and its inhabitants. Advice is available. At the campsite birdlife twitters about all day (and sometimes through the night), while agile wallabies hop on by. Trees for shade and water for cooking/washing make for a comfortable campsite.  You are welcome to use the 'Barra Tank' [small plunge pool] for a cool off. A shared and well-maintained ablution block contains 2 showers and 2 flush toilets for all to use and is only a short walking distance from the campground sites. There are 2 large fire-pits available for campers to enjoy, however, you need to collect firewood on your way to the camp.  Check with us re using your own fire pot and check the fire restrictions before any open fire use. Pets are welcome but as this is an outback location, you do need to have awareness and control on all your beloved pets.
Campfires allowed
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Pets allowed
No electrical hookup
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Solo Traveller Campsite

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RV/tent site · Sleeps 1 · Vehicles under 10 m
People travelling solo in their vehicle or on bikes can also stay at the Lazy Dog Campgrounds. Boab trees, shady trees and shrubs makes for a good quiet rest spot, close to the Ord River. Access is available to toilets and showers as well as the small 'barra tank' for a cool off. Fishing safaris can be booked or those travelling with boats can use our boat ramp or the public boat ramp, 3km up the road. Wander quietly and you'll see lots of different finches, rainbow bee-eater, the greater bower bird, honeyeaters and more! Sleep with the Kimberley stars!
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Site 3 - Hairy Dog's Dinner, Bed & Breakfast

Cabin · Sleeps 12 · 5 bedrooms · 12 beds · 2 toilets
Enjoy a bush bed and breakfast experience at Hairy Dog's Fishing Camp. Screened rooms are available - all rooms have single beds that can be changed to double beds. Two rooms are large enough for 3 single beds. No kitchen facilities, however, tea & coffee facilities are available. Fridge and cool drinking water also available. Dining is on the verandah with river views. Cool off in our 'barra tank' - a small plunge pool. Hot showers from 5 to 7pm nightly. Ablution block has two showers/two toilets. Fishermen can launch their boat on our boat ramp. Nature-lovers will enjoy the many bird species, tropical wildlife and crocodile spotting. This is a bush location and there are plenty of options for bush walking and photo opportunities.
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95% Recommend19 Ratings · 15 reviews
Recommends
· August 2024
Tent ·
Lazy Dog Campsite
Awsome stay, nice quite spot with boat ramp access to Ord river.
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Matt O.
4 years on Hipcamp
Not recommend
· August 2024
6 m pop-up camper ·
Lazy Dog Campsite
Not sure who this campground would suit. Whilst sites are large and flat they don’t have water views. Showers don’t have doors!! The river is fast flowing and has no boat turn around with big crocs. You are not allowed on the verandah and didn’t feel welcome by the host. Despite this being a fishing camp no local information shared. I feel like they are protecting their own fishing tour business. We left early and went up the road to a beautiful campground for the same $.
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Suzi W.
2 reviews
Recommends
· August 2024
3 m pop-up camper ·
Lazy Dog Campsite
Highly recommend this we thoroughly enjoyed the location and the hosts were awesome people. Very clean facilities and the camping area is great! Definitely be back there if were back in Kununarra again
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Jason C.
2 reviews
Recommends
· August 2024
4 m pop-up camper ·
Lazy Dog Campsite
We had 2 nights at Jane and Greg's camp.Hosts made us feel at home,amenities were very clean all with a view to the river.
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Doug B.
5 years on Hipcamp
Recommends
· July 2024
A lovely peaceful apot
Tent ·
Lazy Dog Campsite
Lovely spot by the river. So peaceful and very kind and accomodating hosts
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Brittany M.
2 years on Hipcamp
Recommends
· June 2024
Off grid camping experience
14 m travel trailer ·
Lazy Dog Campsite
Beautifully landscaped campsites and well maintained. Nice and peaceful location away from the crowds.
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Janet H.
2 reviews
Recommends
· May 2024
Tent ·
Lazy Dog Campsite
Nice spot, plenty of room between campers...........................
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Eric D.
1 year on Hipcamp
Recommends
· September 2023
M5 Adventures Recommend 🤙🏼
9 m travel trailer · With kids ·
Lazy Dog Campsite
Jane was a fantastic host and provided a nifty little camp spot, close to what you need with a fun way to get there. You can either go through the Ivanhoe or take a mostly dirt road to get there. There is an old Barra pool that is now a pool which is perfect for swimming. There is boat access for those who like to fish. This camp has shower and toilets also. We had a blast here and loved our time at Lazy Dog camp.
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Brooke T.
35 reviews
Recommends
· July 2023
18 m Class B · With kids ·
Lazy Dog Campsite
Loved relaxing at hairy dogs, so peaceful and plenty to see and do in the area. Def be back
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Nathan N.
3 years on Hipcamp
Recommends
· July 2023
Tent ·
Lazy Dog Campsite
We had a great stay at Hairy Dogs Campground! Our campsite, located close to the river, was spacious and grassy. I loved how the trees and flowers gave us some privacy and shade. It was so nice to cool off in the plunge pool and the amenities were clean and tidy. We enjoyed walking down to the river and exploring the bushland surroundings with loads of birds and wallabies to look at. Thanks for the stay Jane and Hairy Dog!
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Jillian R.
13 reviews
Recommends
· April 2022
Peace and less people :)
Tent ·
Lazy Dog Campsite
I would 100% come back and camp here. I took my dog and my intention was to sit and relax with limited people exposure and that is exactly what I did here. Nice toilet and shower when I needed, the tank pool was oh so refreshing many times during the hot day. A day trip to Wyndham was a real suprise. Spots are shady, hosts are lovely, property dog Rosie is a sweety. I cant find a thing I didn't love about Hairy Dog camp spot. 10/10 for camping. If you fish with a boat this is an ace spot too.
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Tina B.
4 years on Hipcamp
Recommends
· September 2021
Homely stay, recommend!!
Lazy Dog Campsite
We enjoyed our stay very much. There are 5 big sites that would suit a van or a tent. Great welcome, feeling of inclusion and over-all we really enjoyed our stay. Jane is a great host and you HAVE to get onto the Ord..... what a magnificent waterway and thanks to Mic who was a great fishing guide. Thank you and highly recommended.
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Richard S.
3 reviews
Recommends
· July 2021
Great camp-spot, great hosts.
Lazy Dog Campsite
The hosts were very welcoming and kind, we got a great camp spot with shade for our tent and fire pits that can be moved about. Sunsets are unreal. Rosie the dog is also a highlight and I think our lab/kelpie thought so too! Access to warm showers between 5-7pm, amenities are simple, clean & tidy and lots of cute little green frogs everywhere to keep ya company while you shower :) loved our stay here, would recommend to friends/fam and definitely would visit again!
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Laura J.
4 years on Hipcamp
Recommends
· July 2021
Perfect stay - thank you
Group trip ·
Lazy Dog Campsite
Such a great stay. Relaxing and quiet for four nights. Awesome hot showers. Hosts were very welcoming and we all (us and two kids, 4 and 6) really enjoyed the scenic tour on the Ord. Heaps of crocs! Great base for exploring the area. Highly recommend it. Will be back when the kids are older for a crack at the barramundi. The fishing tours looked fabulous. Stay here!
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Agustina M.
3 reviews
Recommends
· June 2021
Fantastic thank you! Go hairy dog!!
Lazy Dog Campsite
Jane and Greg are champions! Camping with shade, showers and the beautiful Ord river at your feet. We camped for 6 nights, fire cooking and exploring the area. We went on a full day charter (with Hairy dog tours) with Jimmy driving the tour, he was friendly and found nice shady fishing spots where possible! We caught great fish, saw amazing bird life and heaps and heaps of crocs!! Highly recommend this team of people and the location.
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Joshua M.
4 years on Hipcamp

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Kununurra, Western Australia, AustraliaTo respect the Host's privacy, the precise address of this land will be provided after booking
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Hosted by Jane H.

Joined in July 2016

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