The best camping near Cunnawarra National Park
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Oasis of Hope
12 sites · RVs, Tents250 acres · Upper Orara, NSW
Nested in the Coffs Harbour hinterland is this stunning 250 acre property, offering both powered and unpowered site options and great facilties.
Wayper Creek flows though the property, and there are manicured lawns, a large toilet and shower block with hot showers, a caravan dump point, a large BBQ shelter, firepit, and lots of lovely spots to enjoy the plethora of wildlife.
We regularly have abseilers come down our creek, as a set of 7 waterfalls is only a 30-minute hike through the creek away. It is a stunning place for relaxation.
Pets are welcome too.
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Way Way Getaway
8 sites · RVs, Tents55 acres · Way Way, NSW
Minutes away from Scotts Head beach and town, but feels like you’re out in the bush.
Surf famous Scotts head point, or head to the back beaches for some in crowded beach breaks, explore local rural towns, enjoy some peace and quiet!
Fire friendly, pet friendly, family friendly (pretty friendly in general)!
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Valley View Escape
19 sites · RVs, Tents500 acres · Buckra Bendinni, NSW
Valley View Escape is a 500 acre working dairy farm located in the beautiful Nambucca Valley just 25 minutes off the highway. There is stunning 360 views of mountain ranges and Lake Lumby from all our sites.
We offer powered sites and unpowered sites which are all level grounded with grass and accessible by 2WD. There is non potable water available.
Our powered sites are conveniently located close by the amenities with flushing toilet, hot shower and dump point. Each site has a fire pit, or you can use your own as long as it is not directly on the ground. There is also firewood available for purchase which can be done through HipCamp at checkout or cash on arrival
We are a pet friendly campsite but we ask you to keep your pets on a leash and always have full control.
Enjoy and relax at our communal picnic area with fire pit, shade, picnic table and pontoon on Lake Lumby which is great for kayaking and swimming.
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***CHRISTMAS BOOKINGS***
We are currently in the process of creating more powered and unpowered sites that will be open from Friday 20th of December to Sunday the 5th of January. These sites aren't live to be booked yet but please swing us a message if you are interested and want any more information.
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Cracknback Riverside Campground
30 sites · RVs, Tents5 acres · Lower Creek, NSW
Our working farm is located between Kempsey and Armidale in the beautiful Macleay Valley in the Northern Tablelands of NSW. We offer large, grassy campsites on the beautiful Macleay River and a modern amenities block with hot showers and flushing toilets.
**IMPORTANT INFORMATION**
Cracknback Campground is situated almost half way between Kempsey and Armidale shires. They are each responsible for this road. The boundary between the two shires is at Blackbird Flat - which is 12 km from us towards Kempsey. The Armidale Shire section of road is officially closed - however we do have permission to operate. DO NOT USE GPS! Because the road is closed on Live Traffic, GPS will take you into the back hills.
From Kempsey
1.5 hours. Travel through Willawarrin, Bellbrook and continue straight for 40 mins until you see our signs on the left.
From Armidale
1.5 hours. Travel app 41km on Waterfall Way. Turn right onto Kempsey-Armidale Road. Cracknback is app 54km on the right.
* Heaps of flat ground for kids to ride bikes
* Watch tortoises and fish in the river
* Free kayaks for use
* Beautiful mountain ranges and such an open sky you can see the Milky Way!
* 30 roomy sites, flushing toilets, hot showers
* Family friendly
* We are dog friendly...if your dog is friendly.
* Fire pits provided but bring your own wood
Additional guests welcome at $20 per head per night over 15 years old. Kids 5 - 15 years $5 per night. Under 5 years free
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Yarralen Retreat
44 sites · Lodging, RVs, Tents40 acres · Yarrahapinni, NSW
Yarralen is a beautiful 40 acre property on the mid-north coast of NSW. Situated under Mt Yarrahapinni on the Eastern side of the Pacific Hwy. Halfway between Sydney and Brisbane, Port Macquarie and Coffs Harbour. We are surrounded by National Parks and close to pristine beaches , grassy heads , scotts head and the Macleay River.
Please note there is a $10 pet fee for the campsites, and $15 pet fee for lodgings (the two Vans and Units).
We offer a magical bush retreat with all the modern felicities with a range of camping and accommodation options:
-The Eclectic Bush Haven is a family-friendly camping area where kids under 12 yrs camp for free, campers booking this option have access to camp kitchen, toilets and electricity.
-The Yarralen Retreat Camp Ground 2 is a more secluded camping area for off-road campers that are completely self-contained with their own toilet, kitchen facilities and power.
-The Butterfly Caravan and Retro Glam Vans are renovated caravans nestled in the rainforest.
-Yarralen Retreat Glamping are glamping tents offering the perfect romantic escape, or if you just like camping but don't want to set up a tent, this is the perfect choice.
- Our Entire Property Exclusive option means you can book out the whole place for your group to enjoy privately. Please thoroughly read the site description which explains exactly what this option does and does not include.
Our 40-acre property features eclectic, arty, and striking sculptures and artworks. Stroll through the beautiful bush surroundings, visit the water lilies, and say hello to the roaming peacocks.
The campsites are located on a grassed area surrounded by a corridor of tall trees for your shade and comfort.
We're not far from the beach, with Grassy Heads being the closest beach. While you're exploring why not check out Scott’s Head and South West Rocks for the amazing vistas.
Refresh and recharge in the Magnesium pool and detox in our sauna (please book access under our Extras).
Warm your soul around the campfire in the evening. Firewood is available (please see our Extras).
Campers at the Eclectic Bush Haven will enjoy our fantastic camp kitchen, along with amenities including hot showers and flushing toilet. The kitchen is fully equipped with a Webber BBQ, gas cooktop, large fridge, lighting and power. (IMPORTANT: Campers who book the Yarralen Retreat Camp Ground 2 area DO NOT have access to these facilities, we expect campers in this area to be fully self-contained)
For your convenience entry to the property and main camping area is via our asphalt driveway, which suits all vehicles. (IMPORTANT: Campers who book the Yarralen Retreat Camp Ground 2 will need a 4WD to access this secluded part of the property).
Overnight or longer stays are also available for private parties, weddings, retreats, team building - anything possible. Please message us to have a chat.
Peaceful tall timbered bushland with abundant wildlife throughout the property. It's a great experience for kids, feeds the chooks, free-ranging peafowl, rainforest and billabong walks, and amazing gardens.
Campfires are permitted in the communal fire pit area or individual firepits are available to enjoy at your site.
Please use tank water sparingly (for cooking, cuppas) and BYO drinking water.
We offer a range of Extras to make your stay memorable and comfortable:
-Infra-red Detox Sauna
-Magnesium heated Pool
-Firewood for your campfire
We look forward to welcoming you!
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Kooinda Farm
10 sites · RVs, Tents100 acres · Eungai Creek, NSW
100 acre farm of mixed native bush and orchard plantings, with a mixture of secluded camp areas for campers with their own amenities and sites with facilities. The Woodland Lakeside campsite has a single compost toilet, and the Woodland Ridgetop sites share a camp kitchen with compost toilets and hot showers.
We have two beautiful dams that are great for kayaking and swimming, and creek frontage where you can fish. Beautiful views of Yarrahapinni Mountain to the east and hills out to the west. There are 40 acres of bushland to go walkabout. Geese and ducks free range the property and feeding time visits can be arranged. We are just 1.5km of single track gravel road to the Pacific Highway with good access for all types of vehicles.
There is a choice of private campsites either by the dam or the creek with no other campers in sight! We also have a multi site area at the Woodland Ridgetop with a camp kitchen, compost toilets and showers. This will be available to be booked as a large group area or as 3 individual sites. Later in 2024 we will also have beautiful glamping bell tent sites available.
Drinking water (tank water) is available from an outdoor tap at the farmhouse, as long as we have had sufficient rainfall. Please check in advance if you require water. Campers MUST have their own self contained amenities for the Creek Camp, and the 2 Parking Sites, and leave no trace. There is a toilet dump point for chemical toilets in Macksville, 10 mins away.
All he sites are dog friendly as long as all dog poo is cleared up.
20 mins to Scotts Head and Grassy Head beaches and Yarrahapinni National Park. State Forest on the doorstep great for mountain bikes, and with motorbike trails heading out to the west.
The farm is 5 minutes from the Eungai Buffallo Farm cafe. There is also farm produce available for sale - fresh eggs for breakfast!
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Bellinger River Camping
13 sites · RVs, Tents60 acres · Bellingen, NSW
Level, grassed sites, with plenty of open space along 1 km banks of the Bellinger River.
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walking distance to town, with a great milk bar serving fish n chips only 700m down the road or swim across the river and have breakfast or lunch at the Old Butter Factory Cafe.
There is Free onsite kayaking on request, fishing and great entertainment in town.
All Children are FREE and you can
Swim and Fish straight from camp and keep an eye out for the platypus!
A new fence is now being placed to keep cows away from camping grounds. There is a pit toilet and there
are public toilets right next door, available 24/7.
Pets welcome.
Maximum 1 vehicle per booking, as there is plenty of room for group bookings on one site email me to arrange booking.
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Anchorage Park
7 sites · RVs100 acres · Urunga, NSW
Riverfront campground on the majestic Kalang River.
Boating, fishing, crabbing, swimming literally on your doorstep.
20 minutes south of Coffs Harbour, 5 minutes from Urunga town centre.
All sites are generally level and grassed.
Communal fire pits and potable water on-site.
All campers must be self contained ( rubbish, toilet, grey water).
Use of boat ramp, jetty and kayaks available from farm house.
Due to our coastal location camp may close in extended periods of wet weather.
This is a dog friendly campground inviting self contained campers to enjoy our beautiful property.
Raised individual fire pits are allowed ( no fires on the ground)
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Peace and Paradise
14 sites · RVs, Tents22 acres · Yarrahapinni, NSW
Family avocado farm located on the south side of Yarrahapinni mountain. The property is quiet and private with an amazing view. There are avocado trees, an orange orchard and a variety of other fruiting trees on the far. We have a dam and a bore on the property with an aviary, several sheds and warehouses. Nearby there are gorgeous rivers and beaches and Yarriabini National Park to explore. Or just rest in the peace and quiet or enjoy our animals - chickens, ducks and friendly dog.
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Grassyenda
5 sites · RVs, Tents33 acres · Grassy Head, NSW
At Grassyenda, you'll find flat grass camping a stones throw from great beaches, the river, and townships. It's a rural setting that makes a great basecamp from which to explore the abundance of activities available nearby.
Macleay River is just a 3 minute drive from camp and Grassy Head Beach is a five minutes, so you are never far from fishing, surfing and swimming! Closer to home, you're also welcome to paddle the kayak in the property's dam.
The Yarrabinni National Park is closeby, and a great option for hiking, bushwalking, scenic lookouts, and freshwater creeks. The nearest village, Stuarts Point, is just 3 minutes down the road, with larger towns and shopping 20 to 30 minutes' drive away.
The property is just 14km off the M1, with good access and plenty of open space. We limit the number of bookings we take to ensure you can find a private, spacious site to yourselves.
Kid friendly.
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Levenvale Farm in Bellingen
9 sites · RVs, Tents500 acres · Valery, NSW
We are farmers, living the dream on 500 acres in beautiful Bellingen. Our farm is called Levenvale Farm. You will feel a million miles away, yet we are only 7mins into the town of Bellingen.
We run an organic cattle property and have found a few spots around our farm to share with campers and glampers.
Our campsites are "Beyond the Bridge" & "Old Flat Camp". Both are on cattle paddocks and have private access to Hydes Creek. Hydes Creek is a murky sandy base creek. There's lots of logs so its not recommend to jump in, but it's beautiful to cool off in the creek on a hot day.
Both campsites have access to our compost toilet, and outdoor camping shower (canvas bag on a rope). Take your own water for a wash off.
If you prefer a bit more comfort or don't have your own camping gear, you can escape the hustle and enjoy being perched up on one of the highest points on the farm (with incredible views), in our Bell Tent or Hut. Both the Hut and the Tent are furnished with beds & linen but have no power. Both have access to a Drop Loo and a solar powered outdoor Shower (with 1000L tank and gas hot water).
At all our sites, we welcome you to have a small fire, and cook up a BBQ. We sell our organic beef sausages or steaks to campers and happy to have them defrosted for arrival.
All of our listings offer spectacular sunrises, sunsets over the mountains and wanderings through lush rainforest. Experience all the adventures of Levenvale Farm and reconnect with nature.
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Wild Nymboida Camping Dorrigo
3 sites · RVs, Tents200 acres · Moonpar, NSW
Come and enjoy our private camping spots on the beautiful Nymboida River, New South Wales.
Check in is before 5pm no check-ins after 5pm
Campers have direct access to the river which is great for swimming and paddling.
Please note that this is a free flowing river and there are rapids and waterfalls in parts, so care must be taken in parts.
The campsites do require a
4WD to be accessed and are not suitable for larger caravans. Small of road vans and camper trailers are fine.
Pets are welcome but we are a working cattle property, so if your dog is going to chase cattle it's probably not a great fit.
There is a lot to do in the area, including bushwalking, chasing waterfalls, local markets, restaurants, wineries and galleries.
20 minutes from Dorrigo and 50 minutes from Bellingen.
We charge $25 per adult per night Kids are free
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The best camping near Cunnawarra National Park guide
Overview
About
Embark on an adventure through the World Heritage-listed Cunnawarra National Park. With 70km of scenic landscapes connecting New England National Park to Oxley Wild Rivers National Park, it's a haven for 4WD enthusiasts, hikers, and birdwatchers. Set up camp at Wattle Flat or Georges Junction and immerse yourself in the tranquility of the forest.
Notable campgrounds
- Wattle Flat – A serene camping spot nestled in the Styx River State Forest, perfect for a nature retreat.
- Georges Junction – Offers campers a peaceful base to explore the surrounding remote ranges.
Tips for snagging a campsite
- Book early to secure your spot during peak seasons and long weekends.
- Check for cancellations regularly, as plans can change and spots may open up.
- Consider visiting during the off-peak season for a quieter experience.
- Explore nearby camping options for alternative sites if the park is fully booked.
When to go
The best time to visit Cunnawarra National Park is during the milder months, avoiding the extremes of summer and winter. Spring and autumn offer comfortable temperatures for outdoor activities. The wettest month is January, while June is the driest, so plan accordingly for your outdoor adventure.
Know before you go
- Always check the weather and fire danger before your visit, as the park may close during adverse conditions.
- Mobile reception is limited, so download the Emergency Plus app for GPS location in emergencies.
- Pets and smoking are not permitted within the park boundaries.
- Visitor facilities include picnic tables and barbecue facilities at Beech lookout.
- Contact hours for the Coffs Harbour office are from 8:30am to 4:30pm, Monday to Friday.
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