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Sander Kristjan

4 days ago

Tent

Weekend Trip to Juburra Country Camping

Well, I love this spot so much I visited Giant's Saddle the second time and very likely will go back again.

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Éanna

4 days ago

Tent

Weekend Trip to Juburra Country Camping

Great Camp Spot - secluded and the views are fantastic. Lovely campfire in the evening and panoramic sunrise in the morning. The drive in was an adventure, 4WD definitely needed!

Nicholas

5 days ago

Tent

Weekend Trip to Juburra Country Camping

The Train Station is an absolutely amazing camping spot. The view is beautiful, and you feel truly secluded. This spot is 100% worth a visit.

Justin

1 week ago

3 m pop-up camper

With pets

Weekend Trip to Juburra Country Camping

Fantastic camp, we will keep on returning. Beautiful spot, everything is wonderful, kids spend hours in the creek, not a prickle in sight. The owners are quick to respond and help out any chance they can. Can’t recommend this place enough. 👍👍

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Sophie

1 week ago

Tent

With pets

Weekend Trip to One Tree Hill

Absolutely beautiful campgrounds! Guy & his family were extremely accommodating. Will be back!

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Jeison

1 week ago

Tent

With pets

Weekend Trip to One Tree Hill

We loved the animals and the Host Family, really good service for everything what we needed. Nice landscape for a walk, beautiful animals, just a nice land to go away of the city, totally a good place to recommend!

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Reece

1 week ago

5 m pop-up camper

With kids

Weekend Trip to One Tree Hill

Guy is a very friendly and a approachable person, which is happy to help out in any way possible. the campgrounds are clean tidy and spacious. There is a large array of animals, that are very friendly for kids and adults.

Tim

1 week ago

Tent

With kids

Weekend Trip to One Tree Hill

Spacious and semi-private camp sites, good toilet/shower, lovely rescue animals, friendly hosts and nearby walks and creeks. We loved it!

Iszac

1 week ago

4 m Class B

With pets

Weekend Trip to Juburra Country Camping

The 360 views from the camp spot was awesome, plenty of room. Great spot for my dog to run around too. Will definitely be back!

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Alex

1 week ago

Tent

Weekend Trip to Juburra Country Camping

I love the journey to our campsite felt like solving a puzzle! The views were incredible and the directions which were noted to get to the site were incredibly clear. Would highly recommend this camp spot

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matt

1 week ago

Tent

Weekend Trip to Juburra Country Camping

Great spot looking down into the valley, easy to follow instructions from the host to get to the site, didn’t need 4wd to get in but did to get back out, wasn’t very difficult just wet when we left, would definitely return.

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Shane

2 weeks ago

Tent

With pets

1 night at One Tree Hill

Guy and his family were super friendly and made us feel right at home. The campsite was peaceful and quiet. Highly recommend.

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Moana

2 weeks ago

7 m Class A

With pets

Weekend Trip to The Sleepy Hollow Manor Estate

Thank you for your call with how to get into the property. We didnt actually end up staying as we realise it wasnt practical with our doggy just having had surgery. It lookedd like a lovely peaceful spot though

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ocean

2 weeks ago

Tent

Weekend Trip to Ingenia Holidays Byron Bay

The ladies at the front desk were ANGELS so so friendly and so helpful

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Sue

2 weeks ago

7 m Class B

Weekend Trip to Rainforest Gateway

It is a beautiful spot. So well maintained and clean. The hosts were very friendly and helpful. We will definitely come back again

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Hans

2 weeks ago

5 m pop-up camper

With pets

Weekend Trip to The Sleepy Hollow Manor Estate

Great getaway... beautiful property with easy access. Lots of choice for campsites with very friendly cattle grazing through the property.

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Eliza

2 weeks ago

Tent

Group trip

Weekend Trip to OZ SKY RANCH

Lovely campsite with a beautiful lake. Lisa was a fabulous host- very helpful and easy to contact.

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Erin

2 weeks ago

6 m Class B

With pets

Weekend Trip to McKenzies Mountain, Wollumbin

The site had no access to the creek water which was a fair walk away but was nice and remote with a camp fire.. John and Greg were welcoming and helpful

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Kailee

2 weeks ago

With pets

3 nights at Crystal Creek Rainforest Treehouse

The red cabin was very intimate and sweet. It felt private and comfortable. The gardens were nicely maintained, with beautiful Mountain View’s. We really appreciated the tranquility. It’s also pet and child friendly which is a wonderful find these days 🤍❤️

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Belinda

2 weeks ago

6 m Class B

Weekend Trip to Estate Lodges Caravan & Camping

David was very kind and welcoming when I made a last minute booking, arriving on a very wet late afternoon, the sites are very spacious with lovely and peacefull surrounds with just the sound of nature. Amenties building was also very clean with good showers.

Top-rated campgrounds

Ingenia Holidays Byron Bay

94%

(286)

38km from Cabarita Beach · 214 sites · Tents, RVs, Lodging · Byron Bay, NSW

This northern New South Wales hotspot needs no introduction. Byron Bay attracts some two million visitors to its sandy shores each year. To see what makes this beach holiday destination so alluring, stay amongst Ingenia Holidays Byron Bay’s 28 acres of parklands which fronts onto the famous Tallow Beach. Whether you like to caravan, camp, or stay in a cabin, there is a range of accommodation options at Ingenia Holidays Byron Bay to suit any holiday style.

Misty Mountain - Kunghur

97%

(2076)

36km from Cabarita Beach · 203 sites · Tents, RVs · Kunghur, NSW

Centrally located between Nimbin and Murwillumbah in the small town of Kunghur NSW, is the Misty Mountain Campground where you’ll see the morning mist roll in, then clear to reveal spectacular days. DO NOT USE THE DIRECTIONS LINK IN YOUR BOOKING THAT HIPCAMP PROVIDES PLEASE REQUEST A POWERED AREA BEFORE BOOKING SO WE CAN LET YOU KNOW IF THERE IS ONE AVAILABLE- powered sites will incur a $5.00 per night per plug fee paid in CASH on arrival. The peace and tranquillity and spectacular scenery make this the ideal place to relax and unwind or the perfect spot to base yourself while you explore everything the Tweed Shire and the Northern Rivers Region has to offer. Misty Mountain Campgrounds is suitable for tent campers, caravans, camper trailers and motorhomes.. PLEASE NOTE - Children aged between 3 and 15 are booked under Child Rates, Children 2 and under are Free and do not have to be booked in. Hundred Tents Campgrounds is also available for General Camping during Easter and the Xmas break and Public Holiday Weekends.

McKenzies Mountain, Wollumbin

94%

(809)

26km from Cabarita Beach · 165 sites · Tents, RVs · Eungella, NSW

Discover 528 acres of Wollumbin paradise. McKenzies Mountain is run by a sixth generation pioneer family, and boasts a kilometer of river frontage, four kilometers interspersed with waterfalls and rockpools, over a hundred acres of pristine rainforest, and a 2000 ft elevation mountain peak. Plus it's home to 125 head of cattle. It's simply a magical country camping spot. There is plenty to do, including swimming, kayaking, canoeing, fishing, and crystal fossicking. Just next door, within walking distance, is the Hare Krishna farm, where they run Hare Krishna farm tours, workshops, and Yoga retreats. Each camping area has been chosen to ensure space and privacy for all guests, good access and lovely views.

Deadwood City Station

76km from Cabarita Beach · 2 sites · RVs · Cedar Vale, QLD

Located in a peaceful rural area between Jimboomba and Beaudesert, this private site offers a quiet escape surrounded by nature. Access is via a solid road-base driveway that can be steep in sections, so a 4WD vehicle is recommended. There is just one campsite available, suitable for self-contained caravans or motorhomes. Please note that there are no on-site amenities, including power, water, or a dump point. Conveniently situated about an hour’s drive from Brisbane’s major southside hospitals, this spot provides a tranquil getaway that’s still within easy reach of the city.

Larapinta

99%

(1923)

63km from Cabarita Beach · 14 sites · Tents, RVs, Lodging · Laravale, QLD

Do you want to break free from life's constraints? Feel like getting back to nature but not too keen on sharing it with fifty other campers, their yapping dogs and their terrible taste in music. Then pack your swag and head to "Larapinta" in the heart of the Scenic Rim where the crackling of your campfire is all you'll hear.. The picture postcard views from the Jinbroken Range are all here awaiting your gaze from your own private camp-site. There are only 12 sites, all a few hundred metres from each other, linked by 4WD tracks spread over 540ac 500 year old Grasstrees are waiting to greet those who prefer the feel of the earth under their feet and can be found as you meander along the km's of cattle tracks. So book your secluded spot now for a taste of authentic camping Larapinta style. Oh and btw if you love bush camping but don't want to become a bush pig we have a hot shower & flushing toilet just for you. Please note; the tracks at Larapinta are definitely 4wd only, they are not smooth nor flat and If you struggle to read maps and understand directions given in English then Larapinta is possibly not for you. Price is per person not per site. 419 Christmas Creek Rd Laravale. Check us out at "Larapinta Campers & Cows" on Facebook and Google Maps.

Tyalgum Showground

98%

(598)

36km from Cabarita Beach · 38 sites · Tents, RVs · Tyalgum, NSW

Tyalgum Showgrounds offers both powered and unpowered sites, toilets, showers, drinking water, free dump point for campers and a camp kitchen. This is a recreation reserve camp ground run by volunteers - all money collected goes back to improvement of the facilities. Dogs are permitted but must be on a leash. The Showgrounds can only offer a maximum of 7 nights.

Andrew Drynan Park-Camp with a view

94%

(791)

62km from Cabarita Beach · 80 sites · Tents, RVs · Running Creek, QLD

Andrew Drynan Park is situated on Running Creek, 47 km south of Beaudesert and 19 km from Rathdowney on the Lions Road. The drive from Brisbane will take a couple of hours. It has an impressive backdrop formed by Mt Chinghee. Running Creek is a lovely flowing creek which is very inviting in summer and the park offers a great bush camp. Toilets, BBQs, picnic tables and swimming. BYO drinking water. Pets to be restrained. No showers—a dip in the creek will keep you clean but please don’t use soap or detergent. Directions: At Rathdowney, turn left into Running Creek Rd and travel approximately 17km south east. Campers & Day Trippers Rules: The Park is for everyone to enjoy, so please adhere to a few simple guidelines while enjoying this beautiful park. By using this park you agree to the following rules. All vehicles entering the park must observe 10 Km per hour speed limit. Fires must be extinguished prior to departure. Park users must clean up their area when leaving, by taking all rubbish, including food scraps and disposable nappies with them, so the next users can enjoy the Park as well. Do not burn your rubbish. It must be taken with you! The disposal of nappies in the grass around the waterline, and in fire pits, is a serious risk to human health, the health of the creek, surrounding stock and the ecosystem! Please be respectful of other camper’s space & privacy! Do not set up on top of other campers. Generator use is restricted to 4 hours per day between the hours of 2pm to 6pm. Dogs must be on short leads and confined to your campsite at all times. No music or noise after 10pm, noise level must at all times be at an acceptable level so as not to disturb other users. No antisocial behavior. No camping on creek banks. No playing around toilet block area. No livestock to be kept on the park. No cutting down trees. No person to travel in the load area of vehicles. No motorcycles other than on the formed roads or when moving between your campsite and the road. No stock whips, firearms or weapons of any sort, chainsaws, drones or fireworks allowed in the park. No use of detergents, soaps or shampoos in creek. No washing dishes or clothing in creek. No hitting of Golf balls. No cricket with cricket ball (tennis ball ok). No swings to be tied to trees. Anyone who is non-compliant may be directed by park management to leave the park and if so must leave without delay. Non-compliance will be referred to local Police and you may face legal action for trespassing. Park management reserves the right to refuse anyone entry to and use of the park. Let’s all enjoy the beauty of the natural surroundings. Yours respectfully Andrew Drynan Park Management

Sarabah Stud

98%

(1297)

53km from Cabarita Beach · 12 sites · Tents, RVs · Sarabah, QLD

Sarabah Stud is a beautiful cattle and farming property with access to Canungra Creek. There's resident platypus in the creek and great spots for swimming. Located approximately 40 minutes from the Gold Coast and 1 hour to Brisbane CBD. There are several beautiful swimming holes just below where we encourage guests to swim. Children 5-16 are $10 per night (please include with booking), and kids 4 and under are free (no need to include in booking, just let us know they are coming). Toilet available. Please note we do not provide toilet paper. Remove all rubbish. Campfires permitted in a designated area when restrictions aren't in place. Access is 2wd but we recommend 4wd when raining or wet conditions or contact us for track condition . Pets are not permitted.

OZ SKY RANCH

96%

(1446)

64km from Cabarita Beach · 89 sites · Tents, RVs, Lodging · Tamborine Mountain, QLD

Oz Sky Ranch is set on 350+ acres in the beautiful Gold Coast Hinterland, just outside of Brisbane at the bottom of Mount Tambourine near Canungra. We cater to adventurous souls, with a range of adventure tourism activities in and around our property. Try tandem hang-gliding and paragliding and a full range of hang gliding and paragliding courses or just bring your own stand-up paddleboards and kayaks. Our lake is lovely and clean and is great to swim in. We opened up our working cattle and turf farm to promote Hang gliding and paragliding, we believe the more people see it, then the more people may like to come for a tandem flight or learn to fly with us. You can buy a friend or loved one a gift of a life time. Tandem hang gliding gift vouchers are very popular, as you get to take off from the property and flyover you’re campsite and then up to 2500ft. Then come and land right next to your friends and family at the Oz Sky Ranch. We pride ourselves on keeping the property lovely and clean. We are also opening our home and farm to you. So please respect it and enjoy it as we do. We have 5 designated campsites positioned around the property. Within the designated sites, there are camp spots that we rotate. Please check with us to see what ones are open. We need to rotate the sites and rest them. This is how we keep them well-maintained and looking amazing. If it is wet weather we will close down sites and recommend other spots. We pride our self’s on having a lovely property and want you to have an amazing camping experience. If it is bad weather, we will recommend another site or you can change dates. Campfires are allowed at designated camp spots when fire bans aren't in place. Firewood is available to purchase . We have a no dog policy No smoking is allowed on the property, vaping is fine at your own campsite. No glass Policy, bring cans plastic glasses to drink out off. We do have a lot of rule, they are in place to give you a Beautiful environment to Camp in and To look after our Animals and farm. We accept groups however we have strict rules around this, so please discuss with us first. If you are up early in the morning you may be lucky enough to see the best in QLD barefoot water skiers training on the lake and also tandem hang gliders getting towed up from the airstrip. All campers must check in before dark and call me before entering. We look forward to your enquiry.

Oakey Ridge

99%

(387)

54km from Cabarita Beach · 13 sites · Tents, RVs · Georgica, NSW

Oakey Ridge – Nature, Views & Wildlife on a Pet-Friendly Farm Nestled in the scenic hills between Lismore and Nimbin on our peaceful 277-acre beef cattle farm. This is a place to unplug, unwind, and reconnect with nature. The property features a running creek, seasonal waterfalls, subtropical rainforest pockets, and open ridge lines with sweeping views. Our bushland is home to abundant wildlife – keep an eye out for wallabies, native birds, and if you’re lucky, a koala drinking from our treetop water stations. 🐾 Pet-Friendly: We love dogs, and they love it here too! Many of our guests bring their furry friends along for the adventure. There’s plenty of space to explore, just keep them supervised and under control around livestock and wildlife. 🌿 Nature & Adventure: Explore our designated nature corridor, take a peaceful walk, or hike up to one of our lookouts. For those with a 4WD, parts of the property offer even more to discover. 🚗 2WD Access: No 4WD? No worries! All main campsites are 2WD accessible and well spaced for privacy and comfort. 🛁 Clean Facilities: We provide simple, clean, and well-maintained amenities to make your stay comfortable. 🌱 Regeneration in Progress: We’re proud to be actively involved in land regeneration and sustainable farming practices, working to support biodiversity and a healthy future for the land. Whether you're camping under the stars, exploring the bush, or relaxing with your dog by your side, Oakey Ridge offers a truly special rural escape.

Stonesthrow

99%

(1766)

49km from Cabarita Beach · 30 sites · Tents, RVs · Illinbah, QLD

Please read all of the following information before submitting a booking request. Requests that don’t provide the required information will not be processed. Stonesthrow is a 106 acre rural property in the peaceful Illinbah Valley. Nestled between Beechmont and Canungra, we are about an hour (a stones throw) from the Gold Coast or Brisbane. Over time, the property has been used to farm goats, train racing camels and spell racehorses and is now a family hobby farm. We currently have three dogs, cows, horses, goats and some friendly donkeys who love to meet new people for some pats and a carrot! We offer a choice of sites- either Lower Sites close to the beautiful shallow creek that meanders its way through the property or Elevated Sites with views of the valley. LOWER SITES have access to facilities- toilets, a powered shed, kettle, fridge and a sink. Most sites offer 2WD access yet still facilitate the experience of camping in the bush. These are the only sites that caravans can access. ELEVATED SITES have stunning views of the valley. These sites are only accessible by capable 4WD and require you to bring your own sealed, chemical camping toilet and ensuite tent which we sight on arrival before allowing guests access to the track. Check-in must be during daylight hours to enable safe access. Off-road camper trailers can access these sites. When submitting a booking request, select either a Lower Site or Elevated Site. Please include your vehicle make and model, camping setup (tent/swag/camper trailer), type of toilet and ensuite tent (if requesting an elevated site) and number of occupants (adults, children, dogs). Friendly dogs are welcome and must be kept on a lead when in close proximity to the cottage and other campers. Please note, the availability of certain sites is weather dependant. We are not a 4WD adventure park. Vehicles must be left at your campsite and NOT used to explore the property. Exploration of the property is welcome by foot or bicycle: 1.2 km from bottom to top. Due to insurance considerations, no 'day visitors' are allowed unless they have an approved Hipcamp booking. We are a Leave No Trace campground - ensure what you bring in, leaves with you. All camp fires must be fully extinguished with water prior to departure.

Rowlands Creek Camp Area

98%

(863)

26km from Cabarita Beach · 8 sites · Tents, RVs · Rowlands Creek, NSW

Come and set up camp along 6 acres of creek flat, Nestled at the foothills of Wollumbin Mount Warning and surrounded by the famed national parks of the Tweed region. Our camp area is situated on Rowlands creek, offering 6 acres of creek flat with 3 waterholes. There are plenty of activities to try around town, from bushwalking, exploring the Rail Trail in Murwillumbah and downhill mountain biking at the Uki Mountain Bike Park (Less then 8Km from our property). The property is just 5km from the beautiful village of Uki. Uki is a place where community spirit hums. Village markets every Saturday selling local foods and crafts. The Old buttery offers ‘the Uki Buttery Bazaar Market’ on the 3rd Sunday of every month. Don’t forget to pop into the Uki Trading Post (Bastion Lane) for the Best coffee in Australia. The Mt Warning Hotel situated in Uki Village also offers all meals as takeaways and a complementary curtesy bus running from Friday 5PM through to Sunday. Stock up on supplies at the village General Store. Pet welcome on leash and under control. Campfires are permitted within local regulations. We do have a bathtub’s on four sites. Campers should leave no trace. We are a short drive from the beautiful Hell’s hole, Unicorn falls and Mavis Kitchens. Take a day trip to Byron Bay (50min) Brunswick Heads (40min) Mullumbimby (35min) Tyalgum (30min). 45mins from Gold Coast airport.

The best camping near Cabarita Beach, NSW guide

Overview

About

Where pristine natural beauty meets boutique luxury, Cabarita Beach is known for its hip storefronts and popular surf breaks. The thin strip of white sand stretches alongside the Cudgen Nature Reserve, which boasts peaceful nature walks and pristine lake views. The beach itself is segmented by Norries Head, an excellent lookout point to finish off your day of bushwalking and beach views.

Looking to spend a day in town exploring the boutiques? Or would you rather take to the shores to relax on one of the most beautiful stretches of coastline in the region? Get the best of both worlds when you're camping near Cabarita Beach.

Nearby attractions

In the Far North Coast along the Queensland border, the city of Tweed Heads sits within the largest caldera in the Southern Hemisphere. Volcanic rock has given way to fertile forests in this incredibly diverse region.
Just south of Queensland, the sleepy coastal hamlet of Kingscliff is the perfect place to escape the crowds. Reliably good waves and a long string of blissful beaches await.
A gateway to the Tweed Valley, eucalyptus forests, and subtropical rainforests line the flowing creeks in Mount Jerusalem National Park.
A long stretch of deserted golden beach lined with rainforest and coastal wetlands, Wooyung is an excellent alternative to the bustling Byron Bay.
A serene headland overlooking Cook Island in the Tasman Sea, Fingal Head, and the nearby lighthouse are excellent places to sight a passing whale or just soak in the view.
Kirra Beach is a top camping destination, with ample space for tents and caravans. Enjoy the picturesque surroundings, swimming, and fishing in the crystal clear water, and all the essential camping amenities.