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Watton Airstrip

99%
(1333)
73km from Windamere Dam · 32 sites · Tents, RVs, Lodging · Watton, NSW
PLEASE BE SURE TO READ ALL OF OUR BIO ITS LONG BUT YOU'LL GET ALL THE INFORMATION YOU NEED! We are also available for small Weddings, Birthdays and other functions. Speak to us about using us for a working space for corporate or business trips, collaborations and more......... Watton Airstrip is a stunning property, nestled on the banks of the Macquarie River. Featuring an amazing rustic cabin, nine riverside campsites, along with paddock and bush sites, all 4WD accessible and two equally stunning 2WD accessible sites. You’ll share our spaces with kangaroos, wallabies, emus, echidnas, deer, platypus and more. Enjoy some optional extras, including Tammie's home made bread, farm fresh, free range eggs, or one of our range of grazing platters, home made jams or hot chocolate kits. Or pamper yourself with a Crystal reiki session, or tarot reading. The 2WD accessible sites feature spectacular views to the right, towards Mt Panorama and Mt Horrible and towards Mt Canobolas to the left. Lie back in your swag at night and let the star struck, velvety sky envelope you, or make a booking at the nearby Bathurst Observatory to see the stars up close. Each campsite offers its own unique features for you to enjoy and a hand crafted pit toilet is accessible to those camped along the river bank. Fish or swim in the river, ride your bikes, or set up camp and then head off on an adventure to the Goldfields at Ophir, or History Hill at Hill End via the Bridle Track. Better still, book into a pub crawl with Damo so you can lie back and enjoy the ride. There are plenty of opportunities for 4WDing and bushwalking in the local area. Fires are allowed (fire restrictions permitting). Wood can be collected from fallen wood around the property, or bring your own if you prefer. Pets are welcome for a one off fee per animal. We do ask that pets are supervised at all times and that they do not interfere with farm animals or local wildlife.
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AU$25
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Riverside Camping, Glamping, Cabins

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(82)
47km from Windamere Dam · 77 sites · Tents, RVs, Lodging · Palmers Oaky, NSW
Spread out over 6000 acres, Turon Gates is an authentic bush hideaway, tranquil and unspoilt around 2.5 hours from Sydney CBD with pet-friendly accommodation options. It is located in the Blue Mountains foothills, close to Katoomba, Mudgee, Bathurst & Lithgow. Choose from well-built private rustic self-catering log cabins, glamping tents or campsites situated along 12 km of crystal clear trout stream and log cabin cottages or a new Luxury Lodge with sensational mountain views, Turon Gates is an idyllic escape in the Australian bush. Enjoy waking up to the sounds of the bush, the chatter of the birds and the animals that come to the river for a drink. Turon Gates is abound with wildlife, kangaroos, wombats, platypus, echidnas, possums and bush lizards are all part of the Turon experience! With lots of activities including horse riding, canoeing, gold panning, star gazing and unique places to visit nearby, there is much to do, or nothing to do - the choice is yours when you come to Turon Gates!
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AU$58
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The Nile Off Grid family farm

98%
(323)
52km from Windamere Dam · 30 sites · Tents, RVs, Lodging · Kandos, NSW
Set in the Capertee Valley, New South Wales, Upper Nile is nestled at the end of the road coming from Glen Alice. Surrounded by Majestic Cliffs our spectacular Valley invites people to take it all in, to make memories and get out amongst the landscape... Campers can chill out with friends, hike, explore, swim, take pics of wildlife, birds, help the owner or chat about living off grid. With shallow creeks , swimming hole, heated spa with a view, BBQ, picnic table, Cliffs, hiking/bushwalking, mountain biking, feeding the cows, sheep or chickens - you will have a great time. Don't forget the hot shower and flushing toilets. Campers can have private sites away from others or with multiple friends and their set ups! Our Local coffee shop based in Glen Alice, called From The Paddock is open Thursday to Sunday and offer great coffee, and food. Local sites also include Glen Davis, Dunns Swamp and the Glen Alice Trail. Bird lovers from all over the world come to explore the vast range of birds that call our valley home either full time or part of their residence of choice! As one of the worlds top 11 sites for bird watching, make sure to have your camera readying Get amongst nature, explore, rest and unwind. Fire pits available (some with bbq plate). Amazing views, gas bbq and picnic table on the hill also here to enjoy. We also have cabins and or tiny houses available for accomodation. Self contained with kitchenette and bathroom. Offering spectacular views you won't be disappointed with well travelled guests saying the view is some of the best in the world without the mass of tourists around! . Note: we are a quiet camp, family, and pet friendly, meaning a place of rest and adventure, not a place to blast music and annoy others. Please take parties, loud music elsewhere! Let us know if you have any questions!
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AU$49
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Farm Stay "Como Valley"@ Ben Bullen

99%
(912)
59km from Windamere Dam · 17 sites · Tents, RVs · Ben Bullen, NSW
We have a 1400 acre cattle and goat farm offering a lovely iconic bush camping getaway with creek, river and bush camping areas, great for nature lovers and those who enjoy peace and quiet, you can also enjoy the lovely views from the high spots on property. There is access to shared swimming holes, wildlife and bush walks on the property, bring your mountain bikes to ride and explore. There is plenty to do in the surrounding area! The property backs onto the Turon National Park and you will pass the Gardens of Stone National Park at the turn off to property (popular 4WD destination). It's a short drive to the absolutely spectacular Capertee Valley lookout which is the widest and second largest canyon in the world and also very popular for bird watching. You can also take a drive down to Glen Davis Shale Oil Works ruins or spend the day with a trip to the Mudgee Vineyards for some wine sampling! Or simply just kick back and enjoy the peacefulness of country life and take in the amazing star display at night. 4WD access.
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Dalli's Campground

94%
(480)
55km from Windamere Dam · 61 sites · Tents, RVs, Lodging · Capertee, NSW
Located in the beautiful Capertee Valley, approximately 3 hours north west of Sydney, we would love to welcome you to Dalli's Campground. Flat, shady camping areas, plenty of wildlife, particularly birds, suitable for bush walkers and nature lovers. Get some friends together, bring your dog (we are pet friendly), throw your tents and bedding in the car and come visit! Accessible for all types of vehicles, including caravans, motor homes, camper vans. Toilet (flushing) and hot shower facilities available. Full use of GAS BBQ & Gas Oven and Pizza oven(Must advise manager if you intend to use). Gas supplied. Camp kitchen area has servery with sink and hot water. Cutlery, crockery and saucepans provided. WIFI - available on request Campfires permitted in designated areas (subject to fire bans) and must be in supplied firepits or bring your own. Firewood can be brought onto site or purchased from the campground . Access to the orchard welcome (seasonal). Our campground is a great base to explore the Capertee Valley, including Garden of Stones, Turon and Capertee National Parks. Discover the famous Captertee Valley Bird Watching Trail. Only an hour away from historic Rylstone, Mudgee or Dunns' Swamp, and 20 mins to the old shale mines at Glen Davis.
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AU$31
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On the Stone River Retreat

97%
(110)
65km from Windamere Dam · 1 site · Tent, RV · Bathurst, NSW
Unwind in the seclusion of this private and safe bush camping site on the banks of the Wambuul-Macquarie River in the remote Killongbutta valley located half-way between Bathurst and Orange. It’s a place where time stands still. Enabling you to reconnect with nature as you slow down and embrace the sounds of the river, wildlife and sheoaks when they ‘whisper secrets to the wind’. Many stories and dreamings have come from this place which guarantees to inspire your imagination as an artist, writer, poet or musician. You have access to 100 acres of bushland or enjoy a walk along Killongbutta Road which winds its way through spectacular Wiradjuri country where ancient stone quarries, corroboree sites and a warrior’s grave have been found. Platypus, water dragons and river rats all live in the river. Be prepared to share the site with wombats who have burrowed their homes into the banks. Road access to site is suitable for 2WD in dry weather. It is a short, steep drop with two tight corners not suitable for large caravans and RVs. The site has a newly constructed long drop toilet, pets are allowed and bring your own firewood to ensure you have enough as it's becoming scarce around the site. Please take all rubbish with you. Please note: Kids under 12 are free to support young families wanting to experience the bush. Please still add them to the booking as they will not be charged. What is not allowed: shooters and trappers, illegal fishing, motor bikes, quad bikes and other noisy machines! Killongbutta Road runs off Freemantle Road and is 36 kms from Bathurst. It is 40 kilometres from Orange through Gowan Road that joins Lower Lewis Ponds Road. For your information, On the Stone is a podcast and publishing studio that produces a quarterly magazine for the Freemantle Road community. We have local history to share and can always provide information about our services. We look forward to providing exclusive access to our river site for campers who will appreciate and respect this place which is our home. Thank you to all the campers who have stayed at our retreat. You have all been wonderful, caring for our property and writing great reviews. The drop loo is taking on its own character with your messages and artworks.
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AU$37
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Hillside Camp on Bow River

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(193)
65km from Windamere Dam · 23 sites · Tents, RVs · Merriwa, NSW
The ultimate Farm Solitude Camping experience for nature lovers seeking adventure, peace and serenity. This is not a place for parties and loud noise, but if you want to get away from it all and relax in a secluded Campsite surrounded by beautiful Native Bushland or explore miles of trails, gullies, caves, Flight Springs Creek and the exquisite Bow River, take some time to camp at Hillside, which is a remote 2000 acre working cattle property situated 23km west of MERRIWA, 17 km off the Golden Highway, adjoining the Goulburn River National Park. Most sites are in secluded area's far away from each other but at busy times people may pass by some sites to access the river. There are plenty of walking trails and for the enthusiastic bushwalker, the Bow River winds its way 7km down to the Goulburn River through the National Park with its gentle flowing stream and rock pools nestled between sandstone cliffs of caves. All sites are pet friendly, but pets must be kept on leash and cleaned up after. Campfires are allowed when there are no restrictions. Cut firewood is available on request $20 lots, cash only. 4WD and High vehicles are recommended as tracks have rocky outcrops and some areas of loose sand. Some sites can be accessed by 2WD. The Bow River area is strictly 4WD (Low Range) access ONLY as it is extremely steep with loose gravel and rocky outcrops. AWD (All wheel drive) vehicles will not get back out. For all 4WD areas please let your Tyres down to 25psi to help conserve our tracks. Outback 4WD tracks are now open for campers to explore as well as Hidden Valley. All sites have toilets, but guests will need their own shower facilities and must take all waste and rubbish with them on departure. Phone Service is very limited in this area. If you email a request, sometimes it may take a few hours for us to reply. No motorbikes or chainsaws and no hunting allowed. WARNING: There are many areas of cliff edges and shear drops! Children must be supervised at all times while exploring these areas. There are also dams at or near some of the campsite areas that could be dangerous if children wander off exploring alone.
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AU$44
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Canyon Country Camping, Glen Alice

99%
(251)
55km from Windamere Dam · 252 sites · Tents, RVs · Upper Nile, NSW
Camping in a natural sandstone amphitheatre with amazing wildlife at your campsite on Eurella, Glen Alice. Set in the heart of the Capertee Valley, consisting of 4000 acres of freehold land, the grounds are located off the public road. The property raises horses, cattle & sheep with private trails to ride a bicycle or walk; cliffs to climb and caves to explore, all at the base of the majestic Tyan Peak. No recreational motor bike activity, four wheel driving pursuits or shooting permitted. Our campers are seeking solitude, tranquility and peaceful moments with nature. Just 2 hours west of the Sydney fringes and in the centre of the amazing Capertee Valley, close to award winning vineyards at Rylstone and Mudgee, Glow Worm Tunnel and Dunns Swamp; all perfect day outings from your base of solitude in a space with very few campers within a kilometre of your camp. Perfect for group bookings, celebrations, music & wellness events, bird watching or simply enjoy the creative spaces. You will need your own supply of fresh drinking water, toilet paper, generator if you need power and of course, food and beverages! There are chemical toilets on site for your convenience. There is no mains power and internet is very patchy. Bring your own Starlink mobile for easy access to the internet whilst away; perfect solution for those unable to disconnect. Starlink Mobile can be switched off when back home so you are only charged when away relaxing! Perfect! Keeps the kids busy too, if they are tired of chasing balls in the vast open areas of the campground. Unique birdlife, reptiles, kangaroos, wallabies, goannas, echidnas, wombats & spiders! This particular area was the pilgrim site for the Wiradjuri First Nation where they conducted ceremonies at the base of the Spiritual Tyan Peak. There is no other freehold land closer to the Peak. CCC is renowned as a special place for healing; powerful grounding experiences have occurred here in the past. If you want a free spirited, nature experience, there is no other campground offering privacy, exclusive camp areas with multitudes of bush climbs! Generally you will not share this space with many campers at one time. Perfect place for mediation, writing, creative arts and relaxing
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The Wollemi Art Farm

100%
(31)
43km from Windamere Dam · 7 sites · Tents, RVs · Nullo Mountain, NSW
The Wollemi Art Farm is a 100 acre block surround by national park - so your only neighbours are trees and animals. We are only 2 kilometres from the stunning Dunns Swamp. We have several camping areas, which range from intimate to spacious, and can host up to 190 people - if you want to book out the whole place (weddings, parties, small festivals)! Facilities include toilets, water and shelter. It's called 'The Wollemi Art Farm' because not only do we do arty things there (like quests and Shakespeare nights), in time we shall fill the place with mysterious and beautiful works of art - constructed from the rocks and wood of the landscape itself. We have our own trails and views (see below). As mentioned, we run quest adventures (think: clues, a map, exploring, competing against other teams for glory) - get in touch if you would like to know when the next one is, or if you would like your own private quest. I've included some quest material in the photos (more on our Instagram and Youtube). There is an additonal fee for questing. Walks: -Look out for the twin cairns on the north side of the public road, about 100m before you get to the main camping area. Follow the trail to the Summit. -You can also follow the private road up the hill past the main house (turn right off the public road as if you are going to the Spring campsite, then walk past the 'no tresspassing sign' - you are not tresspassing if you are a guest!). Follow this road for a few hundred metres until you see the rocky outcrop towards your right (the 'Souther Heights'). A sign points the way to a cleft that you can ascend. Two cairns mark this spot. Follow the rocky ridge up for several hundred metres. It's a fine adventure. Runs. I'm a keen distance runner. I have a range of runs mapped out. These include a 10km loop, longer runs up to 20kms, various reps, and more. The WAF is perfect for your running group getaway.
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Vans in the Vines Mudgee

95%
(43)
30km from Windamere Dam · 10 sites · RVs · Eurunderee, NSW
Nestled in the heart of nature between Mudgee and Gulgong NSW our property offers a serene escape with the added charm of an adjoining winery. Perfect for a weekend getaway, our campsite is ideal for those looking to unwind and enjoy the finer things in life. **Campsites:** Set up your fully self contained van in our well-maintained sites. Enjoy the tranquility of the surrounding landscape overlooking the vineyard and surrounding hills. **Friday Night Delights:** Every Friday night, join us next door at the winery for a delightful evening of wine, pizza + music. Savour locally crafted wines, beers + cocktails and delicious stone-fired pizzas while mingling with fellow campers and locals. - **Wine Tastings:** Take advantage of complimentary wine + olive oil tastings at the winery. Discover a variety of exquisite wines and learn about the winemaking process from the makers and owners. - **Outdoor Activities:** Explore the beautiful surroundings around our property, perfect for push biking + walking. Keep an eye out for local wildlife and enjoy the fresh air. If you hear some strange noises in the early morning it just could be a Hot Air Balloon taking off! - **Relaxation:** Unwind by the campfire under a starlit sky. Share stories, roast marshmallows, and create lasting memories with friends and family. **Amenities:** - NO restrooms or showers - MUST be fully self contained - NO Potable water stations - NO Picnic tables or fire pits - Pet-friendly (please keep pets on a leash) **Nearby Attractions:** - Scenic hiking and biking trails - Local markets and shops - Additional wineries and breweries Come and experience the perfect blend of nature and luxury at our campsite. Whether you're here for a quiet retreat or a fun-filled weekend, we have something for everyone. Book your stay with us and make your next camping trip unforgettable!
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AU$66
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The best camping near Windamere Dam, NSW guide

Overview

About

A popular sport and recreation destination, Windamere Dam is just several hours inland from Newcastle and is a great day trip for those camping near the Blue Mountains. Plenty of trails and stunning scenery offer hours of entertainment for bushwalkers and nature lovers. 

The lake itself is great for watersports and fishing. Take to the water with the nearby boat ramp at Cudgegong Waters Park and enjoy your day on the lake. Looking to fish? Lake Windamere is stocked with cod, perch, and catfish and Rainbow Trout can be found downriver from the towering Windamere Dam.

Nearby attractions

  • Set along the picturesque banks of the Cudgegong River, Mudgee’s rolling hills are famous for their award-winning wineries. 
  • A World Heritage-Listed wonderland in the northern Blue Mountains, Wollemi National Park is home to a long list of stunning natural attractions.
  • Australia’s first inland city, Goulburn is known for its exciting events and for being surrounded by seemingly endless outdoor adventures. 
  • Serene walking trails and a 90km river wind their way through the flourishing forest in Goulburn River National Park.
  • West of the Blue Mountains, Capertee National Park is home to a range of wildlife and plants that can’t be found anywhere else in the world.
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