Camping in Northern Territory with hiking

Cross Australia’s northernmost frontier for an Outback adventure in canyons, deserts, and billabongs.

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12 top campgrounds in Northern Territory with hiking

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Swag Inn

4 sites · RVs, Tents6 acres · Ross, NT
Our backyard campsite is only 9 km from the centre of Alice Springs. Its located in a rural/urban setting. Alice Springs is as famous for the personality of its locals and contemporary and traditional art as the natural wonders, including the stunning Larapinta Trail and the MacDonnell Ranges, which surround it. The Swag Inn camping spot has access to an outdoor shower and toilet and laundry sink. Enjoy the view of the ranges and the amazing stars in the desert night sky from your campsite. Listen to the bird calls and enjoy the peace. Campers are welcome to enjoy the BBQ Firepit and firewood, within local restrictions. Around town, there are numerous sites of historical significance to the region’s settler history, including the Old Telegraph Station Reserve, which marks the town’s important role as the mid-point of the 19th-century telegraph line running from Adelaide to Darwin. There are great places to eat and drink, with great views.
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AU$40
 / night
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The Urban Retreat

7 sites · Lodging, RVs, Tents5 acres · Darwin, NT
Darwin is the gateway to the amazing Kakadu National Park. There are many popular waterfront areas with several beaches and green areas like Bicentennial Park. While sightseeing, make sure you visit the Museum and Art Gallery of the Northern Territory, displaying Southeast Asian and Pacific art. For outdoor enthusiasts, there are some good fishing and mountain biking spots. We are located on a 5-acre block on the edge of town. The top 2 acres are laid out in a tropical garden setting, with the other 3 acres set out with native Darwin plants visited by lots of native animals and birds. You'll feel like you're a whole world away yet you will only be 2 minutes from the supermarket, 5 minutes from a large shopping centre, and 15 minutes from Darwin's CBD. We are a small boutique site and only have currently 3 sites on the 5 acres. Your site is private and you will be able to enjoy your stay without interference from others. IMPORTANT: Each site can accommodate 2 adults MAX. If you have 3 or 4 adults, you will need to book both sites. Please note Pool site is open all year round and has permanent cover. Other sites are dependant on weather and access.
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AU$50
 / night
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"The Escarpment" @ The Gorge

9 sites · RVs400 acres · Lansdowne, NT
Private, secluded, “Primitive Camp Sites” nestled around a 400 acre property in a unique Australian bush setting. Named aptly “The Escarpment” for the truly beautiful ridge that runs kilometers along the block boundary, providing a perfect back drop to individual camp sites. Purpose built van pads spaced far enough apart to offer privacy and peace have been positioned with the Caravan in mind. Whilst waiting for the wet & the long grass to let us onto the flats, we have set up an initial 10 sites that are all year round accessible. These are a bit closer together as will be described in the description. Also a bit cheaper so happy campers all round! It is mostly 4WD access and all vans must be self-contained as no amenities, water or power are available at these sites. Those looking for a bush experience with plenty of activities to do during the day will not be disappointed.
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AU$15
 / night
* Before taxes and fees
Booked 3 times

Herbert Hideaway

10 sites · RVs, Tents5 acres · Herbert, NT
We are a young family who welcome you to enjoy our 5 acre slice of paradise, surrounded by native bush and tropical gardens you will find Herbert hideaway, within is a 1 acre fenced property for your use, with power, water, communal kitchen, communal bathroom and a partially enclosed patio for your use with ample space for the biggest of vans. A short walk to the main house reveals the pool and kids tree house for those balmy lazy days or just a dip after a big day sight seeing. Situated within walking distance of faiths lagoon and blackjungle nature reserve, Herbert hideaway is a gateway for the avid bushwalker or bring the bikes/buggies and enjoy the endless trails in the adjacent wilderness. Located just 13min to Humpty Doo, 12min to Coolalinga shopping centre, 35min to Darwin CBD, 75min to kakadu entrance and 50min to corroboree billabong. Undercover parking for boats, buggies, bikes etc can be arranged with prior notice. A washing machine is available for a small donation. An air conditioned bedroom is available for campers use if your van is being serviced or repaired at no extra cost ( No linen included) We are a non commercial camp ground. Not all sites will be occupied at any one time regardless of booked status, this is to ensure guests enjoy the peace and quiet herbert hideaway offers, please reach out for further clarification. For exclusive use of herbert hideaway please contact me for pricing.
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AU$30
 / night
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Hokey's Camp Site Wagait Beach

1 site · RV, Tent1 acre · Wagait Beach, NT
Your own private, 1 acre of fully fenced vacant land to set up camp, the second street back from the beach. No one lives on this property, you'll have the site to yourself. We have a place you can park your tent(take some tarps in dry season), camper or caravan in the lovely town of Wagait Beach. Power and water is available onsite, and a bathroom with tiolet and cold shower is also available. 5 minute walk to the beach. Also close by is the Cox Country club where you can sit down and have a quiet alcohol beverage or meal(Open Thurs - Sun). Wagait Beach store is also nearby to buy groceries, takeaway food and alcohol. If you are inclined to cook your own food, three fire pits are available at property. You can fish at the jetty, off the beach, or in the two creeks close by..or go bush walking and explore. Please ask Host if you have pets before booking. 1 pet may be approved.
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AU$48
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Howard Springs Haven

2 sites · RVs, Tents2 acres · Howard Springs, NT
Enjoy our tropical, secluded oasis and wake up to the sounds of native bird life each morning. Conveniently located, we're a 30 minute drive from Darwin CBD , 15 minutes from two major shopping centres, 1 hour from Litchfield National Park , 1.5 hours from Kakadu National Park, 20 minutes from the public dump point, and only 5 minutes from the local IGA, doctor, chemist and post office, plus the family friendly Howard Springs recreation reserve and excellent pine forest mountain bike trails.We have a level, grassed site with dedicated water and power access, the option to share our refreshing plunge pool, large entertaining area and a fire pit with wood for fresh dry season evenings. Wander the yard to pick fresh herbs, tropical flowers or fruit straight from the trees. There are rubbish, recycling and compost facilities. You will need to be fully self-contained with your own camping toilet/shower.No pets please.
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AU$40
 / night
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Camp Wallaby

5 sites · RVs, Tents10 acres · Holtze, NT
Our 10 acres is part of a larger family property bought in the early 1960s. There were no neighbours, no roads, no development, no nothing! My parents developed the property, ran livestock and to this day the property remains the same with my 94 year old mother still living on the larger part of the property with us siblings living around.
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AU$35
 / night
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Green Acres

10 sites · RVs, Tents50 acres · Bynoe, NT
Green Acres is located in Bynoe, just over an hour and a half drive from Darwin in the Northern Territory. We have five spacious powered sites and plenty of non-powered sites available. We are close to boat ramps where you can access excellent fresh and salt-water fishing and crabbing. We are close to both Berry Springs and Litchfield National Park where you can find stunning waterfalls, swimming holes and wildlife to enjoy. The Sandpalms Roadhouse is a two minute drive away. They offer fuel, a cafe style menu, with special nights for a roast or a woodfired pizza, They are a licensed, family friendly establishment. There is often wildlife visiting our property so keep an eye out whilst enjoying your time at camp. Enjoy listening to the sounds of nature while sitting around your campfire. We also have a toilet and shower available for campers. Pets are welcome but must be kept on a leash upon arrival and under your control at all times. Due to not having an area waste removal program in Bynoe it is appreciated that you take all waste with you. Please check out our website: http://greenacres.godaddysites.com/ or Facebook page Green Acres NT for further information and a video.
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AU$25
 / night
* Before taxes and fees
Booked 2 times

Kakadu Billabong Safari Camp

8 sites · RVs, Tents50 acres · Jabiru, NT
Kakadu Billabong Safari Camp is a 100% owned and operated Aboriginal business. Visitors are welcome to book either the Safari style tents, or a campsite to pitch a tent or park an RV. We also host different festivals and cultural immersion programs throughout the year. Kakadu Billabong is a series of billabongs along the Jim Jim river system that become a series of permanent bodies of water on Murumburr Clan country. Murumburr Traditional Owners of the land provide a beautiful spot where visitors and their families can just get away and be off the grid so to speak and enjoy some healing time on country and catch up with Life. Billabongs is what we call a permanent body of water that transforms to a bare minimum at the end of the dry season still enough water to provide a yearly supply to animals far and wide or at least up to 50 kilometres away. We have many billabong locations to choose from including small wetlands where visitors can just soak up the beautiful peace and surrounds and the beautiful settings in and around the rivers and billabongs as they recede over the dry season to dry creek beds.
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AU$65
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Getaway at Galbraith

2 sites · RVs, Tents5 acres · Virginia, NT
Escape the crowded caravan parks. Our property offers family friendly campsites available on private, bush land, five acre property. We are very happy to share with you, the serenity that we call home. Conveniently only 5 minutes from Coolalinga, 10 minutes from Howard Springs / Palmerston. 25 minutes to Darwin city. 20 minutes to Berry Springs, 59 minutes to Litchfield National Park 1 hour 20mins to Kakadu National Park Spot the many species of wildlife surrounding the property. Meet our resident sheep and our canine family members. Let the kids explore the bush land, ride their bikes through the open spaces or splash in the pandanus lined swimming hole. We provide you with bathroom amenities and access to tap water for cleaning. We hope to see you soon.
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AU$37
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Samson Creek secluded bush camping

7 sites · RVs, Tents80 acres · Charlotte, NT
Private, secluded, off grid, bush camp on the Charlotte River, offering bird watching, bush walking, barramundi fishing, star gazing, viewing interesting geology and exploring nature. Located between Litchfield National Park, Wagait Beach and Dundee Beach, access via medium clearance vehicles, sites are limited. Open May to Sep. Guests must adhere to Total Fire Bans.
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AU$23
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Camp Bundaleer on Kakadu Doorstep

5 sites · RVs30 acres · Humpty Doo, NT
Welcome to the Top End! Just 10 minutes from the famous Adelaide river jumping crocodiles and 15 minutes from the enormous Mt Bundy wild rice granite rock carvings. This is a secluded bush camp set amongst the trees with a fire pit, for self-contained campers only (who bring their own camping toilet/shower amenities). We are located on the Arnhem Hwy half way between Darwin and Kakadu National Park. Enjoy designated walking tracks, animal feeding, see native wildlife and birds. Relax as you watch amazing sunsets. This campsite is dog friendly. You must be self-contained. We are conveniently located just a short 9km drive from fuel and basic supplies.
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AU$25
 / night
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Camping in Northern Territory with hiking guide

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Looking to go camping in the Northern Territory of Australia? If you're into hiking, we've got you covered. With over 160 options specifically tailored for hiking enthusiasts, you're sure to find the perfect campsite on The Urban Retreat (59 reviews), Howard Springs Haven (36 reviews), and Hokey's Camp Site Wagait Beach (33 reviews). And with prices starting as low as $14 per night and an average price of $35 per night, camping in the Northern Territory has never been more affordable. So pack your bags, lace up your boots, and get ready for an unforgettable hiking adventure in Australia's Northern Territory.

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