The best camping near Goulburn River National Park
Discover the most magical spots to pitch your tent or park your rig on your next Goulburn River National Park adventure.
Sacred sandstone caves and eucalyptus groves make this riverside park worth the drive.
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Liberty Plains
12 sites · RVs, Tents300 acres · Yarrawonga, NSW
Liberty Plains offers bush camping for self contained campers.
There is one toilet available, a portable toilet (if the toilet runs out of soap/paper etc you will need to supply your own. The property offers a large dam ( which unfortunately is quite low at the moment) for kayaking, fishing, yabbying. There is also bush walking. There is a small common area/ shed available with a bbq for guests to use and a table. There is also a shower and toilet available near the main house shed for a donation in the donation box to cover water and gas.
If exploring please do not go through any fences as you may end up on a neighbors property.
Guests may camp as close or far away from the main dam as they like, camp sites are first in first served.
Pets allowed if kept under control, firewood is permitted to be used from the ground only no felling of standing trees, you may have a fire on the ground.
Please find your own way to camp by following your map that will be sent to you on booking and the signs that are posted from the driveway on after you turn in the main entrance, no need to meet and greet with host although I may come around occasionally to see if everything is going alright.
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Old Bara aka "Baradise"
51 sites · Lodging, RVs, Tents1100 acres · Mudgee, NSW
Old Bara is a stunning cattle property, often described as truly magical. Camp next to the creek and dogs are welcome! Old Bara offers so much more than just a place to park. Suitable for all size vehicles/vans/tents.
Many sites available, avoid the crowds, we do not over crowd our campers. Only 25 mins easy drive to all the wonderful Mudgee wineries, cafes and restaurants. It's the perfect place to unwind and recharge the batteries. Give the kids a screen free holiday!
Dogs are welcome as long as they on leads at all times except in the off leash paddock.
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The Nile Off Grid family farm
25 sites · Lodging, RVs, Tents420 acres · Upper Nile, 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, 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.
Campers can have private sites away from others or with multiple friends and their set ups!
Local coffee shop based in Glen Alice is open Thursday to Sunday and offer great coffee, and food.
Local sites also include Glen Davis, Dunns Swamp and the Glen Alice Trail.
Get amongst nature, explore, rest and unwind.
Fire pits available (some with bbq plate). Amazing views, gas bbq and picnic table on the hill.
We also have a brand new tiny house available for accomodation. Self contained with kitchenette and bathroom.
Offering spectacular views, fire pit, deck & outdoor shower.
Note: we are a quiet camp, family, pet friendly, meaning a place of rest and adventure, not a place to blast music and annoy others. Please take parties & loud music elsewhere!!
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Sandy Bottom Farm
1 site · RV, Tent900 acres · Baerami, NSW
Sandy Bottom Farm backs onto the Goulburn River National Park and offers direct river access. The river is mainly shallow with some swimming holes and just lovely to float down.
The property offers 900 acres combining open valleys and sand stone cliffs, bush land and the river winding through.
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Hillside Camp on Bow River
9 sites · RVs, Tents2000 acres · Merriwa, NSW
Hillside is a remote 2000 acre working cattle property situated 23km west of MERRIWA, 14 km off the Golden Highway, adjoining the Goulburn River National Park.
Explore the Native Bushland, Flight Springs Creek, Gullies, Caves and Bow River. All sites are in secluded area's far away from each other but at busy times people may pass by some sites too access River. There are plenty of walking trails. All sites are pet friendly, but pets must be kept on leash and cleaned up after.
Campfires are allowed when there are no restrictions and campers can collect their own small firewood for campfires. There is an abundance of wildlife; Kangaroos, Wallabies, Wombats, Emu's, water Dragons, Goanna's, Lizards, Foxes, Eagles and plenty of Birds to see.
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 with caves and open areas.
4WD and High vehicles are recommended as tracks have rocky outcrops and some areas of loose sand. The Bow River area is strictly 4WD access as it is steep with loose gravel.
There are plenty of trails for Horse Riding (you will need to provide your own temporary fencing).
Guests are required to be fully self-contained with their own toilet/shower facilities and must take all waste and rubbish with them on departure.
At certain times some sites may be unavailable due to Cattle grazing in the same paddock. Cows are very curious and can be destructive to your vehicle and belongings.
Note: In wet weather some sites will be unavailable and in extremely wet weather the property is inaccessible. Please check before booking.
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Beelisco Honey Hipcamp
3 sites · RVs, Tents300 acres · Baerami Creek, NSW
Update: 11th Jan 2024.. Creek is seasonal and is currently dry due to drought conditions. Sorry for this, but not much we can do I'm afraid except pray for more rain soon.
We do still have water for you to connect to at the campsite and it is still a beautiful spot to camp.
Great for group bookings
Large roomy grassy campsite, so great to get away camping with friends or family, you choose your campsite. Camp by the creek or in the front camping paddock.
Beelisco Honey Hipcamp camping spot is set on 300acres located in the beautiful valley of Baerami Creek and surrounded by the amazing mountain views of Wollemi National Park. We are located just off the Bylong Valley Way, so a great spot to spend a night or two if travelling through. There are some amazing mountain views and a very tranquil peaceful camping spot.
Tar sealed road all the way to the front gate and then only 150metres in on farm to your campsite on a very well-maintained road suitable for ALL vehicles. We have wide gate access to suit all vehicles/trailers of any size to go in and out.
Great spot to relax, chill and take in the amazing country air and surroundings, relax by a fire, cook marshmallows or a camp oven feast. Walk down to the edge of this campsite and listen to the creek trickle past, go bushwalking, listen to the birds and watch the Kangaroos. Of a night you will be amazed at how many stars you can see, it is just beautiful, so don't forget to look up.
There is an undercover area with picnic table, chairs and a sink for your use and if you have a smaller size tent or swags, please feel free to set it up under the undercover area as well.
We also now have solar lights set up under the roof of the undercover area for you to use of a night. You just have to turn them on and they light up some of the undercover area.
We have a seasonal shallow creek that runs through the farm, which is so beautiful to just sit and relax on a summers day, it has a sandy bottom. This is located on the edge of the Beelisco Honey Hipcamp camping paddock, you can camp right beside the creek if you wish.
The creek is just a shallow creek flowing past, great for kids and Adults to just sit in and relax. Sometimes it will have more water in it than other times, it will depend on the rainfall in the mountains. But it is always shallow, so great for all kids and it has a sandy bottom.
There is no wi-fi or phone service at this campsite, makes for a refreshing change get the kids and adults off their phones and back to just camping and talking to each other. So bring the board games, Cricket Bat, kids push bikes!!
We have a Pit style toilet set up for those without on-board loo's. (please bring your own toilet paper)
Pets are very welcome but must remain ON A LEAD at all times, for the respect for other campers and as we have Kangaroos Wombats Cattle and Horses on Farm.
We are just under 3 hours from Sydney, 1.5 hours from Newcastle and 20min from the small country town of Denman or 15min to Sandy Hollow.
Please put in ‘Beelisco Honey’ into google maps to see how far we are from you.
Sandy Hollow has a pub with very yummy meals. Only 15minsin to Sandy Hollow from camp. Find their menu on their FB page. Sandy Hollow Tourist Hotel.
Denman (approx 20 min drive from camp)
Denman still has that ol country charm feel about it and is well worth the visit.
Denman has fine wine and liqueurs, (make sure you check out.. Hunter Valley Liqueurs and Baerami Olives)
Denman has plenty of places to eat with amazing food. A lovely country feel main street with lots of little shops to browse through.
Also a local butcher shop to get all of your meat for your stay (The Chop Shop Butchery Denman)
If you go into Denman don't forget to check out the Denman Craft Shop located on the corner in with the information centre, across from both pubs. They have all of the local arts, crafts and our Delicious Beelisco Honey. Well worth the visit.
Our farm is a family run business with Husband, wife and 2 young boys, we run horses and cattle all year round and grow Lucerne hay on a few large flats around the farm. We also produce farm fresh pure raw bush Honey (Beelisco Honey)
We hope you enjoy your tranquil camping experience and feel relaxed and refreshed.
Directions:
For directions enter "Beelisco Honey" into google maps.
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We are located on Baerami Creek Road at Baerami Creek NSW 2333.
Once you turn onto Baerami Creek Road (tar sealed road) off Bylong Valley Way we are the 2nd gate on the right (2nd Property In) just around the first bend in the road.
We have a white horse float letter box (only Letter box size) with a small hipcamp sign underneath and a Beelisco Honey sign on the fence. (Font gate entry picture in pictures)
Any question's please feel free to send me a message or give me a call.
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TJ’s 4B Park & Camping + Hiking
15 sites · Lodging, RVs, Tents1000 acres · NSW
We are Based in a Quiet Area in Howes Valley NSW
TJ's has over 1000 acres of mixed beautifully grassed areas, surrounding Aussie bush, and a sand based seasonal river (the river is not always flowing fully). Where you can relax and enjoy the peace and tranquility of the Australia Bush, taking in the stunning views, listening to the wildlife, star gazing, go bush walking, splash in our crystal clear seasonal river or bring out your adventure side and go 4wding.
Pets are definitely welcome, but please be sensible and do not bring them if they are aggressive. Please pick up after him/her (there is nothing worse than stepping in a dog dropping).
Horses also welcome - we have a fenced cattle yard.
Hot Showers are available, but if you would like to use them please bring a container of water (not essential) to keep the water tank topped up. Toilets are placed around the property.
We have communal sites plus separated private sites for those that would like some privacy. (If you would like a private site, please message us once you have booked).
Buggy Tours and kids quad rides are available (extra costs).
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YellowScone Camping Adventures
139 sites · Lodging, RVs, Tents720 acres · Wingen, NSW
YellowScone Camping Adventures at "Maiden Jewel", a sprawling 720-acre Horse Stud, rests beneath the majestic Wingen Maiden, enveloped by ironbark bushland and extensive trails perfect for BYOH horse riding, bushwalking, and mountain biking. Be sure to explore our array of offerings:
Maiden Jewel Camping beckons with diverse camping areas:
The Waterhole 1: A communal haven boasting 20 campsites, nestled by serene dams teeming with Silver Perch and Murray Cod. While facilities include portaloos without showers, the allure of kayaking or cooling off in the dam awaits. Accessible via 4WD, guests can traverse the trails on foot or by bike. Pet-friendly, but leashes are recommended due to abundant wildlife.
Picturesque Maiden Jewel: Spanning the rest of the property, it hosts over 50 campsites, both Private and Communal.
The Long Flat Waterhole 2: Positioned at the property's front, offering easy access to a delightful swimming dam. Ideal for families, it features vast open spaces for recreational activities. Camping here grants access to all waterholes on the property.
For seekers of solitude, inquire about our private sites, like The View Campsite, Hillside Camp, and The Bluff, each boasting spectacular vistas and proximity to fishing and swimming spots.
YellowScone Adventures cater for Glamping escapes to equine enthusiasts, offering various packages allowing guests to bring their horses along. Camp and ride at your leisure, or opt for a unique experience by camping in our Bell tents, with catering services available.
Explore our property further with the Buggy Property Tour: Embark on a guided excursion aboard our 6-seater Can-Am Buggy, spotting wildlife, meeting our horses, and discovering our array of campsites. Tours must be pre-booked and offer a captivating hour-long journey covering approximately 13 kilometers.
Nestled beneath Towarri National Park, Maiden Jewel promises a plethora of activities—from fishing to hiking and mountain biking. Don't miss out on our additional offerings; there's something for everyone to enjoy amidst our breathtaking scenery.
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The Old Widden Schoolhouse
1 site · RV, Tent4 acres · Widden, NSW
Beautiful 4 acre property nestled in the stunning Widden Valley.
Situated between premier horse studs with bush walks on the doorstep.
Campsites can accomodate caravans, camper trailers or tent campers and offer facilities including two toilets, a hot water shower, fridges and seating area around a fire pit.
Please note tank water not drinkable - bring own drinking water.
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Riverview near Denman
4 sites · RVs, Tents200 acres · Martindale, NSW
This property offers self-sufficient camping spots on a 245-acre picturesque cattle and sheep farm, with rolling green hills, mountain views and access to the beautiful Goulburn River.
Most of the property is 4WD accessible only, so we do recommend 4WD to get the best choice of camping spots. A lot of the land is undulating, and while there are a few flat spots for caravans, some camping areas will require chocks - but it is up to you where you wish to camp within the designated area.
This property has its own access to the Goulburn River for swimming or throwing in a line.
Just 8kms to the charming township of Denman where you can access pubs, RSL, IGA and gift shops. Also just 27km from Muswellbrook.
Dogs are welcome but be kept under control at all times to ensure our cattle's safety.
You are welcome to have a campfire but only if you bring your own portable fire pit that is elevated off the ground. Firewood can be purchased as an Extra at time of booking.
Strictly no hunting.
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Valley View Farm, Hunter Valley
9 sites · RVs, Tents40 acres · Gungal, NSW
Valley View Farm is located in the beautiful upper Hunter Valley - home of racehorses and wineries.
We are spread out over 40 acres, set in a picturesque 600-acre valley, with Mount Dangar dominating the skyline. Our property
is set on top of a huge inland sandbank/cliff, with deep gorges on two sides, which gives amazing valley views. Due to these cliffs, our property is not suitable for groups with small children, and older children must be supervised at all times.
The valley is service by a dirt Crown road, snaking through private land, this acts as an excellent walking track with minimal traffic, there is also exploring through the native bush up in the mountains.
Plenty of wildlife abounds, including
kangaroos, wombats, lizards, birdlife, and not too many snakes!
The property is accessed via a 6km
dirt road, off the Golden Highway, with some corrugations.
We do recommend SUV or 4WD however
others have accessed it via 2WD successfully.
I drive my horse float up there all the time, and provided your caravan or car isn't too low clearance, it should be fine. Any concerns, please discuss with us prior to booking. When we've had heavy rain, this will hinder access for 2WD vehicles until the water drains, which it does quickly. For this reason, please keep an eye on the weather on your arrival day.
We currently offer 4 camping sites - 2 in our back paddock which are 4WD accessible only, and 2 in our front paddocks, both with easy access to the flushing toilet and one with exclusive use
of a large 9x9m
shelter. Please see each listing for further details.
We look forward to sharing Valley View Farm with you.
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Phoenix Flats
10 sites · RVs, Tents110 acres · Merriwa, NSW
Phoenix Flats offers a beautiful camping area with lots of wildlife that love to visit, including Emus, Kangaroos and Wombats. We also have friendly Horses on the property who might wander by for a visit.
The property has a number of picturesque dams and walking tracks available to our guests. There are plenty of flat areas for caravan and motorhomes to set up comfortably.
Enjoy a campfire in the evenings and gaze up at the star filled sky!
Guests are required to be fully self sufficient with their own toilet/shower facilities and must take all waste and rubbish with them on departure.
We are also super close to Goulburn River National Park, a beautiful place to explore.
Pets are welcome but must be kept on a leash at all times whilst on the property- without exception.
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The best camping near Goulburn River National Park guide
Overview
About
Intrepid campers can connect with the Aboriginal heritage of the New South Wales hinterland at this remote park known for its gum forests and ancient sandstone rock formations. The winding Goulburn River cuts across the landscape and right through the Big River and Spring Gully campgrounds, where shaded sites are perched on hillsides above the water. Check out sandstone caves nearby, or drive about an hour to reach the Hands on the Rock Aboriginal rock art site and The Drip Walking Track, named for the cooling effect of rainwater seeping through massive sandstone caves. Delve even deeper into the area’s history on a tour led by a Wiradjuri guide, one of the traditional owners of the land.
Tips for snagging a campsite
- Like all campgrounds in NSW, bookings are required, but the park’s remote location means sites are often available at the last minute.
When to go
Summer’s high temperatures are ideal for swimming in the water holes of the Goulburn River, and wildflowers brighten up the bush during springtime. Although rain can dampen a camping trip, visit right after a heavy rainfall to best experience the weeping wall at The Drip sandstone formation.
Know before you go
- Pack in all the water and food you need, as none is available anywhere near the park.
- Be prepared to drive for about 30 minutes on an unpaved road to reach either of the campgrounds.
- Facilities include non-flush toilets, picnic tables, and barbecue pits.
Nearby attractions
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.
Top cities near Goulburn River National Park
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Safety at Hipcamp
Hipcamp acknowledges the Traditional Custodians of country throughout Australia and their connections to land, sea and community. We pay our respect to Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Elders past, present and future and extend that respect to all Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples today.