The best camping near Howard Springs Nature Park

Discover the most magical spots to pitch your tent or park your rig on your next Howard Springs Nature Park adventure.

Swap crocodile-watching for turtle sightings at this Darwin nature park.  

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  • Berry Springs Farmstay
  • Berry Springs Farmstay
  • Berry Springs Farmstay
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Berry Springs Farmstay

17 sites · RVs, Tents8 acres · Berry Springs, NT
Welcome to Berry Springs Farm Stay, where nature's beauty meets sustainable living! Nestled next to the renowned Berry Springs, our farm offers a tranquil retreat for those seeking a getaway immersed in the serenity of rural life. Whether you prefer a refreshing swim in the crystal-clear waters of Berry Springs or a leisurely dip in our 12-meter pool, you'll find relaxation at every turn. At Berry Springs Farm Stay, we're not just about providing a peaceful escape—we're also committed to making a positive impact on the environment and animal welfare. Your donations through Hipcamp directly support our re-vegetation projects and the care of our beloved rescue animals. Prepare to be charmed by our adorable farm residents, including miniature donkeys, goats, pigs, geese, ducks, chickens, guinea fowls, peacocks, and rabbits. Keep an eye out for our newest additions, whether it's baby chicks or goslings taking their first steps. Conveniently located within walking distance of essential amenities such as shops, medical services, and dining options, Berry Springs Farm Stay serves as the perfect base camp for your adventures. We welcome pets but kindly ask that they remain on a lead and respect the peace of our farm animals. Please remember, we're not a caravan park, so we kindly request that you obtain permission before driving onto our property. However, once you're here, you'll find plenty of space to pitch a tent, park your van or motorhome, and gather around a campfire under the starlit sky. Whether you're joining us as a supporter, volunteer, or simply looking for a unique getaway with friends, Berry Springs Farm Stay offers an unforgettable experience for all. Come and make memories with us, and don't forget to explore our special activities for that extra touch of magic.
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  • Paperbark Camp
  • Paperbark Camp
  • Paperbark Camp
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Paperbark Camp

3 sites · RVs, Tents25 acres · Virginia, NT
Escape to a secluded campsite located on 25 acres of pristine NT bushland, just a short 10-minute drive from Palmerston. Our sites are equipped with power and fresh water, and features a covered area for meals, games and relaxation. As you sleep, listen to the tranquil sounds of the creek, just 30m from the camping area, and wake up ready to embark on your Litchfield National Park adventure, located conveniently nearby. This unique camping experience offers the privacy you desire, with only three campsites available. The creek, which flows from December to May, provides the perfect backdrop for your stay. Spot native wildlife such as wallabies, magpie, geese, and maybe even a crocodile during the wet season. Our property also features tropical gardens for you to explore and enjoy. Located in Virginia, just a 30-minute drive from Darwin CBD, our camp is the ideal base for exploring nearby attractions such as Litchfield National Park (40 minutes) and Berry Springs (20 minutes). You can even venture further afield to Kakadu and Arnhem Land. And with the Virginia Tavern just 500m away and Coolalinga Shops only a 2-minute drive, you can still enjoy the beauty of the bush while having access to modern conveniences. Please note, the sites do not have a toilet so you MUST have your own camp toilet and take all waste with you when you leave. Campfires are permitted when local fire restrictions are not in place.
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  • Strangy's Place
  • Strangy's Place
  • Strangy's Place
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Strangy's Place

4 sites · RVs, Tents5 acres · Virginia, NT
The weather has warmed up and the site behind our pool is a nice space to be in! You will need you airconditioner at this time of the year. It is lovely to be in a space where you are the only camper! We are situated in the Darwin Rural area on 5 acres of bush land with tropical gardens and a saltwater swimming pool. There is a variety of bird life, lizards, frogs, and possums. You can feed our friendly butcher birds and King Fishers on the fly from our verandah. Sit with the fish pond and chat with the turtle who is very shy! We have dogs that live at the property so pets on application only. (we do have a dog cage available if required ) If you are travelling with a horse, we have a stable, water trough and can activate an electric fence for a horse yard. (price on application) We have caravan sites for fully self-contained caravans and we now have a shower and toilet available. If you are travelling in a group, we can accommodate you in a large open area if your group would like to stay together. Each caravan site has its own fireplace for your use. Only 5 minutes from Palmerston, 25minutes from Darwin CBD. If you are looking for a local fishing tour we can hook you up with the locals. We have many fishing and crabbing locations close by on the Elizabeth River, Middle Arm or around Darwin Harbour. Need a driver for a night out in town, we can arrange that too! Local Fred's Pass Food and Carft Markets are open Saturday and Wednesday night.
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  • Bathroom and sitting area
  • Hokey's Camp Site Wagait Beach
  • Bathroom and sitting area
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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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  • Lemrac's Lodge
  • Lemrac's Lodge
  • Lemrac's Lodge

Lemrac's Lodge

1 site · RV5 acres · Girraween, NT
Two powered sites, accessible through your own private access gate to the property. With full power (15amp caravan outlets) and water facilities available, this is the perfect base to unwind after your top-end travel adventures. Sit back and enjoy the abundant birdlife around your fire pit each evening. 5 minutes to Coolalinga Shopping Centre with easy access to Kakadu, Litchfield National Park, and Darwin City. Pets can be discussed, as there are horses on Partly clear horse paddocks and partly natural bush. Campsites are shady the majority of the day. Off-street access and Secure. 7 minutes from the shopping centre and local pubs. Howard's Springs Nature Park is 10 minutes away. Swimming at Berry Springs Nature Park 20 minutes away.
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  • Berry Springs Labush Estate
  • Berry Springs Labush Estate
  • Berry Springs Labush Estate
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Berry Springs Labush Estate

9 sites · RVs, Tents26 acres · Berry Springs, NT
Stay at our 26 acres in beautiful Berry Springs.​ The property offers plenty of tall trees for shade and space to pitch a tent or park a caravan, motor home or camper, and enjoy a campfire in a pit. We also have two cabins on the property for rent. Campers MUST be self-contained, with their own camp toilet. No waste disposal on site. No shower facilities The block is within a short distance to Berry Springs Nature Park, a popular swimming hole also shops, a pharmacy, doctors, hardware store, petrol station and tavern. We have friendly cows and donkeys to pat and lots of bird life to see or photograph. Power and water can be made available. You are welcome to collect fallen timber for firewood from the property.
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  • Buffs Shady Mango Camp
  • Buffs Shady Mango Camp
  • Buffs Shady Mango Camp
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Buffs Shady Mango Camp

1 site · RV, Tent25 acres · Humpty Doo, NT
This property is 25 acres, with a peaceful area amongst the mango trees for campers. Dry season sunsets are just so beautiful. The property is located not far off the Arnhem Highway and the Humpty Doo shops. 20mins drive to the jumping crocs Adelaide River 1 hr drive to Litchfield 30mins drive to Darwin city We are Dog friendly and ask campers to have dogs under control at all times due to live stock and native wild life. Resident Dog groomer on site, who may have appointments available for grooming or pet sitting.
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  • Resident welcome party
  • Swimming hole fun!
  • Resident welcome party
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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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  • Plenty of space
  • Campsite under the shaded gum trees
  • Plenty of space
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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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  • Howard Springs Haven
  • Site 1
  • Howard Springs Haven
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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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  • Millbrook Camping
  • Millbrook Camping
  • Millbrook Camping
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Millbrook Camping

3 sites · RVs, Tents20 acres · Howard Springs, NT
20 acres with a billabong with waterlilies. Swimming and fishing available. There are barramundi in the dam which you can catch. There is a fire area and free firewood. Close to the bike track and shopping centres, 2 taverns (Howard Springs and Virginia).20 minutes to the centre of Darwin.Campers will have access to a toilet block with a flushing toilet and cold shower, hammock and sun lounge.Just off the old Stuart Highway.
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AU$30
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  • Under the Mangos
  • Under the Mangos
  • Under the Mangos
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Under the Mangos

2 sites · RVs5 acres · Howard Springs, NT
Beautiful peaceful 5 acres of bliss among mango trees. Campers have access to a large under-cover communal area with BBQ, seating area , fridge, bathroom, toilet and washing machine. Wake up to the sound of singing birds Among mango trees. Th property is located 5 mins from Howard Springs nature park, 25 mins to Darwin city, 30 mins to the lovely Gunpoint Beach. Dogs welcome. Escape the busy caravan parks. with only 2 sites it's very peaceful and quiet.
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  • Barra on Bastin
  • Home grown organic bananas
  • Barra on Bastin
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Barra on Bastin

4 sites · RVs, Tents5 acres · Howard Springs, NT
Barra on Bastin is situated on a quiet no-through road with Howard Springs and Coolalinga shopping centres only 5 minutes drive away and Darwin city only 30 minutes​. The property has ample level space and shaded sites for a tent or caravan parking. There are plenty of fruit trees and seasonal tropical plants including pawpaw, pineapple, passionfruit and various citrus, plus you can enjoy free-range eggs from our four lovely hens! Power and water are available from the new ablution block with toilet, shower and a washing machine along with a basic camp kitchen, gas BBQ, fire pits and BBQ plate for campfire cooking. We also have a large Barramundi pond and we feed our three Barra most days, which is fun for the whole family. There is a beautiful swimming pool by the main residence which can be used during daylight hours. Please note, the camping areas are just one minute from our house, but still quite private. A short 5-minute drive from shopping centres in Coolalinga and 10 minutes from the Gateway shopping centre in Palmerston. Centrally located it serves as a great base to explore nearby Kakadu and Litchfield National Parks.
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  • The Pool area
  • Our camp
  • The Pool area
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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
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  • Holtze Corner Camp
  • Holtze Corner Camp
  • Holtze Corner Camp
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Holtze Corner Camp

5 sites · RVs, Tents5 acres · Darwin, NT
Welcome to "Wallaby Corner Camp" – a serene campsite nestled at the corner of Wallaby Road, where tranquility meets nature. Our haven is distinguished by its quiet ambiance, surrounded by the beauty of lush greenery. As you enter, you'll be greeted by the gentle presence of our two friendly dogs, adding warmth to your stay. Immerse yourself in the sounds of nature, as "Wallaby Corner Camp” sits at the end of the road, ensuring a peaceful escape. The charm of the location is complemented by the convenience of being near a shopping center and the city, offering the perfect balance between seclusion and accessibility. Whether you're seeking a quiet getaway or an adventure in nature, our campsite is your haven. Experience the essence of Wallaby Corners Campsite – where nature whispers and tranquility beckons.
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  • Oakley ranch
  • Oakley ranch
  • Oakley ranch
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Oakley ranch

28 sites · RVs, Tents6 acres · Bees Creek, NT
Situated 10 mins from Palmerston and minutes to coolalinga central shopping precinct This 6 acre properties has a large cleared paddock area that we are offering currently unpowered sites for self contained vehicles. The property is easy access to Litchfield and berry springs and would suit a base from day trips from.
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  • Howard River Park
  • Howard River Park
  • Howard River Park
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Howard River Park

2 sites · RVs, Tents6 acres · Howard Springs, NT
This location is close to both Palmerston City and Gunn Point Beach. Howard Springs reserve is only a couple minutes away, where you can take the kids to cool off in the water playground or feed the turtles and Barramundi. We have two sites, a shaded camp by large Banyan tree by the front of the property or a private area down the back of the property in between two Paperbark stands. Pets and camp fires are welcome, all firewood is provided.
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  • Campsite down back 5 acres
  • Entrance to back 5 acres
  • Campsite down back 5 acres
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Lagoon Homestead

4 sites · RVs, Tents10 acres · Darwin, NT
Camping oasis close to Darwin. Short and long stay options. Stunning 10 acre block with cleared land and owners house, surrounded by native bush land suited for self sufficient caravaners or campers (couples only). Perfect location centrally situated to all the wonderful things Darwin has to offer - approximately 12km from Darwin city, 6km from airport, 12kms from numerous beaches. Thrive Cafe close by for your morning coffee (approximating 1km). Hidden Valley race track very close (approx 3kms). Bus stop 800m walk. Shops and pubs nearby. Fuel station nearby with free access to water. Very short walk to Knuckey Lagoon to explore the incredible native bird life. Stroll to the back of the property to watch the sunrise over the lagoon with your morning cuppa. Welcome to make your own campfire for the chilly dry season nights. Maximum of 4vans/ campers at one time so ensured quiet tranquillity and privacy. No excessive noise. Price does not include amenities - extra cost $5 per couple per night payable by cash. Can also provide at extra cost - water (not excessive) - Use of washing machine One powered site available upon request and at additional cost. Plane noise at times especially when there are military exercises. Closest dump point nearby at Greyhound racing on hook road. We have friendly dogs who occasionally explore the property so animal lovers welcomed. Weekly discounted rate available - send us a message. Open to storing vehicles and / or caravans for a rate whilst you may continue your travels. We look forward to hosting your stay and sharing all our tips about Darwin and surroundings.
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  • Morgan Springs
  • Morgan Springs
  • Morgan Springs

Morgan Springs

1 site · RV, Tent5 acres · Virginia, NT
Morgan Springs is a 5 acre property a few doors down from the Oasis Caravan Park and just 20 minutes out of Darwin. The property is ideal for those who need a stepping stone between the outback and the big smoke. There is plenty of room for camping, caravans, boats and pets are always welcome! There is an orchard, lots of shady trees and extensive gardens. We have two friendly dogs, a cat, four chickens and two peacocks and guests are welcome to pet our pets and enjoy the grounds. There is one covered, powered site for a caravan/ camper trailer and lots of space for camping in our fully fenced, shady front paddock.
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  • Darwin River Fern Farm
  • Darwin River Fern Farm
  • Darwin River Fern Farm
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Darwin River Fern Farm

8 sites · RVs25 acres · Darwin River, NT
Relaxing, spacious campgrounds in our tropical gardens with powered campsites and clean potable water hookups for caravans, camper vans, and motorhomes. Dump point on site. Off-grid campsites also available for self-contained campers and have Plenty of room for ‘Big Rigs.’ Lots of shade and amazing sunsets from our hillside sunset viewing area. Great place for wildlife enthusiasts. Easy access from the road. We are open year-round. Booking is essential. Kids stay for free Nearby attractions: Berry springs nature reserve, Wildlife park, Barramundi adventures, Litchfield National park, Kakadu National Park Dundee beach, Crab claw island, lots of local fishing spots, Darwin river Tavern, Berry spring Tavern, IGA
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The best camping near Howard Springs Nature Park guide

Overview

About

Crocodiles might hog the limelight in the Northern Territory capital, but it’s a different reptile getting all the attention at Howard Springs Nature Park. Just a half-hour drive from  Darwin, this family-friendly park is known for its large population of long- and short-neck turtles. Wildlife-watching tops the list of things to do, and you might also spot file snakes, barramundi, Mertens’ Water Monitors, and various bird species as you explore the monsoon forest trails, paddle in the rockpools, or take a swim beneath the waterfall. There’s no camping in the park, but you’ll find plenty of Hipcamps, holiday parks, and caravan parks nearby.

When to go

Howard Springs welcomes bushwalkers and wildlife watchers all year-round, but it’s most popular in the dry season (May through September) when the pool is open and ranger-led events take place. If you do visit in the wet season (November through April), keep an eye on the weather conditions and be aware that the trails and pool may be closed for safety reasons.

Know before you go

  • Howard Springs Nature Park is located 30 kilometres east of Darwin or about a 25-minute drive along the Stuart Highway. 
  • There’s no admission fee to visit the park.
  • Facilities at Howard Springs include restrooms, picnic and barbecue areas, a playground, free parking, and a ranger station. 
  • There are accessible restrooms and picnic areas at Howard Springs Nature Park.

Top parks near Howard Springs Nature Park

Litchfield National Park
Berry Springs Nature Park
Nitmiluk National Park
Mary River National Park
Kakadu National Park
Mirima National Park
Keep River National Park
Holmes Jungle Nature Park

Top cities near Howard Springs Nature Park

Darwin
Humpty Doo
Palmerston
Rum Jungle
Katherine
Batchelor
Adelaide River
Docker River

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