The best camping near Hartz Mountains National Park
Discover the most magical spots to pitch your tent or park your rig on your next Hartz Mountains National Park adventure.
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Cygnet Cloudbreak Farm camp
5 sites · RVs, Tents100 acres · Cygnet, TAS
A private spot just for you, perfect retreat just 50 minutes south of Hobart. Pop up your tent or caravan by the rustic pickers hut shelter, on a private paddock within our farm, located right near the Huon River and just a stone's throw from Cygnet.
We offer a private space for just one group at a time. Happy to accommodate larger groups if required. Please contact me if you are needing a larger family/friends group.
You'll discover 100 acres to walk, close encounters with sheep and cattle, and no doubt our Tilly dog will visit for a hello and a pat. Hence, we have additional electric fences if animals are close to the camping area. Take in a great therapeutic cool morning swim in the river, and beach combing along the driftwood shore is fun to do.
Our dusk and night skies in the valley are truly magic. Watch the colours on the hills, mountains, and water change in front of your eyes, so pour a local wine, plate up a Grazing platter or Farmers Breakie basket and seat yourself on a good stump or camp chair and enjoy. (or platters and baskets are subject to availability and ordered in advance)
Choices for day trips and activities are boundless as in all directions you can visit many National Parks, waterfalls, beach coasts, and rivers.
We offer a pickers hut rustic shelter, camp toilet, picnic table, and bench along with a fire pit. (to be used in respect to fire bans). Firewood is available to purchase in advance. Please remember to bring your own fresh water to drink.
We're animal-friendly, so bring along your four-legged friend so long as they're controlled, and on a lead at night.
We have a Leave No Trace policy, so please ensure you leave the camp as clean and tidy as you found it, taking all rubbish with you.
Relax in the beautiful peaceful setting of Meluklerdee country. Enjoy the ambiance amongst the Cygnet hills and beside the Huon river. A perfect destination in the Huon Valley to stay, wander and discover the many fabulous hidden local gems.
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Valleydew Paddock Camp
6 sites · Lodging, RVs, Tents1 acre · Ranelagh, TAS
The location is central and close to a number of activities and events. The area is known for amazing bushwalking, kayaking and all types of nature based activities. We are also close to annual shows and events such as Taste of Huon and the Cygnet Folk Festival. Lots of local markets, music venues and Farmgate sales, each weekend.
Try the delicious local fruit, vegetables and seafood/ meat....add some fresh herbs and seasonal produce from the abundant organic garden. Onsite we have kayaks and bikes for campers to use(deposit required).
Located in Ranelagh, 2 mins from Huonville, 45 mins from Hobart, 20 mins from Cygnet, 10 mins from Franklin.
Your hosts offer a beautiful paddock and yard in the amazing Huon Valley. We are a small farm with animals and gardens on the edge of residential convenience.
Pets are welcome as are campfires in the designated fire pit.
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Base Camp Tasmania
21 sites · Lodging, RVs, Tents100 acres · Glenfern, TAS
Base Camp Tasmania (BCT) is a 41-hectare bush property in south-eastern Tasmania, situated in Glenfern in the Derwent Valley. We are approximately 13 km south-west of New Norfolk, and 50 km from Hobart.
We have a range of accommodation options, including camping, a ten bed dormitory and a self-contained family cabin.
All guests have access to the communal facilities comprising:
* kitchen and common room
* toilets and hot showers
* free laundry facilities
* free barbeque facilities
* free Wi-Fi
Discover the variety of unique Tasmanian animals and birdlife on the property, or take an easy drive to some of Tasmania’s most renowned World Heritage wilderness areas and National Parks a short distance away.
Due to our driveway access, we do not recommend booking our site if you are towing a caravan.
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Southport Bay Views
5 sites · RVs, Tents1 acre · Southport, TAS
Located in Southport, 15 minutes south of Dover, this is a great place to base yourself and explore the local region and all it has to offer. We are located within walking distance to the beach (250m), and the wharf (500m, and a great spot for fishing), and a short drive to Southport Tavern with take away shop 1.3kms (great meals).
There are also plenty of good bush walks in the area - Adamsons Falls, South Cape Track, Duckhole Lake and Hastings Caves. The thermal pools are also close by!
Camping here is for self-contained campers only, for those that have their own toilet. All waste is to be taken when you leave. We offer five-level grass sites with easy access.
Four have power and water hook-ups and one site with it close by. There is an enclosed campers kitchen, with hot water, gas BBQ, and a wood heater.
Contact the Host should you require further details.
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Old Maydena Oval
20 sites · RVs, Tents5 acres · New Norfolk, TAS
*With respect, please read and understand booking details. Please reach out to me with any questions!*
Situated in the quiet town of Maydena, the old oval property runs along the Tyenna River, home to platypus and freshwater fish.
The town itself is home to the famous Maydena Bike Park and within 10 minutes drive to Mt Field National Park on the east side and a beautiful 1 hour drive to Strathgordon on the west side.
Walking up Junee Road you will find walks to the local caves and other stunning hikes.
The oval is right next to the Railtrack Riders who provide visitors with access to pedal-powered railway carts.
The camping here is for self-contained campers only, those that have their own toilet and take all waste when they go.
Please no ground fires as they leave burn patches in the grass. Weather permitting (no fire bans), happy for you to have a firepit as long as it is elevated off of the ground (brazier) and leaves no trace.
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Sheepwash Rd Camp, South Bruny
12 sites · RVs, Tents20 acres · Alonnah, TAS
Camp in a beautiful paddock, 1.6km from Alonnah, on South Bruny Island. We offer several camping sites, on grassy, level land, ideal for self-sufficient campers looking for a convenient base to explore Bruny Island.
The camping area is bordered by a striking eucalyptus forest, with plenty of space and an abundance of natural wildlife. You will be visited by wallabys, water hens and a myriad of other birds during your stay.
Local attractions:
There are many beautiful walks nearby, and plenty of local attractions. Take a tour to Cape Bruny Lighthouse; Try a Pennicott boat discovery tour; Sample the chocolates from the Bruny Island Chocolate Co, or enjoy a meal at the Bruny Island Cheesery or Bruny Island Hotel. Book in ahead of time so not to be disappointed.
What to bring:
Many travellers bring their own supplies with them. Top up groceries can be purchased at the Adventure Bay General Store (20 minutes - 15km) or the Alonnah General Store (5 minutes - 1.6km).
Fresh sourdough bread is available for purchase, at the roadside fridge on the corner of Sheepwash Road.
Amenities:
You do need to be self-sufficient here, with your own toilet, and we ask you take all waste with you when you leave. Public Toilets can also be found close by at 8 Pontoon Rd, Alonnah TAS 7150.
Pets:
You are welcome to bring pets that are kept under control as there is an abundance of local wildlife and roads adjacent to the campsites.
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Ladychapel Camp Grounds
6 sites · RVs, Tents40 acres · Adventure Bay, TAS
The site offers water views, backing on to bushland. There is plenty of firewood available to guests.
The Mount Managa Forest Reserve is very close by, with access to forestry tracks for bikes and hikes. Also very close to some great beaches where you can enjoy water activities.
There is a boat ramp on the other side of bay approximately 5kms away.
There are shops and cafes just down the road at Adventure Bay.
1.5 hours drive from Hobart.
Guests must be full self contained with their own toilet/shower facilities and must take all waste with them on departure.
Campfires are welcome in the fire pit provided.
Pets are allowed off leash but will needs to be under control at all times.
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Black Cockatoos' Rest
6 sites · RVs, Tents33 acres · Franklin, TAS
Black Cockatoos' Rest is a great base camp from which to explore this beautiful region of Tasmania. Locally, take a short walk into historic Franklin where you can enjoy a picnic on the foreshore, kids' playground, and even pull out the fishing rod to see what you might catch. Franklin has cafes, restaurants, and pubs to enjoy a nice cuppa or a good meal if you don't want to cook at the end of the day.
30 minutes south you can enjoy Tahune Airwalk a fantastic day trip, another 40 minutes south enjoy the beauty of Dover then travel to Hastings Caves and the thermal pool.
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Driftaway Camp
2 sites · Lodging, RVs, Tents7 acres · Police Point, TAS
I have a renovated fully serviced shack and a few camp spots on my 7.5 acre property situated in a quiet location along the Coast road to the far south of Tasmania over looking the Huon River.
The property is close to gorgeous white sand beaches. We have a wood fired sauna for guest use on the property. Near by attractions Include the Hartz Mountains, Hastings Caves, and South West National park.
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Creekside Camp
1 site · RV, Tent2 acres · Margate, TAS
Welcome to the fresh Tassie country air. Our property is located south of Hobart, with open green paddocks surrounded by rolling hills and woodland. We have lots of wallabies and possums, and if you're lucky you'll get to see the local platypus in the creek. Close to the Longley Hotel which serves meals and has regular live music. 1.5km to Sandfly General Store. 10 minutes drive to a dump point.
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Fickle Break Farm
10 sites · RVs, Tents28 acres · Sandford, TAS
Fickle Break Farm is a 28-acre coastal property on the doorstep of a world-class surf break, only 30 mins from Hobart. You can walk out the door with your surfboard, bike, or running shoes and jump in the ocean or onto several beautiful coastal walking and riding trails.
We are 10 minutes away from Lauderdale shops and 10 mins to the best surf beaches in Hobart on the South Arm Peninsula.
Pitch your tent or park your set up on our beautiful grassy hilltop campsite overlooking the South Arm Peninsula and Mt Wellington in the distance. You'll enjoy good access to Mays Point surf break and the Clarence Coastal Trail just a few mins away with walking tracks to Cremorne and Lauderdale along the coast.
The camping area has a communal fire pit, access to fresh water and power in our large shed if needed, and a table tennis table. We are on tank water, so please be mindful of this. And please drive slowly and be mindful of treading lightly on the land.
We also offer a 5m lotus belle stargazer tent, situated at the very top of the property, nestled amongst the native trees and with water views, it has a luxurious queen-sized bed with beautiful linens and is a short walk away from the walking tracks to the beach.
All guests have access to our well-maintained composting toilet with water views and a beautiful hot outdoor shower that is open to the sky.
Next door is a large sheep property, and on our land we have friendly chooks, peacocks, Guinea pigs, miniature goats, horses and a border collie. Guests and children are welcome to pat, feed and cuddle the chooks, Guinea pigs, horses and the miniature goats!
Dogs are welcome as long as they are friendly with other dogs and people, and can be trusted not to escape to the next-door sheep property (beware as farmers can be ruthless with dogs!). They will need to be supervised and restrained (tied up or placed in our closed-in yard at night so they don’t disturb wallabies and other wildlife).
We love meeting new people and are passionate about our beautiful property so we can’t wait to share it with you!
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Bruny coastal camping & funky barn
3 sites · Lodging, RVs, Tents8 acres · Adventure Bay, TAS
Paddock camping or upgrade to the Funky Barn at cheap rates for bruny!
Situated on a small coastal farm above the cliffs of Adventure Bay, at the southern end of the neck beach, and in a central location for exploring Bruny Island
2 options available:
Comfortable lodging (rustic but stylish converted horse barn) with a double bed in the loft, clean sheets provided, living and kitchen area. Magnificent ocean views from the lounge or when lying in bed next to the window upstairs.
There is also a Camp site available for just one booking crowd at a time in a relatively flat area. If the weather is wet you can choose to camp next to the roofed shelter if the horses arent there.
The camp area and barn are in a peaceful location in a pasture paddock on 8 acres with lots of birdlife and walks nearby. It's a picturesque 10 minute walk through the light bush and along the cliff top coastline to the neck beach or just five minutes walk down to the sea cave. The main house where we live part time is on the property, but you still have your own space and privacy.
Dogs are subject to pre-approval but must be kept under control if our horses or dogs are on the property. The property boundary is fenced so there is plenty of exercise space. Horses are usually only here during the winter.
And please don’t expect Airbnb standards if you chose to stay in the barn . This is a fun affordable upgrade/escape from camping without the glamour and high fees of glamping.
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The best camping near Hartz Mountains National Park guide
Overview
About
Venture into the heart of Tasmania's wilderness at Hartz Mountains National Park, where ancient glaciers have sculpted a landscape of dramatic peaks and serene lakes. Here, adventurers can embark on a journey through alpine herbfields, gaze upon the stunning red blooms of the Tasmanian waratah, and spot a diverse array of wildlife. With a range of walks from leisurely strolls to challenging treks, the park offers an unforgettable experience for every kind of explorer.
When to go
The best time to visit Hartz Mountains National Park is during the warmer months, from October to April, when the park's flora is in full bloom and the weather is more conducive to hiking. Winter brings its own stark beauty, but be prepared for snow, which can limit access and make trails more challenging.
Know before you go
- Always check the weather forecast and be prepared for sudden changes, especially in alpine areas.
- Ensure you have a valid parks pass before entering the park.
- Register your walk at the booth beside the main car park for safety.
- Remember, this is a Fuel Stove Only Area; fires are prohibited to protect the environment.
- Accessible facilities are available, including toilets and shelters designed for disabled access.
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