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Oakenville Farm, Nundle

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(34)

13km from Chaffey Dam · 5 sites · Tents, RVs, Lodging

Our property is a small but productive farm in Nundle set up using permaculture principles. We have a large vegetable garden, fruit trees, a medicinal herb garden, chooks, guinea fowl, bees, a couple of dogs and many native birds and other wildlife. Oakenville Creek runs along the back of our property.

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AU$49

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Ranjen Farm Stay

97%

(17)

22km from Chaffey Dam · 1 site · RV

10 sites with Electricity Located on the edge of Tamworth, we are a quiet and tranquil place to stay with good facilities, plenty of space, and lots of wildlife. Birds are here in abundance and our sunrise and especially our sunsets are to be seen to be believed. Campers have access to toilets, hot showers, camp kitchen and power (if booking a powered site). 10 to choose from. We're dog friendly too! We are a working farm with cattle and horses. We are close to all that Tamworth and surrounds have to offer, a safe and friendly base camp for your travels in the area, or equally as ideal as an easy stopover on your way through. We are only 10-15 minutes to town, and near to the local IGA, pharmacy, butcher, bottle shop, and Taven and a Hotel

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AU$43

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Oakey Farm

99%

(85)

23km from Chaffey Dam · 20 sites · Tents, RVs, Lodging

Oakey Farm is situated 15km from Tamworth's CBD, on a 180-acre farm. Take in the beautiful lights of Tamworth and views of the Peel Valley. The camping is spacious , with a powered modern bathroom facility with a flushing toilet and shower and large rain water pool. As the pool is rain water, we kindly request no booming and splashing (excessive amounts of water out of the pool) We have plenty of space and tranquility.

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AU$61

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Ascot Park (currently unavailable)

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(10)

24km from Chaffey Dam · 15 sites · Tents, RVs

Stunning views of Tamworth city lights and mountains and valley. Only 12km from Tamworth on a quiet unsealed road with great access for caravans. Have power and water available but no amenties. Take in the outstanding views and relax in rural setting or take advantage of close proximity to AELEC (equestrian center).

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AU$43

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Hillside Farmstay

96%

(627)

26km from Chaffey Dam · 99 sites · Tents, RVs

A 200 acre horse breeding property on the outskirts of Tamworth. 6 minutes to the Country Music Capital CBD. Lots of shady trees to camp or park your van/RV. Hills that you can see forever from the top of.... Some outdoor seating. There's two flush toilets, two hot showers. Dogs are welcome but must be strictly on a lead at all times. There is a dog run available if you want to leave your dog and go to town or the Country Music Festival. Generally most people stay and camp near the horse barn. Indoor shower and toilet available and there is a outdoor hot shower and a sink and a tub to rub a dub dub. Laundry is available. Ask for the key ($5) The outdoor shower is private but has no roof so you can shower under the stars. Picnic table provided and a fire pit to barbecue in winter (fire bans in summer) Transported horses are also welcome...yards available. Price is per person. Children under 12 are free.

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AU$16

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Sheffield B&B Farm stay Tamworth

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(81)

26km from Chaffey Dam · 14 sites · Tents, RVs

Located in a quiet rural setting upon 30 acres, overlooking the city of Tamworth, just a quick 10 minute drive from the CBD. As I wake in the morning you will find yourself surrounded by horses, enjoy the relaxed atmosphere and you welcome to feed the ponies a carrot or two. We cater for all your accommodations and camping needs with grasses powered camp sites for hooking up your caravans & horse floats or we provide self contained units and B&B style accommodation. Offering toilets, showers and drinking water. Accomodation options include powered and unpowered sites - suitable for set-ups from tents to big rig RVs. Located close to amenities and a campfire. Sheffield runs a unique hands on farm experience join us to come feed and communicate with the friendly horses, pigs, goats, chooks, Guinea fowl and cats . Enjoy walking through our beautiful gardens and have a picnic. Follow Debbie around and learn why the guniea fowl are in the trees or how the horses sleep while standing up? Collect the chook eggs and feed the pigs, horses and goats.

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AU$49

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Adela Park

91%

(40)

28km from Chaffey Dam · 10 sites · Tents, RVs

A quiet property on the outskirts of Tamworth, a seven-minute drive to the town centre or the Country Music Capital festivities. Walking distance to the local pub and general store. We offer a flat block, with options for shade by the large pepper and gum trees. There are sweeping mountain views, no street lights, and plentiful birdlife to enjoy. We provide on-site power and bore water (which is drinkable) and also unpowered sites however we DO NOT have toilet or shower facilities so all campers must be self-sufficient in this regard. Dogs are welcome but must be under control or on a leash at all times. Horses welcome also. Children under 12 stay free - please just ensure they're added to the booking so we can keep on top of the numbers. (you will not be charged).

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AU$31

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Edgecote Camping

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(52)

29km from Chaffey Dam · 6 sites · Tents, RVs

Our family have lived at ‘Edgecote’ for eighteen years. We are predominantly horse breeders and trainers, however have some cattle and many dogs. We love the great outdoors and especially enjoy this ‘bottom paddock’ because of all the trees and the bird life. The dam gives the space a cool feel and a place for dogs to swim and retrieve.

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AU$55

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Royal Oaks

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(41)

31km from Chaffey Dam · 4 sites · Tents, RVs

Great location for Tamworth Country Music Festival, walk or cycle into Tamworth CBD. 20 acres on the Peel River. There are unpowered campsites next to the river but the amenities are about a 300m walk. We have a couple of horses, a few chooks and lots of avian wildlife live on the property. Peaceful and with abundant trees. Hot water shower, flushing toilet and 10 amp power available at the sites next to the amenities. Good access for caravans and all types of vehicles. Dogs or other pets not accepted. No campfires, total fire bans often in place here.

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Balaka Farm

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(15)

34km from Chaffey Dam · 7 sites · RVs, Lodging

Situated just 20 mins from the regional city of Tamworth, home of Australia's largest Country Music Festival, Balaka Farm offers a family friendly stay. Sit and relax on the verandah of our converted shearing shed and enjoy the views of the hills. There are so many activities to enjoy in the local area with dams and creeks for fishing or swimming or head into Tamworth and visit the myriad of galleries and museums, playgrounds and parks on offer.

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Dales Do Drop Inn

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(12)

38km from Chaffey Dam · 3 sites · Tents, RVs

Westdale 10mins drive west of Tamworth's main street. A larger than normal suburban backyard with no neighbours. Access for large vehicles. Can accommodate tents, caravans, buses, RV's of all sizes. Flat level all weather block. Dale enjoys Happy Hour most evenings and loves a chat. Or she can leave you to your own devices. There is one site with power and water and plenty of room for those who are self sufficient.

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AU$19

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Figtrees @ Moonbi

95%

(10)

42km from Chaffey Dam · 14 sites · Tents, RVs

400 acres of fields and bushland set in the Moonbi Ranges, 20km north of Tamworth. The property boasts amazing views of the surrounding area, plus an array of wildlife to enjoy, including Kangaroos, Echidnas and Wedge-Tailed eagles. Secluded location away from the crowds in close proximity to many highlights of the New England region including Bendemeer, Uralla and Armidale. Figtrees is ideally suited to the self- contained traveller who wants to stop and rest en route to the many highlights of the New England region and beyond.

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AU$34

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Recent reviews from the Hipcamp community

Maddie

1 week ago

Weekend Trip to Oakenville Farm, Nundle

Loved this beautiful stay. Rachel was very accommodating and provided everything that we needed and more. The puppies and chickens were a bonus we loved them and the whole vibe of the property. They’ve really made the place feel magical.

Daragh

1 week ago

8 m Class B

1 night at Ranjen Farm Stay

Frank and Jenny were just lovely friendly hosts who were available for anything we wanted. We only stayed for one night but it was a really tranquil place to stay for us on our travels, highly recommended

Annette

2 weeks ago

5 m pop-up camper

With pets

1 night at Figtrees @ Moonbi

Adam is a great welcoming host and the property is well situated for a pit stop when travelling along the New England highway. Spectacular sunsets. Great find find for us and the dogs.

Charlotte

2 weeks ago

3 m Class B

With pets

1 night at Bimbivale Caravan & Camp Sites

Great spot for me and my doggo! Would definitely recommend :)

Christy

2 weeks ago

5 m car

With kids

1 night at Muluerindie

10/10 beautiful spot, nicely mowed / well maintained, firewood at the site ready for us with a firepit. Had the place all to ourselves, was just stunning. Would highly recommend

Thomas

2 weeks ago

1 night at Oakenville Farm, Nundle

Had a great experience staying in Rachel's tent. Very well kept with a comfy bed and really nice bathroom facilities. We loved the cosy atmosphere with all the chickens and dog roaming about.

Tegan

2 weeks ago

5 m pop-up camper

With pets

4 nights at Highland Adventure Hideaway

This was a great spot, we had the whole area to ourselves! It was quiet and very relaxing. Nicole was very quick ro communicate ans respond on the app and came to check on us the day after we set up, which was very nice. Would recommend!

Laura

2 weeks ago

7 m travel trailer

With kids

1 night at Sheffield B&B Farm stay Tamworth

We had a great stay at Debbie's, Our kids loved feeding the animals and playing on the playground equipment, plus the sunset was beautiful!

Kirsty

2 weeks ago

Tent

With kids

1 night at Oakey Farm

We loved the location and peace and quiet of our short visit at the Oakey farm. The spectacular night sky was vision that wasn’t missed even my 6 year old. The warm welcome and facilities were more than we could imagine. Directions to the sites was clear and easy. We would definitely visit again and for longer.

Maree

2 weeks ago

4 m Class A

With pets

2 nights at Ranjen Farm Stay

Ranjen - Frank & Jenny great hosts ti chat with. A fantastic place to camp. We were right next to the dam. A fully equipped camp kitchen and hot showers and toilets made our experience so much better. A cattle ranch with horses made the country experience. Country photos every angle. Even the Kookaburras laughing. We will definitely come back with friends. Maree & Glen

Gregg

2 weeks ago

8 m travel trailer

With kids

1 night at Maiden Jewel Camping Wingen

Awesome place! We had a great visit and will definitely be back. Thanks for having us!

Kira

2 weeks ago

2 m pop-up camper

With kids

1 night at Hillside Farmstay

Good location, not far from Tamworth. Nice area to stay at

Julie

2 weeks ago

Tent

1 night at Hillside Farmstay

We absolutely loved Hillside - Dawn was fabulous & took us to view the property and its amazing views. The site had decent toilets & showers & was a perfect peaceful stay with the horses 😍 we would definitely stay here again

2 weeks ago

5 m Class B

1 night at Sheffield B&B Farm stay Tamworth

We loved staying with Debrah and Colin - their space was so peaceful and beautiful and being surrounded by all the farm animals was such a treat. Thanks again for a great stay!

Hannah

2 weeks ago

Tent

With pets

1 night at Edgecote Camping

Absolutely lovely camp site that we would definitely recommend! There's no designated spots, but we were lucky as there was only us and one other set of campers that were there for the night, and the site is big enough that we were far away from each other and never heard them (or could even see them as we set our camp up facing the water). The site was beautiful, with so many birds around (and the odd rogue cow that came to say hello), with an amazing sunset as a bonus. I'd definitely book a stay here again!

Wayne

2 weeks ago

Tent

1 night at Edgecote Camping

Such a great spot. Easy to find but very quiet and a great spot for our overnight stop on our way to Sydney

Troy

2 weeks ago

8 m travel trailer

With kids

5 nights at Omadale Brook, Barrington Tops

What a spot ,super relaxing with the river running and the quiet countryside We will be back for sure

Sharon

2 weeks ago

Tent

Weekend Trip to Sheffield B&B Farm stay Tamworth

We had a great stay at Debrah’s. The paddock was well kept and we loved our view over the landscape, watching the flocks of birds. We were lucky to have a clear still night under an amazing canopy of stars. Incredible! The two flushing toilets were clean and well maintained. Debrah showed us the goats a their week old kids, so adorable.

Bonnie

2 weeks ago

3 m travel trailer

Weekend Trip to Muluerindie

Wayne was a lovely host and the property is beautifully kept, quiet, tidy, and very well cared for. Perfect spot to pull up for the night and relax. Would happily stay again. Thank you 🙏

Sonja

2 weeks ago

5 m car

With kids

Weekend Trip to Sheffield B&B Farm stay Tamworth

We absolutely loved staying at Sheffield farm, would have loved to stay longer. Our daughter was excited to meet the cats, pony's, chicken and baby goats. The owners were very helpful and provided an extension lead so we could camp a little further out from the other campers. Would recommend!!

The best camping near Chaffey Dam, NSW guide

Overview

About

Well worth the visit for those camping near the Peel Valley, Chaffey Dam is an engineering marvel surrounded by pristine parkland. Gazing out from the main lookout, you can enjoy views of the lake and parkland, as well as the giant Morning Glory spillway.

The lake is perfect for water sports and fishing, with so much space it's easy to find a calm section of water to enjoy. Whether you're looking for fun on or off the water, the Peel River and the surrounding Bowling Alley Point Recreation Reserve provide days of entertainment for those camping nearby.

Nearby attractions

Visit Tamworth, the country music capital of Australia.
Visit one of the few places in the world to see snow in a rainforest, Barrington Tops National Park.
A beautiful coastal town, Port Macquarie is best known for its beautiful beaches and iconic lighthouse.

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