They say life is better around the campfire. And we could not agree more.
Over the years due to increase fire risk it's become a challenge to find great campsites that allow you to have a fire by your tent.
Please be a responsible Aircamper and brush up on your fire safety knowledge. Bushwalking NSW has a great article that'll give you the rundown on how to light a fire responsibly.
Below we've collected some hidden gems near Encounter Bay, SA that still allow you to sit back, toast your feet and incinerate some marshmallows while telling stories about camping when you were a kid.
#10 Twigs & Vines
1 Rating
This tranquil retreat in the Fleurieu Peninsula is the perfect place for a getaway. It has powered sites for caravans, phone reception, and allows pets. Take a stroll through the walking trails and enjoy a campfire in the evening. Located within two hours of Adelaide, this is an ideal destination for a quick escape. Reviews are glowing, with visitors praising the peaceful setting and friendly staff. Make Twigs & Vines your next holiday destination!
Rymill Road, Ashbourne, South Australia- ✓ Pets Allowed
- ✓ Powered sites
- ✓ Caravans
- ✓ Phone Reception
- ✓ Walking Trails
- ✓ Allows fires
- ✓ Telstra 4G
- ✓ Optus 4G
#9 Mundoo Island Station
1 Rating
Located in the Fleurieu Peninsula, Mundoo Island Station provides a range of accommodation options from caravans, camper trailers and cabins to camping. It is the perfect place for fishing, swimming and exploring the surrounding area with a boat ramp nearby for easy access. Enjoy a campfire under the stars and be within two hours from Adelaide. Reviews of Mundoo Island Station are positive, with many praising the stunning scenery and warm hospitality.
Unnamed Rd, Mundoo Island, South Australia- ✓ Caravans
- ✓ Camper Trailers
- ✓ Car
- ✓ Boat Ramp Nearby
- ✓ Phone Reception
- ✓ Cabins Available
- ✓ Fishing
- ✓ Swimming
- ✓ Allows fires
- ✓ Telstra 4G
- ✓ Optus 4G
#8 Beachside Holiday Park
Pets, toilets, drinking water, BBQ areas, powered sites, caravans, camper trailers, phone reception, cabins, dump spot, laundry, fishing, kids play park, and allows fires - all this and only two hours from Adelaide make Beachside Holiday Park the perfect destination for your Fleurieu Peninsula holiday. Enjoy Top Parks facilities and great reviews from happy guests.
Cape Jervis Rd, Normanville, South Australia- ✓ Water slide
- ✓ Pets Allowed
- ✓ Toilets
- ✓ Drinking Water
- ✓ BBQ Areas
- ✓ Powered sites
- ✓ Caravans
- ✓ Camper Trailers
- ✓ Independent
- ✓ Showers
- ✓ Wifi
- ✓ Phone Reception
- ✓ Cabins Available
- ✓ Dump Spot
- ✓ Laundry
- ✓ Fishing
- ✓ Walking Trails
- ✓ Kids play park
- ✓ Telstra 4G
- ✓ Optus 4G
#7 Eagle Dell
10 Ratings
A tranquil spot in Fleurieu Peninsula, Eagle Dell is ideal for families with kids. It offers plenty of activities and its scenic trails are perfect for exploring its lush flora and fauna. Facilities include toilets, drinking water, phone reception, caravan and camper trailer spots and fires are allowed. Just two hours away from Adelaide, this is an ideal getaway spot.
453 Frome Rd, Currency Creek, South Australia- ✓ Pets Allowed
- ✓ Toilets
- ✓ Drinking Water
- ✓ Caravans
- ✓ Camper Trailers
- ✓ Phone Reception
- ✓ Water (Non Drinking)
- ✓ Walking Trails
- ✓ Allows fires
- ✓ Telstra 4G
- ✓ Optus 4G
#6 Hindmarsh Island Caravan Park
5 Ratings
Situated in Fleurieu Peninsula, Hindmarsh Island Caravan Park offers a range of amenities, such as toilets, drinking water, BBQ areas, powered sites, caravans, camper trailers, cabins, laundry, swimming, kids play park and allows fires. It's only two hours away from Adelaide and is perfect for a family holiday. Its pet-friendly policy ensures that everyone can enjoy their stay. Reviews of the park have been positive, with visitors praising its cleanliness, friendly staff and great facilities.
Madsen St, Hindmarsh Island, South Australia, 5214, AU- ✓ Pets Allowed
- ✓ Toilets
- ✓ Drinking Water
- ✓ BBQ Areas
- ✓ Powered sites
- ✓ Caravans
- ✓ Camper Trailers
- ✓ Showers
- ✓ Phone Reception
- ✓ Cabins Available
- ✓ Laundry
- ✓ Swimming
- ✓ Kids play park
- ✓ Allows fires
- ✓ Telstra 4G
- ✓ Optus 4G
#5 Discovery Parks - Goolwa
6 Ratings
A great spot for a short stay, Goolwa Camping & Tourist Park is located just a few minutes away from the beach and supermarket. It's got clean facilities, friendly staff, and an awesome pool. Prices are a bit high during peak season, but the grassy sites, boat ramp nearby, and kids play park make it well worth it. Plus, you're only two hours away from Adelaide. Highly recommended for a family holiday!
40 Kessell Road, Goolwa, South Australia, 5214, AU- ✓ Jumping pillow
- ✓ Water slide
- ✓ Pets Allowed
- ✓ Toilets
- ✓ Drinking Water
- ✓ BBQ Areas
- ✓ Powered sites
- ✓ Caravans
- ✓ Camper Trailers
- ✓ Showers
- ✓ Boat Ramp Nearby
- ✓ Wifi
- ✓ Phone Reception
- ✓ Cabins Available
- ✓ Dump Spot
- ✓ Swimming pool
- ✓ Laundry
- ✓ Swimming
- ✓ Kids play park
- ✓ Allows fires
- ✓ Discovery Holiday Parks
- ✓ Telstra 4G
- ✓ Optus 4G
#4 Crabtree Farm
7 Ratings
An idyllic getaway, Crabtree Farm offers powered sites, caravans, cabins and camper trailers, as well as BBQ areas and drinking water. Perfect for a two hour drive from Adelaide, it's a rustic and peaceful place with an incredibly friendly owner. Clean toilets, showers, picnic areas and a fire pit make it a great spot to stay, while wood fire pizza is available for only $10. There are also horses and chickens to see. All in all, it's an amazing spot, perfect for a relaxing break.
Kessel Rd, Goolwa, South Australia- ✓ Toilets
- ✓ Drinking Water
- ✓ BBQ Areas
- ✓ Powered sites
- ✓ Caravans
- ✓ Camper Trailers
- ✓ Phone Reception
- ✓ Cabins Available
- ✓ Allows fires
- ✓ Telstra 4G
- ✓ Optus 4G
#3 Bird Haven Retreat
2 Ratings
Located in Fleurieu Peninsula, Bird Haven Retreat offers a range of accommodation options including caravans, camper trailers and more. You can relax in the peace and quiet of the countryside, or explore the walking trails. Fires are allowed, and the retreat is only two hours drive from Adelaide. Reception has phone reception. Reviews are overwhelmingly positive, praising the peaceful atmosphere and friendly staff.
Sawpit Rd, Inman Valley, South Australia- ✓ Caravans
- ✓ Camper Trailers
- ✓ Phone Reception
- ✓ Walking Trails
- ✓ Allows fires
- ✓ Telstra 4G
- ✓ Optus 4G
#2 Breakaway Farmstay
6 Ratings
A great spot for camping in the Fleurieu Peninsula, Breakaway Farmstay offers lush green grass surrounded by goats and cattle, a clean common room with pool table and TV, and hot showers. The friendly host welcomes guests, and it's just a short drive to Waitpinga Beach. Enjoy walking trails in the nearby national park, and relax by the fire pit. Perfect for an overnight stay or a few days away!
LOT 303 Waitpinga Rd, Waitpinga, South Australia- ✓ Toilets
- ✓ Drinking Water
- ✓ BBQ Areas
- ✓ Powered sites
- ✓ Caravans
- ✓ Camper Trailers
- ✓ Cabins Available
- ✓ Laundry
- ✓ Walking Trails
- ✓ Swimming
- ✓ Allows fires
#1 NRMA Victor Harbor Beachfront Holiday Park
10 Ratings
Fantastic facilities and location! Jumping pillow, water slide, heated pool, pump track, and plenty of room for kids to play. Ensuite sites and well-maintained amenities. Beautiful beachfront views, paved walkways into town, and lots to see and do in the area. Cabins and powered sites available, along with bike hire and laundry facilities. Highly recommended for a family getaway!
114 Victoria St, Victor Harbor SA 5211- ✓ Jumping pillow
- ✓ Water slide
- ✓ Pets Allowed
- ✓ Toilets
- ✓ Drinking Water
- ✓ BBQ Areas
- ✓ Powered sites
- ✓ Caravans
- ✓ Camper Trailers
- ✓ Car
- ✓ Disabled Access
- ✓ Showers
- ✓ Boat Ramp Nearby
- ✓ Wifi
- ✓ Phone Reception
- ✓ Cabins Available
- ✓ Dump Spot
- ✓ Garbage
- ✓ Swimming pool
- ✓ Laundry
- ✓ Hiking
- ✓ Fishing
- ✓ Walking Trails
- ✓ Swimming
- ✓ 4WD Trails
- ✓ Kids play park
- ✓ Coffee Nearby
- ✓ NRMA
- ✓ Telstra 4G
- ✓ Optus 4G