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 Kangaroo Island, 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 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
#9 Discovery Lagoon Caravan and Camping Ground
6 Ratings
A great campground with spacious sites around a lagoon, clean bathrooms, herb garden, old-school style children’s play area, large area for tents or caravans, great kitchen, washing up and toilets. Close to Emu Bay and family friendly. Glamping cabins are immaculately presented. Highly recommend for a visit!
Reception: 948 North Coast Rd. Camp Grounds: Emu Bay Rd, Kangaroo Island, South Australia- ✓ Pets Allowed
- ✓ Toilets
- ✓ Drinking Water
- ✓ BBQ Areas
- ✓ Powered sites
- ✓ Next to car
- ✓ Allotted Site
- ✓ Caravans
- ✓ Camper Trailers
- ✓ Glamping
- ✓ Independent
- ✓ Car
- ✓ Disabled Access
- ✓ Showers
- ✓ Boat Ramp Nearby
- ✓ Phone Reception
- ✓ Cabins Available
- ✓ Laundry
- ✓ Kids play park
- ✓ Coffee Nearby
- ✓ Allows fires
- ✓ Telstra 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 Wirrina Cove Holiday Park
9 Ratings
The Fleurieu Peninsula's Wirrina Cove Holiday Park offers a range of accommodation from powered sites and caravans to cabins and camper trailers. It's pet-friendly, and features toilets, drinking water, BBQ areas and a dump spot. For those who want to explore, there are walking trails and a boat ramp nearby, as well as a laundry. Fires are allowed, and it's only two hours from Adelaide. The park is well-reviewed for its warm hospitality and beautiful views.
199 Paradise Drive, Wirrina Cove, South Australia, 5204, AU- ✓ Pets Allowed
- ✓ Toilets
- ✓ Drinking Water
- ✓ BBQ Areas
- ✓ Powered sites
- ✓ Caravans
- ✓ Camper Trailers
- ✓ Boat Ramp Nearby
- ✓ Phone Reception
- ✓ Cabins Available
- ✓ Dump Spot
- ✓ Laundry
- ✓ Walking Trails
- ✓ Allows fires
- ✓ Telstra 4G
- ✓ Optus 4G
#6 Tapanappa Campground
11 Ratings
Beautiful sheltered spot with stunning views of the ocean from a cliff top. Toilets, fire pits and caravans allowed. Perfect for exploring with plenty of wildlife and hikes of all levels. Non-drinking water available. Book ahead as it can get busy. No pets allowed. Pay prior to entry online. 2 hours from Adelaide.
Tapanappa Rd, Deep Creek, South Australia- ✓ Toilets
- ✓ Caravans
- ✓ Camper Trailers
- ✓ National Parks
- ✓ Phone Reception
- ✓ Water (Non Drinking)
- ✓ Walking Trails
- ✓ Allows fires
- ✓ Telstra 4G
#5 Trig Campground
7 Ratings
Situated in Fleurieu Peninsula, Trig Campground is an ideal place for a camping getaway. With amenities such as toilets, caravans, camper trailers, and non-drinking water, it provides a comfortable and convenient setting. The campground is also surrounded by national parks and has walking trails for nature lovers. Fires are allowed so you can enjoy the night sky with a warm fire. Only 2 hours from Adelaide, Trig Campground is the perfect escape from city life.
Deep Creek, South Australia- ✓ Toilets
- ✓ Caravans
- ✓ Camper Trailers
- ✓ National Parks
- ✓ Phone Reception
- ✓ Water (Non Drinking)
- ✓ Walking Trails
- ✓ Allows fires
- ✓ Telstra 4G
- ✓ Optus 4G
#4 Stringybark Campground
9 Ratings
Great free campsite with flat grounds among trees. Toilet and shower facilities are clean and functional. Close to Blowhole Beach, perfect for singles, couples or families. 4WD trails, gas heated showers and allows fires. 12 km of winding gravel road to reach site. Closed 20/03/20 - 27/03/20 for fire prep. Highly recommended!
Deep Creek Conservation Park Tapanappa Rd, 9 km south-east of Delamere, South Australia- ✓ Toilets
- ✓ Drinking Water
- ✓ Caravans
- ✓ Camper Trailers
- ✓ State Forest
- ✓ Phone Reception
- ✓ Walking Trails
- ✓ 4WD Trails
- ✓ Allows fires
- ✓ Optus 4G
#3 Cape Jervis Accommodation & Caravan Park
6 Ratings
A beautiful spot with stunning views, Cape Jervis offers great facilities for a pleasant camping experience. Friendly staff, clean toilets and warm showers, plus a restaurant and a playground, make it the perfect place for a weekend getaway. There's also a beach nearby with crystal clear water and plenty of birdsong. We extended our stay twice and probably would have stayed longer if we could. Highly recommended!
9351 Main South Rd, Cape Jervis, South Australia- ✓ Pets Allowed
- ✓ Toilets
- ✓ Drinking Water
- ✓ BBQ Areas
- ✓ Powered sites
- ✓ Allotted Site
- ✓ Caravans
- ✓ Camper Trailers
- ✓ Independent
- ✓ Car
- ✓ Disabled Access
- ✓ Firewood for sale
- ✓ Showers
- ✓ Boat Ramp Nearby
- ✓ Wifi
- ✓ Phone Reception
- ✓ Cabins Available
- ✓ Laundry
- ✓ Kids play park
- ✓ Cafe onsite
- ✓ Allows fires
- ✓ Telstra 4G
- ✓ Optus 4G
#2 Chapman River East
2 Ratings
Pets allowed, BBQ areas, camper trailers, phone reception, non-drinking water, fishing, swimming, and fires allowed. A great spot for kayaking with short access to a long beach. Site 9 is perfect for a full van, with a new toilet block, BBQ, and sheltered picnic area. Very nice, will be back again!
South Australia- ✓ Pets Allowed
- ✓ BBQ Areas
- ✓ Camper Trailers
- ✓ Phone Reception
- ✓ Water (Non Drinking)
- ✓ Fishing
- ✓ Swimming
- ✓ Allows fires
- ✓ Telstra 4G
#1 Brown Beach
5 Ratings
Brown Beach is located in Kangaroo Island, making it a perfect spot for a family holiday. It offers a variety of amenities, including toilets, drinking water, BBQ areas, caravans, phone reception, and water (non-drinking). There are also plenty of activities to enjoy such as fishing, walking trails, swimming, and even allows fires. Pets are also welcome, adding to the fun. Reviews of Brown Beach are highly positive, making it a popular destination for those looking for a great beach experience.
4022 Hog Bay Road, Dudley West, South Australia- ✓ Pets Allowed
- ✓ Toilets
- ✓ Drinking Water
- ✓ BBQ Areas
- ✓ Caravans
- ✓ Camper Trailers
- ✓ Showers
- ✓ Phone Reception
- ✓ Water (Non Drinking)
- ✓ Fishing
- ✓ Walking Trails
- ✓ Swimming
- ✓ Allows fires
- ✓ Telstra 4G
- ✓ Optus 4G