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 Kirup, WA 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 The Cut Campground - Leschenault (Access By Boat)
Situated in Australia's South West, The Cut Campground is accessible only by boat. Offering a range of amenities including toilets, a boat ramp nearby, phone reception, and fishing, it is an ideal spot for a camping getaway. Enjoy taking a walk along the trails, a dip in the water or a campfire under the stars. Reviews have all been positive, making this a great place to stay.
Ridge Trail, Leschenault, Western Australia- ✓ Toilets
- ✓ Boat Ramp Nearby
- ✓ Phone Reception
- ✓ Fishing
- ✓ Walking Trails
- ✓ Swimming
- ✓ Allows fires
- ✓ Telstra 4G
- ✓ Optus 4G
#9 Potters Gorge - Wellington Dam
9 Ratings
Beautiful forest on the bank of Wellington Dam. Toilets, BBQ Areas, Caravans, Camper Trailers, National Parks, Phone Reception, Dump Spot, Water (Non Drinking), Fishing, Walking Trails, Swimming, 4WD Trails, and Allows fires. Clean campsites with native bird visits. Boil available water to drink. Clean and spacious toilets. Nice walk tracks and great mountain biking. Enjoyable and relaxing for the whole family.
Unnamed Road, Worsley, Western Australia- ✓ Toilets
- ✓ BBQ Areas
- ✓ Caravans
- ✓ Camper Trailers
- ✓ National Parks
- ✓ Phone Reception
- ✓ Dump Spot
- ✓ Water (Non Drinking)
- ✓ Fishing
- ✓ Walking Trails
- ✓ Swimming
- ✓ 4WD Trails
- ✓ Allows fires
- ✓ Telstra 4G
#8 Honeymoon Pool
11 Ratings
A stunning forest with clean flowing water, Honeymoon Pool is perfect for camping. Book online to secure a spot and enjoy the available amenities such as toilets, gas BBQs, fire pits, and bush tracks. During the summer months, a fire ban is in effect, but winter should be an amazing experience. Perfect for tents and families, it's a great spot to reconnect with nature. Keep an eye out for the morning duck visits!
Worsley, Western Australia- ✓ Toilets
- ✓ BBQ Areas
- ✓ National Parks
- ✓ Phone Reception
- ✓ Fishing
- ✓ Walking Trails
- ✓ Swimming
- ✓ Allows fires
- ✓ Optus 4G
#7 Overflow Only Nannup Campground
This charming campground is located in Australia's South West and offers a range of amenities, including pets allowed, toilets, drinking water, powered sites, caravans, camper trailers, phone reception, and allows fires. Reviews have praised the campground's secluded location and scenic views. It's the perfect spot for a peaceful getaway with friends or family.
Balingup-Nannup Rd, Nannup, Western Australia- ✓ Pets Allowed
- ✓ Toilets
- ✓ Drinking Water
- ✓ Powered sites
- ✓ Caravans
- ✓ Camper Trailers
- ✓ Phone Reception
- ✓ Allows fires
- ✓ Telstra 4G
- ✓ Optus 4G
#6 Wellington Cottages
Located in Australia's South West, Wellington Cottages offer guests a range of amenities including toilets, drinking water, powered sites, caravans, cabins, telephone reception, and national parks. Enjoy a range of activities such as walking trails and campfires, plus stunning views of the surrounding countryside. Guests have praised the cottages for their cleanliness, friendly service, and excellent value for money. Whether you're looking for a peaceful getaway or an action-packed holiday, Wellington Cottages is sure to have something to suit your needs.
Wellington Forest Rd, Wellington Forest, Western Australia- ✓ Toilets
- ✓ Drinking Water
- ✓ Powered sites
- ✓ Caravans
- ✓ National Parks
- ✓ Phone Reception
- ✓ Cabins Available
- ✓ Walking Trails
- ✓ Allows fires
- ✓ Telstra 4G
- ✓ Optus 4G
#5 Bridgetown Caravan Park
1 Rating
This caravan park is a great spot for a family getaway. It has all the amenities you need to make your stay comfortable and enjoyable, including powered sites, BBQ areas, toilets, drinking water, cabins, and a dump spot. The park is pet-friendly and has a kids play park and swimming area. There's also phone reception, laundry facilities, and fires are allowed. A great place to relax and enjoy the South West.
55 South Western Hwy, Bridgetown, Western Australia- ✓ Pets Allowed
- ✓ Toilets
- ✓ Drinking Water
- ✓ BBQ Areas
- ✓ Powered sites
- ✓ Caravans
- ✓ Camper Trailers
- ✓ Phone Reception
- ✓ Cabins Available
- ✓ Dump Spot
- ✓ Laundry
- ✓ Swimming
- ✓ Kids play park
- ✓ Allows fires
- ✓ Telstra 4G
- ✓ Optus 4G
#4 Maranup Ford Caravan Park
2 Ratings
A perfect spot for a getaway, Maranup Ford offers plenty of room for caravans, camper trailers and cars. Facilities include toilets, showers, laundry, drinking water, BBQ areas, phone reception and a dump spot. Enjoy the views and sounds of nature with activities such as fishing, biking, hiking, swimming and 4WD trails. Fires are allowed and firewood is available for sale. Owners are friendly and helpful, plus you can buy fresh eggs, jams and chutney. All in all, a neat, tidy and well-maintained park.
600 Maranup Ford Rd, Maranup, Western Australia- ✓ Pets Allowed
- ✓ Toilets
- ✓ Drinking Water
- ✓ BBQ Areas
- ✓ Powered sites
- ✓ Next to car
- ✓ Allotted Site
- ✓ Caravans
- ✓ Camper Trailers
- ✓ Car
- ✓ Disabled Access
- ✓ Firewood for sale
- ✓ Showers
- ✓ Phone Reception
- ✓ Dump Spot
- ✓ Water (Non Drinking)
- ✓ Laundry
- ✓ Biking
- ✓ Hiking
- ✓ Fishing
- ✓ Walking Trails
- ✓ Swimming
- ✓ 4WD Trails
- ✓ Allows fires
#3 Ironstone Gully Falls
10 Ratings
Beautiful bush setting with plenty of room for caravans, camper trailers, and families with pets. Toilets, BBQ areas and walking trails available, with fires allowed. Enjoyed staying here - lots of space for kids and pets to explore!
1813 Goodwood Rd, Capel River, Western Australia- ✓ Pets Allowed
- ✓ Free
- ✓ Toilets
- ✓ BBQ Areas
- ✓ Caravans
- ✓ Camper Trailers
- ✓ Phone Reception
- ✓ Walking Trails
- ✓ Allows fires
- ✓ Telstra 4G
#2 Wrights Bridge
6 Ratings
Peaceful campground situated beside a river. Nice hikes, swimming spots, and lots of shady areas. Toilets and rubbish collection onsite. Pets allowed, plus caravans, camper trailers, and BBQ areas. Phone reception available, and fires allowed. Reviews say it's an idyllic spot.
111 Balingup-Nannup Rd, Southampton, Western Australia- ✓ Pets Allowed
- ✓ Toilets
- ✓ BBQ Areas
- ✓ Caravans
- ✓ Camper Trailers
- ✓ Phone Reception
- ✓ Allows fires
#1 Balingup Transit Facility
1 Rating
This great facility offers a range of amenities for its visitors, including pets allowed, toilets, drinking water, BBQ areas, powered sites, caravans, phone reception, and allows fires. Reviews have been positive, with visitors noting the clean and well-maintained facilities and friendly staff. It's an ideal stop off point for campers, caravanners, and those looking to explore South West Australia.
Bibbulmun Track, Mullalyup, Western Australia- ✓ Pets Allowed
- ✓ Toilets
- ✓ Drinking Water
- ✓ BBQ Areas
- ✓ Powered sites
- ✓ Caravans
- ✓ Phone Reception
- ✓ Allows fires
- ✓ Telstra 4G
- ✓ Optus 4G