Top 10 free campsites near Mona Vale Beach, NSW
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Top 10 free campsites near Mona Vale Beach, NSW

Mona Vale Beach is a stunning coastal destination located in New South Wales. With its picturesque shoreline, surfers will love taking on the waves and swimming in the crystal-clear water. There's plenty of activities for the whole family, such as sunbathing, picnicking and barbecuing. Don't forget to take a stroll along the boardwalk for stunning views and magical sunsets. Mona Vale Beach is a must-visit destination!

#10 Burralow Creek campground and picnic area

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Free, Toilets, BBQ Areas, Camper Trailers, National Parks, Phone Reception, Walking Trails, 4WD Trails, Allows fires, 2 hours from Sydney. Big open area, easy and pleasant walk to the glow worm tunnel. No swimming holes but fire pits available. Steep descent in, chilly in Winter. 10 minute hike to the waterfall at night to see glowworms. Quiet mid week. On Air Force flight path, sounds of chirping birds in the morning. Waze led us to Patterson Range gate (roadworks) but take Burralow Road. Network connection available.

169 Burralow Rd, Sydney, New South Wales
4 hours 13 minutes (93.2 km) drive from Mona Vale Beach
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  • ✓ Free
  • ✓ Toilets
  • ✓ BBQ Areas
  • ✓ Next to car
  • ✓ Camper Trailers
  • ✓ National Parks
  • ✓ Hike in
  • ✓ Phone Reception
  • ✓ Hiking
  • ✓ Walking Trails
  • ✓ 4WD Trails
  • ✓ Allows fires
  • ✓ Optus 4G
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#9 Ourimbah Rest Area

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Nice free rest stop with lots of other families camping. Toilets not great but bearable. Kids playground a bonus. Great spot for a quick break with pets allowed and phone reception, plus water (non-drinking).

Lot 8 Sydney Newcastle Freeway, Ourimbah, New South Wales
1 hour 14 minutes (82.5 km) drive from Mona Vale Beach
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  • ✓ Pets Allowed
  • ✓ Free
  • ✓ Toilets
  • ✓ Phone Reception
  • ✓ Water (Non Drinking)
  • ✓ Kids play park
  • ✓ Telstra 4G
  • ✓ Optus 4G
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#8 Colo Meroo

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Set in a stunning natural landscape, Colo Meroo is a must-visit spot located just two hours from Sydney. There are plenty of activities to enjoy including swimming, picnicking, and exploring the national parks. Facilities on-site include free toilets and allocated sites for camping. Plus, you can build a campfire to enjoy a night under the stars. All-in-all, Colo Meroo is the perfect spot for a weekend getaway.

Colo Meroo Access Track, Upper Colo, NSW
1 hour 28 minutes (78.2 km) drive from Mona Vale Beach
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  • ✓ Free
  • ✓ Toilets
  • ✓ Allotted Site
  • ✓ National Parks
  • ✓ Phone Reception
  • ✓ Swimming
  • ✓ Allows fires
  • ✓ Telstra 4G
  • ✓ Optus 4G
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#7 Wanderest Travellers Park

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This fantastic park offers a range of amenities for all types of travellers, from caravaners to campers. It's conveniently located only two hours from Sydney and features powered sites, toilets, drinking water, showers, wifi, phone reception, dump spot and pets allowed. Reviews of the park have been overwhelmingly positive, so if you're looking for a great place to stay, Wanderest Travellers Park is an excellent option.

71 Francis St, Richmond NSW 2755
1 hour 20 minutes (73 km) drive from Mona Vale Beach
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  • ✓ Pets Allowed
  • ✓ Toilets
  • ✓ Drinking Water
  • ✓ Powered sites
  • ✓ Caravans
  • ✓ Camper Trailers
  • ✓ Car
  • ✓ Showers
  • ✓ Wifi
  • ✓ Phone Reception
  • ✓ Dump Spot
  • ✓ Telstra 4G
  • ✓ Optus 4G
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#6 Gentlemans Halt Campground

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Located in Sydney, this campground offers a variety of outdoor activities such as biking, hiking, fishing and more. It features free toilets, BBQ areas and a short walk to the car. There are also nearby national parks for exploring. Reviews of the campground are positive, citing its convenient location and amenities.

Canoelands NSW 2157
1 hour 53 minutes (71.9 km) drive from Mona Vale Beach
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  • ✓ Free
  • ✓ Toilets
  • ✓ BBQ Areas
  • ✓ Short walk to car
  • ✓ National Parks
  • ✓ Hike in
  • ✓ Phone Reception
  • ✓ Biking
  • ✓ Hiking
  • ✓ Fishing
  • ✓ Optus 4G
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#5 Marramarra Creek campground

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Loved Orchard Site! Hike in was easy, but the hike out was challenging. Couldn't access by motor boat, so bear that in mind. Free, toilets, BBQ areas, allotted sites, National Parks, and allows fires. Great campground!

Canoelands NSW 2159
5 hours 28 minutes (59.1 km) drive from Mona Vale Beach
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  • ✓ Toilets
  • ✓ BBQ Areas
  • ✓ Allotted Site
  • ✓ National Parks
  • ✓ Hike in
  • ✓ Allows fires
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#4 Twin Beaches campground

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Nestled in New South Wales, Twin Beaches campground offers stunning views of the ocean with a variety of activities for all. Enjoy a hike in the national parks, cook up a feast with the BBQ areas, and take advantage of the free toilets. However, to get to the campground you'll need a boat. Make sure to check out all the amazing things this campground has to offer!

Marramarra National Park
4 hours 56 minutes (58.1 km) drive from Mona Vale Beach
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  • ✓ Free
  • ✓ Toilets
  • ✓ BBQ Areas
  • ✓ National Parks
  • ✓ Hike in
  • ✓ Phone Reception
  • ✓ Telstra 4G
  • ✓ Optus 4G
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#3 The Great North Walk Camping Area

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A beautiful spot to camp in Central Coast, free with phone reception and walking trails. Just two hours from Sydney, allows fires too. Perfect for a quick stop! Highly recommended.

Cedar Brush Walk, Palm Grove, New South Wales Get directions
  • ✓ Free
  • ✓ National Parks
  • ✓ Phone Reception
  • ✓ Walking Trails
  • ✓ Allows fires
  • ✓ Telstra 4G
  • ✓ Optus 4G
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#2 Olney Headquarters

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Located in Central Coast, Olney Headquarters offers a great getaway spot with a range of activities. Pets are allowed, and the area features toilets, BBQ areas, walking trails, and caravans, camper trailers and state forest. Disabled access is available, and there is phone reception and garbage disposal. Water is also available (non drinking). Fires are allowed and it's just a short walk to the car. It's a two hour drive from Sydney, making it a great weekend escape.

Watagan Forest Road Laguna NSW 2325 Get directions
  • ✓ Pets Allowed
  • ✓ Free
  • ✓ Toilets
  • ✓ BBQ Areas
  • ✓ Next to car
  • ✓ Short walk to car
  • ✓ Caravans
  • ✓ Camper Trailers
  • ✓ State Forest
  • ✓ Car
  • ✓ Disabled Access
  • ✓ Phone Reception
  • ✓ Garbage
  • ✓ Water (Non Drinking)
  • ✓ Walking Trails
  • ✓ Allows fires
  • ✓ Telstra 4G
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#1 Partridge VC Rest Area (Southbound)

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This rest area offers a great spot to take a break on a long drive. Pets are allowed and it has free toilets, caravans, and camper trailers. You can also get phone reception and access non-drinking water. Reviews have been positive, with people noting the cleanliness and convenience of the area. It's a great option for a quick rest stop.

Hume Motorway, Menangle, New South Wales Get directions
  • ✓ Pets Allowed
  • ✓ Free
  • ✓ Toilets
  • ✓ Caravans
  • ✓ Camper Trailers
  • ✓ Phone Reception
  • ✓ Water (Non Drinking)
  • ✓ Telstra 4G
  • ✓ Optus 4G
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