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 Mount Lofty, 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 Murray Bridge Tourist Park
1 Rating
Pets allowed, toilets, drinking water, BBQ areas, powered sites, caravans, camper trailers, showers, WiFi, phone reception, cabins, dump spot, swimming pool, laundry, and swimming - all within two hours of Adelaide. Quiet and relaxing with gravel sites, pool, camp kitchen, and fire pit. Clean amenities make this a great spot for a getaway.
315 Adelaide Road, Murray Bridge, South Australia, 5253, AU- ✓ Pets Allowed
- ✓ Toilets
- ✓ Drinking Water
- ✓ BBQ Areas
- ✓ Powered sites
- ✓ Caravans
- ✓ Camper Trailers
- ✓ Showers
- ✓ Wifi
- ✓ Phone Reception
- ✓ Cabins Available
- ✓ Dump Spot
- ✓ Swimming pool
- ✓ Laundry
- ✓ Swimming
- ✓ Telstra 4G
- ✓ Optus 4G
#9 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
#8 Rocky Paddock, Mt Crawford.
10 Ratings
Mt Crawford's Rocky Paddock is a great spot for bush camping, offering spacious sites, walking tracks, toilets and phone reception. Enjoy views of the pine trees and large rocks, or take a two hour drive from Adelaide and start a campfire on chilly nights. Reviews say it's picturesque and highly recommended - check out the YouTube video for a closer look!
LOT 335 Warren Rd, Mt Crawford, South Australia- ✓ Pets Allowed
- ✓ Toilets
- ✓ Caravans
- ✓ Camper Trailers
- ✓ Phone Reception
- ✓ Water (Non Drinking)
- ✓ Walking Trails
- ✓ Allows fires
- ✓ Telstra 4G
#7 Adelaide Hills 4WD Park
3 Ratings
Adelaide Hills' JAKEM Farm closed its doors in 2023, but it still stands as a great spot for outdoor activities. Facilities include pets allowed, toilets, allotted sites, 4WD only, phone reception, biking, hiking, walking trails, 4WD trails, kids play park and coffee nearby. It's 2 hours from Adelaide, and reviews are overwhelmingly positive. Great for a weekend away!
Lot 15 Eclair Mine Rd, St. Ives, South Australia- ✓ Pets Allowed
- ✓ Toilets
- ✓ BBQ Areas
- ✓ Allotted Site
- ✓ Caravans
- ✓ Camper Trailers
- ✓ Independent
- ✓ Hike in
- ✓ 4WD only
- ✓ Firewood for sale
- ✓ Phone Reception
- ✓ Cabins Available
- ✓ Water (Non Drinking)
- ✓ Biking
- ✓ Hiking
- ✓ Walking Trails
- ✓ 4WD Trails
- ✓ Kids play park
- ✓ Organised kids activities
- ✓ Coffee Nearby
- ✓ Cafe onsite
- ✓ Allows fires
- ✓ Telstra 4G
- ✓ Optus 4G
#6 Fromms Farm
Located in the Barossa, Fromms Farm is the perfect destination for a weekend away. There are toilets, caravans, and camper trailers available, as well as a beautiful state forest and walking trails. A great feature is that you can have fires at the campsite, making it a perfect spot for a cosy evening. It's only a two-hour drive from Adelaide, so you can be there in no time!
Mueller Rd, Mount Crawford, South Australia- ✓ Toilets
- ✓ Caravans
- ✓ Camper Trailers
- ✓ State Forest
- ✓ Phone Reception
- ✓ Walking Trails
- ✓ Allows fires
- ✓ Telstra 4G
#5 Cromer Shed
Cromer Shed is a great spot to enjoy the outdoors. Located in the Barossa Valley, visitors can experience camping with their pets and stay in caravans, camper trailers and more. Take a walk on the walking trails and explore the nearby state forest. There are toilets available and fires are allowed (with restrictions). It's only two hours from Adelaide, so you can easily spend a weekend away. The reviews for Cromer Shed are positive, praising its convenience and peaceful atmosphere.
Mount Pleasant Loop Trail, Mount Crawford, South Australia- ✓ Pets Allowed
- ✓ Toilets
- ✓ Caravans
- ✓ Camper Trailers
- ✓ State Forest
- ✓ Phone Reception
- ✓ Water (Non Drinking)
- ✓ Walking Trails
- ✓ Allows fires
- ✓ Telstra 4G
- ✓ Optus 4G
#4 Chalks Camp
12 Ratings
Pets Allowed, Toilets and Caravans, Phone Reception, Walking Trails and Allows fires. 2 hours from Adelaide. New toilets, individual fire rings and some tree cover. Road noise from main road. Ranger visits regularly. Lots of camp sites, beautiful forest. Big fire pit and plenty of space between camp sites. Not allowed to light fires from Nov 1 to April 30, need to bring own fire wood and kindling. Facilities are just toilet and shelter, no drinking water or bins, take your rubbish home. Off grid camping.
Mt Crawford, South Australia- ✓ Pets Allowed
- ✓ Toilets
- ✓ Caravans
- ✓ Phone Reception
- ✓ Walking Trails
- ✓ Allows fires
- ✓ Telstra 4G
- ✓ Optus 4G
#3 Glenbarr Function & Camp Venue
Located in Fleurieu Peninsula, Glenbarr Function & Camp Venue offers a range of amenities, such as pets allowed, toilets, BBQ areas, powered sites, caravans, phone reception, cabins available, dump spot, laundry, walking trails, and allows fires. It is only two hours away from Adelaide, making it the perfect spot for a quick getaway. Various reviews have praised the venue for its clean and well-maintained facilities and its beautiful surroundings.
1400A Paris Creek Road, Strathalbyn, South Australia- ✓ Pets Allowed
- ✓ Toilets
- ✓ BBQ Areas
- ✓ Powered sites
- ✓ Caravans
- ✓ Phone Reception
- ✓ Cabins Available
- ✓ Dump Spot
- ✓ Laundry
- ✓ Walking Trails
- ✓ Allows fires
- ✓ Telstra 4G
- ✓ Optus 4G
#2 Chookarloo Campground
10 Ratings
Beautiful shaded spot with wide variety of campsites, fire pits, tables, and drop toilets. Book online for just $18 per night per vehicle. Nice place to relax and sit around a fire. Highly recommended! Great for solo camping. A few wet sites, but plenty of room to move.
Brookman Rd, Kuitpo, South Australia- ✓ Pets Allowed
- ✓ Toilets
- ✓ Caravans
- ✓ Camper Trailers
- ✓ Phone Reception
- ✓ Water (Non Drinking)
- ✓ Walking Trails
- ✓ Allows fires
- ✓ Telstra 4G
- ✓ Optus 4G
#1 Cudlee Creek Caravan Park
1 Rating
Pets are allowed at this Adelaide Hills caravan park, boasting powered sites, caravans, camper trailers, cabins, and a dump spot. Enjoy the BBQ areas, toilets, drinking water, phone reception and laundry. Kids can have fun on the playpark and walking trails. Have a memorable experience with your family, as fires are allowed. Just two hours from Adelaide, it's the perfect getaway! Reviews are generally positive.
2121 Gorge Rd, Cudlee Creek, South Australia- ✓ Pets Allowed
- ✓ Toilets
- ✓ Drinking Water
- ✓ BBQ Areas
- ✓ Powered sites
- ✓ Caravans
- ✓ Camper Trailers
- ✓ Phone Reception
- ✓ Cabins Available
- ✓ Dump Spot
- ✓ Laundry
- ✓ Walking Trails
- ✓ Kids play park
- ✓ Allows fires
- ✓ Optus 4G