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 Walpole, 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 Old Shannon MIll Campground
4 Ratings
Located in Australia's South West, the campground offers a range of amenities including toilets, BBQ areas, caravans, camper trailers, cabins and a dump spot. There are also walking trails and you can have fires. On arrival, we found only one other camper and chose a site in the older part as it was surrounded by trees and provided shade. The bathrooms are nearby and have showers (water isn't potable). Generators are allowed between 8am and 8pm. We had a great time and are looking forward to returning for a winter trip.
Corner Lower Shannon Rd, Western Australia- ✓ Toilets
- ✓ BBQ Areas
- ✓ Caravans
- ✓ Camper Trailers
- ✓ National Parks
- ✓ Phone Reception
- ✓ Cabins Available
- ✓ Dump Spot
- ✓ Walking Trails
- ✓ Allows fires
- ✓ Telstra 4G
#9 Parry Beach
14 Ratings
Lovely spot for camping with beach access. Clean amenities with hot showers and solar showers. Semi-private campsites surrounded by trees. Cash only, $17/night. Quiet and reserved, great for a peaceful getaway. Highly recommend!
Parrys Rd, Parryville, Western Australia- ✓ Pets Allowed
- ✓ Toilets
- ✓ BBQ Areas
- ✓ Caravans
- ✓ Camper Trailers
- ✓ Boat Ramp Nearby
- ✓ Phone Reception
- ✓ Water (Non Drinking)
- ✓ Fishing
- ✓ Walking Trails
- ✓ Swimming
- ✓ 4WD Trails
- ✓ Allows fires
- ✓ Telstra 4G
- ✓ Optus 4G
#8 Boat Harbour Camp
4 Ratings
A great spot for a night or two, Boat Harbour Camp is nestled amongst a beautiful nature reserve. Only $15 per person gets you a site with a fire pit. The facilities are great - toilets, drinking water, BBQ areas and phone reception. There's also cabins available and 4WD trails to explore. The hosts are very friendly and welcoming, making it a perfect spot for a break. Highly recommended!
171 Boat Harbour Rd, Parryville, Western Australia- ✓ Pets Allowed
- ✓ Toilets
- ✓ Drinking Water
- ✓ BBQ Areas
- ✓ Powered sites
- ✓ Caravans
- ✓ Camper Trailers
- ✓ Phone Reception
- ✓ Cabins Available
- ✓ 4WD Trails
- ✓ Allows fires
- ✓ Telstra 4G
- ✓ Optus 4G
#7 Fernhook Falls Campground
2 Ratings
Wonderful camping spot with plenty of amenities - toilets, drinking water, BBQ areas, caravans, camper trailers, and national parks nearby. Enjoy a variety of activities, including walking trails, swimming, and campfires. Cabins available with fireplace, picnic tables, and bunk beds. Highly rated by visitors - a great place to stay!
North Walpole, Western Australia- ✓ Toilets
- ✓ Drinking Water
- ✓ BBQ Areas
- ✓ Caravans
- ✓ Camper Trailers
- ✓ National Parks
- ✓ Walking Trails
- ✓ Swimming
- ✓ Allows fires
#6 Peaceful Bay Caravan Park
12 Ratings
Peaceful Bay Caravan Park is the perfect spot for a family getaway! With 17 acres of lush grass, it's right across from the beach and has plenty of facilities like toilets, BBQ areas, showers, and laundry. There's plenty to do, with fishing, hiking, biking and 4WD trails, plus a play park for the kids. The staff are friendly and the fish and chips are a must-try! Enjoy a campfire with the firewood for sale, or explore the nearby boat ramp and 4WD beach driving. Plus, pets are allowed! A great spot for a peaceful break.
Peaceful Bay Road, Peaceful Bay, Western Australia, 6333, AU- ✓ Pets Allowed
- ✓ Toilets
- ✓ Drinking Water
- ✓ BBQ Areas
- ✓ Powered sites
- ✓ Next to car
- ✓ Caravans
- ✓ Camper Trailers
- ✓ Hike in
- ✓ Car
- ✓ 4WD only
- ✓ Disabled Access
- ✓ Firewood for sale
- ✓ Showers
- ✓ Boat Ramp Nearby
- ✓ Phone Reception
- ✓ Dump Spot
- ✓ Garbage
- ✓ Laundry
- ✓ Biking
- ✓ Hiking
- ✓ Fishing
- ✓ Walking Trails
- ✓ Swimming
- ✓ 4WD Trails
- ✓ Kids play park
- ✓ Boat Cleaning Facilities
- ✓ Cafe onsite
- ✓ 4WD beach driving
- ✓ Allows fires
- ✓ Telstra 4G
#5 Ayr Sailean
6 Ratings
Pets allowed, toilets, drinking water, BBQ areas, powered sites, caravans, camper trailers, phone reception, cabins, dump spot, water (non-drinking), laundry, walking trails, 4WD trails, kids play park, allows fires. An absolute gem with beautiful property, camp kitchen, spotless showers/toilets and a free washing machine. Fire pits provided free of charge and wood only $7. Owners are lovely and provide an enjoyable, low cost place to stay while exploring the area. Quiet, great close amenities, grassed sites, fire pits, camp kitchen and amazing views. Highly recommended.
21 Tindale Rd, Bow Bridge, Western Australia- ✓ Pets Allowed
- ✓ Toilets
- ✓ Drinking Water
- ✓ BBQ Areas
- ✓ Powered sites
- ✓ Caravans
- ✓ Camper Trailers
- ✓ Cabins Available
- ✓ Dump Spot
- ✓ Water (Non Drinking)
- ✓ Laundry
- ✓ Walking Trails
- ✓ 4WD Trails
- ✓ Kids play park
- ✓ Allows fires
#4 Banksia Camp Site
8 Ratings
A spectacular beach and basic facilities make this remote campsite a great spot. 4WD access only, shady areas for tents, and cabin facilities are available. Fishing, walking trails and 4WD trails are on offer as well as National Parks nearby. Swimming is possible in hidden rock pools, but rips can be intense. Fires are allowed.
Broke, Western Australia- ✓ Toilets
- ✓ Drinking Water
- ✓ Camper Trailers
- ✓ National Parks
- ✓ Phone Reception
- ✓ Fishing
- ✓ Walking Trails
- ✓ Swimming
- ✓ 4WD Trails
- ✓ Allows fires
#3 Centre Road Crossing Campsite
4 Ratings
A peaceful spot near a river, Centre Road Crossing Campsite offers free access, toilets, camper trailers, and access to the state forest. Non-drinking water is also available and fires are permitted. 4x4 vehicles can take you further into the park, while 2WD vehicles can handle the dirt road. A great spot for a photography getaway, the campground is well-maintained with a bush loo. Get away from it all here!
Centre Rd, North Walpole, Western Australia- ✓ Free
- ✓ Toilets
- ✓ Camper Trailers
- ✓ State Forest
- ✓ Water (Non Drinking)
- ✓ Allows fires
#2 Crystal Springs (D'Entrecasteaux NP)
1 Rating
Crystal Springs is a stunning national park located in Australia's South West. With a variety of activities to enjoy, ranging from swimming, camping and barbecuing, to bird watching and bushwalking, this park offers something for everyone. Facilities include toilets, drinking water, BBQ areas and camper trailers. Fires are allowed, making it the perfect spot to relax and unwind. Reviews are overwhelmingly positive, with many visitors praising the scenery, and wildlife, as well as the peaceful atmosphere.
Mandalay Beach Rd, Broke, Western Australia- ✓ Toilets
- ✓ Drinking Water
- ✓ Camper Trailers
- ✓ National Parks
- ✓ Phone Reception
- ✓ Swimming
- ✓ 4WD Trails
- ✓ Allows fires
- ✓ Telstra 4G
#1 Coalmine Beach Holiday Park
8 Ratings
Set on an inlet and sheltered by trees, Coalmine Beach is a great spot for a getaway. Enjoy powered sites, cabins and caravans, all with amenities like hot showers and laundry. Fish, swim, and explore the walking trails, then relax in the camp kitchen or watch a free outdoor cinema under the gum trees. Affordable, peaceful and with a kids play park, it's perfect for a family break.
2515 Coalmine Beach Road/ Knoll drive, WALPOLE WA 6398- ✓ Toilets
- ✓ Drinking Water
- ✓ BBQ Areas
- ✓ Powered sites
- ✓ Caravans
- ✓ Camper Trailers
- ✓ Boat Ramp Nearby
- ✓ Phone Reception
- ✓ Cabins Available
- ✓ Dump Spot
- ✓ Laundry
- ✓ Fishing
- ✓ Walking Trails
- ✓ Swimming
- ✓ Kids play park
- ✓ Allows fires
- ✓ Top Parks
- ✓ Telstra 4G
- ✓ Optus 4G