10 fantastic campgrounds with swimming near West MacDonnell National Park, NT
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10 fantastic campgrounds with swimming near West MacDonnell National Park, NT

West MacDonnell National Park is a stunning and diverse park, stretching over 200 kilometres. It is home to an array of wildlife, from tiny marsupials to soaring birds of prey. Visitors can explore the park's breathtaking gorges, waterholes and desert landscapes, or take a dip in the refreshing natural pools. With a range of walking trails, camping sites and 4WD tracks, the park offers something for everyone.

#10 Wintersun Cabin & Caravan Park

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Alice Springs caravan park offering powered sites, caravans, cabins, and camper trailers. Toilets, drinking water, BBQ areas, phone reception, dump spot, laundry, and swimming. Enjoy the peaceful atmosphere and friendly staff, with shops and sights nearby. Highly rated by Top Parks.

North Stuart Highway & Head Street, Alice Springs, Northern Territory, 0870, AU Get directions
  • ✓ Toilets
  • ✓ Drinking Water
  • ✓ BBQ Areas
  • ✓ Powered sites
  • ✓ Caravans
  • ✓ Camper Trailers
  • ✓ Phone Reception
  • ✓ Cabins Available
  • ✓ Dump Spot
  • ✓ Laundry
  • ✓ Swimming
  • ✓ Top Parks
  • ✓ Optus 4G
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#9 Heritage Caravan Park

Pets welcome at Heritage Caravan Park, with powered sites and cabins available. Toilets, drinking water and phone reception available. Dump spot and laundry onsite, plus a swimming pool and kids play park. Reviews are very positive, with guests praising the friendly staff, great facilities and convenient location.

40 Ragonesi Rd, Alice Springs, Northern Territory, 0870, AU Get directions
  • ✓ Pets Allowed
  • ✓ Toilets
  • ✓ Drinking Water
  • ✓ Powered sites
  • ✓ Caravans
  • ✓ Camper Trailers
  • ✓ Phone Reception
  • ✓ Cabins Available
  • ✓ Dump Spot
  • ✓ Laundry
  • ✓ Swimming
  • ✓ Kids play park
  • ✓ Telstra 4G
  • ✓ Optus 4G
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#8 Discovery Parks - Alice Springs

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This park has everything you need for a perfect holiday! Welcoming staff and large sites, with clean toilets and hot showers. Great for vans, tents, and a variety of cabins. There are six camp kitchens, plenty of amenities blocks, and a huge jumping castle for the kids. Plus, there are plenty of activities such as a waterslide and walking trails. Highly recommended!

23 Palm Circuit, Alice Springs, Northern Territory, 0870, AU Get directions
  • ✓ Toilets
  • ✓ Drinking Water
  • ✓ BBQ Areas
  • ✓ Powered sites
  • ✓ Caravans
  • ✓ Camper Trailers
  • ✓ Phone Reception
  • ✓ Cabins Available
  • ✓ Dump Spot
  • ✓ Laundry
  • ✓ Walking Trails
  • ✓ Swimming
  • ✓ Kids play park
  • ✓ Discovery Holiday Parks
  • ✓ Telstra 4G
  • ✓ Optus 4G
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#7 Campground at Gap View Hotel

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Gap View Hotel offers a great camping experience in Alice Springs! With pets allowed, toilets, drinking water, BBQ areas, powered sites, caravans, camper trailers, phone reception and laundry, it's perfect for a relaxing getaway. The pool area is great, and the hotel serves delicious meals. Highly recommended!

123 Gap Rd, Alice Springs, Northern Territory Get directions
  • ✓ Pets Allowed
  • ✓ Toilets
  • ✓ Drinking Water
  • ✓ BBQ Areas
  • ✓ Powered sites
  • ✓ Caravans
  • ✓ Camper Trailers
  • ✓ Phone Reception
  • ✓ Laundry
  • ✓ Swimming
  • ✓ Telstra 4G
  • ✓ Optus 4G
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#6 G'Day Mate Tourist Park

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This Alice Springs campground is highly recommended, with amenities and grounds that are kept clean and tidy. Washing machines and dryers cost $4 per load ($2 coins). The staff are friendly and gates close at 6pm, after which you need to use codes. No pets allowed, making it a 5 star experience. A great place to stay if you're in Alice Springs!

Palm Circ, Alice Springs, Northern Territory Get directions
  • ✓ Toilets
  • ✓ Drinking Water
  • ✓ BBQ Areas
  • ✓ Powered sites
  • ✓ Caravans
  • ✓ Camper Trailers
  • ✓ Independent
  • ✓ Car
  • ✓ Showers
  • ✓ Phone Reception
  • ✓ Cabins Available
  • ✓ Dump Spot
  • ✓ Laundry
  • ✓ Swimming
  • ✓ Telstra 4G
  • ✓ Optus 4G
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#5 Alice Springs Tourist Park

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This place is great - gated security, terrific facilities, good rate for unpowered sites, best camp kitchen seen, good showers, laundry and toilets, lots of trees and shade, plenty of grass on sites, and helpful and friendly staff. Pets allowed, BBQ areas, cabins available, dump spot, swimming and kids play park. Highly recommended!

70 Larapinta Drive, Alice Springs, Northern Territory, 0870, AU Get directions
  • ✓ Pets Allowed
  • ✓ Toilets
  • ✓ Drinking Water
  • ✓ BBQ Areas
  • ✓ Powered sites
  • ✓ Caravans
  • ✓ Camper Trailers
  • ✓ Phone Reception
  • ✓ Cabins Available
  • ✓ Dump Spot
  • ✓ Laundry
  • ✓ Swimming
  • ✓ Kids play park
  • ✓ Family Parks
  • ✓ Telstra 4G
  • ✓ Optus 4G
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#4 Ormiston Gorge Camping

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Located in the stunning MacDonnell Ranges, Ormiston Gorge Camping offers the perfect spot for an outdoor adventure. With beautiful scenery, panoramic views, and plenty of activities on offer, including bushwalking, swimming and BBQ areas, it's the perfect spot for a family getaway. Toilets, caravans, camper trailers and non-drinking water are also available. With its convenient location, excellent facilities and stunning natural beauty, Ormiston Gorge Camping is an ideal spot for an unforgettable experience.

Ormiston Gorge Access, Mount Zeil, Northern Territory Get directions
  • ✓ Toilets
  • ✓ BBQ Areas
  • ✓ Caravans
  • ✓ Camper Trailers
  • ✓ National Parks
  • ✓ Water (Non Drinking)
  • ✓ Walking Trails
  • ✓ Swimming
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#3 Redbank Waterhole Camping

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Redbank Waterhole Camping is a great spot for those who love to explore the outdoors and bring along their furry friends. Located in the MacDonnell region, it's got plenty of amenities to make your stay comfortable. Free camping, camper trailers, swimming, and 4WD trails make it a great spot for adventurers. Fire pits are also allowed, so you can enjoy a night of star-gazing or roasting marshmallows. The water is non-drinking, but it's perfect for a refreshing dip. Its secluded location and breathtaking views of the rugged landscape make Redbank Waterhole Camping a great spot for a peaceful getaway.

Owen Springs Reserve, Northern Territory Get directions
  • ✓ Pets Allowed
  • ✓ Free
  • ✓ Camper Trailers
  • ✓ Water (Non Drinking)
  • ✓ Swimming
  • ✓ 4WD Trails
  • ✓ Allows fires
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#2 Ellery Creek Big Hole Campground

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This campground offers a great escape from the summer heat. The creek is perfect for swimming, and there's plenty of shade under the trees. The campsites feature elevated platforms for tents, plus there are free BBQs and fire pits. Flushing toilets are provided and are kept clean. There's also a carpark for those who don't have a tent or caravan. With its National Park setting, walking trails, and non-drinking water, this is the ideal spot for a peaceful getaway.

90km W of Alice Springs Namatjira Dr, 2km Off Dirt Rd, Northern Territory Get directions
  • ✓ Toilets
  • ✓ BBQ Areas
  • ✓ Caravans
  • ✓ Camper Trailers
  • ✓ National Parks
  • ✓ Water (Non Drinking)
  • ✓ Walking Trails
  • ✓ Swimming
  • ✓ Allows fires
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#1 Reedy Waterhole

A hidden gem off the beaten track, Reedy Waterhole is a great spot to cool off and explore the MacDonnell region. The free swimming is refreshing and the 4WD trails are perfect for adventure seekers. The area is home to plenty of wildlife and the views are spectacular. You can even camp here and enjoy the stars at night. It's definitely worth a visit!

Northern Territory Get directions
  • ✓ Free
  • ✓ Swimming
  • ✓ 4WD Trails
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