Top 10 hike in campgrounds near Whale Beach, NSW
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Top 10 hike in campgrounds near Whale Beach, NSW

Located on the Northern Beaches of Sydney, Whale Beach is a beautiful coastal suburb known for its crystal blue waters, white sand and stunning views. Surrounded by lush bushland, it offers a peaceful escape from the hustle and bustle of city life. Stroll along the beachfront promenade, visit the local cafes and shops, or take a dip in the ocean – Whale Beach provides a perfect setting for a relaxing holiday.

#10 Ten Mile Hollow campground

Located in the beautiful Central Coast, Ten Mile Hollow campground is an excellent spot to explore nature. Enjoy free camping, with toilets, BBQ areas, and trails for both hiking and 4WDing. Fires are allowed, making it the perfect spot for a peaceful evening. Plus, it's only a two-hour drive from Sydney! Reviews have been great, with visitors praising the peaceful atmosphere and stunning views.

Donnys Track, Upper Mangrove, New South Wales Get directions
  • ✓ Free
  • ✓ Toilets
  • ✓ BBQ Areas
  • ✓ National Parks
  • ✓ Hike in
  • ✓ Phone Reception
  • ✓ 4WD Trails
  • ✓ Allows fires
  • ✓ Telstra 4G
  • ✓ Optus 4G
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#9 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 Get directions
  • ✓ Toilets
  • ✓ BBQ Areas
  • ✓ Allotted Site
  • ✓ National Parks
  • ✓ Hike in
  • ✓ Allows fires
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#8 Bob Turners Track Campground

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Sydney's Bob Turners Track Campground offers an ideal setting for a peaceful getaway. It's a short walk to the car and nearby national parks, and features hiking trails and a swimming spot. Enjoy roasting marshmallows over a campfire and taking in nature's beauty. The campground also boasts non-drinking water sources, making it a great place to stay. Reviews are positive, with visitors praising its convenient location, beautiful scenery, and friendly staff.

New South Wales Get directions
  • ✓ Short walk to car
  • ✓ National Parks
  • ✓ Hike in
  • ✓ Water (Non Drinking)
  • ✓ Walking Trails
  • ✓ Swimming
  • ✓ Allows fires
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#7 North Era campground

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Beautiful views, peaceful waves, no fires allowed. Drop toilets only, no water on site. Great coastal walk midweek, lovely and peaceful. Well maintained toilets, bring own water. Incredible hike from lookout, peaceful and private. Perfect for a camping getaway.

Garie Beach Rd, Lilyvale NSW 2508, Get directions
  • ✓ Toilets
  • ✓ Allotted Site
  • ✓ National Parks
  • ✓ Hike in
  • ✓ Phone Reception
  • ✓ Walking Trails
  • ✓ Swimming
  • ✓ Telstra 4G
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#6 Little Beach campground

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Enjoy the stunning views of cliffs and ocean, explore the rock pools and look for rock wallabies at dusk. BBQ facilities and picnic shelters available. Allotted sites and hikes in. Pit toilets in decent condition. Two-hour drive from Sydney. Fishing, walking trails and swimming. Bring a cart for your tent and sleeping gear as the 800m walk from car park is hilly. Epic surf break and serenity!

The Bouddi Trail, Bouddi, Gosford NSW 2250 Get directions
  • ✓ Toilets
  • ✓ BBQ Areas
  • ✓ Allotted Site
  • ✓ National Parks
  • ✓ Hike in
  • ✓ Phone Reception
  • ✓ Fishing
  • ✓ Walking Trails
  • ✓ Swimming
  • ✓ Telstra 4G
  • ✓ Optus 4G
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#5 Cattai National Park campground

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Beautiful location with lots of wildlife and great fishing on the Hawkesbury River. Hot showers and toilets, plenty of tables and taps, fire pits and BBQs. Campers can bring tents, swags, caravans, or camper trailers. National Park vehicle pass is $16, and camping is $12 per person. Clean showers and toilets, spacious campsites and swimming nearby. Kookaburras in the morning. Please clean up after yourself and put food away. Fire ban may be in place, so call before hand. Nice place for families.

Cattai Road Cattai campground Pitt Town NSW 2756 Get directions
  • ✓ Toilets
  • ✓ BBQ Areas
  • ✓ Next to car
  • ✓ Caravans
  • ✓ Camper Trailers
  • ✓ National Parks
  • ✓ Hike in
  • ✓ Car
  • ✓ Disabled Access
  • ✓ Showers
  • ✓ Phone Reception
  • ✓ Walking Trails
  • ✓ Allows fires
  • ✓ Telstra 4G
  • ✓ Optus 4G
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#4 Bents Basin campground

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Beautiful drive through Mulgoa and Wallacia with 12pm check in. Lovely spot to set up camp with fire pits and plenty of kindling. Hot showers and flushable toilets available. Spot kangaroos, kookaburras and ducks as you walk down the trail. Nearby lake with a rush of water through rocks into the lake. Pink and purple sky coming over the mountains in the morning. Unspectacular campground, but big and not crowded. Fires allowed. Waterville nearby for swimming. Lookout back over Sydney. Undercover area if weather bad. Kitchen with fridge for larger groups. Clean toilets and showers with hot water.

525 Wolstenholme Ave, Greendale NSW 2745 Get directions
  • ✓ Toilets
  • ✓ Drinking Water
  • ✓ BBQ Areas
  • ✓ Next to car
  • ✓ Short walk to car
  • ✓ Caravans
  • ✓ Camper Trailers
  • ✓ National Parks
  • ✓ Hike in
  • ✓ Car
  • ✓ Disabled Access
  • ✓ Firewood for sale
  • ✓ Showers
  • ✓ Phone Reception
  • ✓ Garbage
  • ✓ Hiking
  • ✓ Fishing
  • ✓ Walking Trails
  • ✓ Swimming
  • ✓ Allows fires
  • ✓ Telstra 4G
  • ✓ Optus 4G
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#3 Bents Basin State Conservation Area

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A tranquil oasis in Sydney, Bents Basin is perfect for a day trip or weekend away. The area has all the amenities you need, such as toilets, drinking water, BBQ areas, and caravans and camper trailers. There are also plenty of activities, like fishing, walking trails, swimming and even allowing fires. All this, and it's only two hours from Sydney! Reviewers say it's a beautiful place, and very good.

525 Wolstenholme Ave, Greendale, New South Wales Get directions
  • ✓ Toilets
  • ✓ Drinking Water
  • ✓ BBQ Areas
  • ✓ Next to car
  • ✓ Caravans
  • ✓ Caravans
  • ✓ Camper Trailers
  • ✓ National Parks
  • ✓ Hike in
  • ✓ Car
  • ✓ Disabled Access
  • ✓ Firewood for sale
  • ✓ Phone Reception
  • ✓ Garbage
  • ✓ Hiking
  • ✓ Fishing
  • ✓ Walking Trails
  • ✓ Swimming
  • ✓ Allows fires
  • ✓ Telstra 4G
  • ✓ Optus 4G
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#2 Heartbreak Hill campground

Located in New South Wales, Heartbreak Hill campground is the perfect spot for a weekend away. With free access, toilets, BBQ areas, and hike in national parks, you can enjoy a peaceful getaway surrounded by nature. The campground offers a great view of the nearby hills, making it a great place to relax and take in the scenery. Reviews of the campground have been overwhelmingly positive, praising its peaceful atmosphere and convenient facilities. For an escape from the everyday hustle and bustle, come to Heartbreak Hill campground.

Parr State Conservation Area Get directions
  • ✓ Free
  • ✓ Toilets
  • ✓ BBQ Areas
  • ✓ National Parks
  • ✓ Hike in
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#1 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 Get directions
  • ✓ 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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