| At a Glance | |
|---|---|
| Cost | Varies by site – from FREE to $10/night |
| Location | Multiple locations across Australia (WA, QLD, TAS, NSW, NT) |
| Pet Friendly | 8 out of 10 sites are pet-friendly |
| Campfires | See Camps App |
| Facilities | Varies – some have bins, most are self-contained only |
| Vehicle Access | Some 4WD only (Carawine Gorge, Steep Point) |
| In Camps App | Yes – all featured in NEW Camps 13 |
We hope you’re chilling somewhere nice and cool for your summer break, and that you are camping, not back at work!
The CAMPS office opens back up today after our summer time, and we’re gifting you 10 jaw-dropping locations around Australia. All but two are pet-friendly and they all just happen to be featured in the NEW Camps 13!
Of course you’ll find loads more sites in your Camps guides and Camps App – like front cover Camooweal Billabongs, Queensland, and WA beauties: back cover Quondong Point Kardilakan, (see the video) and Winderabandi Campground Ningaloo pictured on page 5 and above.
Update 2026: The rangers will allow you to be there strictly 72 hours only.
Get on the road with your CAMPS 13 now!
At just $10/night, CAMPS Ambassadors @vikkiandlocky’s favourite campsite at Ningaloo is South Lefroy. See why! Find it on page 3 of your Camps 13 guide.
Update: parking is no longer on the grassed area at Honeysuckle Banks, TAS (page 7) due to vandalism. Gravel, pet friendly and self-contained only…Find it in the CAMPS App.
Carawine Gorge, WA is featured in the inset of page 1. It’s free, waterside, pet friendly and 4WD only – 2 hours east of Marble Bar. Check it out…
Brumby Encounter
National Park site Three Mile Dam Camp is near Selwyn Ski Fields at Kiandra, NSW (page 9). We had a swim, and yes, it does snow here.
No pets but check out our near miss with a Brumby…
Check out page 14 of your Camps13 guide, or the video here by Adams Family Travels. You can’t go further west on the Aussie mainland! No pets…
Point Howard Lookout was snapped by @vikkiandlocky (page 1). They said “Amazing dog-friendly free camp for the West Macdonnell Ranges…”
“A few sites with great views of the ranges, bins available, no phone service, and no facilities. Flies were fierce all day.” See more reviews in the CAMPS App!
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Frequently Asked Questions
Are all of these campsites pet-friendly?
No, 8 out of the 10 featured campsites are pet-friendly. Sites that don’t allow pets include Steep Point, WA and Three Mile Dam Camp near Kiandra, NSW.
How much do these campsites cost?
Costs vary by location. Some are completely free (like Carawine Gorge, WA and Point Howard Lookout, NT), while others like South Lefroy at Ningaloo charge just $10/night. Check the Camps App for current pricing details.
Do I need a 4WD to access these sites?
Some sites require 4WD access, including Carawine Gorge (2 hours east of Marble Bar) and Steep Point. For specific vehicle requirements at other locations, check the Camps App for current details.
What facilities are available at these campsites?
Facilities vary significantly. Point Howard Lookout has bins but no other facilities. Some sites like Honeysuckle Banks, TAS are self-contained only. Check the Camps App for current details on each specific location.
How long can I stay at Winderabandi Campground Ningaloo?
As of the 2026 update, rangers will allow you to stay at Winderabandi Campground strictly for 72 hours only.
Can I still camp on the grass at Honeysuckle Banks, Tasmania?
No, there’s an important update: parking is no longer on the grassed area at Honeysuckle Banks due to vandalism. It’s now gravel only, pet friendly and self-contained only.
Where can I find these campsites?
All 10 campsites are featured in the NEW Camps 13 guide with specific page references provided. You can also find them with full details in the Camps Australia Wide App.
Is there mobile phone coverage at these remote campsites?
Phone service varies by location. Point Howard Lookout specifically has no phone service. For other sites, check the Camps App for current details on connectivity.
