South Australia is known for its long summers, wine, sparkling beaches and outback sites such as Coober Pedy. If you are planning on going on a road trip through the state you will also find a range of historical sites and townships.
There are plenty of free campsites in SA where you can take a much needed rest, explore and recharge for the next leg of your journey. Below are just a few that you might like to add to your itinerary.
Worlds End Gorge Campground
As a favourite SA camping ground you can expect a lot of company here during holiday periods. The large gum trees provide lots of shade and the nearby creek is great for your family to have a go at yabbying or just to relax. There is plenty of room for everyone and, although the area is an open paddock, chances are you will be able to set up away from others if you want some privacy. Facilities are limited and you will need to bring your own drinking water.
Where: 26 km South East of Burra.
Pet Friendly: Yes
Toilets: Yes
Shade: Limited
Shower: No
Water: No
Fire: Yes
Caravan and Big Rig: Yes
Mobile Reception: No
Directions: Turn South off Burra-Morgan Road 16 km South East of Burra onto Robertstown Road for 10 km, then Wester for 2 km.
Terowie Railway Yard
Terowie, South Australia, is a township rich with historical significance and interesting sites. The area has a large number of untouched 19th Century buildings that are both charming and intriguing for visitors. Main Street is lined with historical buildings that make you feel like you have gone back in time and signs around the old railway yards and throughout the town provide you with information about them. If you want you can even get keys from the Cafe to see some of the historical displays in the buildings. The camp site is mostly open with no shade but the grass is flat there is plenty of space. Although it’s a quiet town the locals are very friendly.
Where: Terowie, old railway siding.
Pet Friendly: Yes
Toilets: Located in Main Street
Shade: Yes
Shower: No
Water: No
Fire: No
Caravan and Big Rig: Yes
Mobile Reception: Yes
Murtho Forest Landing
Located 10 minutes from Paringa, this camping spot offers shade and great camping on the banks of the Murray River. There is a beautiful lookout close by and also a lot of decent fishing spots along the banks where campers are known to catch Callop, Carp, Yabbies and Golden Perch. If you go walk about you will most likely see a variety of wildlife such as pelicans, wrens, kangaroos and rosellas. In the warmer months you might even come across a snake, so keep an eye out to make sure you don’t get an unpleasant surprise. Don’t miss the lookout just outside the entrance – it has a beautiful view of the red hills and river.
Where: 17 km North East of Paringa, South Australia.
Pet Friendly: Yes
Toilets: No
Shade: Yes
Shower: No
Water: No
Fire: No
Caravan and Big Rig: Yes
Mobile Reception: No
Directions: Access camp site via Paringa-Murtho Road & Headings Road. Drive 4 km on dirt road and you will find it beside the river.
Kingston SE Jetty Parking Area
Kingston SE Jetty Parking Area, SA, is a spacious site located right next to the sea. There is plenty of room for people to go fishing on the long jetty and a BBQ and picnic area where you can fry your catch. If you come up empty handed there is always the pubs and fish & chip shop close by. Unfortunately this camp site only allows self contained vehicles, so if you are camping in a tent you will need to look elsewhere. The fresh sea air and kind locals make the stay very pleasant.
Where: Kingston SE Jetty.
Pet Friendly: Yes
Toilets: Yes
Shade: Yes
Shower: Yes
Picnic Area: Yes
Fire: No
Caravan and Big Rig: Yes
Maximum Stay: 24 hours
Note:Self contained vehicles only (no tents).
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