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Boolaboola Parking Area – image Sue McKee One of our great camps spots thanks to you guys. “This spot was about 62ks east of Madura WA. We are travelling from Snowtown in SA and heading west, then up to the Kimberleys across to Cairns and Port Douglas, back down to Rockhampton to cross over to Longreach, down to Lightning Ridge, over to Broken Hill and head back home….we’ve only got 4 months so if by the time we get to Katherine we may head to Longreach and do Cairns etc. or extensively next year. Travelling with my husband who has
Queensland’s Byfield Campstay has now changed hands and is being rebranded to Forest Fields Campstay. Come to an oasis-like ‘Garden of Eden’ set amid the towering rainforested hills of family owned property, Middle Earth for visitors who favour a laid back camping experience. The grounds have been planted out with many varieties of edible fruits and vegetables, which campers are welcome to sample. The surrounding bush features a wide selection of native flora and fauna, including the rare Byfield fern (Bowenia serrulata) and the spectacular Wompoo pigeon. Byfield Campstay is peaceful and private and is a perfect base from which
Images courtesy Debbie & George Pauly Gum Tree Lodge and Bush Camp has been designed for the over 50’s traveller. If that fits you, then it might be the perfect spot for your next getaway. They have 40 powered sites and plenty of unpowered sites spanning 40 acres. Located just off the highway north of Maryborough, it’s around 20 minutes to Hervey Bay, Childers and Burrum Heads. It’s a peaceful getaway for self-contained caravan or motorhomes. It is pet friendly, has a dump point, fire pits (with wood provided), there’s walking tracks through the bush. Check out the deck sites
Deborah Knight 2GB 873 – Sydney Talk Radio CAMPS AUSTRALIA WIDE owner, Heatley Gilmore chatted to Sydney Radio celebrity, Deborah Knight from 2GB 873 – Sydney Talk Radio . He reassured listeners that if you want to camp for free, than you don’t have to camp illegally. The CAMPS 11 book and the Camps Australia Wide App offer all types of camping choices. Because we check with authorities, you know that they are verified sites, where you won’t be fined. Conditions can change, so we do obey any regulatory signs. In fact, CAMPS 11 lists about 5000 free and budget
We have just listed a new budget camp area at 20 Showground Rd, Ganmain, 57 km north west of Wagga Wagga, or 46 km east of Narrandera. Call on arrival. Add it to your books – map reference: 69 C13. Ganmain is a small, quiet town in the Riverina known as the Sheaf Hay Centre of Australia, set in a beautiful district. The showground provides clean and well-maintained facitlities on a large, open grassy area. Great food and cold beer can be found at the Ganmain Hotel, and there is a chemist, newsagent, craft shop and petrol station. Visitors must
That’s the name of one of our newest listings. Named because you’ll be camping on the banks of Yabba Creek at the Crossing Number One. Only 3 km out of Imbil, in the Mary Valley, Queensland – if you reach the crossing, you’ve gone too far. Owners, Lian
A big thanks to Rob Jeffrey, who describes himself as a Grey Nomad, for this campground update and photos: Another low cost camp no longer as it was.
Have you a great freedom or budget camp image? Similar to this one pictured – but with people in it! Our CAMPS books list free camps, farm and station stays, show grounds, RV parking areas at pubs, national parks, forest reserves and more. So there are many choices for your photo selection. If you would like your photo in our future books – then please email your image to info@campsaustraliawide.com showing people enjoying a freedom or budget camp with caravan or motorhome and a great view in the background located in Australia your name and contact details high resolution anyone can
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