Bring the kids, bring the dog, and make the most of the school holidays!
School holidays are kicking off around Australia, starting in the NT on June 20, followed by Queensland, Victoria and the rest of the country in July.
Whether you’re planning a beach escape, a family road trip, a dog-friendly adventure along the Gibb River Road or looking for free camps to keep costs down, we’ve gathered plenty of ideas to help you get away.
We’ve also included important NSW camping fee changes, site updates and a special plea from one iconic outback pub that relies on travellers stopping by.
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Find this NEW QLD farmstay, Calm the Farm, Gympie in the CAMPS AUSTRALIA WIDE App, and all these other sites there and the Camps 13, CAMPSPendium 2 or Caravan Parks 7 guides.
July 1 brings changes for NSW National Park site fees ($$$, don’t get us started) – but there IS some good news for campers…
Yes, you can camp along the Gibb River Road with a dog. Here’s CAMPS Ambassadors, Vikki and Locky’s GRR trip…
Try Free Camps
As camping costs rise in some areas, one iconic outback pub is encouraging travellers to use the nearby free camp and drop in for a meal, a drink or a chat. It’s a reminder that supporting small communities keeps these places alive for future travellers.
NSW’s Tilpa Hotel is right across the road from Tilpa Flats. Free camps like it make school hols more affordable and the publicans would love you to come visit and has a deal for CAMPS travellers!
Corindi Beach Reserve, NSW has one price for the whole fam, a cool shower room for families…and there’s a beachfront caravan park in town.
In case you missed it, here it is again changes to sites for your CAMPS guides. Grab your pen and look it over (all are updated in the CAMPS App)…
I’ve been told to bring cardboard next time for the Yambuk slide in VIC! Great camping options nearby (winter a great time to see the nearby Great Ocean Road!)
Check out this funny, and tell us if you agree!
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