| Location | Conondale, QLD (example site) |
|---|---|
| In Camps App | Yes – 15,500+ verified campsites across Australia |
We hear a lot of this: “You’re not camping! That’s caravanning!” or “It’s hard to call that camping in my opinion.”
I mean, really – who cares how you see Australia? The main thing is that you are experiencing our beautiful country!
When we take our caravan, we tell others we’re going camping. Same when we lapped with our kids in a motorhome, or travelled with friends with a camper trailer.
My Collins dictionary defines camping as: “to stay in a camp”.
Queensland Parks and Wildlife say: “To camp includes each of the following – to pitch, place or erect a tent, caravan or another structure that may be used for camping for the purpose of staying overnight by using the tent, caravan or structure.”
I loved a definition I saw in a few places, where people: “leave urban areas, their home region, or civilization and enjoy nature”.
Here’s how we define it at CAMPS AUSTRALIA WIDE:
What is Camping?
To stay overnight in a tent, roof top tent, camper trailer, campervan, motorhome, Big Rig, caravan, hybrid van, tray back, fifth wheeler or other structure at a campground or caravan park to enjoy nature and/or travel.
One thing we don’t do is judge how people travel. As long as you leave no trace (except donations) and follow time limits, then good on you. PLEASE help keep campgrounds open by making it easy for authorities or owners to maintain them.
In fact, we make it easier – with our symbols in our CAMPS App and camping guides for many of these camping types so you can easily identify which sites are suitable for your style of camping.
The beauty of camping is it doesn’t matter if you have an older car and a swag, or the latest Big Rig – we ALL see the same stars and experience the adventure of life on the road.
Hope to see you out there – and if you do – please say hello!
Oh, and here’s proof – we do pitch a tent occasionally!
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Frequently Asked Questions
What does Camps Australia Wide define as camping?
Camping is staying overnight in a tent, roof top tent, camper trailer, campervan, motorhome, Big Rig, caravan, hybrid van, tray back, fifth wheeler or other structure at a campground or caravan park to enjoy nature and/or travel.
Can I use the Camps App if I have a caravan?
Absolutely! The Camps App includes symbols for many camping types so you can easily identify which sites are suitable for caravans, motorhomes, Big Rigs and other vehicle setups.
Does it matter what type of camping setup I have?
Not at all! Whether you have an older car and a swag, or the latest Big Rig, you’ll see the same stars and experience the adventure of life on the road. Camps Australia Wide doesn’t judge how people travel.
How many campsites are in the Camps App?
The Camps App features over 15,500 verified campsites across Australia, built on 25+ years of experience.
What should I do to help keep campgrounds open?
Leave no trace (except donations), follow time limits, and make it easy for authorities or owners to maintain the sites. This helps ensure campgrounds remain open for everyone to enjoy.
Is the Camps App available for both iPhone and Android?
Yes, you can download the Camps App for iPhone/iPad or Android devices.
Can I find sites suitable for roof top tents in the Camps App?
Yes, the Camps App uses symbols to help you identify which sites are suitable for various camping styles including roof top tents, swags, and all other vehicle types.
Where was the example location mentioned in this article?
The article mentions Conondale in Queensland and Purnululu in Western Australia as example camping locations. Check the Camps App for current details on these and thousands more sites.
