Tasmania

For those seeking a low-cost option, Stanley Recreational Campground is your spot. In the shadow of The Nut, this wide-open campground allows you to explore Stanley and its iconic geographical feature. You have the option to tackle the walk up The Nut or take the chairlift up. In addition to exploring Stanley and The Nut,

Black River Campsite at Peggs Beach Conservation Area offers calm river reflections and wild coastal views on the Tassie north coast. Located halfway between Stanley and Smithton, this expansive reserve offers the best of both worlds: sheltered, tree-lined sites along the riverbanks and more exposed, vista-heavy spots overlooking the Bass Strait. This site provides a

If you are looking for a peaceful and incredibly affordable camp just 20 minutes inland from Burnie, Ridgley Campground is a great option for those traversing Tasmania’s North West. Found behind the football oval and bowls club, this low-cost site offers a rustic site that feels worlds away from the industrial hum of the coast.

Deloraine RV Rest Area is a great low-cost stop for those exploring the Great Western Tiers. Located on the edge of this historic riverside town, the rest area offers a large, level grassy area with plenty of room to unhitch. It is the ultimate “hub” for those transitioning between the Devonport ferry and the highlands,

Freycinet Golf Club Campground (often called “Fairways“) is a strategic gem in Coles Bay. Found just 10 minutes from the entrance of Freycinet National Park, this community-run site offers a reprieve from the tight bays of commercial parks while keeping you at the doorstep of the Hazards and Wineglass Bay. It is a “big rig”-

If you’re looking for a low-cost, community-focused base on the Tasman Peninsula, the Nubeena Ex-Servicemen’s Club (also known as the Tasman Ex-Services Club) is a fantastic alternative to the busier parks near Port Arthur. This campground offers large, level grassy bays perfectly suited for most setups. It trades the bells and whistles of a resort

Mount Field National Park Campground is a wonderful campground and a base to explore the national park. On the banks of the Tyenna River, this well-appointed camp serves as the ultimate base for exploring the park’s diverse landscapes, from the towering swamp gums and fern forests at the base to the alpine tarns at Lake

Queenstown Football Campground (located at the iconic The Gravel oval) is an unmissable stop. This is not your average grassy recreation ground; it is a legendary piece of sporting history where you can set up camp on the edge of the world’s most famous gravel football pitch. Surrounded by the dramatic, “moonscape” hills of the

Lake Mackintosh Campground is a high-altitude campground on the West Coast that feels truly wild. Perched on the shores of this expansive hydro-electric reservoir just outside of Tullah, the campground is defined by its deep, dark waters and the jagged, often mist-shrouded peaks of the Mackintosh and Sophia Ranges. It is a great “off-grid” base

Lake Gairdner Camping Area is a true high-country gem and lakeside escape, offering a rugged alternative to the busy commercial parks near Cradle Mountain. Found near Moina, this informal bush camp is situated on the banks of a picturesque hydro lake surrounded by rolling hills and tranquil forest. It is a premier “off-grid” base, providing

If you are looking for a welcoming, mountain-view base in the “Town of Murals,” the Sheffield Campground (located at the local recreation ground) is one of the most convenient and well-regarded low-cost stops in North West Tasmania. At the foot of the dramatic Mount Roland, this site offers a massive, level grassy area. It trades