Western Australia

Located on the banks of the Murchison River along the North West Coastal Highway, the Galena Bridge Rest Area is a very popular 24-hour free camp. It provides a strategic place to spend a night on the way north or on the return journey. Perth is an easy drive from this campground. Pets are permitted

Warroora Station is a perfectly positioned stopover for those navigating the road to Exmouth or heading into Coral Bay. Its proximity to the Ningaloo Reef makes it an ideal launchpad, giving you the chance to secure your site early and spend more of your day exploring the coastline rather than behind the wheel. For travellers

This rest area is conveniently located on the road to Exmouth and not far from Coral Bay. It is great for people to get close to the Ningaloo Reef and arrive at their final camping spot early in the day. You don’t need to be fully contained, as toilets are provided. Pets are permitted at

One of the challenges of travelling on roads like the North West Coastal Highway is finding a quiet place to rest for a night. There are always trucks at night that can disturb your sleep. That’s why we look for places off busy roads. Quartz Hill Campground meets all the criteria. Pets are permitted at

Yes, it’s a caravan park, but we hadn’t had a bit of ground with lovely grass on it for a long time. Perhaps you will be in the same situation. The caravan park is a great place to relax and enjoy the lovely Eighty Mile Beach. Don’t miss the sunsets. Eighty Mile Beach Caravan Park

Barn Hill Station offers rustic station stays, a short drive (129km) from Broome. It is a very short 4WD drive (or walk) to a pristine beach. Many sites offer beach views, particularly the unpowered sites. The station provides all the services for a comfortable stay. There is no need to be self-contained. Pets are permitted

Kimberley Bushstay is a private campground within driving distance of Derby. It is on an organic farm, from which you are free to forage. To stay at this campground, you need to be self-sufficient, as there are no toilets or showers. Pets are permitted at this campground. Tents are not permitted. Fires are permitted. Kimberley

Lennard River Campground is located in a large area near the Lennard River Crossing. The site offers free camping from which you can visit Windjana Gorge and Tunnel Creek. The road to the west is sealed, while the road to the east is unsealed. To stay at this campground, you need to be self-sufficient, as

March Fly Glen, on the Gibb River Road, offers a pleasant place to stay. It is a great free alternative to the paid campground ($20 per night per adult) at Silent Grove. It provides easy access to Bell Gorge. To stay at this campground, you need to be self-sufficient, as there are no toilets or

Frog Hole Campground on Gibb River Road offers a pleasant place to stay. It is a great free camp from which you can explore Adcock Gorge. To stay at this campground, you need to be self-sufficient, as no toilets or showers are provided. Pets are permitted at this campground. Tents are permitted. Fires are permitted.

Manning Gorge campground is a bush-style campsite located on the historic Mount Barnett Station. This shaded, riverside camp serves as the base for exploring the stunning Manning Gorge. The gorge is reached via a 5.8km return walk that uniquely begins by swimming and ferrying your gear across Manning Creek in provided plastic tubs. This is

Mt Elizabeth Station is a working cattle station 30km from the Gibb River Road. While here you can explore the gorges on the property. There are toilets and showers at this campground, so you don’t need to be self-contained. Pets are permitted at this campground. Tents are permitted. Fires are permitted. Mt Elizabeth Station Quick

Munurru Camp is also known as King Edward River Camp. The campground is ideally located for those who wish to get to within easy access of Mitchell Falls. It is a spacious peaceful camp. To stay at this campground, it is not essential to be self-sufficient, as there are toilets provided. Pets are not permitted

Gibb River Campground is a wonderful campground just off Gibb River Road. It was our favourite campground of our Gibb River Road trip. Do yourself a favour and spend a night or two here to relax. To stay at this campground, you need to be self-sufficient, as there are no toilets or showers. Pets are

Top of the World Campsite is a small free camp next to the Durack River. It is a good place to spend a night while travelling the Gibb River Road. To stay at this campground you need to be self-sufficient, as there are no toilets or showers. Pets are permitted at this campground. Tents are

If you are looking for the ultimate front-row seat to the most iconic river crossing on the Gibb River Road, the Pentecost River Free Camp is a bucket-list stopover. Perched on the western bank of the mighty Pentecost, this unmanaged bush camp offers a raw Kimberley experience with world-class views of the Cockburn Ranges glowing

Home Valley Station is located near the Pentecost River. It is a full-service facility. Unlike the vast majority of of our campgrounds it is not low cost but we include it due to the remoteness. To stay at this campground you do not need to be self-contained as toilets or showers are provided Pets are

Behn River Campground is on Rosewood Station. The site provides a resting place for those travelling Duncan Road. To stay at this campground you need to be self-contained, as there are no toilets or showers. Pets are permitted at this campground. Tents are permitted. Fires may not be permitted (more details below). This campground is

Old Ord River Homestead is a free camp that you will find along Duncan Road. It is a very remote and beautiful campsite. It is a great place to sit back and relax. About the only other thing to do at this location is fishing. The campground is next to the Ord River. To stay

Palm Springs Camping Area is small roadside campground on Duncan Road. It provides a safe place to stay while driving Duncan Road. It is on the banks of the Black Elvire River in a scenic area. To stay at this campground you need to be self-contained as toilets and showers are not provided. Pets are