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School holiday camping

Pick an upcoming school holiday period and find the best campgrounds for the season. See booking difficulty, seasonal tips, and when to book to secure your spot.

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Tips for Winter holidays

  • Cold nights, especially inland — a warm sleeping bag is essential
  • Clear skies make for excellent stargazing
  • Many campgrounds are quieter than summer
  • Great for coastal spots with mild winter weather

Booking advice

Popular coastal campgrounds still book out. Book 4–6 weeks ahead. Inland spots are easier to get.

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24 recommended campgrounds(5 book out fast — set alerts early)

Belah campgroundCan book out

Mungo National Park

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12 sites · Murray-Riverina

Mugii Murum-ban State Conservation Area

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Yengo National Park

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4 sites · Sydney and surrounds

Blue Mountains National Park

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30 sites · Sydney and surrounds

Mimosa Rocks National Park

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30 sites · South Coast

Beowa National Park

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31 sites · South Coast

Royal National Park

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79 sites · Sydney and surrounds

Bungonia National Park

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71 sites · Country NSW

Camp BlackmanCan book out

Warrumbungle National Park

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107 sites · Country NSW

Camp WambelongCan book out

Warrumbungle National Park

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35 sites · Country NSW

Kinchega National Park

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34 sites · Outback

Goolawah Regional Park

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40 sites · North Coast

Murramarang National Park

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40 sites · South Coast

Crowdy Bay National Park

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75 sites · North Coast

Munmorah State Conservation Area

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39 sites · Sydney and surrounds

Gillards campgroundBooks out fast

Mimosa Rocks National Park

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40 sites · South Coast

Hill End Historic Site

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60 sites · Country NSW

Barrington Tops National Park

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30 sites · North Coast

Bournda National Park

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66 sites · South Coast

Mutawintji National Park

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50 sites · Outback NSW

Illaroo campgroundCan book out

Yuraygir National Park

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70 sites · North Coast

Kosciuszko National Park

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70 sites · Snowy Mountains

Killalea campgroundBooks out fast

Killalea Regional Park

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53 sites · South Coast

Yuraygir National Park

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89 sites · North Coast

These campgrounds book out fast during holidays

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