July 06, 2019

Aerial view of remote Australian camping spots — best camping destinations across Australia

Australia is one of the great camping destinations on earth — vast, diverse, and accessible to anyone willing to plan a trip and head out the gate. From the red-rock gorges of the Northern Territory to the wild coastlines of Western Australia and the lush highlands of Queensland, the range of experiences available to Australian campers is genuinely extraordinary. This guide covers some of the best camping spots across the country.

Below we will showcase some of the amazing camping site destinations that we have visited around Australia over the years.

With details on getting there and things to do and see.

Finke Gorge National Park

Murray River National Park - Katarapko Creek

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