Best Camping Spots in Port Stephens
Check out this list of the best camping spots in Port Stephens to inspire your next Aussie adventure!
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Whether you’re a first-time camper or a seasoned pro, these must-see camping sites in Port Stephens are not to be missed! It’s hard to believe this patch of paradise is just 1 hour from Newcastle and 2.5 hours north of Sydney and holds an abundance of camping gold, from secluded off track sites in One Mile to premium beachfront parks at Shoal Bay – trust us this one is a bucket list stop.
Ingenia Holidays One Mile
Location: 26 Gan Gan Rd, One Mile NSW 2316
Price: From $32 per night
Amenities:
- Powered Ensuite Sites
- Dump Point
- Swimming Pool
- Playground
- Kids club
Ok, so if you like to feel off the beaten track but still close to town amenities and have access to clean showers, picnic grounds and BBQ facilities this one’s for you. Located on the secluded shores of One Mile Beach, the Ingenia Park is a hidden gem you should definitely have on your best camping spots in Port Stephens list!
Suitable for both campers and caravans you can enjoy an enormous stretch of near private beach, with surfing on demand (but don’t tell them we told you!!). There is a playground for the kids, swimming pool and options for both slab and grass sites.
Shoal Bay Holiday Park
Location: 71 Shoal Bay Rd, Shoal Bay NSW 2315
Price: From $70 per night
Amenities:
- Shoal Bay beach access
- Amenities Block
- Games Room
- Picnic Area
- Camp Kitchen
Located directly opposite one of the arguably most beautiful beaches on the east coast of Australia, Shoal Bay Holiday Park is the ultimate getaway if you have little ones in tow. On the shores of Shoal Bay families can enjoy the calm aquamarine waters of the bay and clear white sands for hours of family fun.
Hire a paddleboard from a local or rent one of our kayaks to take with you and you’ll have hours of entertainment. Plus, there is cafés, quaint shops and the stunning Shoal Bay Country Club right on your doorstep. For the best view in town take the Tomaree Head Summit walk.
Shoal Bay offers sites for small campers to luxurious caravans and has a games room, camp kitchen and direct beach access plus an array of activities nearby. Trust us, book in!
Halifax Holiday Park
Location: 5 Beach Rd, Nelson Bay NSW 2315
Price: From $70 per night
Amenities:
- Guest laundries
- BBQs
- Onsite Parking
- Kiosk
- Picnic Areas
An award-winning holiday park surrounded by two blue calm water beaches and the centre point to connect to Shoal Bay and Nelson Bay, are you hooked yet? There is entertainment aplenty here from Little Beach Boat House, a must for an afternoon cocktail for the big kids to the parks and playgrounds onsite for the little ones. There is a surf school nearby along with horse and camel riding on the dunes to name but a few.
This park offers spacious sites and quaint options for the humble campers, enjoy some peace and quiet here while the sounds of the bay make for a perfect night sleep in one of our comfy caravans or campers!
Final Bay Holiday Park
Location: 52 Marine Dr, Fingal Bay NSW 2315
Price: From $70 per night
Amenities:
- Huge Resort Style Pool
- Modern Amenities Block
- Recreation Room
- Kids Activities
- Camp Kitchen
Looking for a patrolled beach? Then this is the one for you! Fingal Bay Holiday Park is surrounded by picturesque National Park offering hours of exploring right on our doorstep and the Instagram worthy Fingal Split is right out the front. Take an early morning stroll over and grab a coffee to watch the sunrise, enjoy a day on the sand with the family or dive into some of the best waves at the bay…there is something for everyone here!
There is a huge resort pool, children’s playground and camp kitchen all at your fingertips. With site options opposite the beach, near a tennis court or the kid’s facilities, you’ll be able to design a getaway fit right for your family.
If these locations haven’t convinced you to take a camping trip in Port Stephens then we’ll just say you need to see them to believe them! If you’re ready to start planning get in touch, Cruising Caravan Hire have a choice of four great vans to hire, from our Swift Escape an off road camper which we know you’ll love at One Mile to the luxurious Expanda Experience, perfect for families and suitable at all of these locations. Our vans start from just $59 per night so they’re affordable and comfortable.
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