Housing only self-sufficient campers (as there are no facilities on site), the area is prone to being affected by rain and floodwater, so awareness is key during times of rainfall.

A perfect base camp while doing the Winton leg of Australia’s Dinosaur Trail, or attending the annual camel races.

Accessible to all off-road set-ups, you need to bring your own everything, as there are no facilities available.

Spot abundant marine life including fish, turtles, dolphins and other wildlife surrounding the camps, particularly during the magnificent sunrises over the Coral Sea.

This campsite comes with a sandy beach in front of a safe swimming area, a ramp for those boat and water sport enthusiasts and facilities by way of barbecues, picnic tables and toilets.

Large gum trees provide shade over the spacious camping area, where you’re able to stay for up to three days. A shared pathway that loops into town along the Murrumbidgee River houses some interesting artwork and abundant wildlife, and is well worth the trek.

Suitable for all camping set-ups, the area is clean, open, flat and spacious. There are no amenities available, so campers need to be self-sufficient.

The river and surrounds is full of birdlife, fish and wild brumbies – which you can spot grazing around the river. Be sure to take a blow-up tyre, kayak or paddleboard to float downstream on.

Found on Kings Highway, the camp is accessible to all set-ups and offers toilets, picnic tables and bins for amenities.

A popular place for hikers, there are some lovely bushwalks to trek where you’ll find some gorgeous views along the way.

Located within a national park, the area is frequented by hundreds of kangaroos, emus and wild horses, giving it that unique ‘untouched’ bush feeling.

Enjoy cooling off in the river, fishing, or taking a stroll along some of the walking tracks nearby.

Take a kayak or paddle board for a leisurely cruise along the water, swim, or simply sit on the banks and flick a rod if that’s your preferred relaxation method.

Try to spot the owls and possums while you kick back around a fire and experience the magical sunsets and moon rise over the water.

A dog-friendly state forest, the scenery here will blow you away. Known as a fisherman’s paradise, it can get busy at times, so there is a second campground beside the boat ramp (which is closed when dam water is being released).

An incredible place to spot possums, wallabies, wombats and Tasmanian devils in the surrounding forest, and if you love a challenging bushwalk, the view from the summit of nearby Mt Farrell is just amazing.

With a heap of secluded sites, the pristine wilderness and unique mash up of forest, beach and mountain views will leave you in awe. The camps are in a national park, offering various walking tracks, places to fish and swimming areas.

You can pick your own deliciously fresh oysters here on low tide too.

Housing bins, toilets, a safe swimming area and easy access for small boats, canoes and kayaks, this camp on Plushs Bend Road in Crescent, South Australia is one of the fancier free camps around as far as amenities go.

Be sure to catch the pelicans and other birdlife soaring over the water, making stunning silhouettes as the sun fades below the horizon.

Self-sufficient campers are permitted to use these sites as there are no facilities, with semi-private spots all along the track.

The beach is rock, not sand, but still great for a cool off, and with walking tracks and 4WD tracks to explore close by, it’s a great place to base yourself for a few days or more.

Found off Parry Creek Road in Kununurra, you do need to stay croc safe around these waterways, as they’re located within the East Kimberley region of Australia.

4WD vehicles are recommended with the terrain difficult in areas, and with no facilities, only self-contained campers are permitted. Base yourself here while exploring the many waterholes and falls surrounding Kununurra.

Suitable for all self-sufficient and off-road set-ups, if you park up along the top of the cliff you’ll feel like you have the beach all to yourself.

There is a limit of 72 hours at this free camp, so be sure to use your time to explore the 4wd and walking tracks, the sandy beach and rock pools, as well as the dinosaur footprints and fossils close by.

4WD and off-road set-ups are a must, as is bringing your own everything – as there are no facilities here.

With hardly another soul in sight, you’ll have an unrivalled view of the incredible sunsets behind the old windmill.

With a magnificent view of Mt Connor – a large rock that many mistake for Uluru from a distance – and a surprisingly large salt lake over a sand dune across the road, it offers spectacular scenery.

Toilet facilities are available and trees provide some shade over the camp area, which is big enough to fit a few small caravans, or vehicles with rooftop tents.