Tasmania’s most beautiful camping spots

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A nature-lover’s paradise is worth exploring from these seriously scenic camping sites.

Tasmania boasts some of Australia’s most picturesque places, and nature lovers swarm to get a glimpse of this relatively untouched paradise. If you’re dreaming of Tassie’s bucket-list worthy wonders, then there’s no better way to explore than by packing your tent and setting up camp at one of these awe-inspiring spaces.
Be prepared – much of the camping here is on the rough side (the price you pay for paradise, and why many people decide to hire a campervan) and you may need to bring your own supplies – including water.
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Discovery Parks - Cradle Mountain

Discovery Parks Cradle Mountain is located in an accessible spot near the park entrance.

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Cradle Mountain Rd, Cradle Mountain, TAS, Australia, 7306
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The privately owned Discovery Park near the park entrance, which, as far as caravan parks go, is nice enough and perfectly places you for majestic daytime adventures.
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Waldheim Alpine Spa

Waldheim Alpine Spa at Cradle Mountain Lodge is an outstanding location for a soak.

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4038 Cradle Mountain Rd, Cradle Mountain, TAS, Australia, 7306
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Make sure to include a soak at Waldheim Alpine Spa at Cradle Mountain Lodge – offering beautiful views and a steam room, sauna, plunge pool and spa to soak away the day.
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Cockle Creek

Cockle Creek boasts tranquil coves and sandy beaches with a snow-capped mountain backdrop.

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Cockle Creek, TAS, Australia
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There are plenty of rustic camping options at Recherche Bay Nature Recreation area that take advantage of the abundant nature surrounds (head to Bolton’s Green if you’re looking for a roomy site).
Camping is free, but once you’re over the Cockle Creek bridge national park entry fees apply. The road to the creek is rough in places, so take care (especially if you’re travelling in a camper).
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Bay Of Fires Bush Retreat

With 50 kilometres of pristine coastline from Binalong Bay to Eddystone Point, you’ll be spoiled for choice at the beautiful Bay of Fires.

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795 Reids Road, Binalong Bay, TAS, Australia, 7216
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Binalong Bay is a good place to start, and there are campgrounds aplenty along the way, but https://bayoffiresbushretreat.com.au/ really takes the cake if you’re feeling something extra special.
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Bay of Fires Conservation Area

With 50 kilometres of pristine coastline from Binalong Bay to Eddystone Point, you’ll be spoiled for choice at the beautiful Bay of Fires.

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If you’re looking for something a little less lavish then head to https://www.parks.tas.gov.au/index.aspx?base=4002 (park fees apply), still on the southern side of the bay, which offers a handful of more humble temporary homes, or Dora Point for free camping by the water.
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Mt Field National Park Campground

If you like the idea of escaping to enchanted forests then Mt Field National Park is a must for your bucket list.

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Lake Dobson Rd, Mount Field, TAS, Australia, 7140
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The park provides refuge for the heavenly habitat, and verdant views inspire awe. Tucked amidst it all is Mt Field National Park Campground, a small and peaceful place near the entrance by the Tyenna River.
Wake to romantic river sounds, explore the wondrous walks nearby, and visit Tasmania’s most spectacular waterfall – Russell Falls. There are 14 sites available and amenities and hot water on site, but camping fees apply and bookings can’t be made.
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Richardsons Beach Campground, FreycinetRichardsons Beach Campground

Freycinet National Park is home to some of Tasmania’s most incredible camping spots.

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Freycinet Dr, Coles Bay, TAS, Australia, 7215
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Set up amongst sleepy sand dunes mere metres from the ocean, wake up to breathtaking views, and explore the beautiful bays by day (Honeymoon Bay, Sleepy Bay and Wineglass Bay) – with panoramic views of wondrous Wineglass Bay the main drawcard for visitors.
Freycinet National Park campground is a small coastal strip along the dunes of Richardsons Beach and the granite knoll of Honeymoon Bay – and while there are plenty of options, they go fast. http://www.parks.tas.gov.au/file.aspx?id=8214 provides everything you need to know to enter the ballot, and for non-peak times, you can book your site through the https://www.parks.tas.gov.au/index.aspx?base=3371.

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