Experience camping under the night sky alongside salt lagoons and white sandy beaches at one of the park’s campgrounds. From the spacious, family-friendly 42 Mile Crossing campground to the secluded campsites along the Younghusband Peninsula, which are only accessible by boat, there are plenty of camping options.
Campsites must be booked prior to arrival to the park.
Book online to reserve your campsite up to 12 months in advance.
Tent camping
The campgrounds at the southern end of the Coorong provide the best shelter for tent camping. There are campgrounds with designated sites and toilets along the Loop Road, 42 Mile Crossing, 28 Mile Crossing and at Parnka Point.
Boat access only campsites
The Godfrey’s Landing camping area is accessible only by boat, and you will find other secluded campsites along the Younghusband Peninsula. Remember that navigating boats in the Coorong can be hazardous because of changing weather conditions, shallow water and rocky reefs.
Caravans
The camping areas best suited for caravans are 42 Mile Crossing, Parnka Point, Long Point and Mark Point. Sites in the park are not powered. Taking a caravan below 42 Mile Crossing is not recommended because of unpredictable terrain. Tea Tree Crossing is also not recommended for caravans – there’s a high risk of getting bogged and the water levels at the crossing are unpredictable.
Campgrounds
28 Mile Crossing campground
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Suitable for: tents, camper trailers and caravans
Facilities: toilets
This campground is set amongst sand dunes that offer some protection. A walking trail from the campground leads to the beach.
42 Mile Crossing campground
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Suitable for: tents, camper trailers and caravans
Facilities: toilets, non-potable water, picnic table and walking trail
This campground has large grassed area and is semi-sheltered by vegetation. A walking trail from the campground leads to the beach. Campsites are unallocated.
Barker Knoll campground (boat/canoe access only)
Suitable for: tents
Facilities: walking trail
This campground is only accessible by boat or canoe and is located on the edge of the Coorong Lagoon.
Godfreys Landing campground (boat/canoe access only)
Suitable for: tents
Facilities: toilets, non-potable water, shelter, small boat ramp and walking trail
This campground is only accessible by boat or canoe and is located on the edge of the Coorong Lagoon.
Kartoo Road (4WD)
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Suitable for: tents and camper trailers
Facilities: none
There is seven camp sites spread along the Kartoo Road (4WD only). Camp sites are located on edge of Coorong Lagoon.
Long Point campground
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Suitable for: tents, camper trailers and caravans
Facilities: toilets, picnic table, small jetty and small boat ramp
This campground has five camp sites available and offers great views of the Coorong Lagoon.
Loop Road campgrounds
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Suitable for: tents, camper trailers and caravans
Facilities: toilets and walking trails
There is 20 campsites across four campgrounds that are spread along the Loop Road. Camp sites offer a bush camping experience in a natural setting.
Mark Point campground
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Suitable for: tents, camper trailers and caravans
Facilities: boat ramp
This campground has two camp sites available and offers great views of the Coorong Lagoon.
Ocean Beach (4WD)
Suitable for: tents
Facilities: none
Camping is allowed along the beach between the high and low watermarks, and within the designated campsites indicated by wooden posts and poly fencing between Tea Tree and 42 Mile Crossings. Ocean Beach is only accessible by 4WD and experience in sand driving is recommended.
Parnka Point campgrounds
Suitable for: tents and camper trailers
Facilities: toilets, non-potable water, boat ramp and sheltered picnic tables (located at Parnka Point)
There is 13 campsites across two campgrounds. Camp sites overlook the Coorong Lagoon and some offer shelter provided by trees.
Tea Tree Crossing campground (4WD)
Suitable for: tents and camper trailers
Facilities: none
This campground is only accessible to 4WD vehicles. There is a large grassed area which has some shelter provided by vegetation. The campground can only be accessed from the mainland during summer due to high water levels in the Coorong Lagoon during winter. At other times, the campground may be accessed via the 42 Mile Crossing and the ocean beach (subject to weather and beach conditions). Campsites are unallocated.
Wreck campground
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Suitable for: tents and camper trailers
Facilities: none
Only accessible during summer months, this campground has five campsites that offer shelter provided by tall trees.