Australia Campgrounds
Northern Territory, Lake Bennett Resort
Peace and tranquility combined with modern amenities mean you can get away from it all without having to rough it…unless you want to. I’d also like to point out that the photo is the view from my room…not processed or touched up…from a cameraphone. Two words: Magnificent Sunsets.
About an hour south of Darwin just off the Stuart Highway,the road to Katherine, is a Wilderness Resort and Oasis. Catering for budget through high end travelers, they have bungalows sleeping up to 6, lake view spa suites, Motel rooms, Camp-o-tels …
Date: May 14th, 2007 |
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Treking Australia, The Hume and Hovell Walking Track
Got your ticket to to Oz in your hot little hands and looking for a really unique Aussie adventure? Wanting to experience some fair dinkum Aussie grass lands, mountains and national parks?? I guarantee- none or very few of your friends would have done this Trek! The Hume and Hovell Walking Trak follows the famous footsteps of Hamilton Hume and William Hovell on their expedition to Port Phillip in 1824. Going through some of the most scenic parts of NSW, the well marked and well organized walking track runs over 440 K between Yass and Albury NSW. The track has campgrounds complete with grilling and bathroom facilities conveniently spaced 1 days walk all along the way.
For the less adventurous of heart, the time constrained, or even those just looking for a bit of camping, the three major track heads offer excellent car based camping and great day hikes. You can do all or even parts of the walk depending on your schedule- allow for 24 days to complete the entire hike, but there are plenty of 1, 2, and 3 day itineraries to keep the weekend warrior happy.
How to get there: You can of course drive yourself to a track head and do an out and back, however, there is public transport available to Yass, Tumut, Tumbarumbra and Albury from most major cities. There are plenty of Hostel and budget accommodation available in each of those cities. For further information call 02 6937 2700 or email warwick.hull@lands.nsw.gov.au.
Date: January 3rd, 2007 |
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Sydney- Camping in the Northern Beaches
The Basin
New South Wales has a very organized set of national parks that are complete with cooking, shower, and camping facilites. Among the parks I have visited, The Basin is a stand out. If you live in or around the Sydney area it is the easiest way to get completely OUT of the city in under an hour.
Date: September 27th, 2006 |
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Northern Territory- Pine Creek
Pine Creek, is basically the bottom corner of “The Triangle” (an hour north of Katherine and about 2 hours south of Darwin), and is a historic mining town. It has housed and currently houses migrant mining populations for the last 100+ years as world markets for Gold and other precious metals rise and fall. The town itself is worth a gas stop at least and even a night or two to explore the area and look into some of the historical sights. I must say to me the funniest bit, as well as most intriguing in this dry country- is the “Water Garden” that is right in the middle of town. Standing at the sign denoting the Garden’s boundry- the area looks still, dry, and barren- at closer inspection- there is actually a series of lagoons and wildlife hidden away in plain sight.
Date: September 26th, 2006 |
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Northern Territory- Mary River YHA
Mary River Camp Ground and YHA-
Mary River is family outfit that is very professionally run. Blessed with a stunning country side, they have managed a very good back-to-basics wildlife and river retreat while adding the key ingredients of modern amenities like a restaurant/bar, cook your own facilities, a pool, spa, and a variety of sleeping accommodation to fit any budget. Half way between Darwin and Jabiru, Mary River YHA is about 1 km before you reach the Bark Hut.
Date: September 20th, 2006 |
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Kangaroo Valley NSW, Come Canoe With Us.
The hustle and bustle of Sydney can become overwhelming to even the most hardened of city dwellers at times. If you feel like you’ve been abused by the city, your boss, or chewed up and spit out- maybe it is time to get out of town and see a bit more of this great land down under. I had one of those weekends this past one.
Just 2 hours south of Sydney is Kangaroo Valley, one of only 7 fully enclosed valleys in the world, or so they claim. Regardless of claims, it was gorgeous, calm, clean, and just what the doctor ordered. A bit of physical exercise and falling asleep to the sound of wombats thundering by can work magic on one’s outlook and help recharge those batteries.
Kangaroo Valley Safari’s is one of a couple of outfitters in the area. They provided efficient and organized service. Their equipment was in excellent shape, and were timely in their pick up. That is especially fantastic after you have been sans shower and toilet for two days.
Date: March 12th, 2007 |
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Northern Territory- “Doing The Triangle”
When visiting the Northern Territory- a very common route is called The Triangle This is basically Darwin to Jabiru to Pine Creek or Katherine and back up to Darwin via Litchfied Park. When taking on this Great driving route many people are apprehensive envisioning vast kilometers of nothingness.
Date: September 28th, 2006 |
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Northern Territory- Cooinda
An integral part of doing The Triangle is Cooinda. Cooinda – even though it is one of the more substantial dots on the map- is only an aboriginal cultural center, resort, and gas station. There is no town. Granted- it is a nice resort. Cooinda is known as the Home of Yellow Waters. All of the Wildlife Cruises on the Yellow Waters leave from here. Cruises run between 1.5 and 2 hours.
Date: September 26th, 2006 |
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Northern Territory- Jabiru
A milestone corner of The Triangle, Jabiru is little more than a company town designed to support the local Uranium mining operation. It is also considered the entrance to Kakadu Park. The township is little more than a jumping off point for package tours and its amenities are basically limited to a Caravan Parks, a hotel, a travel agent, Council Office, Grocery Store, Café and Gas Station.
Date: September 25th, 2006 |
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Camping
If you’re looking to save a few bucks and don’t mind carrying the extra gear, Australia is an ideal place to camp. Mild weather, enormous wide open spaces and abundant wildlife all welcome campers. Although caravan parks and campsites aren’t available in large cities such as Sydney, you can find places as little as an hour away by public transport. The Caravan Camping Network and Camping.com.au provide comprehensive listings of parks and sites throughout Oz. Don’t want to drag around a tent or feel like sleeping on the ground? Many of the “Tourist …
Date: May 15th, 2004 |
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