RV FEATURE
FEE CAMPING
So-called fee camping includes caravan parks and station stays. These destinations offer more facilities in return for a higher fee. Many caravan parks offer a long list of attractions, including playground equipment, water, toilets, ensuite sites, a barbecue area, recreation room, swimming pool and more, and are generally close to the local township for the convenience of stocking up on supplies. This infrastructure has a cost to build and maintain, and is reflected in their fees. Many caravan parks are right on the beach, a lake or in an area of high appeal. Station stays draw their appeal from people seeking to appreciate living on the land. Others are drawn to the attraction of bush camping, similar to a national park, but seek a few more facilities. These are centrally located, so you can still camp away from the crowds, but return to base for a hot shower as required. Some stations have trailerable toilets, which is just as well, as the ground can be hard and rocky, almost impossible to dig a hole.
CHEAP( AND AMAZING) CAMPS!
Whether you prefer free camping or don’ t mind spending a few dollars, you ultimately just have to get out there. Here are a few free( or low-cost) camps we’ ve enjoyed in the past …
CARAWINE GORGE, WA
WHERE:
160km east of Marble Bar
CAMPING:
Free camping on Oakover River
ACTIVITIES:
Fishing, kayaking, swimming, wildlife spotting
WHERE:
275km south-east of
Katherine
CAMPING:
Low cost camping at various
sites
ACTIVITIES:
Wildlife spotting, fishing, sightseeing
CARAVAN ACCESS:
Offroad RVs only
FACILITIES:
None
OTHER:
Pet friendly
LIMMEN NATIONAL PARK, NT
CARAVAN ACCESS:
Offroad RVs only
FACILITIES:
Boat ramp( Towns River, Limmen Bight Fishing Camp and Munbililla)
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