Camping in Victor Harbor

Load up the caravan and hit the road, because camping in Victor Harbor is an experience you’ll never forget. From lush, grassy sites to premium powered areas by the coast, Victor Harbor has a range of camping experiences to suit everyone.

Where you stay will depend on how long you’re staying and what you will be doing while you’re here. Ocean lovers might prefer to stay near Waitpinga, while young families might be better placed to stay in the heart of Victor Harbor. Discover the best camping spots for your next trip.

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Camping and Farm Stays in Victor Harbor

Camping in Victor Harbor is a great way to unwind and get back to nature. Victor Harbor and Encounter Bay offer several camping options including camping, glamping, caravan stays and cabins. Check out our accomodation page to see the ways in which you can stay in Victor Harbor. 

Camping in Victor Harbor is fun, but if you want to mix things up, why not try a farm stay? Farm stays offer new experiences in a rural setting where you and the kids can interact with the farm animals and breathe the fresh country air. Farm stays aren’t just for families, though – couples will also enjoy getting back to basics and embracing the simple life in comfortable, country-style accommodation.

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Victor Harbor Holiday Park Waterpark And Waterslides
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Victor Harbor Holiday & Cabin Park

If you’re looking for a spacious, shady camping ground in Victor Harbor with plenty of amenities, this is the place for you. It’s the perfect spot for kids, with waterslides, a swimming pool and a large children’s playground. It would also suit groups of friends or young people, as it has a range of accommodation options including cabins, villas, chalets, and units.

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Irene Valli

NRMA Victor Harbor Beachfront Holiday Park

Camping in Victor Harbor is easy at the beachfront holiday park, set in a peaceful park right by the water. If fishing and boating are your cup of tea, this family-friendly holiday park is perfect for you and your little ones.

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Adare Camp & Caravan Park

The iconic Adare is located in nearby McCracken and is the perfect spot for large groups and weddings in the historic Adare Castle. The dog-friendly site offers great facilities and a blend of traditional camp and tent style accommodation, cabins and caravan sites. It’s also an easy distance to the many walking and bike trails in the area.

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Newland Head Conservation Park

For surfers, swimmers, and nature lovers, Newland Head Conservation Park is the ultimate paradise. Located in the National Park between the beaches of Waitpinga and Parsons Beach, this spot is ideal for fishing, swimming, or just relaxing on the beach. Waitpinga is not manned by lifeguards and can produce a strong swell. It is only recommended for strong swimmers and surfers.

Need ideas to fill your day?
Discover a whole range of family-friendly activities just waiting for you in Victor Harbor.
Unicorn Horse and Dog Playground
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    Coastal Habitat
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      Shop Coastal Habitat for comfort, style, and service

      Found Coffee House
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        Good things are found here.

        Victor Harbor Art Trail
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          A self-guided trail exploring public art pieces in Victor Harbor.

          Winter Whale Fest
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            A month-long festival of fun and thought provoking events, celebrating the annual migration of whales to the Fleurieu Peninsula.

            Victor Harbor Art Show
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              Victor Harbor Art Show: Australia’s largest outdoor art exhibition

              Phosphorescence by Marijana Tadic
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              Phosphorescence: A dazzling light sculpture in the heart of Victor Harbor

              Telstra Exchange Building Mural by Nicole Black
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              A mural for the building that reflects the character of Victor Harbor

              Connection Sculpture
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              Connection Flip Card

              Discover ‘Connection’ – A captivating public artwork in Railway Terrace

              Whaler’s Well Sculpture
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              Crafted from layered Corten steel with stainless steel accents, the sculptures play with depth, contrast, and abstraction.

              Kondoli the Whale Mosaic
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              Kondoli Flip Card

              Kondoli the whale has always been important for the Ramindjeri and Ngarrindjeri people.

              Ngurunderi Sculpture
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              Ngurunderi Flip Card

              Experience the Spirit of Ngurunderi at Granite Island’s the Causeway

              The Bluff
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              See & Do
              See & Do

              The Bluff (Longkuwar) is a must-visit icon of Victor Harbor

              Health & Wellness
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              Health And Wellness

              Victor Harbor is more than just a picturesque holiday destination on the Fleurieu Peninsula; it’s an oasis for relaxation and rejuvenation.

              Moos Distillery
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                Every sip of Moo gin is infused with the warmth and charm of the countryside. Gather round the fire, enjoy some local nibbles, and let handcrafted spirits transport you to the heart of country comfort.

                Harbor Book Nook
                  Harbor Book Nook
                  Victor Harbor Farmers’ Markets
                    Victor Harbor Farmers Market
                    Fleurieu Marine Education
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                    Fleurieu Marine Education Flip Card

                    Sparking curiosity of the maritime world through exciting and engaging educational programs

                    Victor Harbor Walking Tours
                      Victor Harbor Walking Tours

                      Discover Victor Harbor on foot with an interactive and informative tour.

                      Venture Victor
                        Venture Victor

                        Bike and Paddleboard hire right on the Causeway.

                        Canoe the Coorong
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                          Glacier Rock
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                            Spirit of the Coorong Cruises
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                              Wild South Coast Way
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                              Explore one of South Australia’s most stunning multi-day hilkes

                              Tudor Homewares & The Coffee Palace
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                                The Pirate’s Seachest
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                                  Fresh locally caught seafood in Victor Harbor.

                                  Lake Breeze Winery
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                                    Bremerton Wines
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                                      Ocean Living Surf School
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                                        One Paddock Currency Creek
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                                          Mount Compass Golf Course
                                            Compass Golf

                                            Picturesque Golf course minutes from Victor Harbor.

                                            Cut Hill Wall Distillery
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                                              Cut Hill Wall Distillery is committed to exploring our Australian whisky roots, tapping into the history books, and evolving the traditions of old.

                                              Victor Harbor Artisan Markets
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                                                A marketplace of makers, designers, doers and dreamers

                                                Waitpinga Farm Quad Bike Adventures
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                                                  Victor Harbor Visitor Centre
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                                                    Expert local knowledge at your fingertips.

                                                    Victor Harbor Beachside Markets
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                                                      Town Centre Heritage Trail
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                                                        Mr Menswear
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                                                          Inman River Trail
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                                                            Hindmarsh River Trail
                                                              Hindmarsh River Trail
                                                              Hindmarsh Falls Walk
                                                                Hindmarsh Falls Victor Harbor

                                                                Picturesque falls hidden in Hindmarsh Valley.

                                                                Heritage Trail, Heysen Spur Trail
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                                                                Heritage Trail, Heysen Spur Trail

                                                                Amazing views of the Victor Harbor coastline from Granite Island.

                                                                Heritage Discovery Trail
                                                                  The Causeway

                                                                  Victor Harbor has a rich and diverse history, with stories told through many of our built heritage places.

                                                                  Victor Harbor Digital Art Projector
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                                                                    Digital art installation on Victa Cinema

                                                                    Fleurieu Beach Volleyball
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                                                                      Beach Volleyball in Victor Harbor.

                                                                      Spinway Bike Hire
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                                                                        Convenient Bike Hire taking you places you want to go.

                                                                        Victor Harbor Regional Gallery
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                                                                        Victor Harbor Golf Club
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                                                                          At Victor Harbor Golf Club your round begins with one of Australia’s most exhilarating tee shots.

                                                                          South Australian Whale Centre
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                                                                          SA Whale Centre, the one stop shop for whale discovery.

                                                                          Pirate’s Sea Charters
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                                                                          Pirate Sea Charters

                                                                          Private Boat Charters around the Encounter Bay area.

                                                                          Adare Camp and Caravan Park
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                                                                            The iconic ‘Adare’ provides a unique mix of traditional camp and tent style accommodation, cabins and caravan sites

                                                                            Off the Bluff Abseiling
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                                                                              See The Bluff from a different angle.

                                                                              Nangawooka Flora Reserve
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                                                                              Granite Island is one of the most recognised ecological attractions in Victor Harbor.

                                                                              Kool Tours
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                                                                              See & Do
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                                                                              Kool Tours is an authentic tribal experience through Southern SA.

                                                                              Kaiki Trail Granite Island
                                                                                Granite Island

                                                                                Amazing views of the Victor Harbor coastline from Granite Island.

                                                                                Hindmarsh Falls
                                                                                  Hindmarsh Falls Victor Harbor

                                                                                  Picturesque falls hidden in Hindmarsh Valley.

                                                                                  Encounter Bikeway
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                                                                                  Encounter Bikeway

                                                                                  An on-road and shared trail that links the coastal city of Victor Harbor and the river port town of Goolwa, via the coastal towns of Port Elliot and Middleton.

                                                                                  Genesis Tour & Charter
                                                                                    Genesis

                                                                                    Providing Bus tours and hire options for the Fleurieu Peninsula.

                                                                                    Fleurieu Aquatic Centre
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                                                                                    Modern swimming and fitness centre on the Fleurieu Peninsula.

                                                                                    Whale Walk – Encounter Bikeway
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                                                                                    Spot whales from the shore on this self-guided walk along the coast.

                                                                                    The Joyful Path
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                                                                                    Victor Harbor’s yoga and wellness studio.

                                                                                    Bicycles Victor Harbor
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                                                                                      Bicycle and E-Bike hire in Victor Harbor

                                                                                      Victor Harbor’s Must Do
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                                                                                      Wright Island Big Duck Boat Tours Victor Harbor

                                                                                      Encounter breathtaking coastal views, fertile farmland and the rich cultural history in the vibrant heart of the Fleurieu; Victor Harbor.

                                                                                      Granite Island Recreation Park
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                                                                                      Granite Island

                                                                                      Granite Island is one of the most recognised ecological attractions in Victor Harbor.

                                                                                      Tours & Attractions
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                                                                                      Big Duck Boat Tour Waitpinga Cliffs, Victor Harbor

                                                                                      Discover the spectacular views of Encounter Bay or book a tour of the spectacular local area.

                                                                                      The Stables – Behind the scenes of the Horse Tram
                                                                                        The Stables Flip Card

                                                                                        The Stables is a behind-the-scenes experience offering people an exclusive behind-the-scenes glimpse into the workings of the renowned Victor Harbor Horse Tram.

                                                                                        Victor Harbor National Trust Museum
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                                                                                        Encounter Discovery

                                                                                        Relive the whaling, shipping and railway days of early Victor Harbor. Visit the Victor Harbor branch of the National Trust SA’s museum and see how the early settlers lived and how the visitors holidayed.

                                                                                        Victa Cinema
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                                                                                        See & Do
                                                                                        See & Do

                                                                                        The beautiful, historic Art-deco Victa Cinema.

                                                                                        Big Duck Boat Tours
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                                                                                          Explore inaccessible areas of coastline and islands around Victor Harbor.

                                                                                          Victor Harbor Horse Drawn Tram
                                                                                            The Causeway, Victor Harbor

                                                                                            Ride the historic Horse Drawn Tram across The Causeway to Granite Island. The Tramway commenced operation in 1894 and is one of two remaining in the world that operate a daily service.

                                                                                            Softfoot Alpacas and Wildlife Park
                                                                                              Softfoot Alpaca Farm By Jon Wah

                                                                                              A unique opportunity to get up close with Alpaca’s and enjoy this Australian farm lifestyle.

                                                                                              Walking Trails & Biking Trails
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                                                                                                Walk or cycle every inch of the rugged coastline of Victor Harbor and or venture further afield and explore the surrounding area.

                                                                                                Wineries & Local Produce
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                                                                                                Food & Wineries In Victor Harbor (1)

                                                                                                Sample the best food and wine South Australia has to offer with fresh local produce and award-winning wines.

                                                                                                Whale Watching
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                                                                                                  Watch the gentle Southern Right Whales and Humpbacks as they glide through our glimmering waters on their annual migration.

                                                                                                  Camping
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                                                                                                    See & Do

                                                                                                    Switch off your devices and reconnect with the great outdoors. Discover some of the most beautiful camping spots in our great region.

                                                                                                    Nature & Wildlife
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                                                                                                    Disconnect from the world on secluded beaches, traverse bushland trails or try your luck spotting our rich local flora and fauna.

                                                                                                    Shopping
                                                                                                      Victor Harbor Shopping Flip Cards
                                                                                                      See & Do
                                                                                                      See & Do

                                                                                                      Shop like a local in Victor Harbor’s boutique clothing stores, where you’ll find coastal-inspired fashion

                                                                                                      Victor Harbor Markets
                                                                                                        Victor Harbor Markets Flip Cards

                                                                                                        Live like a local at the farmers’ market with in-season local farm-fresh produce and delicious artisan foods.

                                                                                                        The Studio VH
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                                                                                                          Nestled in the space of Charlie and Jack, enter the portal to happiness

                                                                                                          Mind Over Matter Practice
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                                                                                                            Embark on a transformative journey to enhance your resilience and mental strength.

                                                                                                            Sanctuary Day Spa
                                                                                                              Health And Wellness

                                                                                                              The spa offers a diverse range of treatments, from rejuvenating facials, indulgent massages, floatation therapy and Japanese Scalp Spa.

                                                                                                              SOMA Health & Beauty
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                                                                                                                Offering waxing, tinting, manicures, pedicures, massage, facials, spray tans, back treatments and scrubs.

                                                                                                                Harbor Collective on the Fleurieu
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                                                                                                                  Showcasing a range of products created by Artisans, Makers and Creators from across the Fleurieu and Hills.

                                                                                                                  History & Heritage
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                                                                                                                    Take a step back in time and experience Victor Harbor’s rich First Nations culture and 200-year-old European history.

                                                                                                                    Arts & Culture
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                                                                                                                      Pick up a paintbrush and unleash your creativity at an artist’s workshop, or wander the local galleries and marvel at the diversity of our local artists.

                                                                                                                      Thursa
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                                                                                                                        See & Do
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                                                                                                                        A thoughtfully curated little shop in Victor Harbor.

                                                                                                                        Coral Street Art Space
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                                                                                                                        Coral Street Art Space

                                                                                                                        The Coral Street Art Space encourages the development of a creative cultural industry in Victor Harbor.

                                                                                                                        Family Fun
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                                                                                                                          From mini-golf and bike riding to laid-back beaches that will keep the kids entertained for hours, discover South Australia’s favourite family holiday destination.

                                                                                                                          Escape It
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                                                                                                                          Escapeit Flip Card
                                                                                                                          See & Do
                                                                                                                          See & Do

                                                                                                                          Challenge yourself and your friends with an immersive Escape It experience.

                                                                                                                          Encounter Centre Wooden Toy Factory
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                                                                                                                            Dunes Mini Golf
                                                                                                                              Dunes Mini

                                                                                                                              Picturesque Mini Golf by the beach.

                                                                                                                              Girdler Family Amusements
                                                                                                                                Girdler Family Amusements

                                                                                                                                Be entertained in true seaside fashion by the Girdler Family with their range of family amusements; located at the end of the causeway, Victor Harbor.

                                                                                                                                Urimbirra Wildlife Park
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                                                                                                                                Hands on family friendly animal experience.

                                                                                                                                Chop It Axe Throwing
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                                                                                                                                Challenge yourself and your friends with chopping good fun while axe throwing.

                                                                                                                                All Sweets and Treats
                                                                                                                                  All Sweets

                                                                                                                                  All the sweets and treats one could dream of.

                                                                                                                                  SteamRanger Heritage Railway
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                                                                                                                                  Ride the Heritage Railway along the picturesque coast.

                                                                                                                                  Adventure
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                                                                                                                                    Embark upon a daring adventure, like a hair-raising abseil down the cliff at The Bluff or a wild quad biking escapade.

                                                                                                                                    Des’s Peninsula Taxi Service
                                                                                                                                      Des's Peninsula Taxi Service
                                                                                                                                      Lost Phoenix Farm
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                                                                                                                                        NRMA Victor Harbor Beachfront Holiday Park
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                                                                                                                                        Victor Harbor Holiday Park
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                                                                                                                                        Victor Harbor Holiday Park Waterpark And Waterslides

                                                                                                                                        Stay at the Victor Harbor Holiday and Cabin Park in the picturesque seaside town of Victor Harbor, South Australia, and make your next holiday a memory to last forever.

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