Thread: Where can I camp?

Can't comment specifically on WA, but here in SA you can camp on beaches and in parks or reserves unless there is a sign specifically saying you can't.

It is getting harder and harder to free camp. 15-20 years ago there were a lot less restrictions.

If you are inventive you can get away with free camping almost anywhere. We did 8 weeks up the east coast to Cape York and back through the centre, and only stayed in a caravan park for 2 nights in Karumba (Far Nth Qld) because we were worried about the crocodiles! Other than that we managed every night in the roof-top tent in various parks, deserts, bylanes, and beaches.

There are some books with this stuff in them, state by state. Any camping shop will have them.

Regards
Max P

Spudboy - What sort of crocs are likely to get you when you are in a roof top tent?!?

Haven't you heard about the ladder climbing crocs around Karumba?

I guess they are related to the tree climbing dingoes on Fraser Island.

On another note, I am heading down your way in September. Mates wedding in the Barossa. I will probably stay with my folks in Bridgewater. I grew up living at Mount Osmond, just down the road a bit.

Hi Richard

Most WA towns have a tourist bureau where you can get the info you require and good local knowlege. Generally the camping gets less restrictive as you head north.
P.S. whach out for the drop bears in the heavily wooded areas,
Enjoy

Hi ,Not heard of drop bears but I know about the flying snakes

there's a few books that might be of value to you; 'a guide to priceless campsites & rest areas in the north of western australia' and 'a guide to priceless campsites & rest areas in the south of western australia', both by jan holland. as a general rule don't camp on the beach, the onshore winds are a bitch, try camp in the dunes just behind the beach; you'll usually find evidence of someone else thats camped there previously (campfire remains) & you'll still be within a stones throw of the beach, fishing, diving, surfing, etc etc.