Holder Bend Reserve and Boat Ramp

Waikerie, SA

Waikerie, SA

At a glanceFree campsite

Free CampingCaravansswimmingRiver FishingBoat RampPets WelcomeFishing Spot

About this campsite

Holder Bend Reserve & Boat Ramp is a scenic camping spot located on the bank of the picturesque Murray River, just east of Waikerie. The site offers a gently sloping concrete boat ramp that's suitable for 2WD tow vehicles. Despite limited shade and lack of facilities, its level camping area offers ample space for setting up rigs, making it ideal for boat owners, fishing enthusiasts, and nature lovers seeking a unique outdoor experience.

Holder Bend Reserve & Boat Ramp is a vibrant and exciting camping area located on the appealing Murray River bank. Optimally positioned just east of Waikerie, off Holder Bottom Road, it offers visitors a quintessential outdoor experience loaded with convenience and versatility. Despite its pastoral charm, the site has adequate provisions for urban amenities. One key feature is its concrete boat ramp. Designed with a gentle slope that leads seamlessly to the river, it flawlessly caters to 2WD tow vehicles. Notably, these makes Holder Bend Reserve an ideal spot for boating enthusiasts seeking a mixed experience of water adventure and camping. The landscape's levelness offers various convenient spaces for setting up camping rigs. Although this spot offers limited shade, its unique location and the captivating ambiance more than compensate for it. So, if you're after a unique camping experience where serenity meets adventure, feel free to explore Holder Bend Reserve & Boat Ramp.

How to Get There

From waypoint on Sturt Highway, turn north onto Holder-Top Road, taking left fork onto Holder Bottom Road. Continue around S bend and turn left onto Holder Bend Reserve where the road starts to straighten out. (See sign post.) Campsites on bank of the river.

What this place offers

Activities

Public Boat Ramp

Boat Ramp

Fishing

Fishing Spot

Accommodation Types

Camping Area

Caravans

Free Camping

Facilities

Shade

Rules & Accessibility

Pets Welcome

Other Features

Day Rest Area

Lookout

On the bank of the Murray River

Concrete boat ramp

Boat Ramps

Long Rig

swimming

Beware of falling branches if seeking a shaded spot

Unknown feature

Maximum stay 7 days

River Fishing

Bird Watching

boating and canoeing

Free Overnight Camp

Walking

Canoeing Kayaking

Mobile Phone Coverage

Maximum 7 days

Beautiful sunsets

Photo Opportunity

Location

Holder Bend Reserve and Boat Ramp•Holder Bottom Road, Waikerie, SA, 5330

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Weather Forecast

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TODAY🌦️

22° / 13°

💧 75%

TUE☁️

22° / 10°

💧 6%

WED☀️

21° / 8°

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THU🌤️

26° / 8°

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FRI🌦️

24° / 14°

💧 55%

Common questions about Holder Bend Reserve and Boat Ramp

Is Holder Bend Reserve and Boat Ramp free to camp at?

We have Holder Bend Reserve and Boat Ramp in Waikerie, SA recorded as a free camp, but we have not confirmed that with the operator, so treat it as unconfirmed. Sites change hands and councils bring in fees, so check the current rate before you commit to the drive.

What facilities does Holder Bend Reserve and Boat Ramp have?

Holder Bend Reserve and Boat Ramp has day rest area, lookout, on the bank of the murray river, camping area, caravans and concrete boat ramp. That is the short list; 28 facilities are recorded for this site in total. The list comes from the site record rather than a visit, so treat it as a guide.

Are dogs allowed at Holder Bend Reserve and Boat Ramp?

The record for Holder Bend Reserve and Boat Ramp lists "Pets Welcome", so dogs are welcome here. National parks and conservation areas nearby often take a different view, so check the rules for any day trips you have planned. Keep them on a lead around other campers and clean up after them, and nobody has a problem with it.

Can you book Holder Bend Reserve and Boat Ramp online?

We hold no online booking link for Holder Bend Reserve and Boat Ramp, so it is not bookable through this page. For sites like this, turning up early in the day is the surest way to get a spot, particularly in peak season.

Where is Holder Bend Reserve and Boat Ramp?

Holder Bend Reserve and Boat Ramp sits in Waikerie, SA. The map on this page shows the exact spot, and the coordinates travel straight into your navigation app. Check road conditions before you set out if you are towing, since access tracks can change with the weather.

Facilities at Holder Bend Reserve and Boat Ramp

Facilities recorded for Holder Bend Reserve and Boat Ramp
Facility	On site
Day Rest Area	Yes
Lookout	Yes
On the bank of the Murray River	Yes
Camping Area	Yes
Caravans	Yes
Concrete boat ramp	Yes
Boat Ramps	Yes
Long Rig	Yes
swimming	Yes
Beware of falling branches if seeking a shaded spot	Yes
	Yes
Maximum stay 7 days	Yes
River Fishing	Yes
Public Boat Ramp	Yes
Bird Watching	Yes
boating and canoeing	Yes
Boat Ramp	Yes
Free Overnight Camp	Yes
Walking	Yes
Canoeing Kayaking	Yes
Shade	Yes
Mobile Phone Coverage	Yes
Fishing	Yes
Maximum 7 days	Yes
Pets Welcome	Yes
Free Camping	Yes
Beautiful sunsets	Yes
Photo Opportunity	Yes
Fishing Spot	Yes

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