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Parara Bush Camp

Ardrossan, SA
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CampgroundToiletsCaravansPets WelcomeFire PlaceTent Site

About this campsite

Parara Bush Camp is an enchanting getaway nestled in the beautiful Yorke Peninsula. Operated by the Yorke Peninsula Council, it is one of 19 designated bush camping sites that urge a closer interaction with nature. A permit is required, granting access to all 19 campgrounds, offering abundant flexibility for adventurous explorers. The camp offers a unique wilderness experience, perfect for outdoor enthusiasts seeking serenity and natural beauty. Embrace the remote and refreshing tranquility of Parara Bush Camp and create unforgettable memories.

There are many secluded spots to camp on Yorke Peninsula, with 19 sites designated as campgrounds by Yorke Peninsula Council. A permit is required to camp at these places, with the permit transferable between all 19 campgrounds. Camping is only permitted at these designated sites. The permit costs $10 per night, $50 per week, $150 per month, or $500 for an annual permit, with generous discounts for local rate payers. Bush camping permits can also be obtained form website https://yorke.sa.gov.au/bush-camping-permit/ Alternatively, please call 1800 202 445.

What this place offers

Amenities

Toilets

Accommodation Types

Caravans
Campground
Tent Site

Fees

Camping Fee

Rules & Accessibility

Pets Welcome

Other Features

Dump point and water at Ardrossan
TV Reception
Camp Trailers
Popular crabbing and fishing spot
Long Rig
Unknown feature
BYO firewood-gas/fuel stoves preferred
Take all rubbish with you
Generators Allowed
BYO water
Mobile Phone Coverage
Fire Place

Location

Parara Bush Camp•Parara Rd, Ardrossan, SA, 5571

Weather Forecast

Data from MET Norway
MON🌦️
15° / 8°
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TUE🌦️
16° / 9°
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WED☁️
16° / 9°
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THU☁️
21° / 11°
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FRI🌧️
22° / 15°
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Common questions about Parara Bush Camp

What facilities does Parara Bush Camp have?

Parara Bush Camp has dump point and water at ardrossan, tv reception, camp trailers, popular crabbing and fishing spot, long rig and toilets. That is the short list; 17 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 Parara Bush Camp?

The record for Parara Bush Camp 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 Parara Bush Camp online?

We hold no online booking link for Parara Bush Camp, so it is not bookable through this page. Many parks and showgrounds still require a booking, so contact the operator before you go. Their website or phone number is the fastest way to confirm a site.

Where is Parara Bush Camp?

Parara Bush Camp sits in Ardrossan, 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 Parara Bush Camp

Facilities recorded for Parara Bush Camp
FacilityOn site
Dump point and water at ArdrossanYes
TV ReceptionYes
Camp TrailersYes
Popular crabbing and fishing spotYes
Long RigYes
ToiletsYes
Yes
BYO firewood-gas/fuel stoves preferredYes
Take all rubbish with youYes
CaravansYes
Generators AllowedYes
BYO waterYes
Pets WelcomeYes
Camping FeeYes
CampgroundYes
Mobile Phone CoverageYes
Fire PlaceYes
Tent SiteYes

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Parara Rd

Ardrossan, SA 5571

Parara Bush Camp