Camping bookings
Before camping in a park, forest or similar reserve, you must obtain a camping permit and pay your camping fees.
Most camping areas can be booked online, by visiting an over-the-counter booking office or by phone. You must pay your camping fees to secure your booking.
- Book online
- Book over-the-counter
- Book by phone on 13 13 04
Some camping areas are heavily booked, especially on public holidays and school holidays. Book early - you can book up to 12 months in advance of your planned visit. Booking at least six weeks in advance is recommended.
Booking number and camping tag
You will receive a booking number confirming that your camping permit has been booked and paid for. The ranger will use this number to confirm your stay at the camping area.
You must write your booking number on a camping tag and display it at your campsite (on the tent or camping structure). You will be informed how to obtain camping tags - they are generally provided at the camping area or at a stipulated collection point.
Self-registration
At some parks and forests, you can pay your fees at a self-registration shelter. Self-registration and on-site payment of camping fees is used in parks and forests where camper numbers are usually low (less than 40 percent of campground capacity) and where online or phone bookings do not meet visitor needs. Permits may also be available by self-registration at popular campgrounds during off-peak times. Be sure to check if the park or forest you plan to visit has self-registration available before arrival.
Under the self-registration system you write out your own permit. Include your camping fees (cash, cheque or credit card details) and place it in the secure box at the self-registration station in the camping area. Where self-registration is available, signs will indicate how to obtain a permit and what fees apply.
Pre-paid camping credits
Camping credits allow frequent or nomadic campers an easier way to pay for camping. By buying camping credits in advance you can pay for online or self-registration campsites on the road without providing credit card or personal details for each booking.
You can buy your camping credits online, by visiting an over-the-counter booking office or by phoning 13 13 04. Credits can be used to pay for online and self-registration camping permits and also vehicle access permits. They are valid for 12 months and credits unused at the end of this time are forfeited.
Camping credits do not guarantee or reserve a place at camping areas, as bookings are subject to availability. Customers with credits must have a valid camping permit before setting up camp.
Note: Credits cannot be used for camping at Great Walk campsites.
Changing or cancelling bookings
Bookings may be altered, subject to availability, if sufficient notice is given. Bookings can be cancelled but you may not be entitled to a refund. To find out more, download the refund operational policy.
Last updated: 15 April 2009