Top 20 Campgrounds on Australia’s Coral Coast

Stretching from Cervantes to Exmouth, Australia’s Coral Coast is a dream for road trippers and campers. With its turquoise waters, red cliffs, and endless starry skies, it’s the perfect region to slow down and connect with nature. Whether you prefer free camping under the stars or full-service holiday parks, here are 20 top campgrounds to base yourself along the Coral Coast.

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1. RAC Monkey Mia Dolphin Resort (Paid)

Famous for its resident dolphins, Monkey Mia is one of the Coral Coast’s most iconic destinations. RAC Monkey Mia Dolphin Resort places you right at the action, with beachfront camping and the chance to see wild dolphins up close each morning.

2. RAC Exmouth Cape Holiday Park (Paid)

Located at the gateway to Ningaloo Reef, this holiday park makes a great base for snorkelling, diving, and exploring Cape Range National Park. Facilities are modern and family-friendly, with powered and unpowered sites.

3. Tasman Holiday Parks – Kalbarri (Paid)

Close to Kalbarri National Park’s famous gorges and coastal cliffs, this holiday park combines comfort with adventure. After a day of hiking or kayaking, you’ll appreciate hot showers and camp kitchens.

4. RAC Cervantes Holiday Park (Paid)

Just minutes from the Pinnacles Desert, RAC Cervantes is a convenient stop with beachside camping and plenty of amenities. Great for families or anyone exploring Nambung National Park.

5. Tasman Holiday Parks – Denham Seaside (Paid)

Denham is the westernmost town in Australia, and this park offers unbeatable ocean views. It’s the perfect base for exploring Shark Bay World Heritage Area and Francois Peron National Park.

6. Whalebone Bay Campground (Paid)

A quiet coastal escape south of Denham, and while it offers basic facilities, it's the ultimate off the grid beach camping experinece.

7. BIG4 Dongara Denison Beach Holiday Park (Paid)

Set right on the beach, this BIG4 is a great option for families, with direct access to safe swimming, fishing, and long coastal walks. A perfect stopover between Perth and Kalbarri.

8. John Batten Community Hall (Free)

A simple, low-key community site that welcomes travellers. While facilities are basic, the location makes it a convenient overnight stop if you’re passing through the Coral Coast.

9. Galena Bridge Rest Area South (Free)

Set near the Murchison River, this rest stop provides space and scenery — a classic free camp on the Coral Coast.

10. Ningaloo Caravan and Holiday Resort (Paid)

In the heart of Exmouth, this resort-style park has great facilities and easy access to tours. Whether you’re diving with whale sharks or snorkelling at Turquoise Bay, this makes an ideal base.

11. Osprey Bay Campground (Paid)

Camp on the edge of the crystal clear waters of Osprey Bay that offers fantastic swimming and snorkelling right outside your tent!

12. Ningaloo Homestead (Free)

A rustic station stay experience with minimal facilities but plenty of character. Perfect for travellers who love remote camping and want to experience the authentic outback.

13. Coral Bay Peoples Park (Paid)

In Coral Bay itself, this beachfront park is an easy walk to Ningaloo Reef’s snorkelling spots. Stay a few nights to enjoy manta ray tours, turtle encounters, and laid-back beach days.

14. Tuarts Reserves Overnight RV Park (Free)

Not the flashiest campsite on the list, but its popular with our users thanks it being a pleasant, convenient overnight rest stop, this small free site is best suited to self-contained RVs. Handy if you’re between major towns on the Coral Coast.

15. Kalbarri Tudor Holiday Park (Paid)

Centrally located in Kalbarri town, this park is close to cafes, beaches, and the river. A comfortable option for exploring Kalbarri National Park’s hiking trails and lookouts.

16. Lake Indoon (Free)

Free camping area around Lake Indoon with toilets, showers and clean drinking water, located between Dongara and Cervantes.

17. Discovery Parks – Carnarvon (Paid)

Set near the Gascoyne River, this well-equipped holiday park offers easy access to Carnarvon’s fruit plantations and the Carnarvon Space Museum. Powered, unpowered, and cabin options are available.

18. Warroora Station (Paid)

A remote station stay with beach camping right on the Ningaloo Reef coastline. Simple facilities but unbeatable ocean views and stargazing make this a favourite for adventurous travellers.

19. Kalbarri Anchorage Holiday Park (Paid)

Nestled by the Murchison River, Anchorage is a relaxed spot with shady trees and family-friendly facilities. Great if you want a central base in Kalbarri without breaking the budget.

20. Bullara Station (Paid)

Between Coral Bay and Exmouth, Bullara Station is one of the Coral Coast’s most unique stays. Camp among red dirt and gum trees, enjoy a famous Bullara damper, and soak up authentic outback hospitality.

Free vs Paid Camping on the Coral Coast

If you’re road-tripping on a budget and don't mind roughing it with some basic (or no facilities), free camps are great for an overnight stop and some adventure. But for longer stays, and those looking for some comforts, the Coral Coast’s holiday parks and station stays offer all this plus unbeatable access to world-class natural attractions and stunning outback skies.

Whether you’re chasing wild dolphins in Monkey Mia, hiking Kalbarri’s gorges, or snorkelling Ningaloo Reef, these 20 campgrounds make the perfect base for your Coral Coast adventure.