North West
The North West is rugged, remote, and not for rushing. Expect long drives, dramatic landscapes, and some of the most memorable camping spots in the state. This region is all about timing, weather, and self-sufficiency, but for those prepared, it delivers big rewards.
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Imintji Campground – Review
Read more: Imintji Campground – ReviewImintji Campground was our second campground along the Gibb River Road after leaving Birdwood Downs station. After spending around 3–4 hours on the road, including roughly 100 km of corrugated dirt road, we were more than ready to set up camp for a few days. The campground is managed by Tex, who was friendly, welcoming…
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Birdwood Downs Station – Review
Read more: Birdwood Downs Station – ReviewBirdwood Downs Station is a station stay and bush-style campground near Derby, at the start of the Gibb River Road. We stayed here in June 2026 and found it a safe, quiet base within easy reach of Derby, with plenty of space, shade, and a relaxed station-camp feel. It is not a polished caravan park,…
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Discovery Parks – Broome Review
Read more: Discovery Parks – Broome ReviewWe stayed at Discovery Parks – Broome in mid-May 2026, choosing a powered site for our stay while exploring Broome and the Dampier Peninsular. We were also preparing for the next leg of our trip, the Gibb River Rd. For us, this is one of those caravan parks where paying for a powered site makes…
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Port Hedland Turf Club – Freecamp Review
Read more: Port Hedland Turf Club – Freecamp ReviewPort Hedland Turf Club is a free camp in the North West of WA, set up as a large, level red dirt area close to town. It is not a scenic bush camp, and there is no shelter, but it is practical if you are fully self-contained and want a handy base near Port Hedland.…
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2 Camel Creek – Freecamp Review
Read more: 2 Camel Creek – Freecamp Review2 Camel Creek is a free 24 hour rest stop in the North West of WA. It is a basic stopover rather than a destination, but for what we needed it did the job. It had a sealed surface, drop toilets, bins, shaded tables, and enough room for other campers to settle in for the…
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Tom Price Tourist Park – Review
Read more: Tom Price Tourist Park – ReviewTom Price Tourist Park turned out to be a very practical base for exploring Karijini National Park and the surrounding Pilbara region. While the park is not located within the national park itself, it provides convenient access to many of Karijini’s most popular attractions, including Dales Gorge, Fortescue Falls, and Fern Pool. We stayed here…
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Beasley River Rest Area – Freecamp
Read more: Beasley River Rest Area – FreecampIf you are traveling on the Nanutarra Manjina Rd, then this 24 hour rest stop is worth considering. We arrived in the mid afternoon and, being the first ones there, had our pick of the sites. It didn’t take long before other campers started rolling in. Quick Facts Our Experience The campsite has a upper…
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Yannarie (Barradale) – Freecamp
Read more: Yannarie (Barradale) – FreecampIf you are heading along the Northwest Coastal Hwy, north of Carnarvon, then this could be a good rest stop to consider. This is one of those 24 hour freecamps, which in typical WA style has all the basic features most travelers require. Quick Facts Our Experience Yannarie (Barradale) Free Camp is set beside a…