South west
The South West is green, polished, and extremely popular. Well-sealed roads, excellent caravan parks, and plenty of towns make it an easy and comfortable region to travel. The trade-off is crowds, especially during school holidays, so booking ahead is essential if you want to linger.
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Walpole Rest Point Caravan Park – Review
Read more: Walpole Rest Point Caravan Park – ReviewWe headed straight here from our last campsite at Margaret River (Big Valley Campsite) which is about a 3 hour drive. The road is quite windy, through some fantastic forests so it’s worth taking your time rather than rushing. On arrival, we were greeted by a friendly and helpful receptionist who provided all the usual…
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Big Valley Campsite – Review
Read more: Big Valley Campsite – ReviewWe arrived at the Big Valley Campsite – Margaret River in the early afternoon, we had the usual greeting, and then we were guided to our site, which was in the Rear Paddock, a quieter area. We stayed here for 6 nights, it turned out there is a lot to see and do, and 6…
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Woodanilling Pool – Free Camp Review
Read more: Woodanilling Pool – Free Camp ReviewFree camps can sometimes be a bit of a gamble — you never quite know what you’re going to find when you pull in. Woodanilling Pool, however, turned out to be a very pleasant surprise, especially for a free camp. Located roughly halfway between Perth and Albany, it makes an ideal overnight stop if you…
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Panorama Caravan Park – Review
Read more: Panorama Caravan Park – ReviewWe arrived at Panorama Caravan Park early in the afternoon and were welcomed at reception by friendly and helpful staff. One of the staff members walked us over to our site and showed us the connections and facilities, which made settling in straightforward. We stayed here with friends for part of our visit and found…
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Denmark Rivermouth Caravan Park – Review
Read more: Denmark Rivermouth Caravan Park – ReviewWe liked this park. It was well sheltered from the wind, which is a big thing around here, and it’s also close to town and a few great spots to visit. At approximately 4.5 hours drive from Perth, it’s easy to see why this is such a popular spot for a weekend away or a…
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Cranbrook Caravan Park – Review
Read more: Cranbrook Caravan Park – ReviewThe caravan park and the town itself makes for a quiet place to spend a week. Cranbrook is small — just two shops, a 24-hour fuel station and a single hotel — but that’s part of its charm. It’s an excellent base to explore the surrounding region. We stayed for five nights on our way…
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Hopetoun Beachside Caravan Park – Review
Read more: Hopetoun Beachside Caravan Park – ReviewWe stayed here over the Christmas and New Year period, and it turned out to be a great choice for that time of year. The park is nicely sheltered from the wind and is close to both the beach and the town, which has most of the basics you’d need. Our Experience We didn’t really…