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New South Wales is an environmental wonderland and summer is the perfect time for packing your bags, rigging up the car and heading off for a week under the stars. Whether you like to rough it or enjoy a bit of luxury, our State offers something for everyone.

Here’s five of our favourite places to camp in NSW plus quick tips for first time campers and some really groovy camping gear to make the experience that much better.  Sandra Fabretti reports.

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1st September 2001

40 great camping tips

Kids peeping from tent

A camping holiday can be a wonderful experience for the whole family. These tips from the experts should ensure you have a camping holiday to remember, rather than one you'd like to forget.

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5th September 2001

Camping at Myall Lakes

Tranquil, pretty and peaceful, the waterways of Myall Lakes hold many charms for the work-weary holidaymaker. This is an area where you'll find camp sites that appeal to camping veterans and first timers alike. more...
5th September 2001

Choosing the right camp site

When selecting your camp site there are five main things to consider. Firstly pick a spot protected from the wind by using a line of trees, scrub or the lee of a hill as a windbreak. more...
12th September 2001

Camping on the Barrington Tops

This World Heritage-listed park encompasses two linked plateaus that peak at a heady 1,577 metres at Polblue Mountain. Up here, the air is crisp and clean and crystalline rivers cascade down steep, forested gullies. more...
5th September 2001

Camping first aid

Camping in the bush and getting away from it all can provide a wonderful break, however it can bring us into contact with hazards and creepy crawlies not often faced in city living. more...
5th September 2001

Easy camping meals

Pretty much anything tastes good when you've cooked it yourself over a campfire or a gas stove, so stick to easy, tasty meals.
Provided your trip doesn't last more than a few days, the best way to ensure a successful one is to plan your meals in advance. more...