Allambie’s Camp | Private Station Stay Camping near Bourke NSW

Experience genuine outback hospitality and serenity at Allambie’s Camp, a delightful private station stay located just a short 9-kilometre drive from the historic heart of Bourke. This well-maintained campground offers a fantastic alternative to crowded free camps or caravan parks, providing travellers with spacious, private sites where they can truly relax and connect with the bush. Set on a working property, Allambie’s gives you a taste of station life while providing excellent amenities for a comfortable stay. The hosts are renowned for their warm welcome, ensuring you feel right at home from the moment you arrive. One of the standout features is the clean and modern amenities block, complete with hot showers and flushing toilets—a welcome luxury for any outback traveller. The sites are large, flat, and well-spaced, accommodating everything from tents to large motorhomes. Being pet-friendly, it’s the perfect spot for your furry companions to safely enjoy the wide-open spaces alongside you. Campers can enjoy classic outback evenings around a campfire in the provided fire pits, gazing up at a sky blanketed with stars, far from city light pollution. The property’s proximity to the Darling River also offers opportunities for fishing or simply enjoying a peaceful walk along the banks. Allambie’s Camp serves as an ideal and secure base for exploring all that Bourke has to offer, including the Back O’ Bourke Exhibition Centre, the historic wharf, and the scenic river cruises. With its combination of peaceful seclusion, excellent facilities, and convenient location, Allambie’s Camp is a top choice for discerning campers looking for a memorable and comfortable stay in the NSW outback. Bookings are essential, so be sure to plan your visit in advance.

Campsite Information

• Location: A private station, approximately 9km from the centre of Bourke.
• Site Suitable For: Tents, camper trailers, caravans, motorhomes.
• Road Access: Good quality unsealed road, suitable for 2WD in dry conditions.
• Site Surface: Dirt and natural grassed areas.
• Camping Permitted: Yes, paid camping. Bookings are essential.
• Maximum Overnight Stays: As per booking.
• Number of Powered Sites: None. This is an unpowered station stay.
• Number of Un-powered Sites: Limited number of spacious, designated sites.
• Facilities: Excellent amenities including flushing toilets and hot showers.
• Picnic Tables: Not generally provided at sites.
• Potable Water: Available at the amenities. Not recommended for filling caravan tanks without host permission.
• Mobile Phone Coverage: Good Telstra coverage. Other providers may be limited.
• TV Reception: Possible with a good antenna.
• Onsite Public Toilets: Yes, flushing toilets and showers available for guests.
• Ullage / Dump Point: No. Nearest is in Bourke.
• Drive Through Sites: Yes, some sites may be drive-through.
• Rubbish Bins: Limited bins available. Taking your rubbish with you is preferred.
• Open Fires: Permitted in designated fire pits, subject to local fire bans.
• Generator Use: Permitted, with considerate usage hours.
• Number of Sites Available: Limited. Bookings essential.
• Essentials to Bring: Booking confirmation, food supplies, firewood.
• Pet Friendly: Yes, a key feature of the camp. Pets must be well-behaved.
• Fishing: Yes, access to the nearby Darling River.
• Short Walks: Yes, around the property and along the river.