Camping in and around Jindabyne is the ideal way to enjoy the region’s natural beauty year-round. In summer, campers can explore Lake Jindabyne for kayaking or boating, and venture into Kosciuszko National Park for bushwalks and mountain biking. In winter, campers can stay warm in a van or cosy cabin while enjoying nearby ski resorts like Thredbo and Perisher—all without spending a fortune. These eight camping spots offer the best locations for experiencing the outdoors around Jindabyne and the Snowy Mountains.
1. NRMA Jindabyne Holiday Park
Best for: families, couples, central location
Located right in the centre of town and beside Lake Jindabyne, NRMA Jindabyne Holiday Park is perfect for budget-friendly access to Perisher or Thredbo and exploring Kosciuszko National Park. It’s within walking distance to shops, restaurants, and bars, offering both convenience and a beautiful lakeside view—especially stunning at sunrise and sunset.
The park offers powered and unpowered campsites, some of which are dog-friendly. Accommodation options include budget cabins, modern tiny homes, and converted shipping containers called “Glamtainers.” Amenities include a snow gear drying room, pizza oven in the camp kitchen, e-bike hire, children’s playground, and a communal campfire.
2. Glamping in the Snowy Mountains
Best for: couples, seclusion, off-grid
Just 10 minutes from Jindabyne and 20 minutes from Kosciuszko National Park, this off-grid safari-style tent on a 30-hectare property offers luxurious seclusion. It includes a queen bed, lounge, kitchenette with coffee machine, gas heater, separate bathroom facilities, and magnificent mountain views.
Guests can relax in two outdoor tubs after a day exploring the mountains. Located near the Snowy River, the soothing sounds of water add to the peaceful ambience.
3. Discovery Parks Jindabyne
Best for: families, views, central location
This lakeside campground on the edge of Jindabyne offers various accommodation options, including unpowered/powered sites and two-bedroom cabins with fireplaces. It’s a convenient hub for ski trips and national park excursions.
Families will enjoy outdoor games, a tennis court, playground, and bouncing pillow. The park also features a sauna, barbecue areas, and a kiosk, with the town just a short drive away for dining options.
4. Thredbo Diggings Campground
Best for: families, groups, nature
Situated on Thredbo River within Kosciuszko National Park, this campground is a 20-minute drive from Jindabyne and near summer adventure trails. Campers can enjoy tent sites under snow gums with panoramic mountain views across 41 campsites.
The site includes picnic tables, barbecues, and toilets. Bring your own firewood and drinking water. From here, explore Bullocks Track (a 5km return walk) or bike along Thredbo Valley Track. The river is ideal for fly fishing, especially for brown and rainbow trout.
5. Ngarigo Campground
Best for: families, groups, nature
Also nestled along Thredbo River in Kosciuszko National Park, Ngarigo Campground offers 30 sites among tall alpine ash forests. Activities include trout fishing, bushwalking to Thredbo Alpine Village, mountain biking, and horseback riding in the Snowy Mountains.
Facilities include picnic tables, barbecues, and toilets. Campers must bring their own firewood and drinking water.
6. Snowy River Holiday Park
Best for: families, seclusion, history
Located in the historic village of Dalgety—30 minutes east of Jindabyne—this pet-friendly holiday park sits by the Snowy River, the only remaining town on its banks after the Snowy Hydro Scheme. It’s a peaceful setting with easy access to Kosciuszko National Park for hiking or skiing.
The park offers self-contained cabins and both powered and unpowered sites across two hectares. Amenities include a drying room, communal firepit, kitchen, and barbecue area.
7. Kosciuszko Tourist Park
Best for: families, nature, seclusion
Located inside Kosciuszko National Park, Australia’s highest tourist park is just 15 minutes from Jindabyne and close to ski resorts. It’s surrounded by snow gums and offers powered/unpowered sites, simple cabins, and two- to three-bedroom chalets accommodating up to eight people.
Some cabins have recently been updated with modern features. Facilities include a camp kitchen, drying room, and private firepits. In winter, the area often receives snowfall, making it a true alpine camping experience.
8. Island Bend Campground
Best for: families, seclusion, nature
Near Perisher and along the Snowy River, Island Bend Campground is perfect for summer and winter adventures. Activities include bushwalking, biking, canoeing, swimming, and skiing. It’s also close to Guthega Power Station, a gateway to backcountry hiking and historic huts.
The campground features 70 sites for tents and camper trailers, picnic tables, barbecues, and toilets. Visitors must bring drinking water and firewood for the fire rings.
Enjoy the Seasons in Jindabyne’s Wilderness
Whether you’re glamping off-grid, fishing in alpine rivers, or setting up a cosy cabin for ski season, Jindabyne and its surrounding areas offer a camping experience to suit every taste. From family-friendly parks to secluded riverside escapes, there’s no shortage of unforgettable spots to pitch your tent or park your van in the Snowy Mountains.
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