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South Croppies Point Camping Area - Waterhouse Cons Area

Launceston & Northern Tasmania
At a glanceFree campsite
Free CampingPets WelcomeCaravansTent Site

About this campsite

Free dispersed camping at South Croppies Point in Waterhouse Conservation Area. No facilities. Self-contained camping with coastal access, dogs allowed, campfires permitted.

South Croppies Point Camping Area sits within Waterhouse Conservation Area near Bridport in Tasmania's far north-east. This free, first-come-first-served campground offers dispersed camping around the northern side of the point and along South Croppies Road. Campers must be fully self-contained as no facilities are provided on site. The conservation area features heathland vegetation and wetland communities, with opportunities for swimming, fishing, kayaking and diving. Dogs on leads are permitted, and campfires are allowed. The area provides access to coastal activities and quiet bushland surroundings.

What this place offers

Accommodation Types

Caravans
Tent Site
Free Camping

Rules & Accessibility

Pets Welcome

Location

South Croppies Point Camping Area - Waterhouse Cons Area•TAS

Weather Forecast

via Open-Meteo
TODAY🌤️
13° / 6°
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THU🌤️
16° / 8°
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FRI☁️
18° / 8°
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SAT🌦️
18° / 13°
💧 65%
SUN🌦️
16° / 11°
💧 39%

Common questions about South Croppies Point Camping Area - Waterhouse Cons Area

Is South Croppies Point Camping Area - Waterhouse Cons Area free to camp at?

We have South Croppies Point Camping Area - Waterhouse Cons Area in TAS recorded as a free camp, but we have not confirmed that with the operator, so treat it as unconfirmed. Sites change hands and councils bring in fees, so check the current rate before you commit to the drive.

What facilities does South Croppies Point Camping Area - Waterhouse Cons Area have?

South Croppies Point Camping Area - Waterhouse Cons Area has pets welcome, caravans, tent site and free camping. Facilities at camps change, particularly after a wet season, so check the operator or the managing authority if one of them decides your trip.

Are dogs allowed at South Croppies Point Camping Area - Waterhouse Cons Area?

The record for South Croppies Point Camping Area - Waterhouse Cons Area lists "Pets Welcome", so dogs are welcome here. National parks and conservation areas nearby often take a different view, so check the rules for any day trips you have planned.

Can you book South Croppies Point Camping Area - Waterhouse Cons Area online?

We hold no online booking link for South Croppies Point Camping Area - Waterhouse Cons Area, so it is not bookable through this page. Many parks and showgrounds still require a booking, so contact the operator before you go. Their website or phone number is the fastest way to confirm a site.

Where is South Croppies Point Camping Area - Waterhouse Cons Area?

South Croppies Point Camping Area - Waterhouse Cons Area sits in TAS. The map on this page shows the exact spot, and the coordinates travel straight into your navigation app. Check road conditions before you set out if you are towing, since access tracks can change with the weather.

Facilities at South Croppies Point Camping Area - Waterhouse Cons Area

Facilities recorded for South Croppies Point Camping Area - Waterhouse Cons Area
FacilityOn site
Pets WelcomeYes
CaravansYes
Tent SiteYes
Free CampingYes

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Free camp — fee unconfirmed

We hold this as a free camp but have not confirmed the fee — check before you go

Free campsite — no booking needed, sites are first come, first served.

Listed as a free camp — we have not confirmed the fee with the operator
Councils and new owners do bring in fees, so ring ahead or check signage
Check the weather & fire outlook below before you go
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Fire Danger
Today
13°·46%·17km/h
No Rating
Tomorrow
16°·49%·17km/h
No Rating
Fri
18°·60%·19km/h
No Rating
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South Croppies Point Camping Area - Waterhouse Cons Area

Free · no booking needed