Some of Australia's best horse camping is in state forests and national parks. In Queensland, try Peach Trees in Jimna State Forest or Clancys in Benarkin State Forest. In Victoria, the Bogong High Plains horse camps in the Alpine National Park are open in summer. In NSW, Kosciuszko National Park has dedicated horse camps like Geehi and Tom Groggin. Book ahead, check the rules for horses at each site, and take a camper horse float or Overnighter so you can sleep right next to your horses.
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Why camp with your horse
G'day, Wes here. Ask any of our Overnighter owners about their best weekends and you'll hear about the trips: a morning ride through state forest, a campfire at night, and waking up to your horses munching hay outside. Horse camping is one of the best ways to enjoy your horse away from the arena, and Australia has some fantastic spots to do it.
Here are some of the best-known horse-friendly campgrounds in Queensland, Victoria and NSW, plus what to know before you go. Rules, closures and facilities change, so always check the park's website and book before you head off.
Horse camping in Queensland
South East Queensland has a network of horse trails through parks and state forests, with a few campgrounds where you can stay overnight with your horse.
Peach Trees, Jimna State Forest
- A horse paddock beside the Peach Trees camping area holds up to 20 horses in electric yards. Bring your own electric tape.
- Horses stay in the paddock, not in the camping area itself.
- Ride on state forest roads and the South East Queensland horse trail network. Horses aren't allowed on walking tracks.
- Book your camping permit in advance through Queensland Parks and Wildlife Service.
Clancys, Benarkin State Forest
- Clancys is the camping area for horses in Benarkin State Forest, near Blackbutt. Horses aren't allowed at Emu Creek.
- Camp near your horse, and tether or yard them uphill from the fenced area. Water horses downstream from camp, or carry water to them.
- It's a great base for the Brisbane Valley Rail Trail, the Bicentennial National Trail and the Blackbutt trails network.
- Camping permits must be booked before you arrive. They can't be issued on site.
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Horse camping in Victoria
Bogong High Plains, Alpine National Park
For many riders, the Victorian High Country is the ultimate horse camping trip. Parks Victoria runs horse camps on the Bogong High Plains during the summer season, from 1 December to 30 April.
- Pretty Valley: yards for up to 20 horses, plus campsites, fireplaces and basic toilets.
- Langfords West: yards for up to 10 horses, with the same basic facilities.
- Diamantina Yards (West Kiewa): yards for up to 15 horses, with lower-elevation riding and access to the High Plains via Westons Spur.
- Remote huts such as Fitzgerald Hut, Kelly Hut and Tawonga Huts have no yards, but temporary yards are allowed.
Yards can be booked in advance through Parks Victoria at no cost, and booking is recommended even for small groups. Parties of more than five horses need a permit. Roads and tracks in the High Country can close for weather and park operations, so check Parks Victoria before you travel.
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Horse camping in NSW
Kosciuszko National Park
Kosciuszko has some of Australia's best-known horse camps, especially in the Khancoban, High Plains and Selwyn areas. Outside winter, you can base camp with your horse at designated campgrounds, including:
- Geehi horse camp and Tom Groggin horse camp (Khancoban area): dedicated horse camps on the Tom Groggin to Geehi section of the national trail. Park entry fees apply.
- Wares Yards and Bullocks Hill (Selwyn area)
- Ghost Gully, Cooinbil Hut, Long Plain Hut and Old Snowy (High Plains area)
Facilities vary from site to site, so check each campground's page on the NSW National Parks website for yards, water and access before you go.
Washpool National Park
Near Tenterfield, Four Bull Hut has horse yards about 200 metres from the accommodation, if you'd like a roof over your head for a night.
Further afield
- The Bicentennial National Trail runs thousands of kilometres from Cooktown in Queensland to Healesville in Victoria, with campsites along the way. It's the big one on many riders' wish lists.
- Private horse stays: plenty of farms and studs around Australia offer camping with horse yards. Booking sites and local riding clubs are good places to find them.
- Showgrounds and equestrian centres often allow camping with horses, especially during events. Ask the venue.
Before you go
- Book ahead. Most park campgrounds need a camping permit, and some yards need to be reserved.
- Check the rules for horses. Many parks only allow horses in certain camping areas or on certain trails.
- Check for closures due to fire, weather, floods or park operations.
- Plan water. Many horse camps have limited or no water for horses. Take plenty.
- Ask about feed rules. Some parks ask you to bring weed-free feed to protect native areas.
- Check your horse's fitness for the trails you're planning, and practise loading at home. Read the loading guide
- Run your pre-tow checklist, and stay under your float's ATM and your vehicle's GCM, especially on dirt roads and steep climbs. Read the pre-tow checklist
- Tell someone your plans. Phone coverage is patchy in the High Country and forests.
Horse camping packing list
For your horses
- Electric tape, posts and an energiser for temporary yards
- Water containers and buckets
- Hay and hard feed for the whole trip, plus extra
- Headstalls, leads and a spare of each
- Saddles, bridles and saddle bags
- Rugs for cold alpine nights
- Hoof boots or a spare set of shoes
- Equine first aid kit
For you
- Bedding, food, cooking gear and drinking water
- Warm clothes and wet weather gear
- Head torch and spare batteries
- Maps, as you may lose phone signal
- First aid kit
- Rubbish bags. Take everything home with you.
For a full list of gear, see our horse show packing list.
Why a camper horse float makes it easy
You can camp with your horse with a swag and a day float. But a camper horse float turns a weekend in the bush into a proper holiday.
- Sleep right beside your horses. A bed in the float means you can hear your horses through the night.
- Stay dry and warm. No more packing up a wet tent in the rain.
- Cook and keep food cold. A kitchen and fridge mean real meals around camp.
- Set up fast. Arrive, unload the horses, and you're set up.
EuroFloat camper floats and Overnighters
- Deluxe camper floats add 240V power, a 240V fridge, a microwave and a caravan door to a 2-horse float, from $23,990.
- Overnighters add a separate living area with beds and a kitchen. Two-horse Overnighters are $41,500 to $43,990.
- The Ultimate Overnighter 3.1 carries three horses with living, at $49,500.
- Upgrades for camping include awnings, a cowboy shower, an electric shower, a 12V battery pack, double-panel aluminium yards and a BBQ box. See float upgrades
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Many of our customers tell us EuroFloat is the best horse float in Australia, and it's why we've become one of Australia's most trusted horse float brands with riders who want to get out and explore.
- Australian owned and operated, with showrooms on the Gold Coast and in Melbourne.
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- A 2-Year Warranty and an 11-Year Aluminium Flooring System warranty on every new float. Conditions apply.
- Finance available through iCREDIT, with terms up to 7 years.
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Questions buyers ask
Where can I camp with my horse in Queensland?
Popular options include Peach Trees in Jimna State Forest, which has a horse paddock for up to 20 horses, and Clancys in Benarkin State Forest near Blackbutt. Book your camping permit through Queensland Parks and Wildlife Service before you go.
Where can I camp with my horse in Victoria?
The Bogong High Plains in the Alpine National Park has horse camps with yards at Pretty Valley, Langfords West and Diamantina Yards, open from 1 December to 30 April. Book through Parks Victoria.
Can I camp with horses in Kosciuszko National Park?
Yes. Outside winter, you can base camp with your horse at designated campgrounds, including Geehi and Tom Groggin horse camps. Check the NSW National Parks website for each site's facilities.
What is a camper horse float?
A camper horse float adds living comforts to a horse float. A EuroFloat Deluxe adds 240V power, a fridge and a microwave, and an Overnighter adds a separate living area with beds and a kitchen.
How much is a horse float with living?
EuroFloat two-horse Overnighters are $41,500 to $43,990, and the three-horse Overnighter 3.1 is $49,500.
Do I need to book horse camping sites?
Usually, yes. Most park campgrounds need a camping permit, and some horse yards need to be reserved. Check with the park before you go.
Plan your next horse camping trip
Walk through an Overnighter at our Gold Coast or Melbourne showroom, by appointment, and test drive one behind your own vehicle. EuroFloat is Australian owned and operated.
Campground details from Queensland Parks and Wildlife Service, Parks Victoria and NSW National Parks, October 2026. Facilities, fees, seasons and closures change, so always check with the park before you travel. Prices as listed on eurofloat.com.au; each model page shows the current price.
