RV Camps and Caravan Parks - The Convict Trail

Richmond

Richmond Tourist Park

 

48 Middle Tea Tree Rd, Richmond
Website
Ph. (03) 6260-2192

-42.738082, 147.424289

 

Nestled just 1 km from the charming historic village of Richmond, Richmond Caravan & Cabin Park is a peaceful and welcoming base for exploring southern Tasmania. Only a 20-minute drive from Hobart, it offers a range of accommodation — from self-contained cabins to powered and unpowered camping sites.

The park is well-equipped with a campers’ kitchen, gas barbecues, a half-size tennis court, games room, children’s playground, and a solar-heated swimming pool (open in warmer months).

 Cabins are cosy and functional, featuring tea and coffee facilities, cooking amenities, TV, heating and electric blankets — some even include two bedrooms for groups or families.

From here, guests can stroll into Richmond’s village to enjoy craft shops, galleries, tearooms, and the iconic sandstone bridge over the Coal River.

Nearby attractions include Bonorong Wildlife Park, ZooDoo, and wine country in the Coal River Valley, making the park an ideal base for exploring both heritage and nature. 

 

415 Primrose Sands Road, Primrose Sands
Ph.03 62655655
-42.886261, 147.669547

$ - Dogs OK. Great place for a base with power for only $7.50 a night! Staff and locals were very friendly and welcoming. Depending how long your extension lead is you may be near the smokers area which can be a bit loud on some nights. Lovely meals for under $20..

Dunally

 

Dunalley Hotel Campsite

 

Arthur Hwy. Dunalley
Ph. (03) 6253 5101
-42.893344, 147.806006

The Dunalley Hotel Campsite offers a no-cost, large grassy paddock adjacent to the hotel, making it an ideal stopover for self-contained travellers. 

This campsite is tailored for caravans, motorhomes, camper trailers and big rigs rather than tents—only fully self-contained vehicles are permitted.

 Facilities are minimal: visitors rely on the hotel’s toilets when open and must bring their own water and provisions, though what it lacks in services it makes up for in space, tranquillity and location.

Great spot behind the pub - lots of room for big rigs as well as small campers. No shade but good for solar. Great water view. Porta-loo provided for use during the night.

 

Sunset Beach

 

Sunset Beach Holiday Spot - Camp Site

 

3532 Arthur Highway, Murdunna
Ph (03) 62535257

-42.917927, 147.82419

 

$ - Dogs OK, Self contained.

Tucked away on the serene shores of Murdunna in Tasmania’s southeast, Sunset Beach Holiday Spot is a tranquil haven for caravanners and motorhome travellers. Located at 3532 Arthur Highway, the site offers a flat, private beachfront setting with sweeping coastal views and unforgettable Tasmanian sunsets.

While there are no powered sites, the campground provides clean, well-maintained facilities including flush toilets, hot showers, a camp kitchen, bins, a boat ramp, and a dump point. 

Spaces are limited and tents are not permitted due to wind exposure, so booking ahead (or calling host Harvey) is strongly advised — and arriving before 6 pm helps ensure a spot.

Taranna

 

Taranna Cottages & S/C Vans - Camp Site

 

corner arthur highway & nubeena road.
Website
Ph. (03) 6250 3436

-43.063013, 147.862228

 

$$ - Dogs OK, self contained, Rural setting in lush pastures, plenty of space, close to all peninsula cultural and natural attractions. Friendly hosts, provided local tourism info. Bonus cafe serves GREAT coffee and has an historical interpretive museum. A must see if you appreciate history. Great value.

 

Port Arthur

 

Port Arthur Holiday Park Caravan Park

 

Garden Point, Port Arthur
Website
1800 607 057

  -43.131863, 147.856631

 

$$ - No dogs.  

 

Nestled on the rugged Tasman Peninsula, Port Arthur Holiday Park offers a truly unforgettable base for exploring one of Tasmania’s most historic regions. Spread across roughly 40 acres of native bushland, the park hugs the shores of Stewart’s Bay, providing a peaceful, scenic retreat just a short walk from the world‑heritage listed Port Arthur Historic Site.

Accommodation caters to all styles of traveller — from cosy studio, one- and two-bedroom cabins (some with water views), to safari-style tents, a group bunkhouse, and powered or unpowered campsites (some with ensuite). 

Families are well catered for, with a children’s playground, pedal go-carts, and a pump track on-site.

Its communal camp kitchen, wood-fired pizza oven, sheltered barbecue areas, and firewood-for-sale invite guests to gather under the stars, while modern facilities such as a well-equipped amenities block, laundry, free Wi‑Fi, and a kiosk make staying here both comfortable and convenient.

 

White Beach

 

White Beach Caravan Park
 

128 White Beach Rd, White Beach
reception@whitebeachtouristpark.com.au
(03) 6250-2142

$$ - No dogs. 

White Beach Tourist Park offers a tranquil beachfront escape only ten minutes from the historic Port Arthur site. With 2 km of pristine white sand, guests can swim, kayak, fish or simply unwind at sunset. 

The park caters to all styles of travellers with self-contained cabins (sleeping up to six), powered grassy sites for caravans and motorhomes, and tent-friendly unpowered spots. 

Facilities include a camp kitchen and dining room, laundry, barbecues, playground, free Wi‑Fi, a boat ramp nearby, and a friendly, relaxed atmosphere. It’s an ideal base for exploring the stunning Tasman Peninsula.

 Fortescue Bay (Mill Creek) RV campsite

 Located in Tasman National Park on the Tasman Peninsula, Fortescue Bay is reached via a 12 km unsealed road from the Arthur Highway (A9) — accessible for 2WDs.

Tucked into the rugged beauty of Tasman National Park, the Mill Creek campground at Fortescue Bay offers a peaceful and capacious haven for campervans, caravans, and motorhomes.

With larger sites than its sister Banksia campground, you’ll have room to unwind under towering trees, while still being close to the park’s pristine white sandy beach.

Generators are allowed here (until 9 pm), and campfires are permitted in designated fireplaces when restrictions aren’t in place — just bring wood or buy it from the site office (collection on‑site isn’t allowed).

This is more than a spot to sleep: day-to-day you can swim, snorkel, kayak, fish, or hike through stunning coastal trails, including the route to Canoe Bay, Bivouac Bay, or all the way to Cape Hauy.

A rock climber’s playground, a bird-watcher’s delight, and a walker’s gateway — Mill Creek camping at Fortescue Bay is a perfect base for exploring Tasmania’s wild southeast.

Booking & Costs:

    Fees: From approx A$13/night for minimum two people, plus additional costs per extra adult/child.

    Booking required: From 1 October to 30 April; during off-peak (1 May–30 Sept), camping is first-come, first-served.

    Stay limit: Maximum of 28 days.

    Registration: If arriving outside office hours, self-register and pay at “Pay and Display” machine (EFTPOS).

    Park Pass: A valid Tasmanian Parks Pass is required.

 

Lime Bay RV camp site

With crescent-shaped beaches close by and eucalyptus woodlands overhead, it’s a lovely spot for camping, whether you're in a tent, caravan, or campervan.

Facilities are modest: there are four pump-flush toilets, camp fireplaces (though fire bans are common, so fuel stoves are recommended), and honest self-registration for camping fees.

The reserve also offers nature lovers much to explore — secluded walks, rock-pools, and wildlife (wallabies are often spotted at dusk).

Nearby history adds another layer: the convict-era coal mine ruins of the Port Arthur penal settlement are within reach.

Access is via the Arthur Highway and then on a 6.5 km unsealed road — but once you’re here, the quiet, isolation, and connection to nature make it all worthwhile.