Camping in Bremer Bay and Surrounds
Updated for 2026
Bremer Bay sits in Western Australia’s Great Southern region between Albany and Hopetoun. This small coastal town is known for its wild beaches, rich marine wildlife and relaxed atmosphere. While the permanent population is just over 200, visitor numbers increase significantly during peak holiday periods and across the summer months.
As accommodation fills quickly, many visitors choose camping as a practical and flexible option. Campers can stay within the township or venture further afield to suit their budget and travel style. From fully serviced parks to bush camping and free coastal sites, Bremer Bay offers a wide range of camping experiences.
Below is a refreshed guide to camping in Bremer Bay and surrounding areas, covering both paid and free campgrounds.
Camping in Bremer Bay
Bremer Bay Caravan Park sits in a central location and offers approximately 130 powered and unpowered sites, along with cabins. Facilities include grassed areas, BBQs, a tennis court, a children’s playground and clean amenities. The park borders the Wellstead Estuary, with walking trails nearby, and is just a 10-minute walk from shops and cafés. Pets are permitted year-round, except during peak periods from 20 December to 1 February and over the Easter weekend.
Bremer Bay Beaches Resort Tourist Park is a four-star park set within a shaded peppermint grove at the gateway to Point Henry Peninsula. It offers both powered and unpowered sites, supported by a wide range of facilities including a camp kitchen, swimming pool, sauna, kiosk, playgrounds, BBQ areas and sports courts. The park is pet friendly and attracts many families during summer, when food vans and children’s activities often operate. From the park, visitors can easily access the eight beaches surrounding Bremer Bay.
Paid Camping Outside Bremer Bay
Tozer’s Bush Camp is located approximately 22 kilometres from the Bremer Bay town centre, just off Bremer–Borden Road. This off-grid bush campsite offers a peaceful rural setting with a well-equipped camp kitchen. They have ablutions and communal fire areas, with fire restrictions applying during warmer months. Pets are allowed on lead, making this a popular option for travellers camping with dogs.
Toolibut Bush Camp sits on a secluded 68-acre bush property about 32 kilometres from Bremer Bay. Campsites are available in shaded bushland or open areas, with abundant birdlife and kangaroos frequently spotted. Facilities include a basic camp kitchen with BBQ, fridge, untreated rainwater and a clean pit toilet. Firewood is supplied and campfires are permitted outside fire ban periods. The camp is dog friendly and also provides access to a challenging four-wheel-drive track leading to Reef Beach.
Horse Hill Campsite offers ocean frontage camping with natural bush surrounds and exclusive access to a sheltered cove. From camp, visitors can walk through coastal bushland down to the rocky shoreline for swimming, snorkelling or fishing. Despite its secluded feel, Bremer Bay is only a short five-minute drive or bike ride away.
More Paid Camping Outside Bremer Bay
Four Mile Campground provides flat grassy campsites beside a creek or freshwater dam. There are no formal facilities, so campers must be fully self-contained. Campfires are permitted when local conditions allow and firewood is supplied. The property is located near Fitzgerald River National Park and also offers boat launching access. Bremer Bay is approximately a 50-minute drive from the campsite.
Cape Riche Campground is a coastal campground located approximately 100 kilometres west of Bremer Bay, accessed via a turn-off south of the main highway. The campground offers a full range of camping facilities in a scenic coastal setting. Pets are not permitted at this campground.
Additional paid camping options outside of Bremer Bay include Jerramungup Caravan Park and Wellstead Caravan Park and Bush Camp. These locations are well suited to travellers exploring the wider Great Southern region. They provide convenient stopover options when accommodation in Bremer Bay is limited.
Other paid camping options further afield include My Mates Place near Condingup and Greystone Farmstay near Hopetoun. These properties can be booked through the Hipcamp platform.
Free Camping Outside Bremer Bay
Betty’s Beach is located around 155 kilometres west of Bremer Bay along an unsealed coastal road. This remote campsite offers basic facilities including a gazebo, bins and a toilet, but no drinking water. Campfires are prohibited year-round. Camping is discouraged between February and April due to the salmon fishing season and a maximum stay of seven days applies.
Millers Point Reserve is situated approximately 53 kilometres west of Bremer Bay on the Beaufort Inlet. It is a quiet and generally sheltered camping area, with some sites allowing camping close to the water. Conditions can be windy and march flies are common, so preparation is essential. Fishing in the inlet includes herring, black bream and whiting. Campers must bring their own drinking water.
Reef Beach is accessible by four-wheel drive only and offers informal beach camping behind the dunes. There are no facilities and access can be rough, making it suitable only for experienced four-wheel-drive travellers.
More Free Camping Outside Bremer Bay
Dillon Bay is another four-wheel-drive-only camping area accessed via a sandy track behind the dunes. It is suitable for tents and basic beach camping, with no facilities provided. Local guidelines discourage roadside and car-park camping. So visitors should always use designated sites and follow Leave No Trace principles.
Boat Harbour Campground is located approximately 15 kilometres east of Bremer Bay, making it one of the closer free camping options to town. The campground sits near the coast and offers a simple, sheltered setting popular with self-contained campers. Facilities are very basic, with a cold coin donation system in place to support maintenance. Campers should be prepared to bring their own drinking water and supplies. Conditions can be windy at times, so suitable anchoring and weather awareness are recommended.
St Mary Inlet Campground is located approximately 40 kilometres west of Bremer Bay, near the Boxwood Hill area along the south coast. This campground is free to use and sits beside the sheltered waters of St Mary Inlet, making it popular with fishers and boat users. Facilities are basic and typically include toilets, picnic tables and boat launching access, however there is no drinking water. So campers must be self-sufficient. The inlet provides a calmer camping environment compared to open ocean sites, but weather conditions can still change quickly.
Why Camp in Bremer Bay?
Camping in Bremer Bay puts you right beside pristine beaches and delivers diverse outdoor experiences without large crowds.
Bremer Bay acts as the gateway to the Bremer Canyon. Killer whale tours run here from mid December to April. Naturaliste Charters founded these deep-sea killer whale expeditions and has operated in the region for more than ten years.
Bremer Bay features pristine beaches, coastal walking trails and abundant marine wildlife. The town provides direct access to Fitzgerald River National Park, one of Australia’s most botanically significant reserves. Visitors enjoy fishing, four-wheel driving, snorkelling, surfing and bushwalking. Seasonal wildflowers, local wineries, breweries and historic sites add further appeal.
More Information About Bremer Bay
If you are planning a longer stay or travelling during peak seasons, Bremer Bay offers a wide range of accommodation options beyond camping. These include caravan parks, private holiday homes, bush retreats, farm stays, resorts and budget accommodation. Both within the township and in nearby coastal and rural areas. Availability can change quickly during school holidays and throughout the summer months, so it is worth exploring all options early when planning your visit.
Whether you are visiting for a short coastal break or as part of a wider Great Southern road trip. Bremer Bay provides an ideal base to explore the south coast while enjoying a relaxed, nature-focused experience.
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