About this campground
Karda is a medium-size campground approximately 25km from Lesueur National Park.
Booking
Bookings are essential and can be made up to 180 days (approximately six months) before arrival and for one campsite only.
If you are an outdoor education provider, licensed commercial tour operator or are organising an event (friends, family and other social groups camping together does not constitute an event), contact Parks and Wildlife Service Turquoise Coast District Office (Jurien Bay) to discuss your requirements.
Campsites
Thirty-one campsites in two areas.
Seven campsites in the Marri area and five in the Wandoo area have a constructed compacted gravel surface.
All other campsites have a rough unmade earth and grass surface that is not suitable for caravans and camper trailers.
Check campsite details and the campground map carefully when booking.
Facilities
No-flush pit toilets.
Picnic tables and benches.
Campground Rules
Campfires when conditions permit and in provided fire rings only. Usual permitted season: May - October.
Bring your own firewood. Collecting firewood and kindling is not permitted in national parks and other conservation reserves.
Dogs are not permitted.
Do not empty your portable toilet waste into campground toilets. Carry waste out of the park for disposal in an authorised dump point.
Carry all waste out of the park. No bins provided.
Fees
A per person camping fee applies. There is no vehicle entry fee for Karda.
Camping fee must be paid by Mastercard or VISA when booking.
A vehicle entry fee is required for the nearby Lesueur National Park. The fee may be paid on arrival at the park or by purchasing a park pass and is required for motor vehicles only. Payment is not required for trailers including camper trailers and caravans.
No booking fee.
A fee may apply if you cancel or remove dates from a booking. Stricter conditions apply for peak periods.
Safety information
Drinking water is not provided.
No-flush pit toilets are the only personal hygiene facility.
December to April can be extremely hot and the risk of bushfire can be very high.
Nights can be cold from June to September.
Storms are common between May and October throughout WA.
Ensure you have sufficient supplies (including water, food, fuel, medication and first aid), and equipment and clothing appropriate for the conditions before travelling.
Be prepared for an emergency. For alerts, warnings and advice go to: Emergency WA
Gallery
One of the campsites at Karda on a rainy Spring morning
Karda Campground
Campground hosts
When you arrive at this campground you might be greeted by a volunteer campground host. Be sure to say 'hi' as they have a wealth of information about the area and are known for helping to create unforgettable memories for travellers.
Find out more about becoming a Campground Host.
Activities
Camping
Plants, wildlife and fungi
Visit the Atlas of Living Australia for a list of species recorded within a 5km radius of Karda Campground.
Traditional Owners
We recognise and acknowledge Aboriginal people as the traditional owners of Lesueur National Park.