Youcamp - Trapwell Farm

About the property

Description

We are a grain and sheep farming property situated on the Mortlock River about one and a half hours from Perth. Great for weekend campers or people needing a spur-of-the-moment break. We prefer campers during winter to spring due to fire restrictions.

We have different 'sites' for people depending on a) if they have their own toileting requirements and b) number / age of people; c) size and style of camping. A septic toilet is available. Each site can have a campfire (in season) but we need people to BRING THEIR OWN WOOD, please. We do not want people disturbing or taking fallen timber and river debris because of the Eco-environment of this location. Please take ALL RUBBISH with you.

PETS are OK - please pick up after your dogs - other campers use these sites. Consider a leash around the camping area. Your dogs can run free while you are walking - but be conscious of any nearby stock.

We aim to make your camping experience a special time away ... just you and the she-oaks, starry nights and occasional wildlife.

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Nearest main town and distance

Northam 40km

Accommodation

River Site

Unlimited | max occupancy: 60 per Camping site (unpowered)
Children (including infants and toddlers) are aged 10 or under.

From

$ 17

per person per night

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Water in the river is determined by seasonal conditions. Open area with plenty of shade. Easy to park and turn vehicles. Large 'tables' in place. Camp fires - depends on time of year. Please bring your own wood. Opportunity to wander and explore river environs undisturbed, or simply relax and read or sleep. Very quiet. A flushing toilet can be made ready if required. Pets OK must be on leads/well controlled. Please pick up after your pets.

Bathroom

Flushing toilet

Food and drink

BBQ

Campfire ovens

Campfire pit

Outdoor dining area

Outdoor furniture

Campfires permitted designated area only

Campfires permitted

Can provide a BBQ if campers wish - slightly extra cost (see extras) Can provide a SPIT with Lamb for larger groups (see extras). Can help out with anything you've left behind - please ask.

Extras

Lamb on Spit for large groups

$ 389

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Large groups. Must book a week in advance to have the animal prepared and spit organised.

Baby Bales

$ 4

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Produced on farm for SMALL PETS and SMALL GARDENS. Targeting animal and garden lovers who need small quantities for rabbits, guinea pigs, hens etc AND garden lovers who have only balcony gardens or just pots and planters. Oaten, Lucerne and Pea Hay for Pets. Straw, Lucerne Hay and Pea Straw for gardens. Cheeky Chaff is a yummy mix of four fibres that pets love to forage and explore for flavours and good wholesome nutrition. All fibres are essential for gut health of domestic pets.

Accommodation features

Activities
& Tours

Birdwatching

Bush walking tracks

Extras

Lamb on Spit for large groups

Baby Bales

Terrains

Bush

Creek

Farm

River

We are also HORSE FRIENDLY - see under Accommodation and Camping

Amenities

Dog friendly

Toilet

Group campsites

Family friendly

Single-safe

2WD access all areas

2WD caravan accessible

Buses/big rigs welcome

Camper trailer accessible

Generators allowed

Kid friendly

Off road caravan accessible

Roadside rest

Tick free area

Good mobile reception

Suitable for weddings and large events

Campfires permitted designated area only

Campfires permitted

Campers are welcome all year round. No camp fires in November - March. Wood provided for winter camp fire. Must wear shoes. No driving around property - no motor bikes. Well behaved dogs on leads (at all times) welcome Quiet generators OK.

Food and drink

Campfire pits

Drinking water

Picnic tables

Can provide a BBQ if campers wish - slightly extra cost (see extras) Can provide a SPIT with Lamb for larger groups (see extras). Can help out with anything you've left behind - please ask.

Common areas

Grounds

Event/wedding facilities

Casual staff available

Linen

Discussion with Hosts to decide what can be provided - depends on size of group. A nearby CHURCH that can be used for Weddings if desired...fully functional, beautiful 100 yr old. Small charge associated with Church bookings. Funerals / farm Wakes too.

Details

accessible by: By Car

Site map

Cancellation Policy

Flexible: Guest can cancel up to 24 hours before check-in for a full refund (except fee)

Property Rules Print Rules

Do not drive off the farm tracks (you may get bogged and it spreads weeds).
Absolutely no motor bikes.
Do not drive around the property without your Host please.
Highly recommend all push bikes stay on farm tracks.
No fires unless we approve - and only where indicated. YOU provide the WOOD. It's tempting, but PLEASE don't disturb the natural debris and fallen branches and timber. This is what people love to see - the 'undisturbed'.
Always wear joggers or some form of comfortable foot wear.
Only use the toilet provided.
Well behaved dogs on leads (around camp) welcome. Please pick up after your pets. They may run free when you go walking - be conscious of stock.
Children - please don't climb the dead trees - they are very brittle and will cause serious injury if branches above snap and fall on you.
Leave only your footprints behind!

Safety warnings Print Warnings

Be prepared for flies and mosquitoes ...it is a rural setting with water or damp river patches around.
There are no farm animals that will harm you - but don't approach horses without us in attendance.
Please be aware that there may be ants and other normal insect activity - they live here too.
Snakes and lizards are rarely seen - but be aware that they are also a part of our ecosystem on this property.
TREES are wonderful for climbing - but be aware that dead branches can be dangerous, they snap and fall easily. Please avoid trees with dead branches when choosing where to camp and play.
DO NOT remove or burn any fallen/ broken debris - our wild-life live in them.

Disabled access

This host provides access and mobility for

Wheelchairs

Physical disabilities

Guide / service dogs

Deaf & hearing impaired

There are no restrictions other than the fact that the ground is uneven and may be covered in grass or weeds (depending on time of year). If people feel comfortable enough to attempt to camp - they are welcome to try. The toilet is flushing / septic - but NOT for wheelchair access.

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Temperature

216 M

Elevation

1245

Time at this location

26 reviews

Natalie Mitchell

24 Nov 2018

Had a lovely peaceful stay at trapwell farm, had the place to ourselves. The dogs enjoyed the freedom. Thank you Cathie and Joe, for sharing your place. You were both friendly and helpful hosts. I look forward to returning next year. N Mitchell

Marilyn Manning

17 Nov 2018

Sadly, we came too late for greenery or much water in the river. Flies and mozzies added to the feeling so suggest winter may be the best time to visit. Owners lovely and checked in to see if we were ok.

Jamie Aeria

16 Nov 2018

Nice and quiet spot to relax and unwind. Just too much flies. Joe is very friendly but he needs to be punctual with his time and wish he told us a specific time on what time he was taking us for the tour farm a day beforehand rather than waiting for him.

Clinton Graham

5 Oct 2018

We have just returned from an amazing stay on Joe and Cathie's property near Northam. The property itself was beautiful and very private. Small amount of water nearby and lots of spots for exploring. Thank you so much for hosting us as well as filling the flushable toilet. We will DEFINATELY return.

Marcus Sutton

1 Oct 2018

Great spot, nice and quite. we could see other campers 50m away - but barely heard them. our kids had hours of fun playing in the creek.

Tania Crowdy

30 Sep 2018

Great spot! Great communication with the hosts in relation to directions and meeting up to be shown to the site. There were more people there than we expected so we didn't quite get the quieter weekend away that we were hoping for but probably not unexpected considering it was a long weekend.

Joe Chiang

30 Sep 2018

It was a great spot for a weekend camping, we had a great time there! About 1.5hrs driving from Perth. Cathie and Joe were great hosts. It was easy communicating with them.

Ahmed Naseem

29 Sep 2018

Nice camp ground on the farm. Very quite and camp sites are far from each other. We stayed for 2 nights and had a good experience. Kids enjoyed playing in the water running just infront of our campsite. Convenient location from Northam and nearby towns.

David Haggar

26 Sep 2018

We had a nice quiet spot by the creek, the hosts were great, don't forget the aero guard as the bugs can be equally friendly will stay again in the cooler months.

Michelle Richardson

24 Sep 2018

The setting & location of this farm is a great weekend getaway. But you need to be fully prepared for the mozzies as they were rampid! Was Mad!! We had so much repellent but to no avail Joe/Cath were great hosts & the children loved Joes tour of the farm on the trailer sitting on hay bales.