Our recreation camps are special places where Western Australians of all ages can participate in unique outdoor activities.
Whether it’s conquering that first abseil, team success at crossing the ‘acid river’ or the wonderful feeling of sharing a campfire with new friends, your camp experience will be a rewarding one.
Our four metropolitan camps each offer unique recreation and accommodation. From the tranquil bush of Bickley, a river retreat at Point Walter to our coastal camps at Woodman Point and Ern Halliday, you'll discover the perfect location for your school, community or corporate group.
Our regional camp, Camp Quaranup, offers many opportunities to explore Albany and the Great Southern. Situated on the harbour, this historic location is a popular regional destination.
Ideal for an outdoor experience in a picturesque bush setting Located alongside the picturesque Bickley Reservoir, on the Darling Scarp.
A sanctuary in the suburbs – a place where Western Australians of all ages can participate in unique and fun outdoor recreation activities.
Overlooking the Swan River, Point Walter is the ideal venue for your school, community or corporate river retreat.
Camp Quaranup provides the perfect launch-pad for regional excursions in the Great Southern in unique heritage accommodation.
Woodman Point provides a historic coastal location south of Fremantle in unique heritage accommodation with one-of-a-kind Adventure Cube.
The department’s popular school holiday camps get kids outdoors, making new friends, having a lot of fun in a safe and supportive environment.
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The department provides 5 fantastic recreational camps situated around greater Perth and in Albany.
Accommodation and program costs have three tiers of pricing for school, community and corporate groups.
We offer two stunning venues perfect for your wedding, conference or special function.
Catering options for your stay include Accolade Catering, on-site chef or self-catering depending on where you stay.
The school camp experience helps students step out of their comfort zone and try some new learning activities.
We are proactive in managing risk and staff ensure clients enjoy quality recreation experiences in safe surroundings. Includes working with children and insurance currency information.
Our weather policy ensures that outdoor recreation is both safe and manageable in variable weather conditions.
We promote, encourage and support strategies to minimise harm from alcohol in the interests of the health and safety of those participating in sporting and recreational activities.
Woodman Point Recreation Camp
Ages: 9 to 14 years
Cost: $79.00 per person
Registrations closed: 12.00 PM Apr 10, 2026
Bickley Outdoor Recreation Camp
Cost: $79 per person
Ages: All ages
Cost: $37.25 per person children under 5 are free
Registrations close: 12.00 PM Apr 14, 2026
Last month, the usually tranquil grounds of Woodman Point were buzzing with energy as more than 320 clients from across Western Australia came together for a 3-day outdoor adventure.
Bickley Outdoor Recreation Camp is today celebrating 80 years of rich history where generations of Western Australians have discovered the joy of outdoor adventure, built lifelong memories, and grown through shared experience in nature.
The State Government has delivered its $3.7 million WA Recovery Plan revitalisation project of the Ern Halliday Recreation Camp in Perth's northern suburbs.
DLGSC Recreation Camps would like to wish our valued customers a safe and happy Easter.
Close to 1000 people enjoyed the free outdoor recreation activities on offer at the Bickley Outdoor Recreation Camp on Sunday 7 April 2019.
Approximately 1000 people turned out to enjoy the family friendly activities on offer at the Woodman Point Recreation Camp Community Open Day, on Sunday 16 December, despite windy conditions.
Check out some great photos to get a picture of what the camp experience is like.