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[2025 Edition] 20 Recommended Campsites in the Tokachi Area Near Obihiro! Camping with a view of the starry sky from the vast land

2025.06.13

Otofuke Town Obihiro City Shikaoi Town Shihoro Town Shintoku Town Taiki Town

Camping is a classic outdoor activity that allows you to fully enjoy Hokkaido's great outdoors! At campsites in the prefecture, you can experience a sense of the extraordinary amidst a variety of scenery from spring to autumn. This time, we will introduce 20 campsites, including those boasting vast premises unique to the Tokachi area near Obihiro, as well as campsites where you can enjoy a starry sky!

Urahoro Forest Park (Urahoro Town)
Kamuikotan Park Campground (Taiju Town)
Hokkaido Prefectural Tokachi Ecology Park (Otofuke Town)
Country Farmers Fujita Farm (Shikaoi Town)
Sarabetsu Country Park (Sarabetsu Village)
Kamishihoro Aviation Park Campsite (Kamishihoro Town)
Lake Shikaribetsu North Shore Campsite (Shikaoi Town)
Shihoro Plateau Nupuka Village (Shihoro Town)
Lake Chobushi Campsite (Toyokoro Town)
National Nukabira Campsite (Kamishihoro Town)
Satomigaoka Park Campsite (Ashoro Town)
Lake Sahoro Campsite (Shintoku Town)
Honbetsu Park Shizuyama Camping Village and Bungalows (Hombetsu Town)
Naumann Park Campground (Makubetsu Town)
Shikaribetsu Gorge Campsite Shikanoyu (Shikaoi Town)
Snow Peak Tokachi Poroshiri Camp Field (Obihiro City)
Onneto National Campsite (Ashoro Town)
Tomuratushi Campground (Shintoku Town)
Tokachi Dam Campsite (Shintoku Town)
Karikachi Plateau Campsite (Shintoku Town)

1. Urahoro Forest Park (Urahoro Town)

Urahoro Forest Park, which spreads out along National Route 38, is an adventure kingdom filled with nature and covers a vast area of 120 hectares. There is an auto camping site, a park golf course, field athletics, and walking trails, so there is more than enough for children and adults to play in for a whole day. It is a park full of dreams and romance, surrounded by lush greenery.

■ Business hours: Tuesday, April 29, 2025 to Friday, October 31, 2025 Auto campsites and campsites: Check-in from 14:00 / Check-out until 11:00 Trailer house: Check-in 13:00-16:00 / Check-out 10:00 the next day ■Price Free site: 1,000 yen / day trip 500 yen ・Auto camping site: 2,000 yen / day trip 1,000 yen ・Bungalow: From 3,500 yen / Day trip: From 2,000 yen Trailer house: 15,000 yen per unit *For other fee details, please check the official website. ■ Parking: Available ■Address: 22-1 Higashiyamacho, Urahoro-cho, Tokachi-gun ■Access: 19 minutes on foot from Urahoro Station ■Inquiries: Urahoro Forest Park 0155-76-3455 View details of "Urahoro Forest Park (Urahoro Town)" on Domingo

2. Kamuikotan Park Campground (Taiju Town)

This campsite is surrounded by clear streams and forests. Part of it is an auto-camping site, so families and groups can enjoy the thrill of outdoor camping. The nearby Rekifune River is a great place to enjoy outdoor activities such as playing in the water, fishing, walking, and gold panning.

■ Business hours: Friday, April 18, 2025 to Tuesday, October 14, 2025 IN 12:00~17:00 / OUT ~10:00 ■Price Tent site: from 1,000 yen (free for junior high school students and younger) *Half price for day use ・Barbecue house: 1,000 yen ■Parking: Available (free) ■Location: 217-3 Oda, Taiki-cho, Hiroo-gun ■Access: 10 minutes by car from Taiki Town ■Inquiries: Kamuikotan Park Campground 01558-7-5623 View details of "Kamuikotan Park Campground (Taiju Town)" on Domingo

3. Hokkaido Prefectural Tokachi Ecology Park (Otofuke Town)

This is an environmental nurturing park where you can learn about and enjoy the rich natural environment of Tokachi, where forests and rivers meet. In addition to auto camping sites and cottages, it is a place where families can have fun all day, including "Fuwa Fuwa," one of the largest in Japan.

■ Business days ・Cottage: April 1st (Tuesday) - November 30th (Sunday), 2025 IN 15:00-17:00 / OUT 8:00-11:00 ・Campsite: Tuesday, April 29th, 2025 to Friday, October 31st, 2025 IN 13:00-17:00 / OUT 8:00-11:00 ■Price: Junior high school students and above 1,200 yen / elementary school students 600 yen *Free for infants *Day camp 9:00-17:00 High school students and above 700 yen ・Cottage fee / 1 night Trailer house (for 5 people) 15,000 yen (12,000 yen) Cottage (for 5 people) 15,000 yen (12,000 yen) Cottage (for 7 people) 21,000 yen (16,800 yen) Cottage (for 10 people) 30,000 yen (24,000 yen) * Accommodation fee includes admission fee + cottage usage fee *The price in parentheses is the off-season price. Period: April 1st to April 28th, November 1st to November 30th ・Campsite usage fee / night Private site 1,500 yen Free tent site 1,000 yen Day camping Free site use 400 yen *The usage fee is the entrance fee + site usage fee. ■Address: 1-18 Tokachigawa Onsen Minami, Otofuke-cho, Kato-gun ■Access: About 20 minutes by car from Otofuke Obihiro IC ■Inquiries: Hokkaido Tokachi Ecology Park 0155-32-6780 See details of "Hokkaido Tokachi Ecology Park (Otofuke Town)" on Domingo

4. Country Farmers Fujita Farm (Shikaoi Town)

A beautiful country-style cottage adjacent to a tourist dairy farm that has been in operation since 1913. There are also a wide variety of farm experiences available, where you can interact with cows, goats, and other small animals.

■ Business days: April 1, 2025 (Tuesday) ~ ・Ranch experience: ①From 10:00 / ②From 13:00 * Farm tractor test drive experience is available only to cottage guests. Time must be discussed. ・Cottage: Check-in 15:00-18:00 / Check-out 10:00 ■Price: Building A (up to 6 people) 28,600 yen / Building B (up to 4 people) 22,000 yen *Please check the official website for accommodation fees for 3 nights or more and ranch experience fees. ■ Parking: Available ■Location: 28-26-5 Urimakunishi, Shikaoi-cho, Kato-gun ■Access: Approximately 50 minutes by car from Obihiro city / Approximately 30 minutes by car from JR Shintoku Station ■Inquiries: Country Farmers Fujita Farm 080-5296-0099 View details of "Country Farmers Fujita Farm (Shikaoi Town)" on Domingo

5. Sarabetsu Country Park (Sarabetsu Village)

An auto campsite with plenty of fun. The vast 30ha site is filled with green grass as far as the eye can see, trailer houses, European-style cottages, and a wide range of tent sites, all of which support outdoor life. The park is also equipped with waterways where you can splash around, playground equipment, fun bicycles, and a park golf course.

■Opening hours: All year round Tent site: From Saturday, April 19, 2025 IN 13:00-17:00 / OUT 8:00-10:00 ■Price Admission fee: Junior high school students and above 1,000 yen (same-day 600 yen) / Elementary school students and above 500 yen (same-day 300 yen) Tent site: Free 500 yen / Individual 2,000 yen ・Cottage: 15,000 yen / Mini 10,000 yen ・Trailer house: 10,000 yen ・Campervan site: 3,000 yen ■ Parking: Available ■Location: 541-62 Hirowa, Sarabetsu Village ■Access: 15 minutes by car from Sarabetsu IC / 15 minutes by car from Tokachi Obihiro Airport ■Inquiries: Sarabetsu Country Park 0155-52-5656 View details of "Sarabetsu Country Park (Sarabetsu Village)" on Domingo

6. Kamishihoro Aviation Park Campground (Kamishihoro Town)

This campsite is located next to the Otofuke River, about 2km from the city center. There is a park golf course, a spacious grassy area, and bathing facilities in the city center, so you can enjoy camping in comfort.

■ Business days: Thursday, May 1, 2025 ~ Free in and out However, reception is open from the evening until around 8:00 p.m. ■Fee: 500 yen for junior high school students and above / Free for elementary school students and below *Same for overnight stays in the car ■ Parking: Available ■Location: 241 Kamishihoro Base Line, Kamishihoro-cho, Kato-gun ■Inquiries: Kamishihoro Town Hall Construction Division 01564-2-4297 See details of "Kamishihoro Aviation Park Campsite (Kamishihoro Town)" on Domingo

7. Lake Shikaribetsu North Shore Campsite (Shikaoi Town)

The quiet campsite on the north shore of Lake Shikaribetsu, surrounded by virgin forest, is famous for its beautiful starry sky. Lake Shikaribetsu is a field that canoeists long for, and the quality of the water is among the best in the country.

■ Business days: July 1st to September 30th ■Price: Adults 250 yen / Children 150 yen ■Location: Lake Shikaribetsu, Shikaoi-cho, Kato-gun ■Inquiries: Shikaoi Town Tourist Information Desk 0156-66-1135 See details of "Lake Shikaribetsu North Shore Campsite (Shikaoi Town)" on Domingo

8. Shihoro Plateau Nupuka Village (Shihoro Town)

You can feel the clear air and wind with your whole body while looking out over the endless Tokachi Plain. Of course, you can enjoy the great outdoors at the campsite, but we also recommend staying in a cottage with a kitchen as if it were a vacation home. At night, the sky full of stars is fantastic.

■Opening hours: April to November 10:00 to 16:00 ・Cottage: Check-in 15:00-17:00 / Check-out 10:00 ■Closed: Tuesdays (except for public holidays, Golden Week, and the third week of July to August) ■Price ・Campsite: 500 yen per site ・Cottage: 8,000 yen per cottage (plus 1,000 yen per person per night / 1,500 yen during Golden Week and July-August) ・Lodge: 1 night Adults 1,500 yen / High school students 1,000 yen / Elementary and junior high school students 600 yen ■ Parking: Available ■Address: 21-173 Kamiotofuke, Shihoro Town ■Access: About 20 minutes by car from Shihoro city ■Inquiries: Shihoro Kogen Nupka no Sato 01564-5-4274 See details of "Shihoro Plateau Nupka no Sato (Shihoro Town)" on Domingo

9. Lake Chobushi Campsite (Toyokoro Town)

This campsite is located on Lake Chobushi, which has a circumference of about 5km. It is a brackish lake that mixes with seawater and is separated from the Pacific Ocean by a narrow sand dune. Beautiful flowers such as Rugosa rose, Ezo day lilies, Musharindou, and Sendaihagi bloom all over the sand dune area.

■ Business days: Mid-July to mid-August Check-in 14:00～ / Check-out 10:00 ■Price ・Tent site: Free ・Dome-shaped house: 5,000 yen / day trip 2,500 yen ・Bungalow: 2,000 yen / Day trip: 1,000 yen ■Parking: Available (free) ■Location: Nagasetsu, Toyokoro-cho, Nakagawa-gun ■Access: About 50 minutes from Ikeda IC ■For inquiries, please contact the Chobushi Lake Campground Supervision Office at 015-575-2329 See details of "Chobushu Lake Campsite (Toyokoro Town)" on Domingo

10. National Nukabira Campsite (Kamishihoro Town)

This campsite is located on the shores of Lake Nukabira, surrounded by the forests of the Nukabira Onsen hot springs. You can wake up to the sounds of birds singing and enjoy nature walks. There is a hot spring town nearby, so you can also take a day trip to the hot springs.

■ Business days: Wednesday, June 25, 2025 to Thursday, September 24, 2025 ■Price: Junior high school students and above 350 yen (100 yen for day trip) / Elementary school students 200 yen (50 yen for day trip) *Free for children under elementary school age ■Location: Nukabira Onsenkyo, Kamishihoro-cho, Kato-gun ■Inquiries: Kamishihoro Town Tourism Association 01564-4-2224 See details of "National Nukabira Campsite (Kamishihoro Town)" on Domingo

11. Satomigaoka Park Campground (Ashoro Town)

This campsite is located in Satomigaoka Park, on a hill 2km from the town of Ashoro. It is a relaxing place with bungalows, a barbecue house, Melody Bridge, and a promenade. There are also other facilities nearby, such as Nepal Ashoro, Ashoro General Gymnasium, and a heated swimming pool.

■ Business hours: Thursday, May 1, 2025 to Friday, October 31, 2025 IN 13:00～17:00 / OUT ～10:00 ■Price ・Tent: 400 yen ・Bungalow: 6 people 2,100 yen / 20 people 4,100 yen ■ Parking: Available ■Location: Satomigaoka, Ashoro-cho, Ashoro-gun ■Inquiries: Manager's Office 0156-25-6325 View details of "Satominagaoka Park Campsite (Ashoro Town)" on Domingo

12. Lake Sahoro Campsite (Shintoku Town)

A campsite on the shore of Lake Sahoro. It's the perfect place to relax and enjoy camping. You can enjoy canoeing and fishing at the nearby Sahoro Dam.

■ Business days: May 1st to October 31st every year ■ Price: Free ■Parking: Available (free) ■Location: Shinnai, Shintoku-cho, Kamikawa-gun ■Access: About 20 minutes by car from Shintoku city center ■Inquiries: Shintoku Town Hall Industry Division 0156-64-0522 See details of "Lake Sahoro Campsite (Shintoku Town)" on Domingo

13. Honbetsu Park Shizuyama Camping Village and Bungalows (Hombetsu Town)

Shizuyama Camp Village is a free campsite located in Honbetsu Park. The campsite is equipped with a kitchen, toilets, parking, and bungalows. It is a quiet location in the mountains where you can hear the babbling of the river, but it is also conveniently located near the city center.

■ Business days: Saturday, April 26, 2025 to Friday, October 31, 2025 IN 14:00～16:30 /OUT ～10:00 ■Price ・Tent site: Free ・Bungalow: 16 people 2,440 yen / 30 people 3,660 yen ■Parking: Available (free) ■Location: Higashimachi, Honbetsu-cho, Nakagawa-gun ■Access: Approximately 60 minutes by car from Obihiro or Kushiro ■Inquiries: Yoshitsune's House in Honbetsu Park 0156-22-4441 View details of "Hombetsu Park Shizuyama Camp Village and Bungalows (Hombetsu Town)" on Domingo

14. Naumann Park Campground (Makubetsu Town)

A campsite located within Naumann Park. You can choose from three differently shaped sites depending on your purpose. There are also roadside stations, hot springs, park golf courses, and other convenient facilities in the surrounding area. The site will be renovated in 2023, with additional toilets and water pipes in the toilet building, making it even more comfortable to stay here.

■ Business days: Friday, April 25, 2025 to Monday, November 3, 2025 IN 13:00~18:00 / OUT ~11:00 ■Price: 1,500 yen ■ Parking: Available ■Address: 390-4, Churui Shirogane-cho, Makubetsu-cho, Nakagawa-gun ■Access: 3 minutes by car from Churui IC ■Inquiries: Churui General Branch Office, Economic and Construction Division, 01558-8-2111 See details of "Nauman Park Campsite (Makubetsu Town)" on Domingo

15. Shikaribetsu Gorge Campsite Shika no Yu (Shikaoi Town)

This campsite is located very close to the secret hot spring "Kan no Onsen." There is a popular open-air natural bath "Shika no Yu" on the premises, which can be used for free. There are several natural hot springs full of rustic charm in Shikaribetsu Gorge, but Shika no Yu here is by far the most popular.

■ Business days: July 1st to September 30th ■Price: Adults 250 yen / Children 150 yen ■ Parking: Available ■Location: Shikaribetsu Gorge, Shikaoi Town, Kato District ■Inquiries: Commerce, Industry and Tourism Division, Tourism Section: 0156-66-4034 See details of "Shikaribetsu Gorge Campsite Shika no Yu (Shikaoi Town)" on Domingo

16. Snow Peak Tokachi Poroshiri Camp Field (Obihiro City)

The majestic Poroshiri Plateau is a nature zone where you can experience the changing of the seasons. From spring to autumn, the campground is surrounded by beautiful green grass and trees, and is quiet with the sounds of the river flowing from the Hidaka Mountains and the chirping of birds. You can enjoy an extraordinary time gazing at the starry night sky and surrounded by the gentle warmth of a bonfire. In winter, the whole area is covered in snow, creating a world of silvery white.

■Opening hours: Check-in from 13:00 / Check-out until 11:00 *Reservations accepted from 10:00 to 17:00 ■Closed on: Wednesdays (open July-August, on public holidays, and during peak seasons) ■Fee: Facility use fee 400 yen ・Free site: 800 yen ・Auto site: No power 1,800 yen / With power 3,000 yen ・Trailer site: 3,000 yen ・Jumbo site: 1-2 people 13,000 yen / 3-4 people 18,000 yen ・Day camp (free site): 800 yen *Prices vary depending on the season, so please check the official website for details. ■Address: 2-7, Dai-2 Kisen, Takusei-cho, Obihiro City ■Access: Approximately 45 minutes by car from Obihiro Station / Approximately 20 minutes by car from Nakasatsunai IC ■Inquiries: Snow Peak Tokachi Poroshiri Camp Field 0155-60-2000 See details of "Snow Peak Tokachi Poroshiri Camp Field (Obihiro City)" on Domingo

17. Onneto National Campsite (Ashoro Town)

The campsite on the shores of the mysterious Lake Onneto is a convenient base for exploring the area around Onneto and climbing Mount Meakan. Opened in June 2022, UPI Onneto (Onneto Campsite Rest House) is a rest facility that provides tourist information, sells and rents outdoor equipment, and serves snacks.

■ Business days: June 1st to October 31st Reception hours: 10:00-17:00 / Check-out: 11:00 ■Price: High school students and above 1,000 yen (500 yen for day trip) / Elementary and junior high school students 500 yen (200 yen for day trip) ■Location: Moashoro National Forest, Ashoro Town, Ashoro District ■Parking: Available (free) ■Inquiries: Ashoro Town Hall, Economic Affairs Division, Commerce and Tourism Promotion Office, 0156-28-3863 View details of "Onneto National Campsite (Ashoro Town)" on Domingo

18. Tomuratushi Campsite (Shintoku Town)

A campsite in the Tomuratushi area. Tomuratushi Onsen is nearby, making it an ideal place to stay before climbing Mt. Tomuratushi.

■ Business days: July 1st to September 30th ■Price: Adults 500 yen / Children 250 yen ■ Parking: Available ■Location: Shintoku-cho, Kutsuashi Tomuraushi ■Access: About 60 minutes by car from Shintoku Station ■Inquiries: Shintoku Town Hall, Industry Division, Tourism Promotion Section, 0156-64-0522 View details of "Tomuratushi Campsite (Shintoku Town)" on Domingo

19. Tokachi Dam Campsite (Shintoku Town)

This small campsite is located at the base of the dam's water outlet and is covered entirely in grass. It's a secret spot recommended for those who want to have a private camping experience.

■ Business days: May 1st to October 31st every year ■ Price: Free ■ Parking: Available ■Location: Tomuratushi, Shintoku-cho, Kamikawa-gun ■Inquiries: Shintoku Town Hall Industry Division 0156-64-0522 See details of "Tokachi Dam Campsite (Shintoku Town)" on Domingo

20. Karikachi Plateau Campsite (Shintoku Town)

This is a recommended campsite for those who want to enjoy camping in peace and quiet. It is adjacent to the Shintoku Town General Gymnasium, so it is perfect for sports lovers.

■ Business days: May 1st to October 31st every year ■ Price: Free ■ Parking: Available ■Location: Shinnai Karikachi Plateau, Shintoku-cho, Kamikawa-gun ■Inquiries: Shintoku Town Hall, Industry Division, Tourism Promotion Section, 0156-64-0522 See details of "Karukachi Kogen Campsite (Shintoku Town)" on Domingo

*All information listed is current as of June 2025. *All published information may be subject to change, so please check the official website for details.