Larni Yirrip Campground

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Larni Yirrip Campground

Immerse yourself in Dja Dja Wurrung culture and Country at the Larni Yirrip (Home of the Ironbarks) Campground in Bendigo Regional Park.

This contemporary cultural space is designed around traditional Dja Dja Wurrung values, with cultural landscaping and stories, and large gathering shelters with informal seating. The campground offers 12 walk-in tent sites with fireplaces, picnic tables, shelter and toilets among shady Box-Ironbark forest rich in wildlife.

Conveniently located close to transport and shops on the southern side of Bendigo, this newly-opened campground is well connected to local trails including the Bendigo Bushland Trail, Bendigo Creek Trail, Crusoe Reservoir and Number 7 Park walks, and the Big Hill Lookout Walk.

Crusoe Reservoir and Number 7 Park, managed by the City of Greater Bendigo, are popular for walking, jogging, cycling, and birdwatching. Swimming, fishing and non-powered boating are permitted in Crusoe Reservoir. Camping is not permitted at either. You can park at Number 7 Park to visit Larni Yirrip during the day, but it is closed to vehicles overnight.

Larni Yirrip is also adjacent to Greater Bendigo National Park which offers nature-based activities including bushwalking, birdwatching and cycling (on mapped roads only). From late winter through spring, the parks are full of wildflowers. Wander over to the information boards at Number 7 Park to find out about some of the birds and plants you might see.

A welcome and ceremonial space introduces visitors to Dja Dja Wurrung culture through artwork, signs, and storytelling.

A multi-use gathering space with informal seating and shelter has been designed around a natural amphitheatre.

A communal cooking area features a large gathering shelter, seating and fire pit.

Gatjin (water) is held on site for the benefit of dum (frogs) through a series of small ponds that bring water and culturally important food and fibre plants back into the landscape.

The 12 walk-in tent sites (no caravan, trailer or motorhome access) are scattered among open Box-Ironbark forest. The tree canopy and healthy understory provides a natural shady bushland setting, rich in plants and wildlife. Watch out for prickly plants, ants and snakes.

Each campsite has an adjoining fireplace in a cleared gravel area, and a designated parking bay located between 4m (site 2 which is wheelchair accessible) and 70m away. Campfires are allowed within the fireplaces provided. Please bring your own firewood or coals as collection on site is not permitted.

Bookings are required.


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A unique pin code for the entry gate will be emailed to you prior to your booking.

In addition to booked camping, Larni Yirrip supports community gatherings, Junior Ranger activities, and cultural tours. The campground and facilities may be closed when Dja Dja Wurrung cultural events are being held.

Wildlife

The regional park around Larni Yirrip and adjacent Crusoe Reservoir and Number 7 Park are rich in wildlife. Over 180 species of birds have been recorded here, including resident woodland and wetland birds and seasonal migrants. During the day, look out for kangaroos, antechinus, and jacky lizards. If you’re lucky, you may see Powerful Owls, possums or Sugar Gliders at night.


Things to do

The spectacular view from One Tree Hill at Greater Bendigo National Park

One Tree Hill Lookout and Picnic Area

Walk up to the Big Hill Lookout in Greater Bendigo National Park to enjoy rural views to the south or drive up to One Tree Hill to explore the network of walking tracks and views over Bendigo and the surrounding area.
Notley Picnic Ground in the Greater Bendigo National Park

Notley Campground and Picnic Area

The Notley Campground and Picnic Area is a large, open, grassy campground with a shelter and non-flushing toilet. It is suitable for caravans, camper trailers, motorhomes and large groups. Bookings are not required.
View of the reservoir surrounded by trees and grass.

Crusoe Reservoir and Number 7 Park

Located next to Larni Yirrip, you can enjoy walking, jogging, cycling and birdwatching at this popular City of Greater Bendigo managed park. Swimming, fishing and non-powered boating are permitted in Crusoe Reservoir.

How to get there

Larni Yirrip Campground

Larni Yirrip is located on the southern side of Bendigo, 145km north of Melbourne via the Calder Highway. Turn off the highway onto Furness St and take an immediate left onto Granter Street. The campground is located just before the bridge over the Coliban Main Channel and Number 7 Park.

Sites

Larni Yirrip Campground

Enjoy bushwalking in the early morning or late afternoon, and spend the heat of midday relaxing at your campsite or swimming at Crusoe Reservoir. If it gets too hot, head into Bendigo and chill out in the air-conditioned shops, galleries, and cafés.

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Larni Yirrip Campground

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