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Camping in Baw Baw National Park
Dispersed bush camping is permitted on the Baw Baw Plateau. The Plateau is a fuel stove only area – no solid fuel fires are permitted and collecting firewood is prohibited in the park. The area falls within domestic water supply catchments, so care must be taken with the disposal of human waste.
Campers should be aware that the weather can deteriorate suddenly and without warning. Don't hesitate to turn back if the trip becomes too difficult or the weather deteriorates.
Campers should be aware that the weather can deteriorate suddenly and without warning. Don't hesitate to turn back if the trip becomes too difficult or the weather deteriorates.
Aberfeldy River Camping Area
AccessThe campground is accessed from the historic township of Walhalla along the unsealed Walhalla Road or across the dam wall of the Thomson Reservoir. Access from Beardmores to Binns Road is a four-wheel drive only road.
Bookings
No bookings, no fees. Camping is on a first in, first-served basis.
Facilities
Non-flush toilets, parking, picnic table and a fireplace are available. All campsites are unpowered.
Campfire
Fuel stoves are preferred for cooking. Collecting firewood is prohibited in the Park.
Water
No drinking water is available – supply your own.
Rubbish
There is no rubbish collection at this campground. Please take all rubbish with you.
Eastern Tyers Camping Area
AccessThe campground is accessible to walkers only. This is the first overnight stop from Walhalla on the Australian Alps Walking Track.
Bookings
No bookings, no fees. Camping is on a first in, first-served basis.
Facilities
Non-flush toilets, picnic table and a fireplace are available. All campsites are unpowered.
Campfire
Fuel stoves are preferred for cooking. Collecting firewood is prohibited in the Park.
Water
No drinking water is available – supply your own.
Rubbish
There is no rubbish collection at this campground. Please take all rubbish with you.
Things to do
Mount St Gwinear
Mount St Gwinear is a family-friendly snow attraction with free entry which offers toboggan runs, cross country trails, a snowplay area and a heated shelter room. Hot and cold drinks and snacks are available from a food van on weekends and school holidays.
Mushroom Rocks
Discover a maze of giant granite tors at Mushroom Rocks.
Baw Baw Plateau
The Baw Baw Plateau features extensive sub-alpine woodlands dominated by Snow Gum with a scrubby understorey of Mueller’s Bush-pea, Alpine Pepper and Dusty Daisy-bush.
How to get there
Camping in Baw Baw National Park
Sites
When you're there
Download the Baw Baw National Park visitor guide for more information about the park and the plethora of experiences to be had within its borders.
Campfire guidelines
Light fires only in the fireplaces provided or use a portable camping stove instead
Ensure fires are never left unattended and are completely out before you leave
During summer and autumn Total Fire Bans are common – this means no open fires can be lit
For information on Total Fire Bans call the Victorian Bushfire Information Line on 1800 240 667
Need to know
Camping in Baw Baw National Park
Accessibility
Visiting a park can be more of a challenge for people with disabilities, however in Victoria there are a wide range of facilities to help people of all abilities enjoy our wonderful parks around the state.
Change of Conditions
Nature being nature, sometimes conditions can change at short notice. It’s a good idea to check this page ahead of your visit for any updates.
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Notices Affecting Multiple Parks
Ground shooting operations targeting deer
Control operations (ground shooting) targeting deer are undertaken in this area. The Park will remain open to visitors during operations.
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