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Wingan Inlet Campground
Nestled on the western shores of Wingan Inlet, among tall Bloodwood trees, Wingan Inlet Campground offers a peaceful camping experience in one of the most secluded corners of Victoria. Jump in a canoe or kayak, or follow Fly Cove Walk to access the pristine sandy beaches of Croajingolong National Park.
Wingan Inlet is one of Victoria's quaint escapes, nestled on the western-edge of the Sandpatch Wilderness Zone. The secluded campsites hide among tall Bloodwood trees not too far from the shores of Wingan Inlet.
Come prepared with a canoe or kayak and explore the Wingan River. Upstream, the river follows a winding course through sea rushes and paperback thickets to a towering littoral rainforest and the stunning Wingan River Rapids. Crystal clear water trickles through lichen-covered granite boulders and curious water dragons peer out from behind colourful wildflowers. Downstream, the river leads to the mouth of the inlet where sandbars give way to the wild ocean swells of Fly Cove.
A small network of rocky islands just off the white sands of Fly Cove are home to a colony of Australian and New Zealand Fur Seals. Listen carefully and you might be lucky enough to hear pups calling for their mothers.
Along with the Wingan River Rapids, Fly Cove can be accessed by foot from the camsites. Follow the Fly Cove Walk. The beginning of the Wingan Rapids walk begins from Boundary Track, a short drive from the campsites.
If you're a keen angler, try your luck fishing and you might just catch dinner. Tailor, bream, perch and salmon are some of the species found in the inlet. If you're fishing from a boat, please note that Wingan Inlet has a 20 hp motor size limit.BOOK NOW
Things To Do
Bird watching
Elusive Lake
Canoeing and Kayaking
How to get there
Wingan Inlet Campground
Sites
When you're there
When to go
Flathead, whiting, yellowfin, bream and perch are most likely to bite from late spring to autumn. Throughout winter large schools of Black Bream make their way into the estuary. And tailor, salmon and trevally are also known to bite throughout June, July and August.
Need to know
Wingan Inlet Campground
Accessibility
Wingan Inlet contains a number of campsites that are relatively flat set in clear, open areas. But note that there's a lack of accessible toilets and the trails leading down to Fly Cove are narrow and steep in some sections.
Be prepared and stay safe
Croajingolong National Park is in the East Gippsland fire district. Bushfire safety is a personal responsibility. Anyone entering the park during the bushfire season needs to stay aware of forecast weather conditions. Check the Fire Danger Rating and for days of Total Fire Ban at emergency.vic.gov.au, on the Vic Emergency App or call the Vic Emergency Hotline 1800 226 226.
No fires may be lit on Total Fire Ban days. On Catastrophic Fire Danger Rating days this park will be closed for public safety. Closure signs will be erected but do not expect an official warning.
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
Planned aerial shooting operations targeting deer - Cape Conran Coastal Park & Croajingolong National Park
Parts of Cape Conran Coastal Park and Croajingolong National Park will be closed while aerial shooting operations targeting deer are undertaken.Closures will apply during the following dates:16-20 September 20249-13 December 20242-6 June 2025Visitors are advised to check the Change of conditions listing prior to arrival for up to date information and maps or call 13 19 63.For more information about the program please visit this link.Attachments: Croajingolong NP and Cape Conran CP aerial operations informations map (2,519KB)
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. -
Croajingolong National Park
Point Hicks Road Closure
Please be advised that Point Hicks Road is currently closed due to ongoing construction works. As a result, there is no access to the following campgrounds and accommodation:- Thurra
River Campground
- Mueller
Campground
- Point
Hicks Lighthouse
Alternative Camping Options: While Point Hicks Road is closed, alternative camping sites are available at the following locations:- Wingan
Inlet
- Tamboon
Inlet
- Peachtree
Creek Reserve
Cicada Trail Closed
Cicada Trail will remain closed in 2025.Cicada Trail is a seasonally opened 4WD track, it will remain closed due to the closure of the Pt Hicks Road (from Fishermans Track) whilst the Thurra Bridge is being rebuilt.A reopening date for both Cicada Trail and the Pt Hicks Rd will be advised. - Thurra
River Campground
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Shipwreck Creek Campground (Croajingolong National Park, East Gippsland Coastal streams Natural Catchment Area)
Shipwreck Creek Campground Toilets
Shipwreck Creek Campground currently has portable toilets in place, whilst Parks Victoria rebuilds new toilet facilities. -
Genoa Peak (Croajingolong National Park)
Genoa Peak Road -4WD Only
The Genoa Peak Road is open to 4WD vehicles only and is NOT advised for 2WD vehicles.The road has had major flood damage resulting in wash outs and deep rutting.Genoa Peak Walking Track remains open.