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Allenvale Campground
Nestled on the banks of St George River just beyond the outskirts of Lorne, Allenvale Campground is perfectly positioned to explore the coast and the bush.
Relax at camp or explore one of the many walking trails in the area. Platypus are known to inhabit St George River, so be sure to keep an eye out at dawn and dusk.
Allenvale Campground contains 20 walk-in campsites, each accommodating up to six people. All campsites are unpowered and are suitable for tents only. There is no direct vehicle access to the campsites. A carpark is located close by (approximately 230 meters). Campground facilities include non-flush toilets and low tables/seats. There are no fireplaces provided, and fires are not allowed. Please bring your own fuel stove or gas barbeque for cooking. Advanced bookings and payment are required year-round.
Things To Do
Lorne
Sheoak Falls
Erskine Falls
Sheoak Picnic Area
Cumberland Falls Walk
How to get there
Allenvale Campground
Allenvale Campground is located just beyond the outskirts of Lorne off Allenvale Road, approximately two hours drive from Melbourne.
Sites
When you're there
While the campground caters for self-contained comfort, you should bring your own drinking water, and take all rubbish home with you.
There are no fireplaces, and fires are not allowed. You will need to bring your own fuel stove or gas barbecue for cooking.
Allenvale Campground
Nestled on the banks of St George River just beyond the outskirts of Lorne, Allenvale Campground is perfectly positioned to explore the coast and the bush.
This is a walk-in camping area, although it's only a short walk to the campground (approximately 230 meters).
Need to know
Allenvale Campground
Accessibility
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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Herberts (Wymbooliel) Campground (Great Otway National Park)
Herbert's Campground closed
Herbert’s Campground is closed until further notice due to hazardous trees. -
Beauchamp Falls Reserve
Beauchamp Falls Reserve Closure
Beauchamp Falls campground, road and waterfall are closed to visitors until further notice due to upgrade works. -
Notices Affecting Multiple Sites
Lorne Area Closures Due to Planned Burning
Due to a planned burn occurring in the Lorne area, a number of Parks Victoria visitor sites and walking tracks will be closed for safety reasons between the 24 February and 14 March 2021 while the burn occurs.Visitor sites that are closed:Allenvale Mill CampgroundSheoak Picnic AreaSheaok FallsWalking tracks that are closed :Cora LynnPhantom FallsCanyonHenderson Falls/Won Wondah FallsKalimna FallsSheoak CreekCastle RockCumberland Garvey LinkTriplet Falls and Little Aire Falls Temporary Closure
From the 9th March - 31st March the Phillips Track access to Triplet and Little Aire Falls will be closed for essential road works. Triplet Falls and Little Aire Falls visitor sites will therefore be closed during this period.The linking Brown Town and Youngs Creek tracks will be also be closed during this period for visitor safety.Access to the nearby Otway Fly will remain open. -
Great Otway National Park
Beach between Red Rocks and Anglesea Family Caravan Park closed until further notice
The beach between Red Rocks, off Hurst Rd, and the Anglesea Family Caravan Park is closed until further notice for public safety. There has been recent landslip activity at the area known as Demon's Bluff and monitoring of the site has identified an increase risk for further landslips.