Jamieson Creek Campground

A couple walk through a coastal campground with BBQ facilities and tent sites surrounded by Eucalyptus trees and the ocean in the background.

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Jamieson Creek Campground

Enjoy panoramic views just meters from the campground looking out over the ocean and surrounding landscapes.

Set among coastal woodland and tall eucalypts, a short distance from Wye River, Jamieson Creek Campground is perfectly positioned to explore 4WD trails, Jamieson Creek walking track and nearby Cumberland River and Lorne trailheads.

Jamieson Creek Campground contains 24 campsites, each accommodating up to six people. Campsites 10-19 have no direct vehicle access and are suitable for tents only. A central carpark is located close by.

Sites 4 and 7 are suitable for caravans, while all remaining campsites cater to tents, camper trailers and campervans. All campsites are unpowered. Campground facilities include non-flush toilets and shared fireplaces - please bring your own firewood. Advanced bookings and payment are required year-round.

From the campground explore the Jamieson Creek Walking Track. This undulating track with staircases and creek crossings is 5.5km one way and links to Wye River. Highpoints offer views through tall eucalypts to the Southern Ocean beyond. Learn about the history of the area from storyboards and listen for birdlife as you walk through forest above the Great Ocean Road. 


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Things To Do

Three friends follow the track alongside the Cumberland River near Lorne in the Great Otway National Park.

Cumberland Falls Walk

Explore the feeling of remoteness in one of the more beautiful river valleys in the Otway Ranges. Memories of dramatic cliffs, gentle streams and peaceful pools in which to cool off on a hot summer day will stay with you long after your visit.
Three friends standing at the Erskine Falls lookout admiring the waterfall.

Erskine Falls

Erskine Falls are at the end of Erskine Falls Road 10km north west of Lorne. There is a viewing point above the falls and a walking track, steep in places, leads to the base of the falls. The falls cascade over one of the highest drops in the Otways.
A Land Rover Defender attempts a river crossing in the Alpine National Park.

4WD

Enjoy a range of short and long 4WD trips in Victoria's parks. From the desert or mountains, to the rainforest or snow, 4WD tracks cater for all levels of skill and expertise.

How to get there

Jamieson Creek Campground

Jamieson Creek Campground is nestled between Lorne and Wye River, approximately two and a half hours drive from Melbourne. Follow the Great Ocean Road and then Jamieson Track. The campground is accessible by 2WD.
Jamieson Creek Campground

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When you're there

While the campground caters for self-contained comfort, you should bring your own drinking water and firewood, and take all rubbish home with you.

Need to know

Jamieson Creek Campground

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.

Be prepared and stay safe

Jameson Creek Campground is in the Great Otway National Park in the South West fire district. Bushfires can occur during the warmer months. It is your responsibility to check current and forecast weather conditions. Campfires cannot be lit on days of Total Fire Ban, however gas cookers can be used for preparing food.

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.

Change of Conditions

Nature being nature, sometimes conditions can change at short notice. Itโ€™s a good idea to check this page ahead of your visit for any updates.

  • Notices Affecting Multiple Sites

    Kalimna Tramline link walk and Upper Kalimna is closed

    The Kalimna Tramline link walk is closed due to damage to a pedestrian bridge. Walkers can still access the Lower Kalimna Waterfall via the Kalimna Falls Walking Track, which starts at Sheoak Picnic Area. Upper Kalimna Falls closed until further notice.


    Night closures of park tracks in Great Otway National Park for conservation work

    Parks Victoria  will be conducting conservation shooting programs at night throughout the Great Otway National Park between April and June 30th 2025.  To ensure the safety of park visitors and staff, track closures will occur at night around shooting operation areas.
    Campgrounds and campground access will remain open, as will most visitor sites.  Track closures will be temporary and should not cause too much inconvenience for park visitors.  Should you require more information, please email westregiondcp@parks.vic.gov.au or call Parks Victoria on 13 19 63.

    Great Ocean Walk - River estuary conditions

    ๐Ÿšถโ€โ™€๏ธ๐ŸŒŠ Great Ocean Walk Update ๐ŸŒŠ๐Ÿšถโ€โ™‚๏ธ

    Parks Victoria is monitoring water levels at the Aire River and Gellibrand River estuary mouths. Hikers may notice high water in these areas.

    โš ๏ธ If levels rise and pose a safety risk, track closures may be required.

    ๐Ÿ•๏ธ Aire River West campground is open, including lower areas near the river. However, sites 24โ€“40 may need to close if the Aire estuary remains closed and water levels increase.

    ๐ŸŒง๏ธ Estuaries may open naturally at any time or be artificially opened when safe to do so.  Forecast catchment rainfall may see these conditions change quickly . 

    ๐Ÿ—บ๏ธ Check conditions before your walk or stay, and take extra care near river crossings.

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