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Forest North Campground
Enjoy the scenic riverside at Forest North Campground. Launch a canoe or kayak and explore the spectacular limestone gorge. Take a short walk or relax at camp and spot kangaroos and emus.
The campground offers three unpowered campsites, all suitable for camper trailers, campervans and tents only. Each campsite accommodates up to six people.
Campground facilities include non-flush toilets, fireplaces, picnic tables and non-potable water. The campground is accessible by 2WD between May and November, 4WD may be required between December and April due to possible dry sandy track conditions.
Advanced bookings and payment are required year-round.
Things to do in the area
Canoeing and Kayaking
Bird watching
Great South West Walk
Glenelg River Canoe Trail
How to get there
Forest North Campground
Forest North Campground is north of the river and is accessed from Wanwin Road. The campground is usually accessible for 2WDs however in summer and extended dry periods the access track may become sandy and require a 4WD.
Sites
When you're there
Download the Lower Glenelg National Park Visitor Guide for more information and things to do.
Canoeists undertaking the Glenelg River Canoe Trail, paddling consecutive sections of the trail with overnight stops, should camp at the Glenelg River Canoe Trail campsites.
Need to know
Forest North 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
Lower Glenelg National Park is 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. It’s a good idea to check this page ahead of your visit for any updates.
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Notices Affecting Multiple Sites
Glenelg River estuary blocked causing some water based assets (Jetties and Landings) to become submerged
Currently the river mouth and estuary of the Glenelg River is closed.This is causing the water level of the Glenelg River to rise and in doing so is beginning to inundate some of the Jetties, Landings and Boat Ramps that are attached to campsites and visitor nodes to become submerged.This is affecting sites located in the Lower Glenelg National Park and some assets around the river mouth/estuary area of Discovery Bay Coastal Park.Park users need to be aware that some water-based assets may be underwater, or may become underwater with passing boat wash, and that extra care needs to be taken whilst using them as they may become slippery.Campsites are not currently affected, only the waterway assets such as the jetties, landings, and boat ramps.