Plenty Gorge - Nioka Bush Camp

Plenty Gorge - Nioka Bush Camp

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    Plenty Gorge - Nioka Bush Camp

    Nioka Bush Camp is a fantastic group camping spot, which will make you feel far away from civilisation - even though you are just 20km north of Melbourne. Roofed accommodation, camp kitchen and hall are all available to book. Enjoy the beautiful Plenty River and awesome Plenty Gorge. 
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    Nioka Bush Camp is only available to school groups and incorporated community organisations. Covering approximately 1.2 hectares, it's perfect for large groups to stay in the bush overnight and enjoy the natural beauty of Plenty Gorge Park.

    You can book the campground only, the campground with camp kitchen and hall, bunkhouse only or bunkhouse and campground. The bunkhouse comes with the camp kitchen.

    Facilities include toilets, hot showers, hall, kitchen, bunked accommodation as well as a camping area for tents. It's a short walk to Hawkstowe Picnic Area with the historic Le Page Homestead as well as Morang Wetlands.

    There is limited firewood available for the indoor wood heater. Firewood is not provided for the outdoor fireplace.

    Bring your own bedding, crockery and cooking utensils.

    Things to do in the area

    Father and son bird watching on boardwalk

    Bird watching

    From bushland to wetlands and everything in between, parks provide habitat to an abundance of common and rare bird species. Go for a wander and see how many you can spot.
    One of the cabins available for public booking at Tidal River in the Wilsons Promontory National Park.

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    Find where to stay in nature from remote camp sites off the beaten track to wilderness retreats or beach campgrounds.
    Three friends take a break from their walk to take a photo of a Kangaroo who is equally watching them.

    Wildlife viewing

    Get up close and personal with some of Australia's shy native wildlife or look up to spot tree-dwelling mammals and flocks of colourful birds,
    Two friends fish off the back a boat on a misty morning on Lake Eildon.

    Fishing

    In quiet lakes and gently flowing rivers, in the pounding surf or in the depths beneath your boat – the waters of Victoria’s parks and reserves offer some prize catches.

    How to get there

    Plenty Gorge - Nioka Bush Camp

    Access to Nioka Bush Camp is off Gordons Road via Plenty Road in South Morang. 
    Nioka Bush Camp

    Sites

    When you're there

    Download the Plenty Gorge Park map before you go. 

    Camping & accommodation

    Nioka Bush Camp is a fantastic group camping spot, which will make you feel far away from civilisation - even though you are just 20km north of Melbourne. Roofed accommodation, camp kitchen and hall are all available to book. Enjoy the beautiful Plenty River and awesome Plenty Gorge. 

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    Need to know

    Plenty Gorge - Nioka Bush Camp

    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.

    Changes 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.

    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.

    • Nioka Bush Camp (Plenty Gorge Parklands)

      Warning - Nioka Bush Camp is currently closed

      Nioka Bush Camp is currently closed.

      Warning - Nioka Bush Camp is currently closed

      Nioka Bush Camp is currently closed.

      Warning - Nioka Bush Camp is currently closed

      Nioka Bush Camp is currently closed.

      Warning - Nioka Bush Camp is currently closed

      Nioka Bush Camp is currently closed.

      Warning - Nioka Bush Camp is currently closed

      Nioka Bush Camp is currently closed.

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