Emu Bight Campground

A large dome tent set up in a clearing between coastal banksias

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Emu Bight Campground

Enjoy a fun and relaxing holiday at this family-friendly campground in East Gippsland. Emu Bight is a quiet retreat tucked away in the bush near the shores of Lake Victoria.
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Pitch a tent or park a caravan or campervan at one of 20 unpowered sites nestled among vegetation. Campsites can accommodate up to six people per site. Bookings are required year-round.

A picnic shelter, tables, BBQs and fireplaces are scattered among the campground. Toilets are also available. Remember to bring your own firewood.

Take a short walk to Lake Victoria and stroll along the sandy shores or go for a swim. Set off in a kayak or canoe to explore the inland waterways.

Drive to the north-eastern end of the park and enjoy a picnic at Point Wilson. There are BBQs, a day shelter, untreated water and toilets. Walk along the jetty and admire the sparkling lakes.

The Gippsland Lakes are a haven for waterbirds. More than 190 species have been recorded in The Lakes National Park, including the rare White-bellied Sea-Eagle. See how many birds you can spot from the birdhide at Lake Killarney. Back at the campground, follow the walking track to Cygnet Swamp.

Lake Reeve is renowned for birdwatching and is listed under the Convention on Wetlands of International Importance (RAMSAR). Start at the Lookout Tower and take a 30-minute self-guided walk along the Nature Trail. Walk through a variety of habitats to the lake shore to see waterbirds feeding and roosting.

Take a day trip to Rotamah Island, accessible only by boat from Paynesville (6km) or Loch Sport (18km). Enjoy a picnic at Jetty Observatory and choose from a variety of walks that are great for birdwatching and scenic coastal views.

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.
Mum helps her young son as he jumps off a large piece of drift wood at West Cape Beach.

Beaches

Walk white sandy beaches, swim in cool coastal waters or surf the wild waves of the Southern Ocean.
Canoeing

Canoeing and Kayaking

Canoeing and kayaking are great ways to explore beautiful waterways. Enjoy the tranquility and spot wildlife that hikers don’t normally see.
A couple looks on at a Wombat on Wilsons Promontory National Park,

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,

How to get there

Emu Bight Campground

The Lakes National Park is in East Gippsland about 300 km east of Melbourne. The park is at the eastern end of Loch Sport, 63 km east of Sale. The campground is via Lake Victoria Track, which is unsealed although accessible for 2WDs.

Emu Bight Campground

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When you're there

Download The Lakes National Park visitor guide and campground map for more information about the park and the plethora of experiences to be had within its borders. 

Need to know

Emu Bight Campground

Accessibility

Emu Bight Campground has a loose, uneven, sandy surface, characteristic of the area, and some obstacles.

Toilets are standard facilities accessed via steps.

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

The Lakes National Park is in the East Gippsland 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.

  • Rotamah Island Homestead Picnic Area (The Lakes National Park, Gippsland Lakes Coastal Park)

    Rotamah Island Homestead Closed to Visitors

    Rotamah Island Homestead is closed for visitor access. Please keep clear of homestead and outbuildings during your visit to Rotamah Island. If you require further information please call 13 19 63

  • The Lakes National Park

    Little Rotamah Track closed until further notice

    Little Rotamah Track including all boardwalks and bridges is closed from 29 August 2023 until further notice due to safety.

    Attachments: Closure Map-Little Rotamah Track - The Lakes National Park (827KB)

  • Trapper Point (The Lakes National Park, Gippsland Lakes Coastal Park)

    Trapper Point Jetty Closure

    Trapper Jetty in the Lakes National Park is closed indefinitely. This follows an assessment by engineers that has deemed the structure unsafe.
    This asset is not available for the general public to use when open. 

  • Notices Affecting Multiple Parks

    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.
     
    For more information about deer control to protect biodiversity, please visit this link.

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