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Little Waterloo Bay Camping Area
On the eastern coast of Wilsons Promontory, Little Waterloo Bay Campground is surrounded by steep, forested slopes domintaed by lilly pilly trees and large granite boulders. The camping area is only accessible by foot from Tidal River, Telegraph Saddle or via Refuge Cove. When you get there you will be rewarded with a lovely white sand beach and crystal clear blue water.
There is a camping area with basic tables and creek water. Creek water is available and should be treated prior to consumption. A composting toilet is provided. During winter months low lying parts of the campground may be inundated with water and overnight hiker numbers may be restricted. Advance booking required.
How to get there
Little Waterloo Bay Camping Area
Facilities
When you're there
Overnight hikers must obtain a permit before commencing their walk and carry it with them at all times. Please ensure that you have an emergency contact who has been notified of your trip itinerary. Each area has a maximum of two consecutive nights and a maximum group size of 12.
Download the guide to the Southern Circuit overnight hikes and the Wilsons Prom visitor guide.
Need to know
Little Waterloo Bay Camping Area
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. Parks Victoria provides a range of a equipment, including all-terrain and beach wheelchairs, facilities, accommodation and accessibility information and programs to help you plan and enjoy your visit to Victoria's parks.
Assistance dogs are welcome in Parks Victoria parks and reserves. Entry requirements apply for parks and reserves that are usually dog prohibited, such as national parks.
Be prepared and stay safe
Wilsons Promontory National Park is in the South and West Gippsland fire district. Bushfires can occur during the warmer months. It is your responsibility to check current and forecast weather conditions.
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.
How we keep it special
- All plants, animals, other natural features and cultural sites are protected and must not be disturbed or removed.
- Stay on walking tracks to avoid getting lost or spreading Cinnamon Fungus. This waterborn disease kills native flora and can be carried to new areas on the soles of your shoes.
- Fishing and the taking of shellfish or crustaceans is not permitted from the shore or waters within Wilsons Promontory Marine National Park. Bait collection is not allowed anywhere in the park.
- Feeding wildlife is bad for their health. It is an offence to feed or leave food where it is accessible to wildlife. Penalties apply.
