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Devil Cove Campground (Lake Eildon National Park)
Devil Cove is one of several well-equipped campgrounds around Lake Eildon. There is no boat ramp, making it best suited to walkers and nature lovers looking to relax. Wake to the call of native birds and friendly kangaroos grazing in the shade. Explore the nearby Perfect Cure or Candlebark Nature Walks, stroll up to Merlo's Lookout for views over the landscape or head down to the water to cool down.
This shady campground can accommodate tents and some caravans and campervans. Sites are unpowered. Facilities include wheel-chair accessible toilets and hot showers, drinking water, gas barbecues and picnic shelters. Fees apply and bookings are required.
Visitor Tips: Phone signals are unreliable in the park. Avoid camping under or near large trees. Branches may fall and swing away from the tree at any time. No bins are provided. Please take all rubbish home with you for recycling or disposal.
Fires are only permitted in the fireplaces provided. Firewood collection is not permitted in the park so please bring your own. No bins are provided. Fires must only be lit in the fireplaces provided that: it is not a day of Total Fire Ban, an area of at least 3m around it is cleared of anything flammable, an adult is in attendance at all times (within 50m and in direct line of sight), you have at least 10 litres of water available for immediate use and put the fire out with water, not soil. When the campfire is cool to touch, it is safe to leave.
Take care when swimming, boating or paddling - deep holes, submerged objects, and currents may not be obvious. Supervise children at all times near water.
All plants, animals, other natural features and cultural sites are protected and must not be disturbed or removed. Feeding wildlife is bad for its health. It is an offence to feed or leave food where it is accessible to wildlife. Penalties apply. Please abide by speed limits, drive safely and watch for wildlife. Loud noise can disturb wildlife. Please respect the local wildlife and your fellow campers and keep noise to a minimum. Dogs and other pets are not permitted in the park, except at the Jerusalem Creek Campgrounds where dogs are permitted but must be on a lead at all times.
This shady campground can accommodate tents and some caravans and campervans. Sites are unpowered. Facilities include wheel-chair accessible toilets and hot showers, drinking water, gas barbecues and picnic shelters. Fees apply and bookings are required.
Visitor Tips: Phone signals are unreliable in the park. Avoid camping under or near large trees. Branches may fall and swing away from the tree at any time. No bins are provided. Please take all rubbish home with you for recycling or disposal.
Fires are only permitted in the fireplaces provided. Firewood collection is not permitted in the park so please bring your own. No bins are provided. Fires must only be lit in the fireplaces provided that: it is not a day of Total Fire Ban, an area of at least 3m around it is cleared of anything flammable, an adult is in attendance at all times (within 50m and in direct line of sight), you have at least 10 litres of water available for immediate use and put the fire out with water, not soil. When the campfire is cool to touch, it is safe to leave.
Take care when swimming, boating or paddling - deep holes, submerged objects, and currents may not be obvious. Supervise children at all times near water.
All plants, animals, other natural features and cultural sites are protected and must not be disturbed or removed. Feeding wildlife is bad for its health. It is an offence to feed or leave food where it is accessible to wildlife. Penalties apply. Please abide by speed limits, drive safely and watch for wildlife. Loud noise can disturb wildlife. Please respect the local wildlife and your fellow campers and keep noise to a minimum. Dogs and other pets are not permitted in the park, except at the Jerusalem Creek Campgrounds where dogs are permitted but must be on a lead at all times.
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Devil Cove Campground (Lake Eildon National Park)
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Devil Cove Campground (Lake Eildon National Park)
Safety in nature
You can benefit both mind and body when you get outdoors to explore and experience Victoria's natural places. Before you go, take a look at our safety tips and check our changed conditions and closures information for a great visit.
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.
Warnings & Restrictions
Dogs
Dogs are not allowed
Restrictions
- Boating zones apply
- Fees apply
- No firearms allowed
- No generators
- Seasonally closed
- Speed restrictions apply
- No horses
- No dogs allowed
Warnings
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Animals and pests
- Snakes
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Other warnings
- Trees may fall take care
- Limbs may fall take care
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Water hazards
- Shallow water
- Deep water
Be Prepared
Stay safe and get the most out of your park visit by preparing for natural hazards and other outdoor risks in Victoria’s parks. You are responsible for your own safety and the safety of those in your care. Find out more.
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.
Drinking water at Devil Cove Campground
We are updating the water and wastewater infrastructure at the Fraser Block campgrounds to meet current environmental standards, so that visitors can continue to enjoy camping at Lake Eildon National Park for years to come.
What has changed?
Drinking water and tap water is not provided at Devil Cove campground, however barbecues, flushing toilets, showers, hand basins and hot water using untreated water are available.
What do I need to do?
Please ensure you bring enough drinking water for your stay. We recommend also bringing extra water for washing up, as water taps and hose connections are not available within the campgrounds.
Bookings are essential and can be made now at: www.bookings.parks.vic.gov.au/book
Where can I get more information?
For more information about the project, please visit the Lake Eildon National Park Campground updates project page. You can also reach out to the team by emailing info@parks.vic.gov.au or calling us on 13 1963.
Blue-Green Algae Warning for Lake Eildon
Goulburn-Murray Water has detected high blue-green algae levels within Lake Eildon. Blue-green algae present a risk to the health of humans and animals. The algae detected may cause gastroenteritis if ingested. Characteristic signs of algae contact are skin rashes or itchiness; sore eyes, ears and nose; or if swallowed, nausea or vomiting.
The situation is being closely monitored by Goulburn-Murray Water and they recommend the following precautions:
- People and pets should avoid contact with the water.
- Untreated water should never be used for human consumption (e.g. drinking, cooking, showering, bathing, washing).
- People who come into contact with the water should wash affected skin immediately in clean cold water.
- Boiling the affected water will not make it safe to use. Blue-green algae release toxins into the water when heated.
- Please remember that water in Lake Eildon is not suitable for human consumption without first being properly treated.
You can determine if the warning is still current by visiting the Goulburn-Murray Water website:
https://www.g-mwater.com.au/water-operations/bga or by ringing 1800 013 357.
Drinking water at Candlebark Campground
We are updating the water and wastewater infrastructure at the Fraser Block campgrounds to meet current environmental standards, so that visitors can continue to enjoy camping at Lake Eildon National Park for years to come.
What has changed?
Drinking water and tap water is not provided at Candlebark Campground, however barbecues, flushing toilets, showers, hand basins and hot water using untreated water are available.
What do I need to do?
Please ensure you bring enough drinking water for your stay. We recommend also bringing extra water for washing up, as water taps and hose connections are not available within the campgrounds.
Bookings are essential and can be made now at: www.bookings.parks.vic.gov.au/book
Where can I get more information?
For more information about the project, please visit the Lake Eildon National Park Campground updates project page. You can also reach out to the team by emailing info@parks.vic.gov.au or calling us on 13 1963.
Drinking water at Lakeside Campground
We are updating the water and wastewater infrastructure at the Fraser Block campgrounds to meet current environmental standards, so that visitors can continue to enjoy camping at Lake Eildon National Park for years to come.
What has changed?
Drinking water and tap water is not provided at Lakeside Campground, however flushing toilets and hand basins using untreated water are available.
What do I need to do?
Please ensure you bring enough drinking water for your stay. We recommend also bringing extra water for washing up, as water taps and hose connections are not available within the campgrounds.
Bookings are essential and can be made now at: www.bookings.parks.vic.gov.au/book
Where can I get more information?
For more information about the project, please visit the Lake Eildon National Park Campground updates project page. You can also reach out to the team by emailing info@parks.vic.gov.au or calling us on 13 1963.