Camping

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    Victoria’s parks have some great places to camp and there is something to suit all tastes. Choose from fully serviced sites with luxury tents to remote locations with nothing but bush. You’ll find every option in Victoria's backyard. With over a hundred parks to camp in, there's plenty of choice

     

    Drive in, relax and enjoy campgrounds that offer car-based camping where you can park your car next to or near to your tent. Some remote campground are accessible only by foot, canoe or 4wd. And in some you can even bring your dog!

     

    Facilities and camping fees vary across all parks in Victoria so be sure to plan ahead and book early to avoid disappointment.

     

    Ballots and peak season periods apply to some of the more popular campgrounds, information regarding dates and release times is available here.

    Camping in Victoria's National Parks

    Bookable camping

    Where will you wake up next? 

    Use the map below to explore all the campgrounds available where bookings are required in advance.

    Popular camping spots

    Two women camp in the Alpine National Park at twilight.

    Dispersed camping in Alpine National Park

    The Alpine National Park offers some of the most authentic and scenic bush camping opportunities in Victoria.
    A young couple walks up through ancient lava flows to Sundial Peak in the Central Grampians.

    Grampians National Park

    Rising abruptly from the surrounding Western Plains, the Grampians (Gariwerd) is a series of rugged sandstone mountain ranges and forests rich in wildlife. One of Victoria’s most popular holiday destinations, the park is a great venue for camping, climbing, scenic drives, bushwalks and nature study.
    Two campers relax at their campsite after a long paddle.

    Lower Glenelg National Park

    The Glenelg River is the central feature of the Lower Glenelg National Park. Along the last part of its winding 400 kilometre path to the sea the river has carved a spectacular gorge up to 50 metres deep through limestone. River erosion and the action of rainwater have created a remarkable cave.
    Two women walk through ferns along the Shelly Harris Track in Kinglake National Park.

    Kinglake National Park

    Only 65 km north of Melbourne, Kinglake National Park lies on the slopes of the Great Dividing Range, offering dramatic views of the Melbourne skyline, Port Phillip Bay, the Yarra Valley and across to the You Yangs.
    A couple enjoy a sunset picnic in the Brisbane Ranges National Park.

    Brisbane Ranges National Park

    Little more than an hour's drive from Melbourne takes you to the state's richest wildflower habitat. Set in a low range of mountains dissected by rocky gullies, the unusual geology of the Brisbane Ranges National Park has preserved plants that have long since vanished from other parts of the region.
    Two kangaroos stand in the grass at Woowookarung Regional Park.

    Neds Gully Campground

    The camping area is located by crossing the bridge off Little River Road towards Neds Gully Track. The campground is situated 50 meters from the car park.
    Two people camping by the water

    Camping in Hattah - Kulkyne National Park

    The freshwater Hattah Lakes is seasonally filled by creeks connected to the Murray, providing food and shelter for waterbirds and fish. These lakes can remain full for up to ten years without flooding, but flooding generally occurs once every two years. Camping, walking, bike riding and canoeing are popular here and in the adjoining Murray-Kulkyne Park.
    Three women stand-up paddle boarders paddle up the Yeerung River.

    Cape Conran Coastal Park

    Cape Conran Coastal Park has heathlands, wild ocean beaches and banksia woodlands brimming with nectar-feeding birds

    Need to know

    Camping

    Safety

    Look up. Avoid camping, parking your car and picnicking near or under trees as it can be dangerous. Branches and whole trees may fall unpredictably, trees and branches may fall at any time and swing away from the tree. Take extra care in hot or windy weather or during severe weather events. Observe all warning signs and stay well away from trees that appear to be dead or have dead branches.

    Choose your camping style

     
    Gabo Island photographed from the mainland.

    Croajingolong National Park

    Walk along the expanse of pristine sands in Croajingolong National Park, with secluded coastal camping spots perfect for beach walks, bird watching, boating and fishing.
    A Land Rover Defender attempts a river crossing in the Alpine National Park.

    4WD in Alpine National Park

    Two women follow the path through scrub up Mt Bogong with mountain views in the distance.

    Walking

    Whether you’re after a gentle stroll or something long-distance, there are walking trails to suit all levels of fitness and ability.
    A couple in their thirties take in the view along Dead Timber Track.

    Hiking and bushwalking

    Witness breathtaking natural scenery at some of Victoria’s most iconic places when you lace up your boots and take to a hiking trail.
    Two hikers reach the summit of Mount Nelse at Bogong High Plains
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