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New name: Mallee Bush Retreat at Lake Lascelles, Victoria

Mallee Bush Retreat at Lake Lascelles, Victoria – image by Graham Luscombe A volunteer-run committee manage and maintain the beautiful Lake Lascelles and award-winning Mallee Bush Retreat. Mallee Bush Retreat at Lake Lascelles, Victoria – image by Graham Luscombe Located only 500 m from the Hopetoun centre, this idyllic spot offers unpowered free camping available around the lake’s water front and in the bush, as well as 12 powered sites for a reasonable price. Mallee Bush Retreat at Lake Lascelles, Victoria – image by Graham Luscombe As this is a volunteer run site, No bookings taken for camping. They graciously accept

Michelle Gilmore 8 July, 2022

Destinations

High country free camp: Victoria Falls, Victoria

If you are looking for a pretty waterfall, then check out some of our camps beside waterfalls. Victoria Falls Campground is known more as a historical area rather than a waterfall – it was the site of Victoria’s first hydro electricity scheme. The history is interesting, but infrastructure was removed – just some concrete remains. Instead, park up and enjoy the serenity! This camp area has enough going for it, to visit in its own right. It has a beautiful little creek (see our video below) and bridge with picnic area, barbeques and toilet alongside. Plus you can bring your pets,

Michelle Gilmore 1 July, 2022

Camping

Do you want to build a snowman? Free camp near the snow in New South Wales and Victoria!

Perisher Ski Fields by Kate Gilmore In 2022, we are so fortunate that the snow season has started early! If skiing or snowboarding is your thing, or if you just want the kids to have the experience of a snowball fight and sticking a carrot in the face of a snowman they have rolled themselves… Here’s a few options for accommodation that are easier on the wallet. Island Bend Campground, NSW Island Bend Campground, NSW by Kate Gilmore It is only 15 minutes to Perisher and the snowfields. This is a free national park campground with toilets, BBQ, picnic tables. Permits apply. Island

Michelle Gilmore 1 July, 2022

Caravan Parks

Camp at Patchewollock Hotel, Victoria

Established after the First World War, Patchewollock is a small town in North-West Victoria with a population of less than 200. Located 41 km SW of Ouyen or 49 km N of Hopetoun, “Patche” is home to an amazing silo art piece by Brisbane-based street artist Fintan Magee, sometimes referred to as the ‘Australia’s Banksy’. The giant mural depicts local sheep and grain farmer, Nick ‘Noodle’ Hulland, chosen for his ‘classic farmer looks’ and his strong connection to the farming community. Patchewollock Caravan Park (formerly Patche Sunset Retreat) has closed! However you can still camp there, it is now called

Jed Elmer 24 June, 2022

Farm & Station Stays

Valdara Rustic Farmstay announces new attractions for Beaufort, Victoria

Liza, from Valdara Rustic Farmstay near Beaufort, Victoria, said, “There are TWO very exciting new projects that commenced during Covid.” The Pyrenees Farm Gate Trail The Pyrenees is a region well known for its great wines. Take the time to explore all that the Pyrenees Farm Gate Trail has to offer. Said Liza, “This is a self drive farm gate trail that includes wineries, artists, produce and crafts.” Drive through this special region, explore and find pottery, art and plenty of cellar doors! www.pyreneesfarmgatetrail.com Cyril Callister Museum Come learn about the Man Who Invented Vegemite! “At the moment the museum

Michelle Gilmore 20 May, 2022

Camping

6 new and 28 upgraded campsites in Victoria

From the Grampians to the Great Ocean Road and all across Victoria, families now have more opportunities to explore the great outdoors over Easter with the opening of new and upgraded campgrounds. Whether its pristine coastlines or the rugged High Country there is something for everyone, with a plethora of new and upgraded campgrounds. A further 23 new and 55 upgraded campgrounds are said to be finished by mid-next year, so stay posted. Over $105.6 million has been invested in new campgrounds, better walking trails and visitor facilities across the state. You’ll find these new camping spots in the CAMPS AUSTRALIA

Michelle Gilmore 27 April, 2022

Caravan Parks

April reopening for Omeo Caravan Park in Victoria

East Gippsland Shire Council is committed to having the Caravan Park at Omeo reopened by the 14th of April just before Easter. Some areas of the park will still have temporary closures and no cabins will be available. A flood in early January caused well-documented damage to the park and amenities, local roads and other public facilities such as Livingstone Park and the pump track. Council has made remedial action a priority in Omeo and surrounds. General Manager Business Excellence, Peter Cannizzaro said it was likely to take up until Easter for flood remedial works to be completed at the

Michelle Gilmore 8 April, 2022

Camp On A Budget

Free Camp when you sip at Wyanga Park Winery, Victoria

Bring your van and stay a night at Wyanga Park Winery. Tucked away on the North Arm of the Gippsland Lakes at Lakes Entrance is Gippsland’s oldest family run winery, easily accessible by both vehicle or boat! There are a small number of grassy shaded unpowered sites available. They offer free camping for RVs, camper trailers, caravans and big rigs in exchange for patronising the cellar door or cafe but you must be able to contain all your grey water and be self contained including your own toilet. Well behaved pets are welcome, generators are fine during daylight hours (be

Leisa Cooper 18 March, 2022

Free Camping

Beauchamp Falls Reserve has reopened in Victoria

The free camp, Beauchamp Falls Campground in the Otways is proving popular this summer after undergoing a major upgrade. Forest Fire Management Victoria’s works delivered a range of new facilities and improvements: New toilet block, picnic tables and firepits Six new camping sites for camper trailers and camper vans Landscaping including the addition of 5,000 native plants An internal road and turning circle to improve traffic flow Expansion of the carpark The camp is free with BYO water. Note: no pets allowed in Otway Forest Park. The Great Otway National Park stretches from Torquay through to Princetown and up through

Michelle Gilmore 15 February, 2022

Victoria

New name: Mallee Bush Retreat at Lake Lascelles, Victoria

High country free camp: Victoria Falls, Victoria

Do you want to build a snowman? Free camp near the snow in New South Wales and Victoria!

Camp at Patchewollock Hotel, Victoria

Valdara Rustic Farmstay announces new attractions for Beaufort, Victoria

6 new and 28 upgraded campsites in Victoria

April reopening for Omeo Caravan Park in Victoria

Free Camp when you sip at Wyanga Park Winery, Victoria

Beauchamp Falls Reserve has reopened in Victoria

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