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Free camping sites in Victoria

The Great Ocean Road is one of the most well known road trip routes in Australia. But Victoria’s breath taking coast is just the beginning – there is so much to see in this state including historic sites, theme parks, wildlife, wineries and snow-capped mountains. If you are on a tight budget, or simply want to save money for other activities, there are a range of free campsites throughout Victoria.

Here are a few you might like to check out, discover more free Victorian Campsites with our App and comprehensive Camps 11 Guidebook.

Perisher Ski Fields by Kate Gilmore

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

1 July, 2022

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

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Wyanga Park Winery

Free Camp when you sip at Wyanga Park Winery, Victoria

18 March, 2022

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

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Beauchamp Falls Reserve, Victoria

Beauchamp Falls Reserve has reopened in Victoria

15 February, 2022

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

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Aysons Reserve VIC image Adams Family Travels

Popular free riverside camp: Aysons Reserve, Victoria

27 January, 2022

Aysons Reserve VIC image Adams Family Travels CAMPS Ambassadors, Dale and Tracey recently visited freedom camp, Aysons Reserve on the Campaspe River, and said it was a “great free camp” with “plenty of room for camping, especially for a group.” Plus: large grassy area riverside – room for Big Rigs and groups accessible toilets and dump point pet friendly swimming, fishing, boating – boat ramp nearby shade and views Aysons Reserve VIC image Adams Family Travels You need a permit if you want to stay longer than 3 days and 2 nights, there is no charge. You can only park one

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JB Plain Hut Campground, Dinner Plain by CAMPS AUSTRALIA WIDE

Free camp at JB Plain Hut in the Victorian High Country

16 August, 2021

JB Plain Hut is the first hut you will come across from Dinner Plain, only 1.8 km towards Hotham Alpine Village in Victoria High Country. Surprisingly, there were several RVs at the carpark entrance on the Great Alpine Road – and at least 4 tents around the hut and my favourite snow gums. One skier set up right on the edge of the plain. A beautiful spot! It is a walk-in site for tent camping – with a drop toilet. The two room hut is pretty rustic inside and out – there is a fireplace, the hut is only for

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VIC Meredith Park

Fish and free camp at Meredith Park, Victoria

9 November, 2020

A lovely peaceful spot on the shores of Lake Colac, the largest natural freshwater lake in Victoria. Meredith Park has large flat camping areas with easy access, views, and good facilities. There is water, shade, picnic table, fireplace, mobile phone coverage, toilets and a boat ramp. This popular camp ground is suitable for pets and there are good spots for big rigs. This is a great location for fishing when the water level is up. Expect water sports, prolific birdlife, fantastic sunsets and large grassy sites. Note: it can be windy here. You will find this site at 175 Meredith

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VIC Lake Lascelles

Lake Lascelles, Victoria is a free camp with facilities plus

17 June, 2020

This lake is fed by the clean water from the Grampians Wimmera Mallee pipeline. Pull up and enjoy a beverage lakeside as the sun goes down. A known location for water sports and fishing, this top spot is on the edge of the Lake Lascelles in Hopetoun, developed and beautified over the last few years. Facilities are numerous: toilets, shower, drinking water, picnic table, fireplace, BBQ, mobile phone coverage and a boat ramp. There’s also shade and views! Suitable for big rigs and pets are allowed. Powered sites are also available for a fee. It is 24 hours only – you

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VIC Ludlows Reserve

Enjoy free camp, shady Ludlows Reserve, Victoria

17 June, 2020

If you’d like to wake up to beautiful views of a lake and mountains, here’s your camp spot! You are situated very close to the shores of Lake Hume, and on the 64km High Country Rail Trail. The large grassy area has easy access and a boat ramp. There are toilets, picnic table, BBQ, and mobile phone coverage. Big rigs and pets can find a home here. This site is shady and cool – and if there is a heatwave, you can immerse yourself in the lake! The site is 24-hours only. Caravans and motorhomes only, no tents or camper trailers.

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Photo credit: Di and Jim O'Mara and No Boundaries

Maritime history at Port Albert Parking Area

1 July, 2019

Photo credit: Di and Jim O’Mara and No Boundaries An overnighter – but a beauty!  Just a slight detour in off the beaten track, Port Albert is a sleepy fishing village on the Victorian coast that caters well for a few self-contained RVs right on the foreshore.  The town is steeped in maritime history with some of its buildings dating back to the mid 1800’s. We enjoyed a late afternoon walk around the Old Port Walking Trail, followed by a counter meal at the charming Customs House Inn a short stroll from the parking area. The PORT ALBERT PARKING AREA

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