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New Campground at Lake Kepwari, Western Australia

At a Glance
Cost Per person camping fees, no vehicle entry charge
Location 10 km SE of Collie, Western Australia
Pet Friendly Yes, dogs permitted on leash
Campfires Yes, fire rings provided
Facilities Pit toilets, picnic tables, BBQ shelters, benches, walking trails, beach access
Vehicle Access Compacted gravel sites, unpowered
In Camps App Yes – Book up to 6 months in advance

Scenic view of Lake Kepwari with turquoise water surrounded by native bushland in Western Australia
Image Courtesy DBCA, Western Australia

Update your books for a name change plus a brand new campsite at Lake Kepwari, in Australia’s West.

The new campground has now officially been opened at Collie’s Lake Kepwari.  The site, known as the David Ugle Campground adds another 32 campsites to this spot beside the lake.  It is located at the northern edge.  The previous campground known as Lake Kepwari Burra Camp has been renamed to the Mick Murray Campground.  This is to honour the contribution he made to the local community.  Mick Murray Campground is the one located on the eastern side close to the boat ramp.  With the inclusion of the new campground at David Ugle this brings the total number of sites to 53.

David Ugle Campground Stage 2 facilities at Lake Kepwari showing camping area and amenities
All images courtesy DBCA

A new picnic area is also included with pathways, BBQ shelters and toilets. The new campground (David Ugle) has a walking trail access to a beach and is about 1.5 km from the boat ramp.

You can book up to six months in advance for one campsite only. The sites are compacted gravel and unpowered. You’ll need to supply drinking water, there’s pit toilets (no flush) with picnic tables and disabled friendly. There are benches and fire rings are included. Dogs are permitted on a leash and you can have a generator between 8 am and 6pm No dump point on site. While there are camping fees per person there is no vehicle entry charge .. pay online by ebooking …

Lake Kepwari is located 10 km SE of Collie and means ‘playing in water’ in the local Wiilman language. You can water ski here and it’s perfect for swimming and canoing, bush walking, picnicking.

Crystal clear waters of Lake Kepwari near Mick Murray and David Ugle Campgrounds, Western Australia

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Frequently Asked Questions

How many campsites are now available at Lake Kepwari?

With the opening of the new David Ugle Campground, there are now 53 campsites in total at Lake Kepwari. The David Ugle Campground adds 32 sites at the northern edge, while the renamed Mick Murray Campground is on the eastern side near the boat ramp.

Can I bring my dog to Lake Kepwari?

Yes, dogs are permitted at Lake Kepwari but must be kept on a leash at all times.

What facilities are available at the David Ugle Campground?

The new David Ugle Campground features compacted gravel unpowered sites, pit toilets (no flush), picnic tables, benches, fire rings, BBQ shelters, and disabled-friendly facilities. There’s also walking trail access to a beach approximately 1.5 km from the boat ramp.

Do I need to bring my own drinking water?

Yes, you’ll need to supply your own drinking water as it’s not provided on site.

How far in advance can I book a campsite?

You can book up to six months in advance for one campsite. Bookings are made online through the ebooking system.

Are generators allowed at Lake Kepwari?

Yes, generators are permitted between 8 am and 6 pm only.

What water activities can I do at Lake Kepwari?

Lake Kepwari is perfect for water skiing, swimming and canoeing. There’s also a boat ramp available for launching watercraft.

Is there a dump point at the campground?

No, there is no dump point on site at Lake Kepwari.

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