Beach Camping Near Bacchus Marsh, Victoria, AU: 12 Best Beach Campsites 2025

83% (622 reviews)

You’ll find over 230 beach camping spots around Bacchus Marsh, each offering direct access to sand and surf. Average nightly rates sit near $197, but you can score a site for as little as $22 if you’re quick. Most sites throw in the basics: toilets, campfires allowed, and pets welcome. Hikers, swimmers, and wildlife-watchers have plenty to keep them busy. Locals rave about Shacks at Kardella Park (578 reviews) for its open skies and easy strolls to the water. Redbank156 camping / PITCHED cabins (217 reviews) serves up rustic charm and plenty of space for the dog. If you prefer a quieter patch, try Rancho Nirvana (17 reviews), favoured for its peaceful bush feel just minutes from the coast. Pack for unpredictable weather and chuck in extra layers—Bacchus Marsh’s breezes don’t mess about. Rubbish bins are sometimes scarce, so plan to take out what you bring in. You’ll meet plenty of fellow travellers who know their way around a beach campfire.

Popular camping styles for Bacchus Marsh

Top-rated campgrounds

83% (622 reviews)

You’ll find over 230 beach camping spots around Bacchus Marsh, each offering direct access to sand and surf. Average nightly rates sit near $197, but you can score a site for as little as $22 if you’re quick. Most sites throw in the basics: toilets, campfires allowed, and pets welcome. Hikers, swimmers, and wildlife-watchers have plenty to keep them busy. Locals rave about Shacks at Kardella Park (578 reviews) for its open skies and easy strolls to the water. Redbank156 camping / PITCHED cabins (217 reviews) serves up rustic charm and plenty of space for the dog. If you prefer a quieter patch, try Rancho Nirvana (17 reviews), favoured for its peaceful bush feel just minutes from the coast. Pack for unpredictable weather and chuck in extra layers—Bacchus Marsh’s breezes don’t mess about. Rubbish bins are sometimes scarce, so plan to take out what you bring in. You’ll meet plenty of fellow travellers who know their way around a beach campfire.

Popular camping styles for Bacchus Marsh

Top-rated campgrounds

1. Shacks at Kardella Park

99%

(764)

17 sites · Lodging, RVs, Tents · Indented Head, VIC

Shacks at Kardella is a 47-acre lifestyle farm close to the beach at Indented Head on the Bellarine Peninsula. Our property has cows, goats, miniature horses and plenty of native birdlife. Walking distance to the beach and general store/post office which sells coffee, beer, wine and other essentials. The campsite is 500 metres from the Indented Head boat ramp. Come and enjoy our peaceful slice of the thriving Bellarine Peninsula! Campsites have no amenities so campers need to BYO everything (including drinking water and camping toilet) and leave no trace. Dog friendly.We offer general camping a garden glamping bell tent.

* Before taxes and fees

2. Ingenia Holidays Torquay

88%

(29)

167 sites · Lodging, RVs, Tents · Torquay, VIC

Searching for a surfing escape in Victoria? Head to Ingenia Holidays Torquay to soak up the beachside atmosphere at one of Victoria’s best-known surfing locations. Located less than one kilometer from the Torquay Foreshore, Torquay Beach and The Esplanade, this is one destination best explored on foot, with local shops, cafes and restaurants on the holiday park’s doorstep. While the coastline might be the main attraction with over 20 beaches and coves to explore in the Torquay region, the holiday park gives you plenty of excuses not to leave with a solar-heated swimming pool, heated spa and landscaped gardens. With mini-golf, giant snakes and ladders, tennis courts, cricket pitch, modern playground and games room – with additional activities to keep the kids entertained through school holidays.

* Before taxes and fees

3. Swan Bay Road Wallington

100%

(22)

13 sites · RVs, Tents · Grovedale, VIC

Located in the middle of The Bellarine Peninsula. Within walking distance of Adventure Park, Flying Brick Cider House and McGlasions Winery (Farm Dog Brewery). 5 minutes Drive to Ocean Grove/Barwon Heads. 10 mins drive to Queenscliff, Pt. Lonsdale, Portalington, Geelong. Our little property is suitable for tents, caravans, RVs. We have a fully functioning toilet, can run power to your camp (no shower facility). We have an inground trampoline, half court basketball/netball court. Our small inground pool can be added extra. Our acerage can cater for small groups of up to 15 people, your van/tent/RV or ours. Pets allowed by agreement and must be on lead at all times. We have free range geese, chooks and a friendly dog There is no need for an alarm clock our Roosters have that covered.

* Before taxes and fees

4. Ingenia Holidays Queenscliff Beacon

123 sites · Lodging, RVs, Tents · Queenscliff, VIC

Experience a touch of luxury as you enjoy relaxation and rejuvenation at BIG4 Ingenia Queenscliff Beacon on the Bellarine Peninsula. Located less than 90 minutes from Melbourne CBD, you can choose from a range of caravan and camping sites, some even being pet friendly, so you can bring your pooch along. With artificial turf or natural grass sites on offer, as well as bathroom amenities, a camp kitchen, and Wi-Fi, you can camp with modern luxuries on the Bellarine Peninsula. During your stay, explore the Queenscliff and Point Lonsdale foreshores, with beautiful beaches nearby, or visit some of the local attractions such as the local Adventure Park and Jirrahlinga Wildlife Sanctuary. If you’d prefer to stay on the resort grounds, there’s plenty to keep you entertained! Enjoy free activities for kids on weekends and during school holidays, plus access to our indoor adventure playground, shaded giant jumping pad, indoor heated pool, and 24/7 fitness center.

* Before taxes and fees

Stories from the community

Mathew

October 2025

6 m travel trailer

Weekend Trip to Shacks at Kardella Park

Great spot close to the beach. Private sites with heaps of space between each other. Nice and quiet location, fire pits available and friendly hosts.

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Leanne

September 2025

7 m travel trailer

With pets

1 night at Shacks at Kardella Park

FABULOUS Place. Quiet, tranquil and relaxing. Close walk to the beach plenty of areas to explore.

D

Dean

September 2025

7 m travel trailer

With kids

Weekend Trip to Shacks at Kardella Park

Amazing service amazing location highly recommended

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Fiona

September 2025

6 m Class B

Weekend Trip to Shacks at Kardella Park

Great site for using as a base for visiting beaches along the Bellarine Peninsula. Not far from the Bellarine Coastal Trail for a mostly easy walk to St Leonards (2.8 kms) and beyond. Sites are relatively flat with plenty of room, can be windy at times. Damian kindly provided a fire pit for my use.

J

September 2025

10 m travel trailer

With pets

3 nights at Shacks at Kardella Park

Fantastic flat grassy sites, heaps of room, and well spread apart. Alli and Damian are great hosts and were more than happy to help with anything we needed. 5 minute walk along a pretty country lane way to the beach which we did everyday. Also took the longer 45min walk along the beachside trail to St Leonard’s pub for a few drinks, steak, and a Parma. Fantastic! Will be back!

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Leanne

September 2025

7 m travel trailer

With pets

3 nights at Shacks at Kardella Park

Fab camping spot – clean, well maintained, and very peaceful. The owners are welcoming and accommodating. Definitely coming back! Close walk to beach.

M

Michael

September 2025

3 m pop-up camper

With pets

2 nights at Shacks at Kardella Park

Great open area which felt like we had the whole paddock to ourselves. It was very close walk to the pier & bay area in a holiday friendly area. Loved exploring the Belarine Peninsula with Queenscliff being nearby.

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Mark

September 2025

7 m Class A

With kids

Weekend Trip to Shacks at Kardella Park

Perfect stay for us. A quiet spot within walking distance of the beach, no close neighbours. Damian was a great host. Will stay again.

David

July 2025

Tent

With kids

1 night at Shacks at Kardella Park

Great site, close to town and the beach. Host were fantastic. Kids had a blast and loved feeding the goats and ponies.

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Tiffany

June 2025

8 m travel trailer

1 night at Shacks at Kardella Park

This stay was exactly what we were searching for after SOT. Wide open paddock, close to towns and plenty of room for the pups to run. Damian and his family were exceptional hosts and very kind! We will definitely stay again and recommend to anyone travelling that way!

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Terry

June 2025

9 m Class A

2 nights at Shacks at Kardella Park

This amazing camp ground is pristine, quiet and private, awesome walking access through the property to the beach front with amazing walking tracks that contour the water line. Damian, Ali and family are exceptional hosts and nothing is too much of a problem. The pricing is as good as the property itself.... definitely the best priced hipcamp I've stayed for the location without a doubt! I'm a multiple return camper and will be back again!

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Terry

May 2025

10 m Class A

2 nights at Shacks at Kardella Park

Shacks Paddock is immaculately cared for, the sites are mowed and are enormous, in an amazing location away from the Hussle and bussle and the value can't be beaten and Damian is an incredible host provided by fire pits to your site for free....this will definitely be a regular!!

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Katrina

May 2025

9 m travel trailer

Weekend Trip to Shacks at Kardella Park

Highly recommend this spot. Alli and Damien great to talk to, beautiful location close to everything on the Bellarine and only 30 min from Geelong. We absolutely loved our stay. Thanks Damian and Alli.

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Trever

April 2025

6 m Class B

2 nights at Ingenia Holidays Torquay

We had a great experience during our stay in our campervan.

J

Julie

April 2025

7 m Class A

Weekend Trip to Shacks at Kardella Park

Amazing place for our first time staying at a farm. Damien the host greeted us when we arrived and welcomed us and also provided us with a fire pit. The farm is in walking distance to the beach and local shop. This is in a great location and highly recommended. We will definitely be coming back and staying again

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Alison

April 2025

5 m pop-up camper

6 nights at Shacks at Kardella Park

A lovely quiet location across from the beach. Damian kindly provided a fire pit. Looking forward to my next visit!

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Sajee

April 2025

4 m Class B

With pets

1 night at Shacks at Kardella Park

Damien was such a fantastic host — super lovely and incredibly accommodating. He made us feel right at home and even offered us a fire pit, and had a chat with us explaining the farm and the animals he has on it which made our stay even more special (including some of the beautiful visiting bats and black parakeets) The location is absolutely stunning. We woke up with a mild sea breeze while looking over the beautiful farm. It was peaceful, spacious, and just what we needed to unwind. There’s so much room to spread out, and the whole vibe is just pure serenity.