The best waterfall campgrounds near Bacchus Marsh, Victoria

Looking to escape to the great outdoors near Bacchus Marsh, Victoria, Australia? Look no further than Hipcamp, with over 950 options to choose from. Whether you prefer camping, glamping, or caravanning, we've got you covered. With options starting as low as $5 per night, you can find the perfect accommodation to fit your budget. Don't know where to start? Check out our top-rated campsites: Rodborough Vale (514 reviews), Shacks at Kardella Park (328 reviews), and Iron Brook Donkey Farm (381 reviews). Enjoy popular amenities like pet-friendly spaces, rubbish facilities, and toilets. And if you're up for some adventure, try fishing, horseback riding, or paddling. Start planning your camping getaway now!

96% (117)

Top-rated campgrounds

1. Magic Mountain

92%

(136)

69km from Bacchus Marsh · 2 sites · Tents, RVs, Lodging · Humevale, VIC

Nestled amongst the mountains just outside of the township of Whittlesea our 40-acre property sits above the clouds. This experience comes with sweeping views, a hidden waterfall, a clear campground, and plenty of wildlife. The camping area is accessible by 4WD only, otherwise, strap on a backpack and earn it! (800m walk/hike from where a non-4WD can park). The waterfall is reached by a single trail track from the campsite, and you do need to be an experienced hiker to get to the waterfall. Which is part of the appeal! We welcome self-contained campers, who bring their own toilet and take all waste with them. We have a strict Leave No Trace policy. Or choose to stay in our beautiful A-frame cabin, with plush bedding, cozy fire, and outdoor lounge. More than anything else this is a place to relax and be away from normal, live outside yourself, and rediscover what weekends are for. Dogs are welcome, so long as they don't bother the wildlife. Campfires are allowed, BYO firewood or campers can collect fallen timber from the property.

2. Merriwoola

100%

(10)

58km from Bacchus Marsh · 1 site · Lodging · Nulla Vale, VIC

Merriwoola (Merri Wominjeka : Stones Welcome) is a property of outstanding natural beauty and offers guests a sanctuary from the world surrounded by parkland bush, mysterious boulders resting amongst the trees and numerous native animals including wombats, echidnas, kanagroos, wallabies, possums, koala and the most extraordinary birdlife. The property is defined by an ancient water course that cuts a 1km ravine through the property. During the winter the dry boulder-strewn gorge is transformed with waterfalls and cascades along its length and regardless of the season transports you to another time and place. There is limited solar power (enough for phones and laptops) and low flow water (enough to brush your teeth). Neither is guaranteed to be available. A wood stove heats the hut, boils the kettle and cooks your dinner; firewood is included. An open outdoor bathroom includes a sink, bath and drop toilet. Hot water is available but not promised. The hut is fenced and well-behaved dogs are welcome. This property is suited to resourceful guests who are familiar with lighting fires, swinging an axe and understanding rural courtesies. The abundance of wildlife is used to peace so if you are taking a dog with you then please keep it within eyesight and always under your control. Please also consider that the mobs of kangaroos that roam the property include some large bucks (boomers) that can be confrontational if surprised so please proceed with caution if approaching grazing animals.

Looking to escape to the great outdoors near Bacchus Marsh, Victoria, Australia? Look no further than Hipcamp, with over 950 options to choose from. Whether you prefer camping, glamping, or caravanning, we've got you covered. With options starting as low as $5 per night, you can find the perfect accommodation to fit your budget. Don't know where to start? Check out our top-rated campsites: Rodborough Vale (514 reviews), Shacks at Kardella Park (328 reviews), and Iron Brook Donkey Farm (381 reviews). Enjoy popular amenities like pet-friendly spaces, rubbish facilities, and toilets. And if you're up for some adventure, try fishing, horseback riding, or paddling. Start planning your camping getaway now!

96% (117)

Top-rated campgrounds

1. Magic Mountain

92%

(136)

69km from Bacchus Marsh · 2 sites · Tents, RVs, Lodging · Humevale, VIC

Nestled amongst the mountains just outside of the township of Whittlesea our 40-acre property sits above the clouds. This experience comes with sweeping views, a hidden waterfall, a clear campground, and plenty of wildlife. The camping area is accessible by 4WD only, otherwise, strap on a backpack and earn it! (800m walk/hike from where a non-4WD can park). The waterfall is reached by a single trail track from the campsite, and you do need to be an experienced hiker to get to the waterfall. Which is part of the appeal! We welcome self-contained campers, who bring their own toilet and take all waste with them. We have a strict Leave No Trace policy. Or choose to stay in our beautiful A-frame cabin, with plush bedding, cozy fire, and outdoor lounge. More than anything else this is a place to relax and be away from normal, live outside yourself, and rediscover what weekends are for. Dogs are welcome, so long as they don't bother the wildlife. Campfires are allowed, BYO firewood or campers can collect fallen timber from the property.

2. Merriwoola

100%

(10)

58km from Bacchus Marsh · 1 site · Lodging · Nulla Vale, VIC

Merriwoola (Merri Wominjeka : Stones Welcome) is a property of outstanding natural beauty and offers guests a sanctuary from the world surrounded by parkland bush, mysterious boulders resting amongst the trees and numerous native animals including wombats, echidnas, kanagroos, wallabies, possums, koala and the most extraordinary birdlife. The property is defined by an ancient water course that cuts a 1km ravine through the property. During the winter the dry boulder-strewn gorge is transformed with waterfalls and cascades along its length and regardless of the season transports you to another time and place. There is limited solar power (enough for phones and laptops) and low flow water (enough to brush your teeth). Neither is guaranteed to be available. A wood stove heats the hut, boils the kettle and cooks your dinner; firewood is included. An open outdoor bathroom includes a sink, bath and drop toilet. Hot water is available but not promised. The hut is fenced and well-behaved dogs are welcome. This property is suited to resourceful guests who are familiar with lighting fires, swinging an axe and understanding rural courtesies. The abundance of wildlife is used to peace so if you are taking a dog with you then please keep it within eyesight and always under your control. Please also consider that the mobs of kangaroos that roam the property include some large bucks (boomers) that can be confrontational if surprised so please proceed with caution if approaching grazing animals.

Stories from the community

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Jacob

June 2025

Tent

Weekend Trip to Magic Mountain

Great spot gorgeous views and secluded Would stay again

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Nicola

April 2025

Tent

With pets

Weekend Trip to Magic Mountain

Great secluded location with great views ! Host was flexible and good comms ! Will be back !

Christopher

April 2025

Weekend Trip to Magic Mountain

We stayed with a toddler and a dog, and had a great time. The site was well organised and the A frame was clean and cosy. Our toddler loved reading books in the beanbag under the loft bed. A gas bbq and a wood fired pizza oven made life easy and we loved watching the sun set together from the giant hammock. The speed bumps going up the driveway are pretty intense, as previously noted. We have an Outback and still struggled on some of them. I'd recommend taking them on an angle at the edges, where the gradient isn't so steep. The way down is much easier. Overall, we loved it. An easy getaway from the city with a great view.

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Thomas

January 2025

Tent

1 night at Magic Mountain

Patrick’s spot is amazing! I stayed by myself with my dog & there was so much space for us! It would easily accommodate large groups. The views over the mountains and area are amazing, both sunrise and sunset are spectacular! Can confirm as mentioned the driveway/road in is steep, no issue for a 4WD, but any other car you’d want to leave at the bottom and hike up. I will definitely be back to this spot with friends, definitely recommend!

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Bailey

January 2025

Tent

Weekend Trip to Magic Mountain

Awesome sight with amazing views. Nice and quiet while still being close to town

Hao

January 2025

1 night at Magic Mountain

Perfect site for a small group. Dog friendly. Responsive management. Would highly recommend.

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Karl

December 2024

1 night at Magic Mountain

Beautiful spot! It really is a magic mountain! Don't forget to ask for gate lock code!

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Andrew

December 2024

5 m car

Weekend Trip to Magic Mountain

Lovely private spot, great views and very responsive management 👍

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Jesse

December 2024

Weekend Trip to Magic Mountain

The negative reviews for this site seemed overly dramatic to me, I wouldn't be discouraged. Glad I wasn't. Absolutely perfect location, great selection of amenities, nice outlook, decent phone reception. Gas bath is great. This location would be incredible for larger groups over a weekend. Recommended.

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Lauren

December 2024

Group trip

Weekend Trip to Merriwoola

Loved our stay here! Peter was super accommodating and provided lots of info before and during the stay so everything was seamless. Heaps of space and a beautiful spot. The house was a nice touch to have an indoor spot to cook and space where some of us slept. Would return again!

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THOMAS

November 2024

4 m Class B

With kids

Weekend Trip to Magic Mountain

Beautiful view, nice flat area for camping absolutely perfect.