The best campgrounds near Caroline Springs, Victoria with surfing

Chasing waves near Caroline Springs? You’ll find over a dozen campsites here set up for surfing, with average nightly rates around $120 and options dipping as low as $40. Sites like Coastal Farm Camp (147 reviews), Sommerleigh (81 reviews), and Vintage Vibes (12 reviews) are crowd favourites—expect grassy sites, easy access to the coast, and space to spread out. Surfboards leaning against utes, campfires crackling after sunset, and salty dogs curled up by your swag are all part of the scene. Facilities typically include showers and allow pets, with surfing, fishing, and horseback riding all close at hand. Bring your wetsuit and sense of adventure; the local breaks don’t disappoint.

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Top-rated campgrounds near Caroline Springs

Chasing waves near Caroline Springs? You’ll find over a dozen campsites here set up for surfing, with average nightly rates around $120 and options dipping as low as $40. Sites like Coastal Farm Camp (147 reviews), Sommerleigh (81 reviews), and Vintage Vibes (12 reviews) are crowd favourites—expect grassy sites, easy access to the coast, and space to spread out. Surfboards leaning against utes, campfires crackling after sunset, and salty dogs curled up by your swag are all part of the scene. Facilities typically include showers and allow pets, with surfing, fishing, and horseback riding all close at hand. Bring your wetsuit and sense of adventure; the local breaks don’t disappoint.

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Top-rated campgrounds near Caroline Springs

1. Sommerleigh

99%

(109)

67km from Caroline Springs · 2 sites · Lodging

Sommerleigh has two huts on a small island in-between Breamlea and Torquay. 3km from Point Impossible Beach. Very rural, very small, very quiet, very sheltered and private. It is located on the billabong just east of the winery. Gas hot water and stove plus BBQ . Supplied base sheet and pillows for double bed. Tea and Coffee. William Buckley camped here! Great restaurants, surf beaches, and golf courses all close by.

2. Vintage Vibes

89%

(14)

57km from Caroline Springs · 4 sites · Tents, RVs

Seaside Escape is a simple quiet property perfect for those wanting a place to park only 5 minutes drive to the beach and nestled amongst a beautiful country feel. Our family lovingly restore 1970s kombi's for people to self drive + camp in around Victoria and beyond so you get to experience a little nostalgia around your camp site. It is a colourful yet peaceful property with a gorgeous energy you will feel immediately safe and at home on your stay. There are 3 main areas we feel is perfect for a secluded site however feel free to ask us if you have any specific requirements.

3. Iluka Retreat

79km from Caroline Springs · 3 sites · Lodging

Our 36 acre property offers group lodge accommodation, and glamping bell tents on manicured lawns. The property is stunning with a swimming lake, wetlands, bird hides, and rolling hills. Located between the coastal town of Shoreham & Red Hill. Iluka offers a “Back to Nature” style getaway which allows guests to switch off and enjoy the great outdoors.

Recent reviews from the Hipcamp community

Doug

November 2025

5 m Class B

Weekend Trip to Vintage Vibes

Lovely place, lovely people. Great to be camping among the collection of vintage kombis. Super accommodating hosts. Laid back vibe. Convenient location on the Bellarine. Looking forward to coming back!

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Ruby

November 2025

Weekend Trip to Sommerleigh

Such an amazing experience! Such a cute, tranquil vibe. Jeff and his family were so lovely.

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Suzanne

October 2025

Weekend Trip to Sommerleigh

We had an absolutely wonderful stay at Sommerleigh! Gorgeous location that had everything we needed, nestled in nature and surrounded by so many birds. It felt intimate and private, perfect for a romantic weekend away. The wood stove was absolutely divine and rainy weather was no problem because it was so cosy rugged up indoors by the fire watching the rain through the big windows and hearing the rain on the tin roof. Jeff was lovely and made sure we knew everything we needed to know before leaving us to it. I highly recommend this special gem of a stay!

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Kathryn

October 2025

Weekend Trip to Sommerleigh

Such a unique and restful place with beautiful views and diverse wildlife that is being fostered and restored by our hosts. Aside from going out for dinner, we stayed put until it was time to leave. Much gratitude.

Andrew

September 2025

Weekend Trip to Sommerleigh

Jeff has spent an enormous amount of time and effort in creating this special place. With 158 different bird species, set amongst the wetlands, there is a theatre of wildlife only 90 minutes from Melbourne. The room is well appointed and many finer details often overlooked on your more tradition accommodation. Everything you need is provided, just remember to read the notes before hand as we failed to do, ie bring ice for the provided esky. It's combines the best attributes of a tiny house with plenty of space to cook, sleep, chill out and relax.

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Yvette

September 2025

2 nights at Sommerleigh

We had a lovely escape, a great place to unplug! The view was amazing to walk up to, Jeff was very friendly and everything was nice and clean :-)

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Nico

July 2025

Weekend Trip to Sommerleigh

My partner and I adored our weekend in this little slice of paradise! Tucked away on a tiny island in the middle of a billabong on Jeff's vineyard, it was pure peace. We were the only ones on the island, aside from many different birds. We loved waking up to their songs, and the sound of rain on the tin roof. No traffic, no other people, just nature and a beautifully quirky bushland garden dotted with old treasures. The setup was simple but magical, very clean and well maintained: two cosy tin shacks (bedroom and kitchen) plus a small loo shack with a flushing toilet! The bedroom was warm and snug with a fireplace and comfy double bed. BYO bedding. No mains power or fridge, so bring ice for the cooler and a battery pack to charge devices, though we barely touched our phones. The outdoor showers (one next to the bedroom, and one behind the kitchen) were surprisingly lovely, even in the rain, thanks to hot gas-heated water. Jeff was a friendly, funny, and accommodating host who welcomed us warmly even though we arrived a little late and in the dark. Bring a torch, hot water bottle, and warm layers in winter. Notes on accessibility: You'll need to carry all your belongings from the car over a narrow pier and gravel path, a 1-2 minute walk total, which is very doable if you're able-bodied, and Jeff said he can offer a wheelbarrow to help. A peaceful, grounding spot, perfect for bird watchers, nature lovers, and anyone wanting to truly switch off. We’ll definitely be back.

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Katie

June 2025

4 nights at Sommerleigh

Absolutely lovely stay, the place was very scenic and peaceful and had everything we needed to chill out and recharge. Jeff is a wonderful host.

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Celeste

June 2025

Weekend Trip to Sommerleigh

Jeff was a fabulous host to his private island paradise. Sommerleigh truly was the ultimate glamping experience, I'd recommend to friends and family and would love to stay there again

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alex

May 2025

Weekend Trip to Sommerleigh

Such a beautiful setup we had so much fun staying at this spot. Amazing views/landscap and the cabins are all so beautiful. The site has been set up in a really cool way. Super cosy sleep with the indoor fireplace. Great location and lots to do locally. Highly recommend and we'll definitely be heading back soon

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Sammy

April 2025

2 nights at Sommerleigh

A lovely place to stay! Jeff and his wife were very nice and welcoming. We would stay again! Thank you

j

April 2025

Weekend Trip to Sommerleigh

It's a great getaway spot amongst nature. Fun place to bird watch. Jeff is responsive and a fun host. This was our second time back here and we love it!

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Nat

April 2025

Weekend Trip to Sommerleigh

Great clean facilities, and great views too. We thoroughly enjoyed our stay here, peaceful yet only a short drive from town.

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Leanne

March 2025

Weekend Trip to Sommerleigh

Absolutely loved our stay! So quiet and secluded with abundant bird life. Sitting out on our little balcony at the sleeping shack we saw many birds we’d never seen before! Such a great set up and to have the whole island to yourself was magical. There’s 2 shacks, one the sleeping quarters and then a short walk is the other one being a kitchen. The toilet is then a short walk from the kitchen. Everything in the huts was so clean and what a luxury to have a flushing toilet and hot shower! Stay here and spoil yourselves and walk the 3 minutes to dine at Moonah restaurant. Just be sure to book in as it’s fine dining at the one of the best degustation restaurants you’ll find in Australia! Thanks Jeff for providing an exceptional little place where there’s so many little quirky and interesting things to see and do on this amazing property.

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Andrew

March 2025

Weekend Trip to Sommerleigh

5 stars for a peaceful sanctuary nestled on a private island full of nature and wildlife. Rustic charm.

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Sonia

March 2025

8 m Class A

Weekend Trip to Vintage Vibes

What a cool and quirky place! Loads of rusty VW beetles, campers and other vehicles. Quiet, peaceful and serene. A perfect stay!

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Olyve

March 2025

5 m Class B

Weekend Trip to Vintage Vibes

Host accepted my last minute long weekend booking which was super convenient, good communication too 😊 Easy to find, nice little spot close to Geelong

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Alex

February 2025

2 nights at Sommerleigh

An incredible getaway, the place is amazing, secluded and peaceful plus Jeff is a great host, going the extra mile to make sure you have a lovely stay, couldn't recommend enough

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Abi

February 2025

3 nights at Sommerleigh

We had the most beautiful time away. Everything was just perfect. Jeff was incredibly accommodating to our needs and so welcoming, very easy to talk to. There was a beautiful outdoor shower with lovely warm water and incredible views. The views and birds were just stunning, many different types of birds to look at. It was quiet and remote, with beautiful stars to stare at. Make sure you bring a portable charger if you want to charge your phone because there are no power points. The kitchen facility is perfect and has everything you need. 10/10 the best stay and we feel so recharged after being there. The quiet, disconnected retreat everyone needs.

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alice

January 2025

3 m Class B

Weekend Trip to Vintage Vibes

Beautiful little space with some very cool cars. Their kelpie was so sweet, very keen for pats but shy/timid around our leashed pups. Alyce was kind enough to check in on our second day to make sure we were ok. Would stay again.