Beach camping in Great Ocean Road

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Bruce
May 2025
6 m Class B
With pets
1 night at The Warrnambool Block
Nice open space , or a copy corner(which I chose ) close to town , my dog even managed to roll in some cow poo (next door)
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Dairy Countryside Camp
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Mollie
April 2025
Tent
Group trip
3 nights at Dairy Countryside Camp
We had such an awesome time staying at Peter’s space. We stayed on Site 2, and it was super private. It was almost like a private valley, with a friendly horse visiting us occasionally. Would recommend!
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Hannah
April 2025
5 m car
With pets
1 night at The Warrnambool Block
Not a bad spot to stay for the night. Enough distance from highway to be reasonably quiet. As described, thanks!
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Dairy Countryside Camp
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Stephen
April 2025
5 m travel trailer
2 nights at Dairy Countryside Camp
Nice site next to the dam, quiet and great location for exploring the forest and great ocean road, only 15 min from Colac. Peter welcomed us to his property and gave us some local information.
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Now Site 2 tucked away down the bottom of the property, plenty of room and privacy, close to the creek and overflow (very small) dam. Suited to those with 4x4 and just want piece and quite. Wel suited to familes, who like added privacy and extra shade.
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Tina
April 2025
Tent
With pets
4 nights at Dairy Countryside Camp
Lovely spot for camping, very friendly horse came to say hello. Very tranquil and peaceful. Peter was helpful with recommendations for the area.
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The Warrnambool Block
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Debbie
April 2025
5 m travel trailer
With pets
Weekend Trip to The Warrnambool Block
We enjoyed our stay during Easter. Not overcrowded, we had plenty of space. Ability to have a fire in the shared fire pit was a bonus. Lana was great to communicate with and very understanding of our situation.
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Upgraded changes to Site 1, inclusion of a Firewood cabinet and a swing over BBQ plate and grill.
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Sebastien
April 2025
Tent
Weekend Trip to Dairy Countryside Camp
A beautiful, tranquil and picturesque spot. We loved our stay, and Peter was welcoming and helpful. He even pointed out a snoozing koala in the tree next to our camp. Will definitely be staying again!
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Jessica
April 2025
8 m travel trailer
With kids
2 nights at The Warrnambool Block
Lovely flat site very close to Warrnambool . We had the place to ourselves the first night but there was enough space the next night when we had neighbours we barely noticed they were there. Gorgeous little calves in the paddock next door to watch play which our kids loved. Was easy to find & nice and peaceful. There was firewood available for purchase but we already had wood so didn’t need it but did make use of the fire pit there rather than setting up our own . Definitely wouldn’t hesitate to stay here again if we are down this way. Good phone reception as well for calling family over the Easter weekend and researching the next part of our trip. Thanks for having us!
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Dairy Countryside Camp
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The
April 2025
Tent
Group trip
2 nights at Dairy Countryside Camp
Beautiful spot - easy access to town, good conditions for camping, helpful owner
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The Warrnambool Block
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Mick
April 2025
5 m travel trailer
1 night at The Warrnambool Block
We had a pleasant stay, nice and quiet, great fire pit and the toilet was a nice surprise
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My set up at this campsite! Happy all around!
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Courtney
April 2025
5 m car
Group trip
Weekend Trip to The Warrnambool Block
Really happy with my stay here. I hosted my close friends to celebrate my 22nd birthday and we had a blast. We were camping with our gazebos, tents and swags and it was a lot of fun! Fairly flat ground, and was able to find a good space, big enough for us all to set up. And loved the cows as well!
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Bronwyn
April 2025
7 m travel trailer
2 nights at The Warrnambool Block
We enjoyed our 2 night stay. Nice and quiet and out of town. Hung out with the cows in the paddock next door. Easy to find with excellent directions. A great alternative close to town when visiting Warrnambool.
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Lauren
March 2025
5 m Class B
Weekend Trip to The Warrnambool Block
Very lovely spot! We had a great view of the sunset and even got to pet a cow :)
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Milanesia Bay Camp
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Zane
March 2025
Weekend Trip to Milanesia Bay Camp
Loved the glamping tent, had an amazing view at all times and plenty of space for two people and all equipment for two days! Doug is a great host and very helpful !
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The Warrnambool Block
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Zac
February 2025
8 m travel trailer
With kids
4 nights at The Warrnambool Block
Great peaceful camp on green grass and close to town
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Angie
February 2025
6 m travel trailer
1 night at The Warrnambool Block
We enjoyed the stay. It was quiet. Love cows so had a chat with them! Not far from supermarket amd town.
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The Warrnambool Block
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James
January 2025
5 m travel trailer
With kids
2 nights at The Warrnambool Block
Lots of room and places to park up, fairly quiet. Would be good for a group of families or mates
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Sea Mist Permaculture Property
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Sarah
January 2025
6 m pop-up camper
With kids
4 nights at Sea Mist Permaculture Property
We thoroughly enjoyed my stay at this beautiful property—it’s a joy to explore, the kids loved picking their own apples to munch. The campsite is functional, pleasant, and well-kept, with the soothing sound of waves at night adding to the charm. Kate and Stephen were friendly, helpful hosts who made the experience even better. Highly recommend!
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Rachael
January 2025
8 m travel trailer
4 nights at The Warrnambool Block
Greta little spot to stay. We were in Warrnambool for the speedway weekend and it was in a perfect location in between the racetrack and the city. Easy to find, peaceful setting. Looking forward to our stay again next week.
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The Warrnambool Block
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Daniel
January 2025
5 m travel trailer
4 nights at The Warrnambool Block
Great place to stay. Nice and close to town, but felt a million miles away.
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6 top beach campgrounds in Great Ocean Road

  • Site map with measurements. The caravan site 14m × 4.4m and carpark area 5.5m × 6m is joined and level with crushed sandstone base.
  • On the elevated grassy flat looking down to the large crushed sandstone area with the front gate in the distance to the left of the parked car
  • Site map with measurements. The caravan site 14m × 4.4m and carpark area 5.5m × 6m is joined and level with crushed sandstone base.
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Sea Mist Permaculture Property

2 sites · RVs, Tents2 acres · Warrnambool, VIC
A secluded get-away, Sea Mist is positioned at the end of The Great Ocean Road. Just a short walk from Logans Beach Whale Nursery and the picturesque Hopkins River. Close to enjoy a variety of water activites swimming, fishing, kayaking, surfing. Logans Beach Day Spa and a female gym is 5 minute walk up the road from the property. Proudfoots, a historic restaurant, on the Hopkins River about a 15 minute stroll across the bridge and along the river walk past the boat moorings. They are well known for delicious food, great place to go for tea or weekend breakfast. There is also a walking /riding track and board walk promenade that will follows the foreshore and finishes at the Break Water passing the Warrnambool Surf Club, Lake Pertobe and some terrific restaurants, Simons and The Pavilion to note, which is a great place for breakfast or lunch. The CBD is only 5 minutes drive from the property great variety of restaurants, art galleries, gift shops, boutiques and speciality shops as well as supermarkets and other large chain stores such as, Woolworths, Coles, Audi, K-Mart and Target. Set on 2 acres, Sea Mist was purchased as a subdivision in 1998. The garden and house were also designed then and given council approval the following year. The extensive gardens incorporate both design ideas that Edna Walling used, and Bill Mollison and David Holgren developed with their Permaculture principals. The gardens were established over a number of years to follow, aiming to be as sustainable as possible. Although the property has town water connected, for most of the year it runs totally on tank water. The wastewater is recycled and used on many of the gardens. We have organic orchard and vegetable gardens that use companion planting and successive crop rotation. Guests are free to spend time in the garden and pick some fruit and herbs for a snack to use in cooking a meal. Please be respectful and leave plenty for others to share.
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AU$45
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Seahorse stud

1 site · RV, Tent16 acres · Fairhaven, VIC
We live here in Aireys inlet as it’s a unique tiny town with so much to do. The local beach is iconic for surfing and swimming, the local creek is a favourite at the inlet for young kids to swim or for canoeists to have somewhere quiet to paddle. Mountain biking is a must in the area, with thousands of tracks available right outside the back door. If you have your own horse this can be bought along and we have paddocks available. There are so many gorgeous tracks around to ride on and beach riding at low tide and the right times is a bucket list item! The location itself is 17 acres and is next to the Painkallac creek in a peaceful bush setting. This location used to be a horse riding school which is now not running but has been converted to offer camping, caravan and RV parking. It’s only 1.5 km from the beach and the Otway national park is right on your doorstep. If you have bikes, horses or love to hike or run, it’s a perfect location, be ready to be spoilt as there are so many tracks on offer in our stunning local beach and bush land. The local town of aireys inlet has plenty to offer, a general store for all your essentials, loads of places to eat out for breakfast, lunch or dinner and only 1 3/4hrs from Melbourne. No need to stress if you don’t want to be near anyone else, this is a small setting so it’s very private and only able to fit a few visitors at a time. You can also pay more if you want the site to yourself.
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AU$60
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  • Now Site 2 tucked away down the bottom of the property, plenty of room and privacy, close to the creek and overflow (very small) dam. Suited to those with 4x4 and just want piece and quite. Wel suited to familes, who like added privacy and extra shade.
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  • Now Site 2 tucked away down the bottom of the property, plenty of room and privacy, close to the creek and overflow (very small) dam. Suited to those with 4x4 and just want piece and quite. Wel suited to familes, who like added privacy and extra shade.
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Dairy Countryside Camp

3 sites · RVs, Tents10 acres · Kawarren, VIC
Green grassy campsites on an Old Victorian Dairy Country Farm House site. The property is located in the Otways, the rail trail is close by for bush walks, wildlife watching or mountain biking. Two micro breweries are within 20 minutes drive (Prickly Moses, Forest Brewery). Otway Fly Treetop Adventures and waterfalls just 30 minutes away. There are many waterfalls within easy driving distance. Apollo Bay is just an hours drive. Campfire and sitting area available for guests use, public toilets that are serviced three times a week and kept hygienically clean, located just 1000mtrs down the road. If you like a hit of tennis, there are two courts near the toilets and a community centre next to the CFA. This is all about being off the grid, soaking up nature and what this region has to offer. You'll spot an abundance of native wildlife on the property - we have koalas in the trees, platypus in the dam, echidnas burrowing in the garden beds, with kangaroos and wallabies passing through the property. There is plenty of room to spread out and enjoy complete privacy, if required a 6 man tent can be supplied and erected for you.
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AU$57.95
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The Warrnambool Block

7 sites · RVs, Tents5 acres · Warrnambool, VIC
A few acres on the edge of Warrnambool. Situated close to all attractions that our beautiful city has to offer, yet tucked out of sight. You wouldn't know the township is just a stone's throw away! Great for anyone who would like to enjoy the close proximity without sharing your space with a multitude of other campers. You must have toilet facilities on board. No facilities, just a great space to relax. Our site is suited to fully self-contained travelers in motorhomes, caravans, or camp trailers. Campfires are ok outside of fire restriction season in the designated fire pit - please check with us. It's a flat property with good tracks and accessible via gravel roads. Just off the Princess Highway, yet not able to be seen, and road noise is not an issue. Less than 5km to Premier Speedway. The Hopkins River and boat ramps are accessible to either walk to (35 min walk down the road) or a 5min drive (4WD in the wet season) - a great spot for fishing, canoeing & solitude. 10km to the Warrnambool Breakwater boat ramp to access the ocean.
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AU$25
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  • Ridgetop Campsite at St Anselms
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Ridgetop Campsite at St Anselms

3 sites · Tents4 acres · Beech Forest, VIC
Our campsite is located in the magical Otways on top of a ridge with wonderful views. We run a studio/art gallery cafe, called Art Reach Studio Gallery, that is located walking distance from the campsite. This campsite located near many beautiful natural wonders including the Redwoods Forest, and many waterfalls including the Triplet Falls, the Hopetoun Falls, and Beauchamp Falls. This campsite offers drinking water, a toilet and access to wifi. Furry family members on leashes are welcome. At this time fires are not permitted. Our region is known for rich, fertile soil and its beech, blackwood and ash trees. For walking and cycling enthusiasts the Old Beechy Rail Trail is a must, where you can experience picturesque forests, farmland and abundant wildlife. If you're after some adrenaline inducing activities then head over to the The Otway Fly where you can enjoy tree-top walks and the zipline. For those wishing to relax, you don't have to venture far with the cafe,snacks and cakes next door.
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AU$50
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  • Milanesia Bay Camp
  • Milanesia Bay Camp
  • Milanesia Bay Camp
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Milanesia Bay Camp

2 sites · Lodging100 acres · Yuulong, VIC
This privately owned campsite is just 300 metres from the Great Ocean Walk and overlooks Milanesia Beach. It has stunning views of Milanesia Beach, Bowkers Point, Johanna Beach, Station Beach and Cape Otway. This remote surf beach is easily accessed via the Great Ocean Walk and a nearby secluded cove sheltered from the prevailing weather is often suitable for swimming, snorkelling, fishing and Kayaking. The 4 and 5 metre Bell tents are in private secluded locations tucked into the coastal forest with share ameneties such as picnic shelter, Camp Kitchen, toilet, shower and campfire. The carpeted tents feature single mattresses supplied with fitted sheets and pillows can be arranged to suit the application. Guests supply their own sleeping bags with doonas available for an additional fee. The tents are equipped with Solar powered lighting and USB ports for charging devices. Cooking facilities include portable gas stoves/oven, wood stove, camp ovens and all Pots, pans, crockery and cutelry supplied. Linger longer in this most spectacular section of the Otway coastline leaving only fresh footprints on the seclusion of Milanesia beach, take your time to explore the rockpools and coastal cliffs of this ever changing landscape, soak in the journey of the lowtide rockpool walk to Ryans Den and return via the Great Ocean Walk or walk the mountan trail over Bowkers Point taking in the spectacular views as you traverse this geologicaly amazing terrain. Rest up at your campsite and soak in the views of the mighty southern ocean and the heavenly nightsky away from the lights and pollution of civilisation. Ponder the infamous “Eye of the Needle” as you gaze out on the beacons of hope from the Cape Otway and King Island Lighthouses. Access is via the Ocean walk at Milanesia Gate on Hiders Access, via Ryans Den and a private access on the property from the Great Ocean Road.
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AU$320
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Beach camping in Great Ocean Road guide

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Looking to explore the stunning beaches of the Great Ocean Road in Australia? Look no further than Hipcamp. We've got over 18 beach camping options specifically tailored to your preference. Whether you're a biking enthusiast, avid hiker, or love to cast a line and go fishing, we've got the perfect campsite for you. Check out our top campsites like Ridgetop Campsite at St Anselms (25 reviews), The Warrnambool Block (15 reviews), and Sea Mist Permaculture Property (1 review). Our campsites offer popular facilities such as toilets, rubbish facilities, and showers. With an average price per night of $50 and options as low as $25, you'll be able to enjoy the beauty of the Great Ocean Road without breaking the bank. So pack your bags and get ready for an unforgettable camping experience!

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