The best dog-friendly camping near Lakes Entrance

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Welcome to Hipcamp, your go-to resource for camping in Australia! If you're looking for the perfect pet-friendly camping experience near Lakes Entrance, Victoria, you're in luck. We have over 450 options available just for you. Whether you prefer a cosy farm stay, a lakeside retreat, or an adventure at Snowy River Station, we've got you covered. Check out our top campsites, like Hazelnut Valley Farm Stay (270 reviews), Nowa Nowa Lakeside Farmlet (95 reviews), and Snowy River Station (85 reviews), to see what other campers have loved. With popular facilities like toilets, potable water, and showers, you'll have all the comforts of home while enjoying the great outdoors. And with activities like boating, paddling, and surfing, there's never a dull moment. So pack your bags and get ready for an unforgettable camping experience near Lakes Entrance, Victoria!

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Snowy River Station

1. Snowy River Station

92%
(230)
43km from Lakes Entrance · 50 sites · Tents, RVs · Corringle, VIC
Enjoy open spaces and deserted beach, using our farm as base camp to explore the amazing Snowy River Region on the Wilderness Coast. We offer sites for self-contained campers only and there is no services, pets are welcome. Please note - All the area that has been slashed in the front paddocks you can camp in and spread out.Beach access is straight over the road from the front gate. You can lite fires and firewood is for sale at the farm gate store honesty box further down the road from the gate you enter if you don't bring your own.Escape the modern tourist world and in a pristine, undeveloped old country farming area right on the coast near the mouth of the famous Snowy River. Amazing fishing in both the River and Corringle Beach, with many different species caught at different times of the year. Enjoy the 40-kilometre deserted beach, sun baking (even nude if that's your thing), and swimming, but care must be taken (unpatrolled surf beach). Romantic sunsets with no one but the odd seal and sounds of the waves to disturb you. Beach fire at night is something special to do. The beach track is across from the front gate, there is no beach sign from the road because the public will then use the track which is only for Hipcampers and you wont enjoy the deserted beach. Call me if you cant find the track, but most people have not had a problem. This walking access is steep, easier tracks can be driven to down the road.Or take a dip in the river further down the road, and explore the waterways, with many birds; black swans in the lakes next to camp, plus kangaroos, wombats, emu and deer. There is a boat ramp just down the road to explore the river system. Perfect for water sports, and with fish cleaning tables at the wharf.  Go by boat to the Marlo Hotel from the wharf straight over the river.Orbost is 15 minutes drive and has a supermarket, hotel, bottle shop and other conveniences. We are open to accepting larger group bookings, but please discuss this with us first. Other things you can do in the area: - Driving trips to High Country Scenic Route and exploring the High Country (4-5 hour round trip).- Visit the Buchan Caves about an hour into the High Country - they are amazing.- Explore Cape Conran & you can even Dive for Abalone and Crayfish.- Visit Lakes Entrance and buy Seafood from the Trawlers.- Drive to Mt Hotham ski resort and explore the Omeo High Country (3 hours)- Visit Gordon at the Opal & Gemstone House in Orbost and find out about the gold, geology and gemstones of the area, hearing first-hand stories about how the area was many years ago from a great local old-timer who loves to share his knowledge and the old ways things were done.
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Mingling Waters

2. Mingling Waters

100%
(5)
15km from Lakes Entrance · 30 sites · Tents, RVs, Lodging · Nowa Nowa, VIC
Mingling Waters, nestled along the pristine Nowa Nowa arm of Lake Tyers, is a peaceful retreat only 15 minutes drive from the costal town of Lakes Entrance. Offering a range of charming, rustic accommodations. Guests can choose from quaint cottages, bunkhouses, glamping and camping accommodation or powered campsites, making it ideal for both solo escapes and group bookings. The park is well-equipped with a camp kitchen, a recreational lounge, and a rustic dining and bar area that houses Jack Ramsdells famous wooden sculpture, "Ra", which is open from Thursday to Sunday, serving tap beer, drinks, and hearty meals. For outdoor enthusiasts, the area is a haven for activities such as cycling along the rail trail, exploring nearby mountain bike tracks, boating, kayaking, fishing, walking tracks and hiking. On cooler days, the park's recreational room, complete with a wood-burning fireplace, offers a cosy indoor retreat and is also cooled for use in the summer months. Mingling Waters is a gateway to nearby scenic landmarks like the Rail Trail and the iconic Stoney Creek Trestle Bridge, the local fishing is excellent and it's positioned perfectly for both cyclists and nature lovers alike.
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AU$41
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Lakes Entrance Tourist Park

4. Lakes Entrance Tourist Park

2.6km from Lakes Entrance · 18 sites · Tents, RVs, Lodging · Lakes Entrance, VIC
**Please note that our office is closed on Christmas Day (25 December), and we do not accept arrivals or departures on this date. Any bookings made with a check-in or check-out on 25 December will be cancelled. Thank you for your understanding.**Enjoy the best of the East Gippsland Region when you stay at Lakes Entrance Tourist Park. Hire paddle boats on the lake, enjoy the markets, spend a day at the beach or get R&R by the swimming pool. Whether you are spending a day at Eastern Beach, putting at Lake Entrance Golf Course or spending the day relaxing at our swimming pool Lakes Entrance Tourist Park is the perfect place for your Gippsland holiday! Lakes Entrance Tourist Park is located in beautiful Lakes Entrance in the Gippsland Lakes system it is a nature lovers paradise and is situated on 6 acres. Lakes Entrance Golf Club – 4 minutes Eastern Beach – 4 minutes Lakes Entrance township – 5 minutes Myer Street Jetty – 6 minutes Griffiths Sea Shell Museum – 7 minutes Melbourne – 4 hours 8 minutes Canberra – 4 hours 49 minutes Geelong – 5 hours 4 mintues Lakes Entrance Tourist Park offers a large range of accommodation options including two bedroom family cabins, 4 bed standard cabins, and large caravan sites including powered and unpowered sites.
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AU$46
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Silver Sands Tourist Park

6. Silver Sands Tourist Park

100%
(3)
2.3km from Lakes Entrance · 26 sites · Tents, RVs, Lodging · Lakes Entrance, VIC
Set in the heart of Lakes Entrance, Silver Sands Tourist Park is the ideal and affordable choice for your East Coast escape. For more than a century, Lakes Entrance has been a favourite holiday destination, famous for its fishing, waterways, and stunning location where the Gippsland Lakes meet the ocean at the iconic Ninety Mile Beach. Here, the climate is welcoming year-round — summer sunshine softened by the ocean breeze and mild winters with plenty of clear days perfect for exploring. From sheltered lakes and tranquil rivers to endless beaches and rolling surf, water is everywhere you turn. Fishing, boating, kayaking, and swimming are right at your doorstep, while just minutes away you’ll find rolling farmland, scenic drives, and the majestic forests and mountain landscapes of East Gippsland. Back at the park, we offer a range of accommodation options to suit every traveler: • 2-Bedroom Mobility Access Units – Wheelchair-friendly, spacious, and thoughtfully designed for comfort. • Ensuite Cabins – Open-plan, fully self-contained, and perfect for families, with a separate bunk space for children. • Serviced Sites – Level, groomed, and powered, with large drive-through options and concrete annex slabs. As a small, owner-operated park, we pride ourselves on our high standards of cleanliness, friendly service, and personal touches. Whether you’re here for a quick stopover or a longer getaway, Silver Sands Tourist Park is your perfect base to experience the very best of Lakes Entrance.
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Roseneath Holiday Park

7. Roseneath Holiday Park

88%
(4)
56km from Lakes Entrance · 223 sites · Tents, RVs, Lodging · Meerlieu, VIC
The Roseneath Caravan Park is located in the beautiful, scenic Gippsland area, on the sandy, South East shore of Lake Wellington. This family and pet friendly caravan park offers a real bush experience, being located in the tranquil bushlands of Meerileu. Experience fabulous fishing, boating and swimming. Fishing is a lot of fun and good catches of Bream, Mullet, Flathead, and Carp can be had. Fishing on the lake is great from the shore or a boat. Hollands Landing boat ramp is only a short drive from the park. You can relax with 10km of sandy, child friendly swimming beach on beautiful Lake Wellington. Enjoy the lake's clean, safe swimming conditions, which are ideal for yachting, canoeing, kayaking, jet skiing, and boating. Or take a long, lazy stroll along one of our many walking tracks or along the water's edge. You can also bring your pushbikes and enjoy one of the many bike tracks. The park is pet friendly and ponies and horses have a large paddock with clean water if you wish to bring them along and saddle up for some excellent trail riding. Get back to nature with some native flora and fauna spotting. Abundant wildlife includes rare Sea Eagles, Wedge Tail Eagles, friendly Parrots, and Rosellas. Wombats, Kangaroos, Wallabies, Rabbits, and Echidnas are easily found and large bush possums are everywhere and are easily hand-fed and friendly. Groups of Hog Deer are seen occasionally as they are fairly timid. We are located between Bairnsdale and Sale. The Park is set on 174 acres of peaceful bushland, including Banksia, Red Gum, White Gum, and ancient River Gum forest. The Park offers both powered and unpowered sites, a communal lounge, separate accommodation, modern toilet facilities, sheltered BBQs as well as a camp kitchen. The park also offers a swimming pool and tennis court. Let the caravan and camping experience rejuvenate and relax you and your family.
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AU$53
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Wattle Point Farm

8. Wattle Point Farm

98%
(339)
36km from Lakes Entrance · 7 sites · Tents, RVs · Forge Creek, VIC
Located close to Paynesville, Bairnsdale & Sale, Wattle Point Farm is a secluded, spacious and tranquil property with Lake frontage, wildlife & lush green natives, many walking tracks surround the property, a great fit for anyone who enjoys the outdoors, peace & quiet, relaxing by the water. Close to Blond Bay Wildlife Reserve (2000 ha) with many tracks for walking, cycling or driving. Give yourself some time away from the crowded popular destinations and discover our gem of a campsite. There are designated fire pits and shady green areas to relax and unwind, just a few steps to the water's edge. No facilities, so please only book if you are self-contained, and you must take all waste with you. Dogs welcome to join in the fun too! Markets- Bairnsdale farmers market 1st Saturday Paynesville Community market 2nd Sunday Paynesville farmers market 4th Saturday Bairnsdale Howitt Park market 4th Sunday
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AU$61
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Camp is adjacent to Sailors Grave Brewing and close to the beach

9. DUNETOWN ~ SAILORS GRAVE BREWING

55km from Lakes Entrance · 6 sites · RVs · Marlo, VIC
Dunetown - Home of Sailors Grave Brewing Nestled just outside Marlo on Victoria’s far-east coast, Dunetown offers a one-of-a-kind bush camping experience beside the farmhouse brewery of Sailors Grave Brewing. Set on a working farm, this laid-back spot blends rugged nature with craft beer culture. Camp among native bushland just a short walk from the brewery, where you can enjoy locally brewed beers, wine and food. As evening falls, unwind by your campfire under the stars and listen to the sounds of the wild Gippsland coast. Amenities: - Sites are simple and best suited for self-contained campers or RVs — there are no toilets, showers, or water onsite. A nearby public dump point is in Orbost. - Fire pits are provided for campfires, with firewood available for purchase from the brewery. - Rubbish must be taken home. - Free range eggs from Dunetown farm are available from the bar. - Pets are welcome, including the brewery (on leash) Perfect for craft beer lovers, off-grid campers, and anyone seeking peace, good company, and great brews in the heart of nature. To check brewery open hours and make bookings, please head to https://sailorsgravebrewing.com/
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AU$66
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Sunset over Nigel's house

10. Forge Creek Farm Stay

97%
(147)
34km from Lakes Entrance · 8 sites · Tents, RVs, Lodging · Bairnsdale, VIC
Come and Enjoy country life with beautiful views of Macleod Morass Wetlands. Lots of animals to enjoy, including cows, sheep, chickens and kangaroos and bird life. 7 Sites available for tents, caravans and camper trailers on a flat grassy area with great views. Campers are required to be self sufficient with their own toilet/shower facilities and must remove all rubbish. FIRES MUST BE IN FIRE PITS ONLY. ****Must abide by the current fire restrictions**** Fire pits and firewood available on request at extra Cost Please advise prior to arrival if required. Farm Fresh Chicken Eggs available. Can provide a IBC water tank to your site with Tap outlet to connect to your van. Pets welcome, dogs must be kept on a lead. Only 5 minutes from town Centre, 15 min to Paynesville and 30 min to Lakes Entrance. Lakes Entrance is located on the edge of Ninety Mile Beach where the Gippsland Lakes meets the Southern Ocean. Camping Rules 1. Please abide by current fire restrictions. 2. Please do not leave fire untendered. 3. Please be Courteous to other Campers and keep noise to a minimum after 10pm.
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AU$55
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Nowa Nowa Lakeside Farmlet.

11. Nowa Nowa Lakeside Farmlet.

99%
(219)
16km from Lakes Entrance · 3 sites · Tents, RVs · Nowa Nowa, VIC
Located on the picturesque Nowa Nowa arm of Lake Tyers. Our hobby farm offers 3 beautiful large campsites (1 van per site) only 20 metres from the waters edge. OUR CAMPSITES DO NOT HAVE TOILET OR SHOWER FACILITIES. ALL WASTE AND RUBBISH MUST BE TAKEN WITH YOU ON DEPARTURE. Pets are welcome but we have chickens and alpacas on the property so please ensure your pets are restrained and don't upset the other animals. We have a fire pits for campers to relax around in the evenings. We can provide firewood for first night ($15) and additional firewood can be purchased from the general store (fundraiser for local CFA). Generators are allowed but only for limited time to charge essential equipment. No generators are allowed to run non stop and not between 9pm and 9am. if you are going to use a generator please inform other campers. Only a 5 minute walk to the NOWA NOWA GENERAL STORE/Post Office. You can get local fishing information from the friendly staff, stock up on fuel, great coffee and groceries, wine/beer, fishing tackle, bait, fire wood and more without having to drive! Only a 5 minute walk to Mingling Waters which has transformed its cafe into a rustic bar housing Jack Ramsdells iconic wooden sculptures and showcasing the history of Nowa Nowa in wall murals. Hearty meals and tap beer with indoor and outdoor dining options. Live music on weekends. Offering lunch from Thursdays to Sundays and Dinner Thursday through to Saturdays. We are within easy reach of the EAST GIPPSLAND RAIL TRAIL which is popular for both bike riders and walkers. There are plenty of other great bushwalking tracks nearby as well. It's just a short drive to the beautiful seaside town of LAKES ENTRANCE where they have supermarkets, shops, cafes, restaurants, great fresh seafood and lovely beaches. BRUTHEN is only a 20 minute drive. BRUTHEN HOTEL, Cafes. The BUCHAN CAVES RESERVE is another short drive. Picnic spots, camping ground, walking tracks and a variety of flora and fauna, including koalas, over forty species of birds, kangaroos and currawongs. While in Buchan check out the famous BUCHAN PUB for a meal and a beer. 25 minute drive East and you are in ORBOST, a small East Gippsland town surrounded by national parks, forests and beaches.
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Secluded Konda Blueberry Farm

13. Secluded Konda Blueberry Farm

98%
(54)
54km from Lakes Entrance · 2 sites · Tents, RVs · Marlo, VIC
Konda Blueberry Farm is located 10 minutes drive from Marlo, and 15 minutes from the beautiful Cape Conran beaches. The Farm is set on 132 acres of bushland, with about 15 acres cleared for the half acre abundant blueberry orchard. There are many bush tracks throughout the property to explore and a large community of birdlife is ever present. Other wildlife you may see, Wombats,Kangaroos,Deer and Wallabies. We do recommend a 4WD as the ground in some areas is quite sandy but still accessible with 2wd. Access to the pristine Cabbage Tree ck for kayaking/canoeing or fishing is available. We have two sites for campers (for either tents and RVs) that are tucked into cleared bushland areas, with lovely bush views, and privacy for just your own group. You'll need to be fully independent, with your water and shower, and must take all waste when you depart. Campfires are permitted,(except on total fire bans) and there are two fire pits on site with swing over hot plates and pot/kettle chain. We also welcome dogs but please keep on a lead at all times as wild life can be present. We don't offer self-picking at our farm yet, however when the berries are in season (Jan - Feb), you are welcome to purchase punnets picked that day! Fresh blueberries for your campfire breakfast, yum! We look forward to welcoming you to Konda Blueberry farm; a wonderful, safe base camp to explore this lovely region.
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AU$43
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Tranquillity Central

17. Tranquillity Central

95%
(20)
62km from Lakes Entrance · 1 site · Tent, RV · Paradise Beach, VIC
Guests will receive access instructions and gate code via HipCamp automated messaging 48 hours prior to arrival. All communications should be conducted via the HipCamp messaging service as per HipCamp rules. Tranquility Central can be reached from both Rosedale (coming from Melbourne), or Sale coming from the East or North. WARNING! if traveling either of these roads at sunset, after dark, or early morning, you WILL encounter wildlife (especially kangaroos) on the road, it is best to avoid these times if possible, if not please travel slowly with great care. e have 1/4 of an acre of slightly undulating coastal land with level sections for tents, and self contained caravans or campervans. Please read the full property description and adhere to the rules as stated. MUST be self contained, no toilets available on property There are two very large farm gates allowing drive through access for single axle caravans and camper trailers, large vans can back in the West side gate allowing awnings to be opened on the East (beach) side. Room for two vans in various configurations depending on sizes. Both gates should be opened inwards by lifting slightly. The fences are rural 4 strand barbed wire on star pickets, (cow fencing), please consider this if you have dogs. (To be replaced with plain wire in the future). NOTE! ticks are found all along the East coast of Australia and can be very harmful for dogs in particular, you can find all the information you need regarding ticks and dogs here: https://www.australiawidefirstaid.com.au/resources/australian-tick-identification-chart Personally we never had a tick on our dog (or ourselves in over thirty five years of camping at Paradise Beach, but we would recommend restraining dogs from from wandering through heavy bush etc. Please keep the gates closed at all times, the East gate has a pedestrian "Knob and Chain" access latch. Property is close enough to the beach to hear the surf. Plenty of shade trees. Limited potable tank water available for cooking, drinking, washing up etc. The key to tap on tall tank is attached to gate keys. The onsite caravan and amenities are not for public use. Unfortunately with all the bookings it is difficult to keep up with chopped and split firewood, (usually available in the tank halves), please do not burn any treated pine you may come across.. There is a large pile of unsplit firewood under the trees in the middle of the block for your use, please do not burn more wood than you really require. Campfires must ONLY be lit in the fire place provided, nowhere else on the property, (see pics). NOTE. Fires for cooking or warmth are allowed in Victoria even in Fire ban areas, but NOT on days of Total Fire Ban. CFA Fire check: Can I light a campfire? NOT unless: The wind is less than 10 km/h. This means that leaves are moving around in the wind. A properly built fireplace of stone, metal or concrete. (provided). Never leave the fire alone. The campfire must be put out completely using water before you leave. Fishing: Good surf fishing for salmon, gummy sharks, whiting and flathead. Pippies can be gathered in shallow water. Tip: Using corks on leader rigs stops sand crabs stealing bait. It is a short walk to the beach, or you can drive if you really need to, (see map pic). A pleasant longer walk can be had by walking to the "Pines", in the National park, you can then either return the same way, or you can locate a track leading to the beach and return via the beach, (keep a sharp lookout for the track leading off the beach at the end), (see map pic with RED track). You can also walk the Veronica Maybury Memorial Reserve, shipwreck of the Trinculo. The Gippsland Lakes Coastal Park is at the end of 7th. avenue, large numbers of kangaroos can be seen there in the morning and evening, as well as at the end of Thirteenth Street on the edge of lake Reeve. Plenty of birdlife can be seen on the property including Blue robins, King parrots, Crimson Rosellas, and Yellow tailed Gang Gang parrots. 5 minutes drive from Golden Beach shops with fuel food, liquor & bait etc. There is a dump point at Golden Beach. There are coin in the slot hot showers at Golden beach. There is a bowling club at Golden Beach and a nine hole golf course, visitors welcome. The VMMR Licensed Bar & Bistro at Golden Beach is operated by volunteers in the Community Clubrooms Saturday nights. Please take your rubbish with you and enjoy your stay What3Words location is: outing eliminate turfs
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Beach Break

19. Beach Break

100%
(2)
66km from Lakes Entrance · 6 sites · Tents, RVs · Golden Beach, VIC
We have a lovely block of land tucked away a couple of streets back from the beach. 200 m from the local shop and 350 m from the main entrance to the beach. There is a lot of shade and a cleared area as well. We have done some more clearing now and it is easy to get any sized vehicle into the property. My daughter had her Toyota. Coaster there on flat ground without any hassles this weekend. One caravan would fit and probably two. You can hear the waves and birds chirping, it is a beautiful part of Australia. Lots of mozzies so come prepared! The town does not have a water supply so you have to bring your own water. You can fill up containers near the hall for a reasonable price. Hot water showers at the shop are $4 for 4 minutes. there are free bbq’s at the beach. the shop has everything, good food, coffee, supermarket, bottle shop and good prices fuel. usually only a handful of people at the beach except on major holidays but even then we are talking maybe 40 people in kilometres of beach. Beach fishing is extremely popular. Unless there is a fire ban I am happy for you to have a little fire and we have a big pile of wood.
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Welcome to Hipcamp, your go-to resource for camping in Australia! If you're looking for the perfect pet-friendly camping experience near Lakes Entrance, Victoria, you're in luck. We have over 450 options available just for you. Whether you prefer a cosy farm stay, a lakeside retreat, or an adventure at Snowy River Station, we've got you covered. Check out our top campsites, like Hazelnut Valley Farm Stay (270 reviews), Nowa Nowa Lakeside Farmlet (95 reviews), and Snowy River Station (85 reviews), to see what other campers have loved. With popular facilities like toilets, potable water, and showers, you'll have all the comforts of home while enjoying the great outdoors. And with activities like boating, paddling, and surfing, there's never a dull moment. So pack your bags and get ready for an unforgettable camping experience near Lakes Entrance, Victoria!

96% (1.4K)

Top-rated campgrounds

Snowy River Station

1. Snowy River Station

92%
(230)
43km from Lakes Entrance · 50 sites · Tents, RVs · Corringle, VIC
Enjoy open spaces and deserted beach, using our farm as base camp to explore the amazing Snowy River Region on the Wilderness Coast. We offer sites for self-contained campers only and there is no services, pets are welcome. Please note - All the area that has been slashed in the front paddocks you can camp in and spread out.Beach access is straight over the road from the front gate. You can lite fires and firewood is for sale at the farm gate store honesty box further down the road from the gate you enter if you don't bring your own.Escape the modern tourist world and in a pristine, undeveloped old country farming area right on the coast near the mouth of the famous Snowy River. Amazing fishing in both the River and Corringle Beach, with many different species caught at different times of the year. Enjoy the 40-kilometre deserted beach, sun baking (even nude if that's your thing), and swimming, but care must be taken (unpatrolled surf beach). Romantic sunsets with no one but the odd seal and sounds of the waves to disturb you. Beach fire at night is something special to do. The beach track is across from the front gate, there is no beach sign from the road because the public will then use the track which is only for Hipcampers and you wont enjoy the deserted beach. Call me if you cant find the track, but most people have not had a problem. This walking access is steep, easier tracks can be driven to down the road.Or take a dip in the river further down the road, and explore the waterways, with many birds; black swans in the lakes next to camp, plus kangaroos, wombats, emu and deer. There is a boat ramp just down the road to explore the river system. Perfect for water sports, and with fish cleaning tables at the wharf.  Go by boat to the Marlo Hotel from the wharf straight over the river.Orbost is 15 minutes drive and has a supermarket, hotel, bottle shop and other conveniences. We are open to accepting larger group bookings, but please discuss this with us first. Other things you can do in the area: - Driving trips to High Country Scenic Route and exploring the High Country (4-5 hour round trip).- Visit the Buchan Caves about an hour into the High Country - they are amazing.- Explore Cape Conran & you can even Dive for Abalone and Crayfish.- Visit Lakes Entrance and buy Seafood from the Trawlers.- Drive to Mt Hotham ski resort and explore the Omeo High Country (3 hours)- Visit Gordon at the Opal & Gemstone House in Orbost and find out about the gold, geology and gemstones of the area, hearing first-hand stories about how the area was many years ago from a great local old-timer who loves to share his knowledge and the old ways things were done.
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AU$54
 / night
Mingling Waters

2. Mingling Waters

100%
(5)
15km from Lakes Entrance · 30 sites · Tents, RVs, Lodging · Nowa Nowa, VIC
Mingling Waters, nestled along the pristine Nowa Nowa arm of Lake Tyers, is a peaceful retreat only 15 minutes drive from the costal town of Lakes Entrance. Offering a range of charming, rustic accommodations. Guests can choose from quaint cottages, bunkhouses, glamping and camping accommodation or powered campsites, making it ideal for both solo escapes and group bookings. The park is well-equipped with a camp kitchen, a recreational lounge, and a rustic dining and bar area that houses Jack Ramsdells famous wooden sculpture, "Ra", which is open from Thursday to Sunday, serving tap beer, drinks, and hearty meals. For outdoor enthusiasts, the area is a haven for activities such as cycling along the rail trail, exploring nearby mountain bike tracks, boating, kayaking, fishing, walking tracks and hiking. On cooler days, the park's recreational room, complete with a wood-burning fireplace, offers a cosy indoor retreat and is also cooled for use in the summer months. Mingling Waters is a gateway to nearby scenic landmarks like the Rail Trail and the iconic Stoney Creek Trestle Bridge, the local fishing is excellent and it's positioned perfectly for both cyclists and nature lovers alike.
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AU$41
 / night
Lakes Entrance Tourist Park

4. Lakes Entrance Tourist Park

2.6km from Lakes Entrance · 18 sites · Tents, RVs, Lodging · Lakes Entrance, VIC
**Please note that our office is closed on Christmas Day (25 December), and we do not accept arrivals or departures on this date. Any bookings made with a check-in or check-out on 25 December will be cancelled. Thank you for your understanding.**Enjoy the best of the East Gippsland Region when you stay at Lakes Entrance Tourist Park. Hire paddle boats on the lake, enjoy the markets, spend a day at the beach or get R&R by the swimming pool. Whether you are spending a day at Eastern Beach, putting at Lake Entrance Golf Course or spending the day relaxing at our swimming pool Lakes Entrance Tourist Park is the perfect place for your Gippsland holiday! Lakes Entrance Tourist Park is located in beautiful Lakes Entrance in the Gippsland Lakes system it is a nature lovers paradise and is situated on 6 acres. Lakes Entrance Golf Club – 4 minutes Eastern Beach – 4 minutes Lakes Entrance township – 5 minutes Myer Street Jetty – 6 minutes Griffiths Sea Shell Museum – 7 minutes Melbourne – 4 hours 8 minutes Canberra – 4 hours 49 minutes Geelong – 5 hours 4 mintues Lakes Entrance Tourist Park offers a large range of accommodation options including two bedroom family cabins, 4 bed standard cabins, and large caravan sites including powered and unpowered sites.
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AU$46
 / night
Silver Sands Tourist Park

6. Silver Sands Tourist Park

100%
(3)
2.3km from Lakes Entrance · 26 sites · Tents, RVs, Lodging · Lakes Entrance, VIC
Set in the heart of Lakes Entrance, Silver Sands Tourist Park is the ideal and affordable choice for your East Coast escape. For more than a century, Lakes Entrance has been a favourite holiday destination, famous for its fishing, waterways, and stunning location where the Gippsland Lakes meet the ocean at the iconic Ninety Mile Beach. Here, the climate is welcoming year-round — summer sunshine softened by the ocean breeze and mild winters with plenty of clear days perfect for exploring. From sheltered lakes and tranquil rivers to endless beaches and rolling surf, water is everywhere you turn. Fishing, boating, kayaking, and swimming are right at your doorstep, while just minutes away you’ll find rolling farmland, scenic drives, and the majestic forests and mountain landscapes of East Gippsland. Back at the park, we offer a range of accommodation options to suit every traveler: • 2-Bedroom Mobility Access Units – Wheelchair-friendly, spacious, and thoughtfully designed for comfort. • Ensuite Cabins – Open-plan, fully self-contained, and perfect for families, with a separate bunk space for children. • Serviced Sites – Level, groomed, and powered, with large drive-through options and concrete annex slabs. As a small, owner-operated park, we pride ourselves on our high standards of cleanliness, friendly service, and personal touches. Whether you’re here for a quick stopover or a longer getaway, Silver Sands Tourist Park is your perfect base to experience the very best of Lakes Entrance.
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AU$66
 / night
Roseneath Holiday Park

7. Roseneath Holiday Park

88%
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56km from Lakes Entrance · 223 sites · Tents, RVs, Lodging · Meerlieu, VIC
The Roseneath Caravan Park is located in the beautiful, scenic Gippsland area, on the sandy, South East shore of Lake Wellington. This family and pet friendly caravan park offers a real bush experience, being located in the tranquil bushlands of Meerileu. Experience fabulous fishing, boating and swimming. Fishing is a lot of fun and good catches of Bream, Mullet, Flathead, and Carp can be had. Fishing on the lake is great from the shore or a boat. Hollands Landing boat ramp is only a short drive from the park. You can relax with 10km of sandy, child friendly swimming beach on beautiful Lake Wellington. Enjoy the lake's clean, safe swimming conditions, which are ideal for yachting, canoeing, kayaking, jet skiing, and boating. Or take a long, lazy stroll along one of our many walking tracks or along the water's edge. You can also bring your pushbikes and enjoy one of the many bike tracks. The park is pet friendly and ponies and horses have a large paddock with clean water if you wish to bring them along and saddle up for some excellent trail riding. Get back to nature with some native flora and fauna spotting. Abundant wildlife includes rare Sea Eagles, Wedge Tail Eagles, friendly Parrots, and Rosellas. Wombats, Kangaroos, Wallabies, Rabbits, and Echidnas are easily found and large bush possums are everywhere and are easily hand-fed and friendly. Groups of Hog Deer are seen occasionally as they are fairly timid. We are located between Bairnsdale and Sale. The Park is set on 174 acres of peaceful bushland, including Banksia, Red Gum, White Gum, and ancient River Gum forest. The Park offers both powered and unpowered sites, a communal lounge, separate accommodation, modern toilet facilities, sheltered BBQs as well as a camp kitchen. The park also offers a swimming pool and tennis court. Let the caravan and camping experience rejuvenate and relax you and your family.
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AU$53
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Wattle Point Farm

8. Wattle Point Farm

98%
(339)
36km from Lakes Entrance · 7 sites · Tents, RVs · Forge Creek, VIC
Located close to Paynesville, Bairnsdale & Sale, Wattle Point Farm is a secluded, spacious and tranquil property with Lake frontage, wildlife & lush green natives, many walking tracks surround the property, a great fit for anyone who enjoys the outdoors, peace & quiet, relaxing by the water. Close to Blond Bay Wildlife Reserve (2000 ha) with many tracks for walking, cycling or driving. Give yourself some time away from the crowded popular destinations and discover our gem of a campsite. There are designated fire pits and shady green areas to relax and unwind, just a few steps to the water's edge. No facilities, so please only book if you are self-contained, and you must take all waste with you. Dogs welcome to join in the fun too! Markets- Bairnsdale farmers market 1st Saturday Paynesville Community market 2nd Sunday Paynesville farmers market 4th Saturday Bairnsdale Howitt Park market 4th Sunday
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AU$61
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Camp is adjacent to Sailors Grave Brewing and close to the beach

9. DUNETOWN ~ SAILORS GRAVE BREWING

55km from Lakes Entrance · 6 sites · RVs · Marlo, VIC
Dunetown - Home of Sailors Grave Brewing Nestled just outside Marlo on Victoria’s far-east coast, Dunetown offers a one-of-a-kind bush camping experience beside the farmhouse brewery of Sailors Grave Brewing. Set on a working farm, this laid-back spot blends rugged nature with craft beer culture. Camp among native bushland just a short walk from the brewery, where you can enjoy locally brewed beers, wine and food. As evening falls, unwind by your campfire under the stars and listen to the sounds of the wild Gippsland coast. Amenities: - Sites are simple and best suited for self-contained campers or RVs — there are no toilets, showers, or water onsite. A nearby public dump point is in Orbost. - Fire pits are provided for campfires, with firewood available for purchase from the brewery. - Rubbish must be taken home. - Free range eggs from Dunetown farm are available from the bar. - Pets are welcome, including the brewery (on leash) Perfect for craft beer lovers, off-grid campers, and anyone seeking peace, good company, and great brews in the heart of nature. To check brewery open hours and make bookings, please head to https://sailorsgravebrewing.com/
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AU$66
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Sunset over Nigel's house

10. Forge Creek Farm Stay

97%
(147)
34km from Lakes Entrance · 8 sites · Tents, RVs, Lodging · Bairnsdale, VIC
Come and Enjoy country life with beautiful views of Macleod Morass Wetlands. Lots of animals to enjoy, including cows, sheep, chickens and kangaroos and bird life. 7 Sites available for tents, caravans and camper trailers on a flat grassy area with great views. Campers are required to be self sufficient with their own toilet/shower facilities and must remove all rubbish. FIRES MUST BE IN FIRE PITS ONLY. ****Must abide by the current fire restrictions**** Fire pits and firewood available on request at extra Cost Please advise prior to arrival if required. Farm Fresh Chicken Eggs available. Can provide a IBC water tank to your site with Tap outlet to connect to your van. Pets welcome, dogs must be kept on a lead. Only 5 minutes from town Centre, 15 min to Paynesville and 30 min to Lakes Entrance. Lakes Entrance is located on the edge of Ninety Mile Beach where the Gippsland Lakes meets the Southern Ocean. Camping Rules 1. Please abide by current fire restrictions. 2. Please do not leave fire untendered. 3. Please be Courteous to other Campers and keep noise to a minimum after 10pm.
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AU$55
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Nowa Nowa Lakeside Farmlet.

11. Nowa Nowa Lakeside Farmlet.

99%
(219)
16km from Lakes Entrance · 3 sites · Tents, RVs · Nowa Nowa, VIC
Located on the picturesque Nowa Nowa arm of Lake Tyers. Our hobby farm offers 3 beautiful large campsites (1 van per site) only 20 metres from the waters edge. OUR CAMPSITES DO NOT HAVE TOILET OR SHOWER FACILITIES. ALL WASTE AND RUBBISH MUST BE TAKEN WITH YOU ON DEPARTURE. Pets are welcome but we have chickens and alpacas on the property so please ensure your pets are restrained and don't upset the other animals. We have a fire pits for campers to relax around in the evenings. We can provide firewood for first night ($15) and additional firewood can be purchased from the general store (fundraiser for local CFA). Generators are allowed but only for limited time to charge essential equipment. No generators are allowed to run non stop and not between 9pm and 9am. if you are going to use a generator please inform other campers. Only a 5 minute walk to the NOWA NOWA GENERAL STORE/Post Office. You can get local fishing information from the friendly staff, stock up on fuel, great coffee and groceries, wine/beer, fishing tackle, bait, fire wood and more without having to drive! Only a 5 minute walk to Mingling Waters which has transformed its cafe into a rustic bar housing Jack Ramsdells iconic wooden sculptures and showcasing the history of Nowa Nowa in wall murals. Hearty meals and tap beer with indoor and outdoor dining options. Live music on weekends. Offering lunch from Thursdays to Sundays and Dinner Thursday through to Saturdays. We are within easy reach of the EAST GIPPSLAND RAIL TRAIL which is popular for both bike riders and walkers. There are plenty of other great bushwalking tracks nearby as well. It's just a short drive to the beautiful seaside town of LAKES ENTRANCE where they have supermarkets, shops, cafes, restaurants, great fresh seafood and lovely beaches. BRUTHEN is only a 20 minute drive. BRUTHEN HOTEL, Cafes. The BUCHAN CAVES RESERVE is another short drive. Picnic spots, camping ground, walking tracks and a variety of flora and fauna, including koalas, over forty species of birds, kangaroos and currawongs. While in Buchan check out the famous BUCHAN PUB for a meal and a beer. 25 minute drive East and you are in ORBOST, a small East Gippsland town surrounded by national parks, forests and beaches.
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Secluded Konda Blueberry Farm

13. Secluded Konda Blueberry Farm

98%
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54km from Lakes Entrance · 2 sites · Tents, RVs · Marlo, VIC
Konda Blueberry Farm is located 10 minutes drive from Marlo, and 15 minutes from the beautiful Cape Conran beaches. The Farm is set on 132 acres of bushland, with about 15 acres cleared for the half acre abundant blueberry orchard. There are many bush tracks throughout the property to explore and a large community of birdlife is ever present. Other wildlife you may see, Wombats,Kangaroos,Deer and Wallabies. We do recommend a 4WD as the ground in some areas is quite sandy but still accessible with 2wd. Access to the pristine Cabbage Tree ck for kayaking/canoeing or fishing is available. We have two sites for campers (for either tents and RVs) that are tucked into cleared bushland areas, with lovely bush views, and privacy for just your own group. You'll need to be fully independent, with your water and shower, and must take all waste when you depart. Campfires are permitted,(except on total fire bans) and there are two fire pits on site with swing over hot plates and pot/kettle chain. We also welcome dogs but please keep on a lead at all times as wild life can be present. We don't offer self-picking at our farm yet, however when the berries are in season (Jan - Feb), you are welcome to purchase punnets picked that day! Fresh blueberries for your campfire breakfast, yum! We look forward to welcoming you to Konda Blueberry farm; a wonderful, safe base camp to explore this lovely region.
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AU$43
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Tranquillity Central

17. Tranquillity Central

95%
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62km from Lakes Entrance · 1 site · Tent, RV · Paradise Beach, VIC
Guests will receive access instructions and gate code via HipCamp automated messaging 48 hours prior to arrival. All communications should be conducted via the HipCamp messaging service as per HipCamp rules. Tranquility Central can be reached from both Rosedale (coming from Melbourne), or Sale coming from the East or North. WARNING! if traveling either of these roads at sunset, after dark, or early morning, you WILL encounter wildlife (especially kangaroos) on the road, it is best to avoid these times if possible, if not please travel slowly with great care. e have 1/4 of an acre of slightly undulating coastal land with level sections for tents, and self contained caravans or campervans. Please read the full property description and adhere to the rules as stated. MUST be self contained, no toilets available on property There are two very large farm gates allowing drive through access for single axle caravans and camper trailers, large vans can back in the West side gate allowing awnings to be opened on the East (beach) side. Room for two vans in various configurations depending on sizes. Both gates should be opened inwards by lifting slightly. The fences are rural 4 strand barbed wire on star pickets, (cow fencing), please consider this if you have dogs. (To be replaced with plain wire in the future). NOTE! ticks are found all along the East coast of Australia and can be very harmful for dogs in particular, you can find all the information you need regarding ticks and dogs here: https://www.australiawidefirstaid.com.au/resources/australian-tick-identification-chart Personally we never had a tick on our dog (or ourselves in over thirty five years of camping at Paradise Beach, but we would recommend restraining dogs from from wandering through heavy bush etc. Please keep the gates closed at all times, the East gate has a pedestrian "Knob and Chain" access latch. Property is close enough to the beach to hear the surf. Plenty of shade trees. Limited potable tank water available for cooking, drinking, washing up etc. The key to tap on tall tank is attached to gate keys. The onsite caravan and amenities are not for public use. Unfortunately with all the bookings it is difficult to keep up with chopped and split firewood, (usually available in the tank halves), please do not burn any treated pine you may come across.. There is a large pile of unsplit firewood under the trees in the middle of the block for your use, please do not burn more wood than you really require. Campfires must ONLY be lit in the fire place provided, nowhere else on the property, (see pics). NOTE. Fires for cooking or warmth are allowed in Victoria even in Fire ban areas, but NOT on days of Total Fire Ban. CFA Fire check: Can I light a campfire? NOT unless: The wind is less than 10 km/h. This means that leaves are moving around in the wind. A properly built fireplace of stone, metal or concrete. (provided). Never leave the fire alone. The campfire must be put out completely using water before you leave. Fishing: Good surf fishing for salmon, gummy sharks, whiting and flathead. Pippies can be gathered in shallow water. Tip: Using corks on leader rigs stops sand crabs stealing bait. It is a short walk to the beach, or you can drive if you really need to, (see map pic). A pleasant longer walk can be had by walking to the "Pines", in the National park, you can then either return the same way, or you can locate a track leading to the beach and return via the beach, (keep a sharp lookout for the track leading off the beach at the end), (see map pic with RED track). You can also walk the Veronica Maybury Memorial Reserve, shipwreck of the Trinculo. The Gippsland Lakes Coastal Park is at the end of 7th. avenue, large numbers of kangaroos can be seen there in the morning and evening, as well as at the end of Thirteenth Street on the edge of lake Reeve. Plenty of birdlife can be seen on the property including Blue robins, King parrots, Crimson Rosellas, and Yellow tailed Gang Gang parrots. 5 minutes drive from Golden Beach shops with fuel food, liquor & bait etc. There is a dump point at Golden Beach. There are coin in the slot hot showers at Golden beach. There is a bowling club at Golden Beach and a nine hole golf course, visitors welcome. The VMMR Licensed Bar & Bistro at Golden Beach is operated by volunteers in the Community Clubrooms Saturday nights. Please take your rubbish with you and enjoy your stay What3Words location is: outing eliminate turfs
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AU$37
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Beach Break

19. Beach Break

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66km from Lakes Entrance · 6 sites · Tents, RVs · Golden Beach, VIC
We have a lovely block of land tucked away a couple of streets back from the beach. 200 m from the local shop and 350 m from the main entrance to the beach. There is a lot of shade and a cleared area as well. We have done some more clearing now and it is easy to get any sized vehicle into the property. My daughter had her Toyota. Coaster there on flat ground without any hassles this weekend. One caravan would fit and probably two. You can hear the waves and birds chirping, it is a beautiful part of Australia. Lots of mozzies so come prepared! The town does not have a water supply so you have to bring your own water. You can fill up containers near the hall for a reasonable price. Hot water showers at the shop are $4 for 4 minutes. there are free bbq’s at the beach. the shop has everything, good food, coffee, supermarket, bottle shop and good prices fuel. usually only a handful of people at the beach except on major holidays but even then we are talking maybe 40 people in kilometres of beach. Beach fishing is extremely popular. Unless there is a fire ban I am happy for you to have a little fire and we have a big pile of wood.
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