89% (2.7K) • 103 campsites
Top-rated campgrounds near Lara
Bush horizon
1. Bush horizon
95%
(39)
62km from Lara · 1 site
Relax on 13 acres beside a large water hole amongst the oak trees.
Our site is charged per van not per people so please only book as 2 people then book the additional vans in the extras section .
The small town ship offers a local store, bmx track, playground, tennis court, oval and a skate park.
The coastal town of Lorne is only a 20 min drive and you’re on the beach for fishing, surfing, swimming or dinning out at one of the many places to eat and drink.
The site welcomes groups to book up to a maximum of 4 caravans or campers that must be fully self sufficient. Each van will be charged at $60 per night
from
AU$67
/ night
Tall Trees Otways Camp
2. Tall Trees Otways Camp
90%
(82)
64km from Lara · 1 site · Tent, RV
A quiet campsite to yourself amongst the tranquil Otway rainforest just a short drive from Lorne. Plenty of bird and animal life to see.
Parking is on solid ground with the option of a grassy camp spot among the trees 20 metres away.
There is a bus parked and container on the Southside of the camp with bush views to the East, North and West.
Toilets
Campfires
from
AU$97
/ night
Red Hill Orchard Farm Stay
3. Red Hill Orchard Farm Stay
98%
(59)
68km from Lara · 7 sites
Located in the beautiful Red Hill set away from the hustle and bustle, this farm has been in the family for over 85 year. Enjoy the fresh air and the sea breeze from western Port Bay.
Surrounded by lots of stunning local wineries and beautiful beaches.
Spend the weekend exploring or just enjoy your time relaxing on the farm.
It's a lovely walk to the shops and Red hill rail trail.
https://www.instagram.com/orchardfarmstays?igsh=NjQ1bTVnOTh6cmpi
Please note you need to type our address in when trying to find our property. For some reason the GPS link on hipcamp takes you to the back of our property and you cannot enter that way.
from
AU$79
/ night
Weemalah Cabin & Camping
4. Weemalah Cabin & Camping
92%
(66)
77km from Lara · 3 sites · Tents, RVs, Lodging
This beautiful property is located on 600 acres in the Macedon Ranges area. You will be surrounded by extraordinary views and plenty of horses, cattle and chickens. The property has access to stunning walking trails where you can see an abundance of wildlife and provides views to Melbourne and Mount Macedon. All located only 50 minutes from Melbourne CBD.The property is pet friendly (see rules) and offers a fire pit with firewood provided. Children under 12 can stay for free. Please notify host if you are brining children under 12.Please note- some sites require 4WD access if you don't have a 4WD the host can drive you to campsite as well (please speak to host to arrange this beforehand) & sites are dispersed and not always by the water this depends on availability.
Toilets
Campfires
Showers
from
AU$146
/ night
Summerleigh Homestead, circa 1876
5. Summerleigh Homestead, circa 1876
96%
(27)
80km from Lara · 6 sites · Tents, RVs
Summerleigh Homestead is a historic property located on Deep Creek Valley, 10 minutes southeast of Romsey and an hour from the CBD of Melbourne.
Deep Creek Valley is characterised by majestic views and steep rocky declines, carved over millennia by the permanently flowing Deep Creek, originating in the Great Dividing Range and eventually becoming the mighty Yarra River in Melbourne.
Below the Homestead, in the valley, along the banks of Deep Creek, are four designated and generously sized camp sites, offering two types of camping. All only suitable for 4WD or SUV access.
- Sambar : one larger caravan or two tents / rooftop vehicles site, located on Deep Creek (half-) island. A premier site.
- Red : one larger caravan or two tents / rooftop vehicles, located next to Sambar.
- Fallow : a one family tent site, or two small hiking tents.
- Hog : one hiking tent camp with limited vehicle access.
Campfires
from
AU$91
/ night
89% (2.7K) • 103 campsites
Top-rated campgrounds near Lara
Bush horizon
1. Bush horizon
95%
(39)
62km from Lara · 1 site
Relax on 13 acres beside a large water hole amongst the oak trees.
Our site is charged per van not per people so please only book as 2 people then book the additional vans in the extras section .
The small town ship offers a local store, bmx track, playground, tennis court, oval and a skate park.
The coastal town of Lorne is only a 20 min drive and you’re on the beach for fishing, surfing, swimming or dinning out at one of the many places to eat and drink.
The site welcomes groups to book up to a maximum of 4 caravans or campers that must be fully self sufficient. Each van will be charged at $60 per night
from
AU$67
/ night
Tall Trees Otways Camp
2. Tall Trees Otways Camp
90%
(82)
64km from Lara · 1 site · Tent, RV
A quiet campsite to yourself amongst the tranquil Otway rainforest just a short drive from Lorne. Plenty of bird and animal life to see.
Parking is on solid ground with the option of a grassy camp spot among the trees 20 metres away.
There is a bus parked and container on the Southside of the camp with bush views to the East, North and West.
Toilets
Campfires
from
AU$97
/ night
Red Hill Orchard Farm Stay
3. Red Hill Orchard Farm Stay
98%
(59)
68km from Lara · 7 sites
Located in the beautiful Red Hill set away from the hustle and bustle, this farm has been in the family for over 85 year. Enjoy the fresh air and the sea breeze from western Port Bay.
Surrounded by lots of stunning local wineries and beautiful beaches.
Spend the weekend exploring or just enjoy your time relaxing on the farm.
It's a lovely walk to the shops and Red hill rail trail.
https://www.instagram.com/orchardfarmstays?igsh=NjQ1bTVnOTh6cmpi
Please note you need to type our address in when trying to find our property. For some reason the GPS link on hipcamp takes you to the back of our property and you cannot enter that way.
from
AU$79
/ night
Weemalah Cabin & Camping
4. Weemalah Cabin & Camping
92%
(66)
77km from Lara · 3 sites · Tents, RVs, Lodging
This beautiful property is located on 600 acres in the Macedon Ranges area. You will be surrounded by extraordinary views and plenty of horses, cattle and chickens. The property has access to stunning walking trails where you can see an abundance of wildlife and provides views to Melbourne and Mount Macedon. All located only 50 minutes from Melbourne CBD.The property is pet friendly (see rules) and offers a fire pit with firewood provided. Children under 12 can stay for free. Please notify host if you are brining children under 12.Please note- some sites require 4WD access if you don't have a 4WD the host can drive you to campsite as well (please speak to host to arrange this beforehand) & sites are dispersed and not always by the water this depends on availability.
Toilets
Campfires
Showers
from
AU$146
/ night
Summerleigh Homestead, circa 1876
5. Summerleigh Homestead, circa 1876
96%
(27)
80km from Lara · 6 sites · Tents, RVs
Summerleigh Homestead is a historic property located on Deep Creek Valley, 10 minutes southeast of Romsey and an hour from the CBD of Melbourne.
Deep Creek Valley is characterised by majestic views and steep rocky declines, carved over millennia by the permanently flowing Deep Creek, originating in the Great Dividing Range and eventually becoming the mighty Yarra River in Melbourne.
Below the Homestead, in the valley, along the banks of Deep Creek, are four designated and generously sized camp sites, offering two types of camping. All only suitable for 4WD or SUV access.
- Sambar : one larger caravan or two tents / rooftop vehicles site, located on Deep Creek (half-) island. A premier site.
- Red : one larger caravan or two tents / rooftop vehicles, located next to Sambar.
- Fallow : a one family tent site, or two small hiking tents.
- Hog : one hiking tent camp with limited vehicle access.
Campfires
from
AU$91
/ night
Recent reviews from the Hipcamp community
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Hilary
2 weeks ago
7 m travel trailer
We were very happy during our stay and loved the peace and quiet and views of fruit trees and tree lined forest. Listening to the Bellbirds and watching the Australian Wood ducks traverse the field was a delight. The camp fire setting was lit up at night around the water, very tranquil. Close to many interesting places to visit and walking tracks galore. Tara was very helpful sending us photos for direction onto the farm and came to greet us on arrival. Enjoyed eating the fresh fruit from the trees too.
You are rather exposed when the wind blows through and a 25 minute drive to the nearest dump point should be taken into consideration
if you stay a number of nights.
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Tommy
3 weeks ago
Tent
Beautiful property with great swimming hole very easy going host definitely recommend
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Stephanie
February 2026
6 m Class B
With pets
Fantastic spot tucked away among the apple and pear trees. Perfect for exploring sorrento, mornington and surrounds and very close to some lovely vineyards. It was quite and peaceful with plenty of space for our black lab to run around.
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Andrew
January 2026
Tent
With pets
Anne-Maree was a wonderful host and made our stay feel easy and relaxed from the moment we arrived. She was generous with her time, quick to help with any questions or small issues, and genuinely cared that we had a great experience. Everything was thoughtfully set up and well looked after. We’re very grateful for her hospitality and would happily stay again.
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Cam
January 2026
10 m Class B
Everything is as described, flat site with shade if required. Waterhole is amazing, it was hot so well needed. Lucy was a delight and very welcoming, appreciated the updates on smokeshaze from distant fires.
Wouldn't recommend towing out of the sites without a 4x4,.
Overall very pleased with our stay and would certainly recommend.
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Simon
January 2026
Tent
Lucy was more than welcoming on our arrival, taking us down to our site. The waterhole was amazing and so refreshing!! We will definitely be back- not so far out of town to get somewhere that helps switch off from reality for a moment!! Thanks guys!!
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Goga
January 2026
5 m pop-up camper
Lovely secluded spot amongst the trees. Short drive to Lorne and beach. Kylie is great and excellent in communicating!
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Jay
January 2026
5 m Class B
The owners are legends and the property is beautiful. If you want a camping spot close to wineries and the beach that’s not crowded I highly recommend this property 10/10
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Tim
January 2026
8 m Class A
Stayed at Red Hill Orchard Farm first only 1 night, however if we are back in the area again we will definitely stay again. We arrived late which was no problem to Tara, there's a lovely lake at the bottom of the hill and firepit, to be fair if there was a group of you it would make for a brilliant weekend!
Thanks Tara.
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Richard
January 2026
8 m Class A
With kids
What a fantastic place to decompress and enjoy the serenity of the country side.
The hosts are very welcoming and made our stay so enjoyable and relaxing.
We wished we could have stayed there longer.
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Bec
January 2026
4 m Class B
With pets
I came late and left early so didnt see the property well but the hosts were very accommodating and gave clear instructions to find it. Cute little fire area near the water which would be nice on a cool night.
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Tim
January 2026
7 m Class B
Nestled in a long forested valley and surrounded by fruit trees this magnificent field (it must almost be two cricket pitches in size) is mainly flat with a lower sloping level that leads your eye to a tree lined pond; it is rather magical. We pitched our 7m Mercedes LWB in a great location overlooking the pond. We were the only people there for the first night so had first dibs. Two other families arrived on the second day but they were so far away from us you couldn't communicate even if you shouted. The bird life was fantastic (we hadn't come across a Bell Miner with a call like a hammer striking a wine bottle)
Tara and Steve were great hosts (not even a grumble at us being 15 minutes late due to following HipCamp Google maps link instead of entering the actual address... bit of advice: enter the Stanley's Road house address into your sat nav😉)
We thoroughly enjoyed a wine tasting at Avani vineyard (15 minute walk from the field) which Tara and Steve recommended.
All in all a top spot centrally positioned to explore the South and central regions if the Mornington Peninsula.
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Ian
January 2026
8 m Class A
With pets
Wow had a wonderful, wonderful stay at this very picturesque ‘fruit tree orchard’ in Red Hill South. Lovely greeting from Tara upon arrival. The communication prior was excellent and I found the property with ease. I had the choice of any of the four sites and chose site 1 on the second tier overlooking the fire pit and dam. Wonderful views to the south and experienced great sunrises and sunsets to the west. Very peaceful and my border collie dog loved the open space of the well mowed paddock. Red Hill shops are approximately 3 k’s away - with a walking track next to the road to ensure safety. Great place for a coffee. Also did a loop return walk back via the old historic Red Hill Rail trail. I was in a 2 wheel drive motorhome - no issue with the terrain. Would definitely recommend Tara’s land for R&R and walking. Many wineries within close proximity also. Stunning views everywhere you look.will definitely be returning.
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Brianna Colgan
January 2026
Tent
With pets
We loved this hipcamp! It’s a beautiful spot between the trees and very quiet area. The loo with the view is great and perfect spot for our dog to run around. Beautiful sunsets through the trees and walks around the area. Easy access to Lorne. Kylie was super helpful, friendly and responsive! Highly recommend, we would love to come back :)
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Riley
January 2026
7 m travel trailer
With pets
We had such a lovely stay at Orchard Farm. The property itself is beautiful and peaceful. Thank you so much for having us and for being so friendly and helpful during our stay. We’re really grateful and would happily recommend Orchard Farm to anyone looking for a relaxed, friendly Hipcamp experience
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Hannah
January 2026
5 m Class B
Group trip
We had a great stay at Kylie’s camp. Kylie was a great host and very flexible with our arrangement which was appreciated as our plans changed due to the fires and wild weather. The loo with a view was a big hit amongst the adults and children! Sheltered spot and perfect for a quiet bush camp, with excellent directions. Thank you Kylie.
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David
January 2026
7 m travel trailer
With pets
Lovely position amongst the Oak trees. Quiet & private. The grounds are well maintained with a stone bordered fire pit at its centre. A short walk to the local general store is a must for morning coffee or a spot of lunch.
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Beth
January 2026
7 m travel trailer
With pets
Beautiful camp spot! Nestled amongst oak trees, the site was flat and well maintained. The property itself is pretty and there is a duck pond that makes for a lovely outlook. Truly wonderful.
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Blair
January 2026
2 m pop-up camper
With pets
Another Great stay!! Quiet and secluded with a great host, everything is as described. Will be back again in the future for days on the beach at Lorne with a fantastic campsite, it is the best of both worlds!
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Donna
January 2026
7 m Class B
Rustic non hook up but clear and precise instruction from owner
Very cute little outside toilet with a view
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