93% (5.4K) • 229 campsites
Top-rated campgrounds near Melbourne
The Back Paddocks
1. The Back Paddocks
99%
(90)
79km from Melbourne · 5 sites · Tents, RVs
Your choice of your very own 10 acres of pasture, although you will have to share it with wallabies, bandicoots, a variety of birds and the occasional echidna.
Views of Bass Strait and Western Port and walking distance to PHILLIP ISLAND Winery.
Only 5 minutes drive to great surf and swimming beaches and 7 minutes to the Penguin Parade.
Now for the best part. We are located in the "Dark Sky" of PHILLIP ISLAND, with amazing opportunities for astrophotography or simply stargazing in peace and quiet under the Milky Way, only the sound of distant surf crashing and wind through the trees.
Potable water
from
AU$69
/ night
Kiernan Park Equestrian Centre
2. Kiernan Park Equestrian Centre
99%
(165)
54km from Melbourne · 2 sites · Tents, RVs
A working horse property, with on site coaches and horse trainers. The property is 40 acres, and also is home to numerous kangaroos, wombats, possums, goannas, echidnas, lots of birds and other critters, as well as, of course, lots of horses.
We are dog friendly. There is a toilet available. Good access for 2WD and caravans. Drinking water available.
Campfires permitted when restrictions not in place.
There are lots of attractions nearby, including top class wineries and restaurants, the Warburton walking trail, fantastic mountain bike trails, the Redwood Forest, Kirth Kiln State Park, Bunyip State Park, Mt Donna Buang and the lookout, Ship Rock Falls, 7-acre Rock, Noojee Pub, Cunninghams Pub, Wesburn Pub and Wesburn RSL.
Then there are the lovely old towns of Warburton and Healesville, Healesville Sanctuary, Rayners Orchard, the Lotus Gardens in Wesburn, swimming in the Yarra River....the list goes on.
Toilets
Campfires
Potable water
from
AU$73
/ night
Afton Park - Heart of the Bellarine
3. Afton Park - Heart of the Bellarine
100%
(8)
58km from Melbourne · 5 sites · Tents, RVs
Escape to the Heart of the Bellarine Peninsula
Tucked between Ocean Grove and Drysdale, our peaceful camping haven is the perfect base for exploring everything the Bellarine has to offer. Just a few minutes drive from Farm Dog Brewing, McGlashan’s Winery, Flying Brick Cider House, and Adventure Park, you’ll be surrounded by great local flavours and fun.
Set on a spacious property with plenty of room to relax, we’re close to top wineries, golf courses, beaches, and fishing spots. Bring your boat — there’s ample space and easy access to nearby boat ramps on the Barwon River and Port Phillip Bay.
Our site features a bespoke toilet, fresh water, and a communal area complete with a sink, BBQ, and seating for eight. Fire pits are welcome (BYO wood), making it easy to enjoy a cosy evening under the stars.
We’re pet-friendly, too — your furry friends are welcome to join the adventure (on leash).
Come unwind, explore, and experience the Bellarine at its best.
Toilets
Water hookup
Potable water
from
AU$73
/ night
Spalding Lodge
4. Spalding Lodge
51km from Melbourne · 5 sites · Tents, RVs
We are located on 5 acres with empty paddock at the back of the property.
Power and water available and we allow camp fire when allowed.
We are located 5 mins from Avalon airport and 5 mins from Lara Train Station which runs into Geelong and Melbourne.
Perfect for Avalon Airshow
Electrical hookup
Campfires
Water hookup
from
AU$73
/ night
Anchor Belle Holiday Park
5. Anchor Belle Holiday Park
100%
(9)
74km from Melbourne · 64 sites · Tents, RVs, Lodging
Our Unique Phillip Island Accommodation in Cowes!
Conveniently located just a 90-minute drive from bustling Melbourne and only 2 km from the heart of Cowes. Our park is just a stone’s throw from pristine and safe swimming beaches.
Proudly family-operated for over 60 years, we offer all of the convenient facilities to make your stay one to remember.
Just 100m to the beautiful beachfront!
Indoor swimming pool
Jumping Cushion
Games Room
Pet Friendly (off-peak sites only)
Ensuite Powered Sites
Playground and Ball Court
Kiosk and Conference Room
500m to the boat ramp
Electrical hookup
Toilets
Showers
from
AU$63
/ night
93% (5.4K) • 229 campsites
Top-rated campgrounds near Melbourne
The Back Paddocks
1. The Back Paddocks
99%
(90)
79km from Melbourne · 5 sites · Tents, RVs
Your choice of your very own 10 acres of pasture, although you will have to share it with wallabies, bandicoots, a variety of birds and the occasional echidna.
Views of Bass Strait and Western Port and walking distance to PHILLIP ISLAND Winery.
Only 5 minutes drive to great surf and swimming beaches and 7 minutes to the Penguin Parade.
Now for the best part. We are located in the "Dark Sky" of PHILLIP ISLAND, with amazing opportunities for astrophotography or simply stargazing in peace and quiet under the Milky Way, only the sound of distant surf crashing and wind through the trees.
Potable water
from
AU$69
/ night
Kiernan Park Equestrian Centre
2. Kiernan Park Equestrian Centre
99%
(165)
54km from Melbourne · 2 sites · Tents, RVs
A working horse property, with on site coaches and horse trainers. The property is 40 acres, and also is home to numerous kangaroos, wombats, possums, goannas, echidnas, lots of birds and other critters, as well as, of course, lots of horses.
We are dog friendly. There is a toilet available. Good access for 2WD and caravans. Drinking water available.
Campfires permitted when restrictions not in place.
There are lots of attractions nearby, including top class wineries and restaurants, the Warburton walking trail, fantastic mountain bike trails, the Redwood Forest, Kirth Kiln State Park, Bunyip State Park, Mt Donna Buang and the lookout, Ship Rock Falls, 7-acre Rock, Noojee Pub, Cunninghams Pub, Wesburn Pub and Wesburn RSL.
Then there are the lovely old towns of Warburton and Healesville, Healesville Sanctuary, Rayners Orchard, the Lotus Gardens in Wesburn, swimming in the Yarra River....the list goes on.
Toilets
Campfires
Potable water
from
AU$73
/ night
Afton Park - Heart of the Bellarine
3. Afton Park - Heart of the Bellarine
100%
(8)
58km from Melbourne · 5 sites · Tents, RVs
Escape to the Heart of the Bellarine Peninsula
Tucked between Ocean Grove and Drysdale, our peaceful camping haven is the perfect base for exploring everything the Bellarine has to offer. Just a few minutes drive from Farm Dog Brewing, McGlashan’s Winery, Flying Brick Cider House, and Adventure Park, you’ll be surrounded by great local flavours and fun.
Set on a spacious property with plenty of room to relax, we’re close to top wineries, golf courses, beaches, and fishing spots. Bring your boat — there’s ample space and easy access to nearby boat ramps on the Barwon River and Port Phillip Bay.
Our site features a bespoke toilet, fresh water, and a communal area complete with a sink, BBQ, and seating for eight. Fire pits are welcome (BYO wood), making it easy to enjoy a cosy evening under the stars.
We’re pet-friendly, too — your furry friends are welcome to join the adventure (on leash).
Come unwind, explore, and experience the Bellarine at its best.
Toilets
Water hookup
Potable water
from
AU$73
/ night
Spalding Lodge
4. Spalding Lodge
51km from Melbourne · 5 sites · Tents, RVs
We are located on 5 acres with empty paddock at the back of the property.
Power and water available and we allow camp fire when allowed.
We are located 5 mins from Avalon airport and 5 mins from Lara Train Station which runs into Geelong and Melbourne.
Perfect for Avalon Airshow
Electrical hookup
Campfires
Water hookup
from
AU$73
/ night
Anchor Belle Holiday Park
5. Anchor Belle Holiday Park
100%
(9)
74km from Melbourne · 64 sites · Tents, RVs, Lodging
Our Unique Phillip Island Accommodation in Cowes!
Conveniently located just a 90-minute drive from bustling Melbourne and only 2 km from the heart of Cowes. Our park is just a stone’s throw from pristine and safe swimming beaches.
Proudly family-operated for over 60 years, we offer all of the convenient facilities to make your stay one to remember.
Just 100m to the beautiful beachfront!
Indoor swimming pool
Jumping Cushion
Games Room
Pet Friendly (off-peak sites only)
Ensuite Powered Sites
Playground and Ball Court
Kiosk and Conference Room
500m to the boat ramp
Electrical hookup
Toilets
Showers
from
AU$63
/ night
Recent reviews from the Hipcamp community
Andrea
1 week ago
5 m Class B
Great 2 nights spent camping in the paddock, Neil and Madge were very friendly and helpful. Plenty of room, great location close to Breweries, Wineries and the beach, will go again. Andrea and Col
See more
B
Bec
1 week ago
Tent
With pets
Madge and Neil went above and beyond to ensure we had a great stay at Afton Park. They were friendly and ensured amenities were clean and well stocked. Sites were lovely under the trees of their property and well distanced from the other sites, so was private. My dog absolutely loved her stay there as well, lots of space for her to explore around the site. Would definitely recommend!
See more
S
Sarah
1 week ago
Tent
With kids
Madge and Neil are fantastic hosts. They were kind and generous throughout our stay. They thought of all the creature comforts whilst camping- like a toilet, sink, running water, fire pit etc. Situated on a very spacious property with plenty of room for the kids. We will definitely be back 😊
See moreD
Darcey
1 week ago
Tent
With pets
We had a lovely stay at Madge’s place. Kitchen and toilet facilities were great and we loved how much space there was between us and the other 2 groups. Would definitely recommend.
See more
J
Joseph
2 weeks ago
Tent
Lovely spacious spot on Phillip Island, great base for exploring the island. Sharon is very accommodating also, would stay again!
See more
E
Emma
2 weeks ago
5 m Class B
With pets
I loved camping in my van with my two dogs at Afton Park! Madge and Neil were so kind and helpful - nothing was too difficult for them. Literally the only thing I could say a word against was the mosquitoes, but they were only bad for one night and then they vanished! Nothing we couldn't handle 😄 A lovely quiet and peaceful stay, only 10 minutes from the beach. Could not recommend highly enough!
See more
J
Joshua
2 weeks ago
4 m Class B
Amazing will definitely visit again there is just so much room and peace. Was so unexpectedly amazing
See more
Ryan
2 weeks ago
6 m pop-up camper
With pets
Wonderful hosts, beautiful views, and all alone due to the size of the paddocks.
2 minute drive to a wonderful surf beach that's super quite (end of the road past the winery).
Will absolutely return!
See moreN
Niki
2 weeks ago
18 m travel trailer
With kids
We absolutely loved our stay at Sharon & Richie’s hip camp! It was so beautiful and peaceful. Richie went out of his way to ensure we found a great spot on his property. We wished we could have stayed longer, it was our favourite spot we stayed in on our recent trip!
See more
S
Sharyn
2 weeks ago
6 m Class B
Madges Hipcamp is close to ocean grove/Barwon heads and much of the bellarine. Madge provided clean toilet facilities and a camp kitchen with sink and water, mozzie repellents, cleaning goods. There were rubbish and recycling bins, and fireplaces, one of which was stacked up with wood. The sites are huge and flat with nice shade trees around the outside of the field. There are only four sites to a very large area. Plenty of room to spread out.
See more
S
Summer
3 weeks ago
Tent
We had an absolutely amazing stay at the park. The place is very peaceful and secure. There are a lot of horses and other farm animals that added to the charm of the place. We definitely love to come back!
See moreK
Kim
3 weeks ago
Tent
Richie and Sharon are amazing hosts, all their spots are highly recommended. Amazing views and close to the winery.
See moreS
Summer
3 weeks ago
Tent
With pets
A beautiful and peaceful campsite. The owner, Jenny, is also very nice and generous.
See more
G
Glynis
November 2025
7 m Class A
Beautifully clean facilities
We enjoyed the indoor pool - lovely and warm
Friendly receptionist
See more
Yijing
November 2025
Tent
With pets
We really enjoyed our stay. The horses were beautiful to watch, and the campsite was clean and well maintained. Our little white dog even went home looking cleaner than we expected!
He also became great friends with Jenny’s dog, which absolutely made our day.
Thanks for hosting us, Jenny - we’ll definitely recommend your place and we’d love to return.
See more
C
Craig
November 2025
4 m pop-up camper
With pets
We had a wonderful stay at Kiernan Park Equestrian Centre. Being surrounded by such beautiful countryside, horses, roos and rabbits, it was beyond relaxing. We had a couple of great nights around the fire too. Jenny was the perfect host, taking care of us and chatting whilst our doggos played. Jenny's doggo, Whiz, is gorgeous. We'll definitely be back when we're exploring the Yarra Valley again. Highly recommended.
See more
Monica
September 2025
Tent
With pets
My Mini Schnauzer and I loved camping at Kiernan. Jenny and team were super friendly. It was really lovely walking around seeing all the horses and nice and peaceful!
There is an available fire pit for each camp too!
See moreR
Ricardo
June 2025
8 m travel trailer
Relaxing time at Jenny's place! Even the soft rain added to our calm and quiet time. Beautiful property and surroundings, nice to watch the roos and horses wandering around. And Jenny has so many stories and experiences to share! Gracias Jenny!
See moreG
Greg
April 2025
8 m travel trailer
Loved our stay! Jenny was super accommodating and we greatly enjoyed the time in nature, spotting kangaroos and spending time with the horses. Spent some time visiting Warburton. Thanks Jenny, we will definitely be coming back!
See moreB
Brooke
April 2025
6 m travel trailer
Anchor Belle is such a great place to stay. It is in a great location. The amenities at the property are really good and the staff are super friendly.
See more
