The best luxury caravan campgrounds near Warrnambool, Victoria

Surrounded by sandy beaches, Southern Ocean views, and sunken shipwrecks (this is the Shipwreck Coast, after all), Warrnambool makes a fun stopover along the Great Ocean Road. Discover the coast’s seafaring history at the Flagstaff Hill Maritime Village, get on the water at the Lake Pertobe Adventure Park, then head down to the coast to swim and snorkel at Killarney Beach or spot whales from Logans Beach. Camping options are plentiful, whether you check into a family-friendly holiday park or caravan park, rent a cosy cabin, or escape to a tranquil Hipcamp in the heart of the bush.

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Top-rated campgrounds

Surrounded by sandy beaches, Southern Ocean views, and sunken shipwrecks (this is the Shipwreck Coast, after all), Warrnambool makes a fun stopover along the Great Ocean Road. Discover the coast’s seafaring history at the Flagstaff Hill Maritime Village, get on the water at the Lake Pertobe Adventure Park, then head down to the coast to swim and snorkel at Killarney Beach or spot whales from Logans Beach. Camping options are plentiful, whether you check into a family-friendly holiday park or caravan park, rent a cosy cabin, or escape to a tranquil Hipcamp in the heart of the bush.

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Top-rated campgrounds

1. NRMA Port Campbell Holiday Park

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51km from Warrnambool · 118 sites · Tents, RVs, Lodging · Port Campbell, VIC

It’s one of Australia’s most iconic drives, where a dramatic limestone coastline is dotted with sleepy seaside towns. Your Great Ocean Road getaway awaits, and NRMA Port Campbell Holiday Park is the perfect base for adventure. Tucked in a quiet corner beside the beach and Port Campbell Creek, the scene is set for total relaxation. Think sunsets over reedy wetlands teeming with life. Comfy accommodation beside the creek or a spacious campsite metres from the sand. A friendly coastal village within walking distance, where local flavours are served fresh. Crystal clear waters to cool off in, and a jetty over the ocean to dangle a line. This will be a holiday to remember in a place made for making memories. NRMA Port Campbell Holiday Park is located in the village of Port Campbell on the iconic Great Ocean Road. It’s a four-and-a-half-hour drive from Melbourne via the Great Ocean Road, or three-hours via the inland M1 highway. The park is scenically located beside the beach and Port Campbell Creek, with the shops and restaurants of Port Campbell within walking distance.

2. Twelve Apostles Motel & Country Retreat

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61km from Warrnambool · 18 sites · RVs, Lodging · Princetown, VIC

Twelve Apostles Motel & Country Retreat offers fully air-conditioned rooms and pet-friendly rooms with free Wi-Fi and a flat-screen TV. It is only 3-minute drive from the world-famous Twelve Apostles and 12 Apostles Visitor Information Centre and 4-minute drive to the Gibson Step and beach. Loch Ard Gorge is just 7 kilometers away. Please kindly note due to the pandemic the onsite restaurant has been closed. The nearest restaurants and stores are located in Port Campbell, about 15 15-minute drive. Meanwhile, self-check-in and check-out are now available. All rooms, 9 motel rooms, and 4 cottages include a fridge, microwave, heater, electric blanket, private bathroom, and car parking. A kettle and toast, coffee, tea, and milk are provided. There are some wildlife animals around the property, which guests may see in different seasons, such as kangaroos, koalas, wombats, and birds. The property is particularly loved by families, couples, kids, and people with pets. Amenities: - BBQ Area - Pet friendly - Non-Smoking Property - WiFi Internet - Children Play Area - Non-Smoking Rooms - Café - Air-Conditioning - Garden - Mini Fridge - Room Service - TV

3. Lakes and Craters Holiday Park

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57km from Warrnambool · 3 sites · Tents, RVs · Camperdown, VIC

Set on a ridge between the two magnificent lakes of Lake Bullen Merri and Lake Gnotuk, Camperdown’s Lakes and Craters Holiday Park offers panoramic views of the surrounding Lakes and Craters country. The Park is located within an Arboretum and adjacent Botanic Gardens, featuring majestic heritage listed Oaks and Elms and other exotic trees from around the world, including rare and endangered specimens. The Lakes and Craters Holiday Park is located at 220 Park Rd Camperdown and features 7 cabins, 15 annual sites, 61 powered and 25 unpowered camping sites at very affordable prices. The park is also pet-friendly. There is a great camp kitchen, interactive children’s playground, laundry and amenities block. There are also additional barbecues located in the beautiful surroundings of the Guilfoyle Botanic Gardens. Facilities Camp Fire Braziers Children’s Playground Laundry Speed Queen Washers and Dryers Large Double sinks Irons and ironing boards Dishwashing area Enjoy a well-appointed Camp Kitchen featuring: Dining tables in a beautiful outdoor setting, stainless steel electric hotplates, a full size fridge, electric stove/oven, microwave, toaster and electric jug. Other features include a large plasma TV, hot and cold water, dishwashing liquid and scourers, power points for charging mobile phones etc Assisted Bathroom Amenities Block; Hot Showers with change area Clean Toilets Mirrored vanities Hand soap and dryers Outdoor Adventure Hiking, Cycling, Water and more Camperdown’s lakes and mounts offer the opportunity to indulge in a vast range of outdoor pursuits. Fishing Camperdown is a great base for taking advantage of a variety of fishing locations including Lake Bullen Merri and Lake Purrumbete. Cycling The Camperdown-Timboon Rail Trail starts at Naroghid, just near Lake Bullen Merri (Naroghid Road Camperdown). Also in the area are cycling trails in Terang and Forrest. Hiking Camperdown is the ideal base for your hiking adventures in the South West. There are many walking trails in Camperdown and close surrounds, but we’re also conveniently located to both the Great Ocean Road (53km) and Grampians (110km) regions. Water-based activities Kayaking, Boating, Canoeing, Yachting, Jet Skiing and more.

4. NRMA Portland Bay Holiday Park

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77km from Warrnambool · 125 sites · Tents, RVs, Lodging · Portland, VIC

Perched on a quiet clifftop with sweeping views of the Southern Ocean, NRMA Portland Bay Holiday Park is your gateway to history, wildlife and adventure. From World Heritage-listed Indigenous sites and colonial-era streets to fur seals, game fishing and whale watching, this is a Portland caravan park that puts you close to all the action. After exploring, unwind in a self-contained cabin or spacious caravan and camping site and soak up the peace. With school holiday activities for the kids and a friendly local team, you’ll feel right at home between every adventure NRMA Portland Bay Holiday Park is located on the southwest coast of Victoria at the western gateway to the Great Ocean Road. It’s a four-hour-drive from Melbourne and six hours from Adelaide, making it an ideal meeting place for families and friends. The park is situated on a scenic clifftop overlooking the bay, within easy walking distance from the cafes and shops of Portland.

5. NRMA Warrnambool Riverside Holiday Park

7.4km from Warrnambool · 82 sites · Tents, RVs, Lodging · Allansford, VIC

In a quiet rural setting on the banks of the Hopkins River you’ll find NRMA Warrnambool Riverside Holiday Park - a Warrnambool caravan park that’s close to town but far from the crowds. Everything you need for a relaxing and easy coastal getaway is right here – including year-round fun for the kids. They’ll delight in our waterslide, playground and mini golf course, and our school holiday activities will keep them busy. That’ll free you up to relax at our indoor or outdoor pool or take a rod down to the river to cast a line from the jetty. You might just return with an estuary perch to cook up at our communal barbecue area. And when it comes to exploring our coastal surroundings, our friendly team is on-site to help plan your adventure.

Stories from the community

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Sharla

3 weeks ago

Tent

With pets

1 night at Lakes and Craters Holiday Park

The place was easy to find and get to , with beautiful on the hill views looking down onto the surrounding lakes and hills. Well facilitated with clean toitles , showers, laundry and shared kitchen which have ramps for easy access. There is a bp down the road and for $5 you can hire a fire pit ( you need to souce your own wood) . The entrance has a boom gate to keep your camp safe. I camped with a my dog and bird.

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Brittany

November 2025

5 m Class B

1 night at NRMA Portland Bay Holiday Park

Lovely park! We were there for only 1 night, and it had clean facilities! Bathrooms were very clean, hot water was hot, had a clean laundry room! Definitely would love spending more then 1 night there!

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Brittany

November 2025

5 m Class B

1 night at NRMA Port Campbell Holiday Park

It was easy to get to! Was easy to get into the park with all the info sent to me by email. Fast and easy! Only thing was the men's bathroom was not clean when my partner went in.

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Sophie

November 2025

5 m car

1 night at Twelve Apostles Motel & Country Retreat

Lovely staff, lots of room, nice view with cows in next paddock.

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Ramila

September 2025

Tent

With kids

3 nights at NRMA Port Campbell Holiday Park

The site is well-organised and features a lovely communal kitchen. The toilets are clean, and the location is excellent , it is just a short walk to the beach and nearby restaurants. The only downside is that it can get very windy at times. During our stay, the wind was strong enough to almost blow our tent away, and the slightly wet ground made it difficult for the pegs to hold securely. It’s something to keep in mind that bringing sandbags and heavy-duty metal pegs could help improve tent stability. If in caravan or camper van it’s no stress.

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Peter

September 2025

5 m Class B

Weekend Trip to NRMA Portland Bay Holiday Park

Had a great time here, there was a really good community feel with evening fire pit, music and footy.

Shane

September 2025

7 m travel trailer

1 night at NRMA Portland Bay Holiday Park

Lovely spot to base yourself while exploring Portland. Great hosts. Camp kitchen, communal fire pit, Webber BBQ pizza oven etc.

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Theresa

July 2025

Tent

Weekend Trip to Lakes and Craters Holiday Park

Facilities are super well maintained! The park is spotless. It was so peaceful, I felt bad we just stayed overnight. Will definitely come back! The nearby lookout is fantastic. I’m

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Brodie

May 2025

5 m car

Weekend Trip to Twelve Apostles Motel & Country Retreat

Beautiful spot with great hosts. About a 3 minute drive to the 12 apostles. Would recommend to a mate.

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Sarah

March 2025

4 m Class B

1 night at Twelve Apostles Motel & Country Retreat

This was a very friendly site. The Manager was very friendly & kind. Pointing out the koala sleeping in the tree at reception. It was a bonus to have toilets available 7am to 10pm. Very convenient for Twelve Apostles (a 2 mile walk for those like me that like the exercise. Try to plan sunset there as the pictures can be stunning. The site was large, flat & mowed. Very quiet.

Lee

March 2025

6 m Class A

Weekend Trip to Twelve Apostles Motel & Country Retreat

We had two off-grid vans and the area was perfect, a nice outlook, quiet and very handy to the Twelve Apostles.

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Glen

January 2025

6 m Class B

Weekend Trip to Twelve Apostles Motel & Country Retreat

Super close to the 12 Apostles , friendly hosts, clean and quiet big green level paddock to park up in for the night.

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Trent

January 2025

5 m car

1 night at Twelve Apostles Motel & Country Retreat

Great stop over for us in our rooftop tent. Sites were well maintained and was a lovely quiet property with great views.

Hayley

January 2025

5 m Class B

1 night at Twelve Apostles Motel & Country Retreat

Great stay right at the twelve apostles. The host was lovely and welcoming. The weather was not great but we were able to position ourselves near some big trees to block the wind as best as possible.

View from our van. Plenty of room for other vans too.

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Maria

January 2025

10 m travel trailer

With pets

2 nights at Twelve Apostles Motel & Country Retreat

This camp site was a short 5 minute drive to the information centre and coastal viewing areas of the Twelve Apostles. We found the proximity to the Great Ocean Road to be very convenient. It has a very large area available for setting up your self contained vehicle. The area is quiet and peaceful in a farm like setting with view of the fields.

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Maria

January 2025

7 m Class A

2 nights at Twelve Apostles Motel & Country Retreat

There was plenty of room for several different vans with lots of open space with views of the farm. Very quiet and peaceful and just off the Great Ocean Rd. Very close to some major viewing areas of the 12 Apostles.

Maria Theresa

January 2025

7 m Class A

With kids

2 nights at Twelve Apostles Motel & Country Retreat

Apart from the road leading to the site everything was perfect. We saw a 🐨 on site and kangaroos at neighboring fields. The host was highly helpful and attentive to our needs. Would definitely recommend. Further to this we were minutes away from the trail to Gibson steps and 12 apostles

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Ella

December 2024

5 m car

1 night at Twelve Apostles Motel & Country Retreat

Hosts were friendly and checked in on us to make sure we were happy with our campsite, and even made sure we had plenty of shade and even ground. Bonus points for the puppy dog too

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Chris

December 2024

5 m car

1 night at Twelve Apostles Motel & Country Retreat

Perfect location to Twelve Apostles in 3 mins. Decent place for car camping.

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Ricky

December 2024

5 m car

Weekend Trip to Twelve Apostles Motel & Country Retreat

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The best luxury caravan camping near Warrnambool guide

Where to go

Shipwreck Coast

The 130km section of the Great Ocean Road from Port Fairy through Warrnambool to Cape Otway is named for its treacherous rocks and crashing waves, and it’s full of dramatic ocean vistas. Stop to admire the Twelve Apostles' rock formations, hike the coastal cliffs of the Great Ocean Walk, and spot koalas and kangaroos at the Tower Hill Wildlife Reserve. Campers have plenty of options, including non-powered sites at the Port Campbell National Park campground.

Great Ocean Road

Continuing east along the Great Ocean Road from Cape Otway, the first stop is the Great Otway National Park, where the first-come, first-served campsites are ideally situated for bushwalking and wildlife watching. Stop to admire the views at Apollo Bay and hike to the waterfalls around Lorne, before arriving at the famous surf beaches of Torquay.

Grampians National Park

Just over an hour’s drive north of Warrnambool, the craggy peaks, waterfalls, and vibrant wildflowers of Grampians National Park make for some spectacular hikes. Camping options are just varied, so take your pick from motorhome and caravan sites, comfy cabin and chalet rentals, and glamping tents. Or head into the wild and go bush camping along the trails.

When to go

Summer is peak season for road-trippers along the Great Ocean Road, but as one of Australia’s most famous drives, traffic can be a problem. Driving the road in an easterly direction from Warrnambool is a smart way to dodge the day-trippers coming from Melbourne. Alternatively, visit out of season—it’s often still warm enough to swim and surf in late spring and early autumn, while winter (June through September) is whale-watching season.