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Gilwell Park Adventure Centre

Hosted by Gilwell · Gembrook, Victoria
18 sites · Tent, Lodging · 460 acres
91%
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50 reviews
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Family-friendly
Recent Hipcampers say this Hipcamp is great for families and kids.
Creature comforts
Enjoy the comforts of home at some sites—including flush toilets, showers, and a kitchen.
Bush Campsites, no power but drinking water available. Enter through Gate 9 on arrival. Nestled amidst the picturesque landscapes of the Dandenong Ranges, Gilwell Park stands as a quintessential haven for outdoor enthusiasts and those seeking a retreat into nature's embrace. Located just 1-hour away from Melbournes bustling CBD, Gilwell Park is renowned for its rich history and its role as a premier destination for Scouting and for outdoor education in the State of Victoria. Surrounded by lush greenery and flourishing flora, this idyllic setting offers a perfect blend of tranquillity and nature. Whether you are a Scouts enthusiast, an outdoor adventurer, or someone yearning for a peaceful escape, Gilwell Park beckons with its charm and the promise of an immersive experience in the heart of Victoria's natural beauty.

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7 sites
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Bush Campsite 1 - R Block

92%
(18)
Tent site · Sleeps 6
Our campsites at Gilwell Park offer the perfect blend of adventure and natural beauty. Nestled in the heart of the Australian bush, they provide a peaceful escape surrounded by towering trees and native wildlife. Whether you're pitching a tent under the stars or gathering around a campfire with friends, our campsites are designed to suit groups of all sizes. With easy access to our Bouldering Park and Ninja Warrior Course, there's always an exciting challenge nearby. Experience the thrill of the outdoors and create lasting memories — because at Gilwell Park, this is where your next adventure starts.
Campfires allowed
Toilet
Potable water
No pets
Showers
Picnic table
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Campsite H - Enter Through Gate 9

90%
(15)
Tent site · Sleeps 10
Unpowered Bush Campsites, include drinking water and bathroom facilities. Our campsites at Gilwell Park offer the perfect blend of adventure and natural beauty. Nestled in the heart of the Australian bush, they provide a peaceful escape surrounded by towering trees and native wildlife. Whether you're pitching a tent under the stars or gathering around a campfire with friends, our campsites are designed to suit groups of all sizes. With easy access to our Ninja Warrior Course and Bush Hut Building, there's always an exciting challenge nearby if required. Experience the outdoors and create lasting memories. These campsites allow access to the nearby facilities, they do not allow access to the Western side of the park (across Gembrook-Launching place Road) or facilities on Swallowfield Road.
Campfires allowed
Toilet
Potable water
No pets
Showers
Picnic table
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Bush Campsite 2 - R - Enter Gate 9

75%
(8)
Tent site · Sleeps 6
Our campsites at Gilwell Park offer the perfect blend of adventure and natural beauty. Nestled in the heart of the Australian bush, they provide a peaceful escape surrounded by towering trees and native wildlife. Whether you're pitching a tent under the stars or gathering around a campfire with friends, our campsites are designed to suit groups of all sizes. With easy access to our Bouldering Park and Ninja Warrior Course, there's always an exciting challenge nearby. Experience the thrill of the outdoors and create lasting memories — because at Gilwell Park, this is where your next adventure starts.
Campfires allowed
Toilet
Potable water
No pets
Showers
Picnic table
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Bush Campsite 4 - R Block

100%
(8)
Tent site · Sleeps 6
Our campsites at Gilwell Park offer the perfect blend of adventure and natural beauty. Nestled in the heart of the Australian bush, they provide a peaceful escape surrounded by towering trees and native wildlife. Whether you're pitching a tent under the stars or gathering around a campfire with friends, our campsites are designed to suit groups of all sizes. With easy access to our Bouldering Park and Ninja Warrior Course, there's always an exciting challenge nearby. Experience the thrill of the outdoors and create lasting memories — because at Gilwell Park, this is where your next adventure starts.
Campfires allowed
Toilet
Potable water
No pets
Showers
Picnic table
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Bush Campsite 6 - R Block

83%
(6)
Tent site · Sleeps 6
Our campsites at Gilwell Park offer the perfect blend of adventure and natural beauty. Nestled in the heart of the Australian bush, they provide a peaceful escape surrounded by towering trees and native wildlife. Whether you're pitching a tent under the stars or gathering around a campfire with friends, our campsites are designed to suit groups of all sizes. With easy access to our Bouldering Park and Ninja Warrior Course, there's always an exciting challenge nearby. Experience the thrill of the outdoors and create lasting memories — because at Gilwell Park, this is where your next adventure starts.
Campfires allowed
Toilet
Potable water
No pets
Showers
Picnic table
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Bush Campsite 3 - R Block

90%
(5)
Tent site · Sleeps 6
Our campsites at Gilwell Park offer the perfect blend of adventure and natural beauty. Nestled in the heart of the Australian bush, they provide a peaceful escape surrounded by towering trees and native wildlife. Whether you're pitching a tent under the stars or gathering around a campfire with friends, our campsites are designed to suit groups of all sizes. With easy access to our Bouldering Park and Ninja Warrior Course, there's always an exciting challenge nearby. Experience the thrill of the outdoors and create lasting memories — because at Gilwell Park, this is where your next adventure starts.
Campfires allowed
Toilet
Potable water
No pets
Showers
Picnic table
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Bush Campsite 5 - R Block

88%
(4)
Tent site · Sleeps 6
Our campsites at Gilwell Park offer the perfect blend of adventure and natural beauty. Nestled in the heart of the Australian bush, they provide a peaceful escape surrounded by towering trees and native wildlife. Whether you're pitching a tent under the stars or gathering around a campfire with friends, our campsites are designed to suit groups of all sizes. With easy access to our Bouldering Park and Ninja Warrior Course, there's always an exciting challenge nearby. Experience the thrill of the outdoors and create lasting memories — because at Gilwell Park, this is where your next adventure starts.
Campfires allowed
Toilet
Potable water
No pets
Showers
Picnic table

Lodging

2 sites
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The Lodge

100%
(1)
Cabin · Sleeps 8
One of the most historic and cherished buildings on the campsite, The Lodge is a charming cottage that sleeps up to 8 guests. It features a cosy main room with a fireplace, along with a well-equipped kitchen and dining area. Full of rustic charm and antique Scouting memorabilia, The Lodge offers a unique and nostalgic atmosphere. Conveniently located near the main gates, it provides easy access to the activities precinct.
Campfires allowed
Toilet
Potable water
No pets
Showers
Picnic table
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Glamping Tent 1

Booked 6 times
Bell tent · Sleeps 5
Tucked among the tall trees of Gilwell Park, our new glamping tents offer a comfortable way to experience the bush without sacrificing the feeling of being outdoors. Each spacious canvas tent is thoughtfully set up with quality bedding, soft furnishings and plenty of room to relax, making it ideal for couples, families or small groups. Wake up to birdsong, enjoy the dappled light through the trees, and unwind at the end of the day in a calm, nature-filled setting. It’s an easy, laid-back stay that blends the charm of camping with a few well-earned comforts, all within the adventure-rich surrounds of Gilwell Park.
Campfires allowed
Toilet
Potable water
No pets
Showers
No picnic table

Reviews

91% Recommend80 Ratings · 50 reviews
Recommends
· April 2026
Tent ·
Campsite H - Enter Through Gate 9
Excellent site, really easy to find, and very good toilet facilities.
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Cameron M.
1 review
Not recommend
· April 2026
Tent ·
Campsite H - Enter Through Gate 9
Give accurate site details- not just camp anywhere at risk of double booking.
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Leroy F.
3 years on Hipcamp
Recommends
· April 2026
Excellent
Tent ·
Bush Campsite 3 - R Block
Lovely place, nice and peaceful. Camp site could have been a little flatter but great overall experience
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Glynn L.
2 reviews
Recommends
· April 2026
Tent ·
Bush Campsite 4 - R Block
Good campground. Have flush toilet and shower. Not too far from the town.
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Maii S.
5 reviews
Recommends
· April 2026
Tent · With kids ·
Bush Campsite 3 - R Block
Lovely Campsite. Clean SHower Toilets. 5 Star review
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Prasad S.
1 month on Hipcamp
Recommends
· April 2026
awesome place - hot showers🤝😂
Tent ·
Bush Campsite 6 - R Block
Very nice campsite👍nice set up and we also e joy the obstacles as well🙌
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Hai M.
2 reviews
Recommends
· April 2026
With kids ·
Glamping Tent 1
friendly staff and spacious area. Clean and well maintained
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Basheer Ali M.
1 month on Hipcamp
Mixed feelings
· March 2026
Tent ·
Bush Campsite 2 - R - Enter Gate 9
The amenities ate terrible. Bugs and spiders everywhere and poorly maintained..
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Dan A.
3 reviews
Recommends
· March 2026
Tent · With kids ·
Bush Campsite 4 - R Block
It was very quiet when we went which was nice, clean facilities, the bouldering wall is cool. Playgrounds are not really suitable for little kids, but we found a great playground on google maps 6 mins drive away. Would recommend.
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Scott L.
1 month on Hipcamp
Mixed feelings
· March 2026
Tent ·
Bush Campsite 3 - R Block
Overall it is great, however, the public camping sites here are close to the road, so if you are a light sleeper you will need earplugs.
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乐 音.
1 year on Hipcamp
Recommends
· February 2026
Tent ·
Bush Campsite 1 - R Block
It was awesome and beautiful environment. I hope to visit again. Thanks
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Jiwoon L.
2 reviews
Mixed feelings
· February 2026
Tent ·
Bush Campsite 5 - R Block
The site condition is good. Toilet and shower are clean. We had a great day here. The only thing is our site is bit close to the main road. You might be waken up by the car passing in the middle of the night.
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Jin Z.
10 reviews
Mixed feelings
· January 2026
Tent · With kids ·
Campsite H - Enter Through Gate 9
It was a great experience toilet and shower close by it was very amazing and the area was very tidy and coean
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Jasmine P.
3 months on Hipcamp
Mixed feelings
· January 2026
Tent ·
Bush Campsite 6 - R Block
Bathroom facilities need upgrade. Floors are wet and feell unsafe. Bugs and spiders everywhere
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Dan A.
3 reviews
Recommends
· January 2026
Tent · With kids ·
Campsite H - Enter Through Gate 9
Definitely a favourite place of ours. Have stayed at campsite A and the bush campsite. We enjoyed walking around the site and seeing some local wildlife. Great place to stay for new campers like us
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Shannara M.
4 months on Hipcamp
Recommends
· January 2026
Tent ·
Campsite H - Enter Through Gate 9
Great staff and clean facilities! I would definitely come back.
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Julie W.
2 reviews
Recommends
· January 2026
With kids ·
The Lodge
Went with the group of family and friends for the camping. Very good place for camping. Kids enjoyed a lot. Had booekd the lodge too. Clean lodge with enough utensils. Clean bathroom and toilet too. recommend this place
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Sandeep B.
2 reviews
Recommends
· January 2026
Tent · With kids ·
Campsite H - Enter Through Gate 9
Quiet site. Clean toilet and showers. Would return.
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Ben K.
1 year on Hipcamp
Recommends
· January 2026
Shady beauty of a spot!
Tent · With kids ·
Campsite H - Enter Through Gate 9
Stumbled across this absolute gem while looking for a last minute spot to take my three kids (7,5,5) and I could not have been happier. Great little walks without even leaving the grounds, the facilities look like they haven’t even been used and we will 100% be back! Topped off by really great, super welcoming staff, we cannot recommend highly enough.
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Ross H.
4 months on Hipcamp
Recommends
· January 2026
Awesome site for family camping…
Tent · With kids ·
Bush Campsite 1 - R Block
Excellent experience. Easy to find, good directions, pleasant spot. We really enjoyed the activities! As described. Will visit again.
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Joshua W.
4 reviews
Recommends
· January 2026
Tent ·
Campsite H - Enter Through Gate 9
One of the best campsites I've ever been to, peace and quiet, birds everywhere, toilets are very clean
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Mateusz S.
4 reviews
Recommends
· January 2026
Easy stop off!!
Tent ·
Bush Campsite 2 - R - Enter Gate 9
Great little spot with plenty of room. Once you snuggled in you barely noticed most of the traffic.
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Thorin R.
2 years on Hipcamp
Recommends
· January 2026
the best gem ever!
Tent · With kids ·
Campsite H - Enter Through Gate 9
Absolutely gorgeous! so beautiful, quiet and campsite well spaced apart, could hardly hear or see the campers at the site next to us. camp showers and toilets we're genuinely the best camp showers i've ever seen! so many little trails around that connect to larger trails- kurth kiln walk. (Watch for snakes, READ THE SIGNS and stay on trails as theres mineshafts outside the adventure park property) Will be coming back every year
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Milla D.
4 months on Hipcamp
Recommends
· December 2025
Tent · Group trip ·
Bush Campsite 2 - R - Enter Gate 9
Good camping experience. Calm place with clean toilets and showers
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Amandeep S.
4 months on Hipcamp
Recommends
· December 2025
Tent ·
Campsite H - Enter Through Gate 9
Excellent facility, perfect for families and campers
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Dan A.
3 reviews
Recommends
· December 2025
Under the tall trees
Tent · With kids ·
Bush Campsite 5 - R Block
Fantastic quiet spot cleared in the trees so we could camp. Close to the toilet and shower block, friendly helpful staff and the amenities at the scout camp are excellent. Can't wait to rebook.
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Sarah M.
2 reviews
Recommends
· December 2025
Tent · With kids ·
Bush Campsite 1 - R Block
Great little spot for "beginners" and those with kids. The activities like the ninja warrior course and the bouldering wall were a big hit. Yes, the camp spots are relatively close to the road but it wasn't an issue after dark. Staff on site were extremely helpful and welcoming.
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James C.
2 reviews
Recommends
· December 2025
Tent · With kids ·
Bush Campsite 4 - R Block
Great place to camp. Lots of space to explore. Staff very friendly and helpful
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Padraig B.
2 reviews
Not recommend
· December 2025
Noisy
Tent ·
Bush Campsite 2 - R - Enter Gate 9
I might have chosen a bad time to stay here. There was a tv show filming set and they were too loud even at 1am trucks and cars were driving around. The first night a group of guests decided to check in at 3:30 AM and set all their camping gear, which took them more than an hour, in the middle of the night, right next to my campsite. I thought it was a bit disrespectful. the next night they didn't respect quite hours it was midnight and they were shouting The campsites are right next to the road and it’s pretty busy, especially with motorbikes, so if you’re looking for a quiet getaway, you won’t find it here. Most sites are on a hill. The toilets and showers were great, clean and operational. Lots of firewood around and wifi available I’m usually not picky about campsites but that’s how I felt staying here.
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Luz I.
5 reviews
Recommends
· November 2025
Tent ·
Bush Campsite 6 - R Block
Great place to stay, good access to toilets and potable water, other campsites were close by which made it comfortable as first time campers. Rangers were super helpful with showing us around and even assisted us with bringing over a fire pit. Would highly recommend for anyone starting their camping journey!
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Vivian T.
2 reviews

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Gembrook, Victoria, AustraliaTo respect the Host's privacy, the precise address of this land will be provided after booking
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Joined in April 2025

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