The best camping near Mitchell River National Park
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Wattle Point Farm
7 sites · RVs, Tents126 acres · 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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Briagalong Bush Getaway
5 sites · Lodging, RVs, Tents40 acres · Briagolong, VIC
Briagolong Bush Getaways is 40 acres of peaceful bush land.
Many, many moons ago the property use to be a tobacco farm. The original house use to be at the top camp site but was burnt down in the 1960's. A small cottage was then built and lived in for the next
10 years, while the original owner made mud bricks by hand and built the house, that is currently our home. All built by hand more than 42 years ago!
Here, you have several fantastic camp areas to choose from, some with access to amenities, some for self-contained campers. We've also recently started offering the mudbrick house for rent! A great option for a warmer stay in the Victorian winter, or if you are a large group and some want to camp whereas others want more comfort.
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Mt Alfred Camping and Horse Riding
1 site · RV, Tent110 acres · Flaggy Creek, VIC
The farm backs onto the Mt Alfred State Forest and is close to the beautiful Mitchell River National park. Mt Alfred is a fantastic forest with many great tracks to explore on horse back, mountain bike or on foot. Horses and dogs are welcome.
There is plenty of space on a large, grassy flat area for camping and parking.
There are paddocks for horses and a guide is available.
The farm and surrounding bush is an Owl habitat and the property has an amazing abundance of bird life.
It is just 25 minutes from Bairnsdale and the Gippsland lakes where you can explore the beautiful beaches and walking tracks.
There are shops available for basic supplies within 10 minutes.
We have a fire pit for you to light a campfire.
There is a drop toilet and shower.
Please take all rubbish with you on departure.
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Forge Creek Farm Stay
8 sites · Lodging, RVs, Tents15 acres · Bairnsdale, VIC
Come and Enjoy country life for one night or more with beautiful views of Macleod Morass Wetlands. Lots of animals to enjoy, including cows, sheep, chickens and kangaroos. Lots of 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.
Fire pits and firewood available on request at extra Cost
Please advise prior to arrival if required.
Farm Fresh Chicken Eggs (Bum Nuts) available.
Must abide by the currant fire restrictions.
Can provide a IBC water tank to your site with Tap outlet to connect to your van.
Pets welcome, dogs must be kept on 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.
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Lakes Bushland Caravan Park
38 sites · RVs, Tents32 acres · Nicholson, VIC
Lakes Bushland Caravan and Lifestyle Park is set on 32 acres located in Nicholson, Victoria. Offering a quiet, bush caravan park with facilities to ensure all guests have the opportunity to relax, unwind and make quality memories.
The park is located close to the Gippsland Rail Trail and the Gippsland Lakes and Rivers.
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Squatters Run farm
3 sites · RVs125 acres · Glenaladale, VIC
Squatters Run is a 123 acre working beef and lamb farm in the foothills of the Alpine National Park.
Approximately 25 acres is dense subtropical bushland with the picturesque Iguana creek running through it, making it great to explore or watch the local wildlife.
The camping area is surrounded by beautiful redbox trees, some dated to over 300 yrs old and has stunning views of the highcountry to the north and the Gippsland lakes in the south.
Ideally located it is 57kms to the iconic Dargo pub and just 75kms to Lakes Entrance.
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Grassvale Farm Retreat EST. 1900
5 sites · RVs, Tents250 acres · Wuk Wuk, VIC
We border the Mitchell river with the farm so there are about 1 km of secluded banks to sit or swim from if you want to just stay put.
For those wanting pure relaxation, meditation, and soul grounding. We can personally show you some tremendous places on the farm to go within. Pure solace is something that many take for granted. Use our pyramid to draw in Quantum/etheric energy, go to the top of our crystal hill and feel the energies. There is so much to be thankful for when you can release in these spaces. Alternatively sit amongst the cows and feel their energy surround you as their curious nature brings them in closer and closer until they relax around you.
Alternatively if you want to chill with a beer on the river bank and try for some bass, or watch the eastern water dragons play in the sun and water, then that’s a great way to unwind, or soak up the sun rays as it drops below the horizon on the crystal hill or rolling flood plains. A personal favourite of a campfire and a few drinks with the stars is a great way to unwind when you have so much space and privacy. The sites are located next to our rental lodge where we sometimes do retreats, or holiday let it as well. The privacy is wonderful if that's what you are looking for.
A walk each morning from one end of the farm where you will stay to the other and back is a leisurely 2kms so maybe that is your morning start, but walk the lanes and check the fences and cows while you're at it please 🙂, ticks a job for us while your relaxing.
Want to learn about the history of the area? Well a session with us will teach you everything didn't know about the Dargo High Plains, the mountain cattlemen of the high country and much more. Take advantage of your time to enjoy the history of the area and the wonderful past times enjoyed.
What is available off farm?
Number one, the pub with great counter meals is across the river, 5kms away. Lindenow Farmers Hotel is iconic in its design and history, the reputed Lindenow Long Paddock Cafe is also a few hundred metres from the pub, and the Post Office and Store have all your essentials. Need a few more things? Bairnsdale is 24kms away from the farm and offers all you need. Lakes Entrance is about 40 mins for a day out on the beach. Paynesville around 30 mins.
If you want to venture up into the mountains then why not go through Dargo just 45 mins and up onto Mt Hotham (Summer only) via the Dargo High Plains. It’s a great track and on occasions I take people up for a guided tour and secret camp spots on my yearly run up there for my own relax time.
East Gippsland in general is a wonderful region to stop and relax during all seasons but especially summer with the water activities available, the camping in the high country, and the markets that abound the area.
How do I get to be on this great farm?
Well I am glad you asked! Just contact us through this website!
Looking forward to meeting you and welcoming you onto our family farm of 124 years.
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Dargo Valley Views
1 site · RV, Tent45 acres · Dargo, VIC
Please email me at paul@bdbconstructions.com.au before booking.
Great place to base yourself to start all your adventures of the dargo high planes.
The property is located three kilometres to the iconic dargo pub and river inn, dargo and Wonnangatta rivers ready to explore close by, 4x4 tracks, fishing, mountain biking and bush walking, hunting or just somewhere to camp, flushing toilet.
Please email me at paul@bdbconstructions.com.au
Before just booking, I’m having trouble with this website with regards to bookings.
Or call me Paul 0417511787
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The Tea Rooms
1 site · RV, Tent100 acres · Boisdale, VIC
10 acre bush paddock with plenty of wild life, space to spread out, privatise, a stones through from 4wd tracks and river and only 15 min from Maffra
A tin/timber frame shed full of character with kitchenette, running wate, hot shower and flushing toilets. Situated on the edge of Avon wilderness offers the opportunity for bush walking and 4 wheel driving.
Plenty of space for group bookings or individual and have the full use of the Tea Room shed to yourself with the added bonus of inside fire, pool table and combustion wood stove.
The ideal spot to set up base and explore/ 4wd knowing your going to be the only ones there.
15 minute drive to maffra for all your shopping needs, close to local wineries, brewery, Newry golf corse and pubs.
We are open to bigger group bookings if contact through msg.
No motorbike riding on the property but it's a 2min ride to the state park where there are plenty of single tracks.
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Parsons Flat River Barn & Glamping
5 sites · Lodging, Tents60 acres · Dargo, VIC
Parsons Flat River Bar Glamping offers a River Barn and 2 Glamping tents.
Experience the charm of our riverside glamping tent, a hidden oasis nestled along the Dargo River. Immerse yourself in the tranquility of this secluded retreat, seamlessly blending the beauty of the great outdoors with comfort.
Or relax in the luxury of our river barn, a fully self contained holiday retreat.
Surrounded by a thriving wildlife sanctuary, which includes kangaroos, wallabies, deer, and a vibrant array of birds, this picturesque setting captures nature's embrace at its peak. Witness the enchantment of platypus and trout in the river, adding a magical touch to your stay.
Strategically positioned near the Dargo River Inn and Dargo Pub, your evenings promise delightful dining experiences. The adjacent Dargo Store ensures your day commences with a hearty breakfast and offers tempting lunchtime delights.
For the convenience and comfort of the glampers, essential amenities such as a toilet and shower are in close proximity. Furthermore, a communal camp kitchen awaits, complete with a 6-Burner BBQ, a cast-iron camp oven (fire-heated), a fridge, toaster, and kettle—bringing the joy of outdoor cooking to your fingertips.
Escape to this riverside retreat, where the soothing sounds of the flowing river and the gentle breeze create the perfect backdrop for your glamping adventure.
Kindly note that there is another private accommodation on-site, and our attentive owners are also present to ensure your stay is both enjoyable and personalised.
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Pete's Paradise
1 site · RV, Tent15 acres · Sale, VIC
We are a working farm with cattle. The property features dense forest, sparse forest and open paddocks.
The farm has calves which are hand fed, lots of birdlife, a dam for canoeing, and a pontoon on the dam for sunbaking. Our property is located close to Mt Baw Baw, 1.5 hours from Mt Hotham, and 40 mins to beach.
Sit around the campfire in the evenings and enjoy a little star gazing.
This campsite suits self-contained campers who bring their own camping toilet/shower. There is access to a drinking water supply. There is a shelter with a basic kitchen including an oven, cooktop burner and a dishwashing station. The kitchen has a pot belly fireplace to keep warm.
We ask that you leave no trace and take all rubbish and belongings with you. During wet weather our paddocks do get a bit boggy so please send me a message to discuss, if you're unsure about your vehicle.
We're located close to the snowies for all your mountain and snow adventures. Mountain bike riding and National Parks nearby, enjoy a quiet weekend or as busy as you like.
Well behaved pets welcome.
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Unique Waterfront - Lake Glenmaggie
18 sites · RVs, Tents97 acres · Glenmaggie, VIC
Unique Waterfront camping on beautiful Lake Glenmaggie in Gippsland.
Our 97 acres has 1.5 kms of waterfront with open spaces and bushland and you are welcome to choose which spot you wish to set up camp. Set up camp right on the water's edge or higher on the hill.
You can enjoy direct access to the Lake, feel free to leave your boat/ski in the water so you can enjoy that early morning glassy water ski, canoe, SUP, swim or fish. Please note: Water level varies all year round.
You might even see our kangaroos that frequent our property which is Land for Wildlife accredited.
Fishing, water sports or just going for a walk around the bluff are just a snippet of what we have on offer. Such a special piece of paradise.
Close to the hills, where you can enjoy motorbike riding (no motorbikes to be ridden on the property), horse riding, Blores Hill Mountain Bike Park, and more.
Heyfield Township is just 8 minutes away and there are a number of local wineries close by, plus a great pump track. Lots to explore! Or, just chill and enjoy the peace and serenity of our wonderful property.
# please note all children aged under 4 stay for free
# Must have own camping toilet
# Limited fire pits are available on request.
# Firewood available for purchase.
Glenmaggie is in the middle of everywhere.
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The best camping near Mitchell River National Park guide
Overview
About
Mitchell River National Park beckons adventurers with its stunning gorges, serene rainforest gullies, and rich Aboriginal cultural heritage. Explore the park's diverse landscapes, from the Den of Nargun's mystical allure to the thrilling whitewater rapids of the Mitchell River. Campers can immerse themselves in nature at several campgrounds offering basic facilities and panoramic views.
Notable campgrounds
- Billy Goat Bend: A scenic spot for camping with basic amenities and breathtaking views of the Mitchell River Gorge.
- Angusvale: Offers easy car and river access, complete with toilets and fireplaces for a comfortable stay.
- Woolshed Creek: A basic campsite along the Mitchell River Walking Track, ideal for those seeking solitude amid nature.
Tips for snagging a campsite
- Book well in advance, especially during peak seasons, to secure your preferred campsite.
- Consider visiting during off-peak times for better availability and a quieter experience.
- Keep an eye on the Parks Victoria website for any cancellations or newly available spots.
- Explore nearby camping options if your first choice is fully booked.
When to go
The best time to visit Mitchell River National Park is during autumn and spring when the weather is mild and the natural beauty is at its peak. Summer offers extended days for camping and swimming, while winter's cooler temperatures are perfect for hiking without the crowds.
Know before you go
- Check for any track closures due to severe weather damage before your visit.
- Be prepared for limited mobile phone reception within the park.
- Remember that fires are only permitted under certain conditions and on non-Total Fire Ban days.
- Assistance dogs are welcome, but other pets are not permitted in the park.
- Accessibility varies across the park, with some areas requiring a 4WD to navigate.
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