Lakes & Craters Holiday Park

Perched on a ridge between the stunning volcanic lakes of Lake Bullen Merri and Lake Gnotuk, Lakes & Craters Holiday Park in Camperdown, Victoria, offers truly panoramic views of the unique "Lakes and Craters country." The park is ideally situated within an Arboretum and adjacent Botanic Gardens, featuring majestic heritage-listed Oaks and Elms, creating a beautiful and peaceful setting. This park is a perfect base for exploring the rich geological history and natural beauty of the region, as well as accessing the famous Great Ocean Road.

Facilities:

Lakes & Craters Holiday Park boasts a range of facilities designed for a comfortable and enjoyable stay:

Accommodation options: Cabins (Standard, Large, Two-Bedroom Cottages), powered caravan sites (61), and unpowered camping sites (25).
Camp Kitchen: Modern and well-appointed with dining tables, stainless steel electric hotplates, full-size fridge, electric stove/oven, microwave, toaster, kettle, large plasma TV, hot/cold water, and dishwashing liquid/scourers.
Children's Playground: Interactive equipment including swings, slides, climbing sets, and a sandpit.
Laundry Facilities: Featuring Speed Queen washers and dryers, large double sinks, irons, and ironing boards.
Amenities Blocks: Clean and modern, with hot showers, changing areas, toilets, and mirrored vanities. An assisted bathroom (disabled facilities) is also available.
BBQ Areas: Gas barbecues, including additional ones located in the Guilfoyle Botanic Gardens.
Pet-Friendly: Generally considered pet-friendly, but it's essential to confirm with management regarding specific rules and site availability for pets.
Free Wi-Fi.
Dump Point.
24-hour Front Desk/Express Check-in/Check-out.
Garden and Picnic Area.
Bookings and Tour Assistance.
Campfire Braziers: Available for hire, with bags of red gum also for purchase (check current fire restrictions).
Pedal Kart Hire.
Adjacent Golf Course: An 18-hole golf course is located next to the park.
Tennis Court: An outdoor tennis court.

Distance to Tourist Spots Nearby:

Lake Bullen Merri & Lake Gnotuk: Immediately adjacent to the park, offering superb fishing (rainbow trout, Chinook salmon), water skiing, jet skiing, sailing, and swimming when water levels permit.
Camperdown Botanic Gardens & Arboretum: Located within and adjacent to the park itself.
Gnotuk Lookout: Approximately 1.2 km (14-minute walk).
Mount Leura & Mount Sugarloaf: These iconic volcanic cones offer walking trails and panoramic views, with Mount Leura approximately 5.3 km (6-minute drive).
Camperdown-Timboon Rail Trail: Starts nearby (Naroghid, near Lake Bullen Merri), offering a 34km track ideal for cycling and hiking.
Camperdown Town Centre: Approximately 2-3 km (short drive), offering shops, cafes, and historical buildings like the Courthouse.
Port Campbell (Great Ocean Road & Twelve Apostles): Approximately 40-46 km (40-minute drive).
Warrnambool: Approximately 68 km (45-minute drive) – gateway to the Shipwreck Coast.
Colac: Approximately 45 km (40-minute drive).
Terang: Approximately 15-20 km east.
Grampians National Park (Dunkeld/Southern Grampians entrance): Approximately 110 km (1.5 hours' drive).
Ballarat: Approximately 120 km (1.5 hours' drive).
Melbourne CBD: Approximately 192 km (2.5 hours' drive).