Berringa Recreation Reserve
Berringa Recreation Reserve offers a basic, paid camping experience in the rural locality of Berringa, Victoria. It's a community-run campground that provides essential amenities for campers looking for a quiet stay and is notably dog-friendly. The reserve is suitable for tents, camper trailers, caravans, and RVs.
Facilities:
The facilities at Berringa Recreation Reserve are simple but cater to basic camping needs:
- Toilets: Toilet facilities are available on-site.
- Covered Picnic Area with Free BBQ: A sheltered area with a barbecue is provided for campers' use.
- Playground: There is a playground available, making it suitable for families with children.
- Dog Friendly: Pets are permitted at the campground.
It's important to note the absence of powered sites, water hookups at individual sites, and shower facilities based on the available information.
Distance to Tourist Spots Nearby:
Berringa is situated in an area with access to natural attractions and is within a reasonable driving distance of larger centres like Ballarat, which offers a wider range of tourist destinations. Here are some nearby points of interest:
- Within a short drive (under 10 km):
- Berringa Historic Reserve: Located in Berringa, offering a chance to explore local history.
- Dereel-Berringa Road Bridge: Approximately 3 km away in Dereel, noted as a location.
- Within a moderate drive (10 km - 30 km):
- Enfield State Park: Described as less than a five-minute drive from "Berringa Farm" (which may be close to the reserve), offering opportunities for exploring goldfields, walking tracks, and possibly 4WD or horse riding trails.
- Scarsdale Natural Features Reserve and Scarsdale Bushland Reserve: Located near Scarsdale (neighbouring Berringa), these reserves offer natural areas to explore.
- Ballarat Bird World: Approximately 23.2 km (14.4 miles) from Berringa town centre.
- Ballarat Golf Club: Approximately 27.1 km (16.8 miles) from Berringa town centre.
- Mullawallah Wetlands Nature Conservation Reserve: Approximately 27.9 km (17.3 miles) from Berringa town centre.
- Lake Esmond Botanical Garden: Approximately 27.9 km (17.3 miles) from Berringa town centre.
- Lake Wendouree (Ballarat): Approximately 28.2 km (17.5 miles) from Berringa town centre, a major recreational and scenic spot in Ballarat.
- Further Afield (require a longer drive):
- Sovereign Hill (Ballarat): A major tourist attraction in Ballarat, offering a glimpse into the gold rush era. Located in Ballarat, approximately 35-40 minutes drive from Berringa.
- Devils Kitchen Geological Reserve: Mentioned as being a 10-minute drive from "Berringa Farm."
- Nimmons Bridge, Jubilee Mine: Mentioned as being a 15-minute drive from "Berringa Farm."
- Otways: The Great Otway National Park is approximately an hour's drive away, offering rainforest, waterfalls, and coastal scenery.
Berringa Recreation Reserve provides a no-frills camping option for those who are self-sufficient and wish to explore the local Berringa area and the wider attractions of the Ballarat region and nearby natural reserves.
Location Map
360 view - Entrance to Berringa Recreation Reserve
Telephone
0439534223
Address
9 Recreation Road, Berringa, 3351, Victoria
Sat Nav Coordinate
-37.7734809707511, 143.6968912555566
Suitable for
Caravans and Motorhomes
Campsite Fees
Yes - Fees are Payable to Camp Here
Road Access
Asphalt Road Surface
Parking Area
Some Suitable Grass Areas Available
Drive through site
Yes - Some Drive through sites available
Power Available
No onsite mains power available
Toilets
Yes - At least one public toilet block available
Dump Point
No black water dump point
Rubbish Bins
Yes - At least one rubbish bin located here
Drinking Water
No drinking water onsite - Bring your own fresh water with you
Shade
Yes - Quite a few Shady Spots to select from
Picnic Tables
Yes - At least one Picnic Table located here
Fixed Fire places
Yes - At least one fixed fireplace onsite - Remember to bring your own supply of firewood
Fixed BBQ's
Yes - At least one BBQ facility is available
Pet Friendly
Yes - Dogs are Permitted Conditions Apply
Childrens Playground
Yes - Some playground infrastructure in place for the children to play on
TV Reception
Yes - Your TV will pick up reception here
Mobile Phone Reception
Mobile phone coverage is available depending on your carrier
Internet Access
Yes - Uses your Mobile Phones Internet Data Plan
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