Colac Central Showground Caravan Park
Colac Central Showground Caravan Park, managed by the Colac & District P & A Society, offers a peaceful camping experience situated in a quiet corner of the Colac showgrounds. Located with easy access from the Princes Highway and within walking distance to the Colac town centre, it caters to a wide range of setups from tents to large mobile homes and is suitable for individual travellers, families, and even large group bookings. The park is also pet-friendly for short-stay guests.
Facilities:
Colac Central Showground Caravan Park provides a good range of facilities for a comfortable stay:
- Site Types: Offers both powered and unpowered sites, with options for grassed or gravel areas. Sites are available to suit tents through to large mobile homes.
- Amenities Blocks: Two amenities blocks are available, one of which includes disability access.
- Guest Laundry: A fully equipped laundry is available for guests.
- Undercover Camp Kitchen: Features BBQ facilities, a microwave, fridge, sink, and seating with tables.
- Dump Point: A dump point is available for waste disposal.
- Clothes Lines: Provided for drying clothes.
- Pet Friendly: Short-stay guests are welcome to bring their pets.
- Security: The park is described as securely fenced.
- Accessibility: Wheelchair friendly facilities are available.
Distance to Tourist Spots Nearby:
Colac Central Showground Caravan Park's location in Colac provides easy access to the town's amenities and serves as a convenient base for exploring the natural attractions of the surrounding region, including the prominent Otway Ranges and the renowned Great Ocean Road.
- Within Walking Distance (under 1 km):
- Colac Town Centre: The park is within walking distance, offering access to shops, cafes, restaurants, and essential services.
- Very Close (within Colac):
- Lake Colac: Victoria's largest natural freshwater lake, located on the northern edge of the town. It offers opportunities for birdwatching, fishing, boating, and walking along the foreshore parklands.
- Colac Botanic Gardens: Situated on the southern bank of Lake Colac, featuring a variety of plants, walking tracks, picnic areas, and a playground. Easily accessible from the town centre and the lake.
- Colac Otway Performing Arts & Cultural Centre (COPACC): Located in Colac, hosting live shows, exhibitions, and other cultural events.
- Colac and District Historical Society: Located in Colac, offering insights into local history.
- Within a Short Drive (under 30 km):
- Red Rock Volcanic Lookout: Located east of Colac, offering panoramic 360-degree views of the volcanic landscape, including Lake Corangamite and Lake Colac.
- Lake Corangamite: Australia's largest permanent salt-water lake, a significant bird habitat and photographic spot, viewed from Red Rock Lookout.
- Old Beechy Rail Trail: Starts in Colac and extends south towards Beech Forest, offering a trail for cycling and walking through varied scenery.
- Otway Estate: Located near Barongarook, offering a brewery, cidery, distillery, and food.
- Further Afield (requires a longer drive):
- Great Otway National Park: Spanning over 100,000 hectares, located south of Colac. The park features lush rainforest, waterfalls (like Hopetoun Falls, Triplet Falls, and Beauchamp Falls), ancient trees, and walking trails.
- The Great Ocean Road: A famous coastal drive stretching west and east from areas accessible from Colac, offering stunning ocean views, cliffs, and attractions like the Twelve Apostles. Coastal towns like Apollo Bay and Lorne are popular destinations along the Great Ocean Road.
- Meredith Park: A free campsite and picnic area on the shores of Lake Colac, southeast of Colac.
Colac Central Showground Caravan Park offers a well-equipped and conveniently located option for travellers looking to explore the town of Colac, enjoy the recreational opportunities of Lake Colac, and venture out to the spectacular natural attractions of the Otway Ranges and the Great Ocean Road.
360 view - Entrance to Colac Central Showground Caravan Park
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