Bemm River Caravan Park
Bemm River Caravan Park offers a tranquil escape in the heart of East Gippsland, Victoria, Australia. Located in the centre of Bemm River, it's an ideal spot for those seeking a peaceful holiday, with a focus on fishing, birdwatching, and enjoying the natural surroundings.
Facilities:
The caravan park boasts a range of facilities to ensure a comfortable stay:
- Accommodation: 3 fully equipped 2-bedroom cabins (no pets inside cabins, but welcome on verandas). Each cabin includes linen, doonas, pillows, towels, microwave, 4-burner gas cooktop, fridge/freezer, TV with USB port, toaster, kettle, cooking & eating utensils, and a gas BBQ.8
- Sites: Approximately 40 grassy powered sites and 40 spacious unpowered sites. Some sites offer lake views.
- Amenities Block: Includes laundry facilities (2 washing machines, 2 dryers, ironing facilities).
- Camp Shelter: With electric BBQs and an open fireplace (fire pots not permitted in this area).
- Fire Pots: Available in the elevated western end of the park for powered sites and in the unpowered sites area (must be on stands and never left unattended).
- Pet-Friendly: Dogs are welcome on sites, provided they are under control (tethered, on leads, never left unattended, and must not cause disturbance). Pets are not permitted inside cabins or amenity buildings.
- Parking: Ample parking for boats or additional vehicles.
- Mobile Phone Coverage: Only supported by the Telstra Network.
- TV Reception: Only available via satellite.
- Fish Cleaning: Dedicated fish cleaning tables are provided at the boat ramps, not within the park itself.
Distance to Tourist Spots Nearby:
Bemm River itself is a primary attraction, renowned for its fishing (Bream, Flathead) and natural beauty.
- Sydenham Inlet: The caravan park is only 50m from the lake edge, with some sites offering lake views. Ideal for fishing, boating, kayaking, and birdwatching.
- Croajingolong National Park: The township is adjacent to this expansive national park, offering pristine surf beaches, bushwalking, and wildlife viewing opportunities.
- Pearl Point: An easy drive to pristine surf beaches, offering excellent fishing, whale watching (seasonal), and camping areas.
- McKenzie River Rainforest Walk (Bemm River Scenic Reserve): A beautiful one-kilometre walking trail through warm temperate rainforest with sealed pathways, boardwalks, and swing bridges over the McKenzie River. Approximately 45 minutes to complete at a relaxed pace.
- Luderick Point Memorial Park: Located opposite the hotel on the banks of Sydenham Inlet, with toilets, BBQ facilities, and a playground.
- Bemm River Recreation Reserve: Houses two bitumen tennis courts, a shelter shed, toilets, and a replica pioneer's hut with local history information.
- Local Services (within Bemm River): Hotel/Bottle Shop, General Store/Aust. Post CPA/Sub Newsagent (also supplying Bait & Tackle), Community Centre.
- Fuel: No fuel available in Bemm River. The closest fuel outlets are Orbost (approx. 55 km) or Cann River (approx. 60 km).
- Larger Towns for Services: Orbost (approx. 52 km away) and Cann River (approx. 60 km away) offer police, fire, ambulance, medical centres, pharmacies, vets, and supermarkets.
Bemm River Caravan Park offers a fantastic base for exploring the unspoiled natural beauty of East Gippsland.