Corryong Recreation Reserve Free RV Camping Area

The Corryong Recreation Reserve offers a designated free camping area specifically for self-contained recreational vehicles. Located within the Corryong Recreation Grounds, it provides a convenient and cost-free overnight stop for travellers exploring Victoria's High Country and the beautiful Upper Murray region. The area is accessible to RVs, camper trailers, caravans, and big rigs, and is also dog-friendly. It is important to note that this is a basic stopover and not a full-facility campground, primarily catering to those with their own onboard amenities. Tents are not permitted in this area.

The facilities at this free camping area are limited and primarily cater to self-contained vehicles:

• Camping Area: A designated area within the recreation grounds for self-contained RVs. Note that camping is not permitted in the fenced area used for local activities.
• Toilets: While some sources mention toilets at the recreation reserve, the information specifically for the RV camping area indicates campers must be fully self-contained, implying limited or no public toilets readily available at the immediate camping spots.
• Water: Water to the specific RV camping area has reportedly been cut off. However, potable water is available off-site at the Council run yards in Donaldson Street, where the dump point is located.
• Power: No power is provided at the camping sites.
• Dump Point: A free dump point is available off-site at the Council yards in Donaldson Street.
• Dog Friendly: Dogs are permitted in the camping area.
• Other: The reserve is a community-run facility. Parking may be unavailable in the two weeks leading up to and during the week of the annual Corryong Man from Snowy River Festival.

Distance to Tourist Spots Nearby:

Corryong is nestled in the foothills of the Snowy Mountains and is famous for its association with "The Man from Snowy River" legend. The recreation reserve is located in or very close to the town, offering easy access to local attractions and serving as a gateway to the wider natural beauty of the Upper Murray and surrounding national parks.

• Within Corryong (walking distance or a very short drive):

  • Corryong Town Centre: The recreation reserve is typically within walking distance of the town's main street (Hanson Street), where you can find shops, cafes, a supermarket, and the Corryong Visitor Information Centre.
  • The Man From Snowy River Museum: Located in Corryong, this museum preserves local history and celebrates the legend of The Man from Snowy River and Jack Riley.
  • Jack Riley's Grave: Located in the Corryong Cemetery.
  • Man from Snowy River Sculpture: An action sculpture located in town.
  • Playle's Lookout: Accessed via Back Thowgla Road, offering panoramic views of Corryong, Mount Mittamatite, and the surrounding valleys. Located a short drive from the town centre.
  • Corryong Golf Club, Sporting Complex (oval, tennis courts, lawn bowls): Located within the recreation reserve area or very close by.
  • Elyne Mitchell Library & Visual Panels: Located in Corryong.
  • Horrie the Wog Dog memorial: A local point of interest.

• Within a Short Drive (under 30 km):

  • Burrowa-Pine Mountain National Park: Located approximately 25 km northwest of Corryong, featuring rugged mountains, Pine Mountain (a large granite monolith), Bluff Falls, and bushwalking tracks.
  • Cudgewa Bluff Falls: Located within Burrowa-Pine Mountain National Park, accessible via a walk.
  • Towong: A nearby historic community on the Murray River (approx. 11 km northeast), known for its racecourse and an old wooden bridge crossing the river.
  • Towong Gap Lookout: Located a few kilometres east of Corryong on the Murray Valley Highway, offering impressive valley views.
  • Farrans Lookout: Another lookout near Towong with spectacular river views.
  • Nariel Creek Recreation Reserve: Located in the Nariel Valley, known for the Nariel Creek Folk Festival.

• Further Afield (requires a longer drive):

  • Snowy Mountains and Kosciuszko National Park (NSW): Corryong is a Victorian gateway to this renowned alpine region, offering extensive outdoor activities (requires crossing the state border).
  • Murray 1 Power Station: Located near Khancoban (NSW), part of the Snowy Mountains Scheme, with a visitor centre.
  • Mount Lawson State Park: Another natural park in the wider region.
  • Upper Murray River: The Corryong area is at the birthplace of the Murray River, offering opportunities for fishing, canoeing, and enjoying the riverside scenery.

The Corryong Recreation Reserve Free RV Camping Area provides a basic, free, and convenient stopover for self-contained RV travellers looking to explore Corryong's rich history and its spectacular natural surroundings in the Upper Murray and nearby alpine regions.