Cavendish Recreation Reserve Camping
Cavendish Recreation Reserve Camping is a picturesque campground situated on the banks of the Wannon River in the small rural township of Cavendish, Victoria. Located within the Southern Grampians Shire, it offers a relaxed camping experience surrounded by natural beauty, including towering red gums. The reserve serves as a convenient and affordable base for exploring the local area and is within reach of the Grampians National Park.
- Facilities: The campground provides essential facilities for campers:
- Powered and Unpowered Sites
- Toilets
- Showers
- Camp Kitchen
- Wood Fireplaces (subject to fire bans)
- Undercover BBQ Area with sink and fire pit
- Playground (located within the wider recreation reserve)
- Access to the facilities of the adjacent Oval (sports area)
- Pet-Friendly (Controlled pets are welcome).
- Riverside location with opportunities for river walks.
- Distance to Tourist Spots Nearby: Cavendish Recreation Reserve Camping offers access to a variety of attractions in the Southern Grampians region:
- Grampians National Park (Gariwerd): Cavendish is located within proximity to the Grampians, with various sections of the park accessible by car. Driving times will vary depending on which part of the sprawling park you intend to visit (e.g., destinations like Dunkeld or Halls Gap are within a reasonable drive).
- Wannon Falls and Nigretta Falls: Located relatively near Cavendish, offering scenic waterfall views.
- Coleraine: A nearby town with attractions like the Redgum Walk and the Wannon Falls.
- Hamilton: The regional centre is approximately 26 kilometres north of Cavendish, offering additional amenities, shops, and attractions like the Hamilton Botanic Gardens and Lake Hamilton.
- Cavendish Township Attractions: Within Cavendish itself, you can visit the Bunyip Hotel, Bridge Cafe, the old Bluestone Gaol (along Settler's Walk), the Cavendish Bush Mural, and the Trestle Bridge.
- Mooralla Gem Field: Located about 30 minutes from Cavendish, Victoria's only fossicking reserve where you can search for gemstones (a fossicking licence is required).
- Rocklands Reservoir & State Forest: Accessible from Cavendish, offering opportunities for fishing and exploring.
Cavendish Recreation Reserve Camping provides a peaceful riverside camping experience with essential facilities and the convenience of being near the township of Cavendish and within striking distance of the Grampians National Park and other regional attractions. Its affordable pricing and pet-friendly policy make it a welcoming option for many travellers.