Explore
Thurra River Campground
Explore the unique landscape of the Thurra River Dunes. A short walk from the campground meanders through coastal banksia and heathland before opening onto the dunes towering 30-metres above the coast below. Take in the views over the pristine forested slopes of Croajingolong National Park, the rough Southern Ocean and if you’re lucky Southern-right and Humpback Whales splashing about the water between September and November.
Just beyond the dunes, discover Point Hicks Lightstation and learn the secrets of Captain James Cooks first sighting of mainland Australia, life in this remote part of the world and the stories of wrecks found throughout the area. Walk from the campground to access the lightstation.
Thurra River Campground offers non-flush toilets, shared picnic tables and fireplaces with barbecue plates for visitors to enjoy.
Things To Do
Mueller Inlet Campground
Peachtree Creek Reserve
Point Hicks Lighthouse
How to get there
Thurra River Campground
Thurra River Campground is approximately 7 hours drive east of Melbourne. Follow the Princes Highway to Cann River. Here, turn south off the highway onto Tamboon Road before turning left onto Point Hicks Road. The campground lies just over the Thurra River.
Please note that campfires are only allowed in designated fireplaces and it is recommended that you bring your own drinking water on visiting Thurra River Campground.
Sites
When you're there
Camping & accommodation
Perfectly positioned to explore nearby Point Hicks and the Thurra River Dunes, the large Thurra River Campground sits in the surrounds of stately eucalypt trees.
Need to know
Thurra River Campground
Accessibility
Visiting a park can be more of a challenge for people with disabilities, however in Victoria there are a wide range of facilities to help people of all abilities enjoy our wonderful parks around the state.
An all-abilities accessible toilet is available for visitors. The toilet is located opposite site 39 at Thurra River Campground. Please contact the Parks Victoria on 13 19 63 if you wish to enquire further about booking this particular campsite.
Change of Conditions
Nature being nature, sometimes conditions can change at short notice. It’s a good idea to check this page ahead of your visit for any updates.
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Thurra River (Croajingolong National Park)
Thurra Campground
The Thurra campground is currently closed pending replacement of the Thurra River bridge and safety works in the campground. Reopening is taking longer than expected due to the scale and complexity of works. Thurra campground may be reopened for summer 2023-2024, however please continue to monitor this site for updates and change of conditions. -
Notices Affecting Multiple Sites
Closures due to flood impacts
Croajingolong National Park was impacted by flooding in early April and several sites are currently closed. Monitor this page for updated site closures.Areas of Croajingolong National Park closed due to fire damage
The following areas of Croajingolong National Park remain closed:
· Gravelly Point, including the jetty· Kingfish Point, including the jetty
· Wilderness Coast Walk is closed between Bemm River and Pebbly Beach due to fire and flood damage· Thurra River Campground· Point Hicks Road is closed south of Fishermans Track· Cicada Trail· Wingan Inlet Rapids Walk· Gale Hill Track· Rame Head Track
Parks Victoria apologises for the inconvenience and thank you for your patience and understanding as recovery works progress. -
Mueller Camp (Croajingolong National Park)
Mueller Campground Closed
Mueller Campground has been closed due to recent flood impacts on the Point Hicks Road.
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Notices Affecting Multiple Parks
Deer Control (ground shooting) operation underway
Deer control is being undertaken in this park from October 2021 to June 2022. Some localised access restrictions may apply. Find out more about this program.Seasonal road closures 2022
Some roads in this park are subject to seasonal road closures. Seasonal road closures generally operate from after the long weekend in June through to the end of October, but may be extended due to seasonal conditions. Visit the seasonal road closures page for maps and more information. -
Wingan Inlet Campground (Croajingolong National Park)
Wingan Water Supply Trough
Campers are advised that the water supply trough at Wingan has been impacted by recent flooding. Campers should be self-sufficient in providing for their water needs for the duration of their visit and not rely on re-supply from the trough.