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Paradise Beach
Pack your four-legged friend for dog-friendly car-based camping at Paradise Beach in Gippsland Lakes Coastal Park, west of Loch Sport.
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Escape to Paradise Beach on the western side of Gippsland Lakes Coastal Park for a dog-friendly coastal stay.
You'll find this little slice of secluded paradise perched between the ocean and Lake Reeves — nestled amongst tea tree and coastal banksia.
Offering 12 unpowered sites with non-flush toilets and communal fireplaces, some sites are suitable for caravans, while others are for tents, campervans, and camper trailers only.
With easy access to the beach, explore the secluded stretches of sand, ride the waves, take a dip in the ocean, or try your luck at surf fishing.
Feast on your catch of salmon or snapper back at camp, or gather with friends and family for a picnic in the shelter of a large rotunda.
You'll find this little slice of secluded paradise perched between the ocean and Lake Reeves — nestled amongst tea tree and coastal banksia.
Offering 12 unpowered sites with non-flush toilets and communal fireplaces, some sites are suitable for caravans, while others are for tents, campervans, and camper trailers only.
With easy access to the beach, explore the secluded stretches of sand, ride the waves, take a dip in the ocean, or try your luck at surf fishing.
Feast on your catch of salmon or snapper back at camp, or gather with friends and family for a picnic in the shelter of a large rotunda.
Things to do in the area
Camping in Gippsland Lakes Coastal Park
The campground is separated from the beach by a stretch of fenced vegetation. There is access to the beach from the Paradise Beach camping area. Use this access points to reduce damage to the sensitive coastal vegetation.
Ninety Mile Beach Marine National Park
Located 30km south of Sale and adjacent to Gippsland Lakes Coastal Park, this park covers 5km of coastline. This untamed stretch of coastline runs alongside the slender strip of sand dunes that protect the Gippsland Lakes.
Nyerimilang Heritage Park
Magnificent views and a rich variety of plant and birdlife are some of this Gippsland park’s attractions. A highlight is Nyerimilang Homestead, in a delightful garden setting on a cliff top above the beautiful Gippsland Lakes.
How to get there
Paradise Beach
Gippsland Lakes Coastal Park is located in East Gippsland. The western section of the park is accessible by a sealed road via Seaspray and Golden Beach. Paradise Beach Campground is located in campgrounds along Shoreline Drive.
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When you're there
Non-flush toilets, picnic tables and fireplaces are provided. Fires may be lit in the fireplaces provided by Parks Victoria and must be attended at all times. Firewood collection is not permitted. Campers should bring their own firewood or a fuel stove for cooking.
The campground is separated from the beach by a stretch of fenced vegetation. Please use the beach access points to reduce damage to the sensitive coastal vegetation.
The campground is separated from the beach by a stretch of fenced vegetation. Please use the beach access points to reduce damage to the sensitive coastal vegetation.
Need to know
Paradise Beach
Be prepared and stay safe
Gippsland Lakes Coastal Park is in the East Gippsland fire district. Bushfire safety is a personal responsibility. Anyone entering the park during the bushfire season needs to stay aware of forecast weather conditions. Check the Fire Danger Rating and for days of Total Fire Ban at emergency.vic.gov.au, on the Vic Emergency App or call the Vic Emergency Hotline 1800 226 226.
No fires may be lit on Total Fire Ban days. On Catastrophic Fire Danger Rating days this park will be closed for public safety. Closure signs will be erected but do not expect an official warning.
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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Golden Beach (Gippsland Lakes Coastal Park)
Golden Beach Electric BBQ closed for repairs
- Parks Victoria is carrying out inspections in all
of our barbecues in our parks. Following these inspections, some barbecues
have been temporarily closed until they can be attended by a licenced
contractor. We apologise for the inconvenience this has caused.
- Visitor safety is our top priority and we advise people
to please not to use any barbecue facilities that have been closed. We
expect the impacted barbecues to reopen in the coming weeks.
- Parks Victoria is carrying out inspections in all
of our barbecues in our parks. Following these inspections, some barbecues
have been temporarily closed until they can be attended by a licenced
contractor. We apologise for the inconvenience this has caused.
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Entrance Bay (Gippsland Lakes Coastal Park)
Walking Track closure - western side of entrance at Lakes Entrance
Closure of track from Drews Jetty toilet to entrance wall (west side of entrance) -
Notices Affecting Multiple Parks
Seasonal road closures 2023
Seasonal road closures apply to areas within and tracks bordering this park from 15 June 2023. See MapshareVic for locations of the closures. Visit the seasonal road closures page for more information -
Gippsland Lakes Coastal Park
Bird Hide Track and boardwalk closed until further notice
Bird Hide Track and boardwalk in the Gippsland Lakes Coastal Park are closed from 29 August 2023 until further notice due to safety. There is no access to the Rotamah Shore Bird Hide within the closure period.Attachments: Closure Map-Bird Hide Track-Gippsland Lakes CP (1,565KB)
Golden Beach Camping Area 3 Closed
Camp area 3 near Golden Beach within the Gippsland Lakes Coastal Park is closed. Please camp in one of the other camping areas close by. Toilets are accessible from camp area 2.
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