Hammonds Campground

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    Hammonds Campground

    Hammonds Campground is located 12km inland from Aireys Inlet in a natural bush setting. Relax at camp and enjoy the company of kangaroos and other native wildlife or explore one of the many walking and bike riding trails in the area.

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    Set among dry forest and woodland, Hammonds Campground is an ideal location for wildlife viewing and relaxation. Kangaroos and native birds frequent the area, and if you’re lucky you may even see a koala. Nearby Distillery Creek Day Visitor Area has a range of walks and shared trails for those looking for recreational activities.

    The campground offers 16 campsites, each accommodating up to six people. Sites 1-4 provide direct vehicle access and are suitable for camper trailers and caravans. Sites 5-16 are suitable for tents only with a parking area situated close by. All campsites are unpowered. Campground facilities include non-flush toilets, shared fireplaces and shared low tables/seats. Remember to bring your own firewood to protect the surrounding wildlife habitat. Advanced bookings and payment are required year-round.

    Things To Do

    The famous Split Point Lighthouse at Airey's Inlet.

    Anglesea and Aireys Inlet

    Discover stunning coastal vistas, quaint gorges, waterfalls and tall eucalypt forest. Surf the iconic swells of Bells Beach, walk and birdwatch among the flowering heath at Anglesea and snorkel or dive off Point Addis.
    Three friends standing at the Erskine Falls lookout admiring the waterfall.

    Lorne

    The coastal town of Lorne is where the bush meets the beach. Expect white sandy beaches, clifftops and incredible coastal vistas, numerous waterfall walks and picnic areas fringed by lush fern gullies.

    How to get there

    Hammonds Campground

    Hammonds Campground is located off Hammonds Road, 12km inland from Aireys Inlet. 
    Hammonds Campground

    When you're there

    While the campground caters for self-contained comfort, you should bring your own drinking water and firewood, and take all rubbish home with you.

    Fuel stoves or gas barbecues are preferred for cooking.

    Hammonds Campground

    Hammonds Campground is located 12 km inland from Aireys Inlet in a natural bush setting. Relax at camp and enjoy the company of kangaroos and other native wildlife or explore one of the many walking and bike riding trails in the area.

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    Need to know

    Hammonds 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.

    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.

    • Alcoa Powerline Trail head (Anglesea Heath Alcoa Agreement Area)

      Alcoa Powerline Track Closed until further notice

      Alcoa Powerline Track closed until further notice due to safety concerns.

    • Great Ocean Walk - Day 6 - Johanna Beach to Ryans Den (Great Otway National Park)

      Walking Track Closed-Great Ocean Walk - Johanna to Ryans Den

      Please note: Day 6 section - Johanna Beach Campground to Ryans Den is closed. All campgrounds along the Great Ocean Walk are open however walkers cannot continue along the trail from Johanna Beach Campground to Ryans Den.
      A section of natural rock wall cliff face has subsided to the east of Ryans Den. 
      With recent severe weather conditions, there is potential for further landslides and rock falls in this area. It is not safe for walkers and it will be closed at least until 26th January 2022, pending further essential works to make this area safe.
      If walking from Johanna Beach Campground, arrange transport to take you to Ryans Den Access Track in order to continue the Great Ocean Walk. A Licensed Tour Operator along the Great Ocean Road may be able to assist. All campgrounds along the Great Ocean Walk remain open including Johanna Beach Campground and Ryans Den. Visitor safety is our top priority and we are working to re-open this section of the walk as soon as it is safe.

      A map of the Great Ocean Walk

    • Kalimna Tramline Link Walk (Great Otway National Park)

      Kalimna Tramline link Walk is closed

      The Kalimna Tramline link walk is closed due to damage to a pedestrian bridge. Walkers can still access the Lower Kalimna Waterfall via the Kalimna Falls Walking Track, which starts at Sheoak Picnic Area. 

    • Kalimna Falls Walk (Great Otway National Park)

      Upper Kalimna Falls are Closed

      The Upper Kalimna Falls viewing platform and access track are closed due to damage to the platform. Walkers can still access the Lower Kalimna Waterfall via the Kalimna Falls Walking Track, which starts at Sheoak Picnic Area. 

    • Notices Affecting Multiple Sites

      Garvey Track is Closed

      Garvey Track is closed due to damage. Sharps Track is a suitable detour if required. 

    • Great Otway National Park

      Access restricted at Jarosite Headlands between Point Addis and Southside Beach

      • A 450m section of beach at Jarosite Headlands, between Point Addis and Southside, has had access restricted.
      • Do not enter exclusion zone 10m from base of cliff.
      • Do not stay stationary within 10m - 30m from base of cliff.
      • Visitors must take note of signage in place. 
      • Landslips and rockfalls are unpredictable and can occur without warning. Like all coastal environments, these cliffs are subject to dynamic weather events and prone to cracking, erosion, landslips and rockfall.

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