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.

    • Beauchamp Falls Reserve (OTWAY FOREST PARK)

      Beauchamp Falls is currently closed for upgrades.

      Beauchamp Falls walk and campground are closed for upgrades.  This location is scheduled to re-open November 2021.

    • Triplet Falls Walk (Great Otway National Park)

      Triplet Falls Walk Partial Closure

      A section of the Triplet Falls loop walk is currently closed due to damage to the boardwalk by a fallen tree, and is not accessible. 


      The walk to the Triplet Falls lookout remains open and now is a great time to see the falls. 

      The walk to the Little Aire Falls remains open.


      Triplet Falls Walk Partial Closure

      A section of the Triplet Falls loop walk is currently closed due to damage to the boardwalk by a fallen tree, and is not accessible. 


      The walk to the Triplet Falls lookout remains open and now is a great time to see the falls. 

      The walk to the Little Aire Falls remains open.


    • Lemonade Creek Walk (Great Otway National Park)

      Lemonade Creek Walking Track Closure

      Due to an unsafe pedestrian bridge, Lemonade Creek Walking Track will be closed for the foreseeable future. 

    • Notices Affecting Multiple Parks

      Seasonal road closures 2021

      Some roads in this park are subject to seasonal road closures. Seasonal road closures generally operate 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.

    • Aire River West Campground (Great Otway National Park, Aire River Heritage River)

      Aire River West Campground site closures- sites 16 to 40

      Aire River West campground sites 16 to 40 will be closed until November 2021 due to wet conditions, sites 1 to 15 remain available.

    • Aire River East Campground (Great Otway National Park, Aire River Heritage River)

      Aire River East Campground site closures- sites 10 to 20

      Aire River East campground sites 10 to 20 will be closed until November 2021 due to wet conditions, sites 1 to 9 remain available.

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

      Melanesia Track damage- walkers take care

      Melanesia Track and the Great Ocean Walk between Johanna and Ryans Den have been damaged by 4WD activity. Walkers are advised to take care while accessing Melanesia Beach as the track is very slippery and rutted. 

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