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Lakeside Campground
Situated on the south side of Coller Bay, Lakeside Campground features free gas barbecue and hot showers are provided. It is the best choice for motorised boating and watersports enthusiasts, with the nearby concrete boat ramp allowing access to the lake year-round at varying water levels (down to 10 per cent of capacity).
Launch your boat or canoe and enjoy the walking and cycle trails along the shore or up into the forested hills to one of the lookouts with a magnificent view over the lake.
Lakeside Campground area can accommodate tents and some caravans and campervans. Boat parking is available within and adjacent to the campground. Sites are unpowered.
There are picnic and shared fireplaces throughout the campground, however no fires are permitted on individual campsites and you need to bring your own firewood.
Things to do in the area
Lake Eildon Picnic Areas
Bird watching
Canoeing and Kayaking
Family activities
Day trips
How to get there
Lakeside Campground
Sites
When you're there
For more information, download the Lake Eildon National Park visitor guide and campground maps for Lakeside, Candlebark, Devil Cove before you go. If you're planning to visit when there is a higher risk of bushfires, download the Fraser Camping area emergency procedures.
Need to know
Lakeside Campground
Accessibility
Lakeside Campground is on a sloping site near the lakeside.The steep sections of path and uneven ground surface reduce overall accessibility. Site 6 is one of the more accessible sites.
Be prepared and stay safe
Lake Eildon National Park is in the North Central fire district. Bushfires can occur during the warmer months. It is your responsibility to check current and forecast weather conditions. Campfires cannot be lit on days of Total Fire Ban, however gas cookers can be used for preparing food.
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.
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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O'Toole Flat Camping Area (Lake Eildon National Park)
O'Toole Flat Camping Area and Gap Track Bridge CLOSED until further notice
O'Toole Flat Camping Area and the Gap Track Bridge are closed until further notice. -
Candlebark Nature Trail (Lake Eildon National Park)
Candlebark Nature Trail Closure
Candlebark Nature Trail is currently closed due to a bridge being washed out. -
Lake Eildon National Park
TARGA Road Closures Sunday 12 February (Lake Eildon National Park)
Skyline Road and UT Creek Road, which provide access to Lake Eildon National Park, will be CLOSED between 9:15am and 4:07pm on Sunday 12 February 2023, for the TARGA High Country motor-sport competition.Visitors planning to enter or exit the park on Sunday 12 February must COMPLETE their journey through Skyline Road (Eildon direction), or UT Creek Road (Alexandra direction) before 9:15am or after 4:07pm.Entry or exit from the park will not be possible while TARGA road closures are in place.For any questions regarding the TARGA road closures please contact TARGA on 0487 870 800 or email info@targa.com.au