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Forest North Campground
Enjoy the scenic riverside at Forest North Campground. Launch a canoe or kayak and explore the spectacular limestone gorge. Take a short walk or relax at camp and spot kangaroos and emus.
The campground offers three unpowered campsites, all suitable for camper trailers, campervans and tents only. Each campsite accommodates up to six people.
Campground facilities include non-flush toilets, fireplaces, picnic tables and non-potable water. The campground is accessible by 2WD between May and November, 4WD may be required between December and April due to possible dry sandy track conditions.
Advanced bookings and payment are required year-round.
Things to do in the area
Canoeing and Kayaking
Bird watching
Great South West Walk
Glenelg River Canoe Trail
How to get there
Forest North Campground
Forest North Campground is north of the river and is accessed from Wanwin Road. The campground is usually accessible for 2WDs however in summer and extended dry periods the access track may become sandy and require a 4WD.
Sites
When you're there
Download the Lower Glenelg National Park Visitor Guide for more information and things to do.
Canoeists undertaking the Glenelg River Canoe Trail, paddling consecutive sections of the trail with overnight stops, should camp at the Glenelg River Canoe Trail campsites.
Need to know
Forest North 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.
Be prepared and stay safe
Lower Glenelg National Park is in the South West 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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Lower Glenelg National Park
Princess Margaret Rose Cave and Princess Margaret Rose campground closed for infrastructure repair and upgrades.
Princess Margaret Rose Cave and Princess Margaret Rose Cave campground will be closed until further notice to accommodate infrastructure repair works. This includes access via vehicle or boat on the Glenelg River. Camping is not permitted on the site or in the picnic area.The toilets, picnic area and walking tracks in the remain open.Battersbys Campground maintenance closures
Battersbys Campsite will be closed from March 13 2024 through to 31 August 2024 to undertake site upgrades as part of the Victorian Great Outdoors ProgramForest Camp South Campground maintenance closures
Forest Camp South Campsite will be closed from March 13 2024 through to 31 August 2024 to undertake site upgrades as part of the Victorian Great Outdoors Program -
Wilson Hall Campground (Glenelg River Heritage River, Lower Glenelg National Park)
Wilson Hall Campground maintenance closures
Wilson Hall Campsite will be closed from March 13 2024 through to 31 August 2024 to undertake site upgrades as part of the Victorian Great Outdoors Program