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Hutchesons Campground
Take an easy drive to this quiet campground along the Glenelg River. Pitch a tent and watch for native wildlife as you listen to the river flow by. Launch a canoe or kayak and paddle up or down the peaceful water, or try your luck fishing from the jetty.
Book now Set amongst eucalypt forest with access to the Glenelg River, Hutchessons Campground is the ideal location to enjoy canoeing, kayaking and fishing.
This small campground contains two unpowered campsites, both suitable for camper trailers and tents only. Each campsite accommodates up to six people. Campground facilities include non-flush toilets, fireplaces, picnic tables and non-potable water. Advanced bookings and payment are required year-round.
Things to do in the area
Glenelg River Canoe Trail
The Glenelg River offers excellent opportunities for flat water canoeing over the 75kms from Dartmoor to its mouth near Nelson. For much of its distance the river flows through the Lower Glenelg National Park, enabling enthusiasts to observe wildlife in its natural environment.
Pritchards Campground
Pritchards Campground has all the modern conveniences you need for a relaxing riverside getaway. Park the caravan at camp and launch your boat, canoe or kayak to explore the serene river.
How to get there
Hutchesons Campground
Lower Glenelg National Park is in south-west Victoria adjoining the South Australian border, about 420km from Melbourne and 490km from Adelaide.
The major access roads into the park are Portland - Nelson Road for south of the river or Wanwin Road for north of the river.
The major access roads into the park are Portland - Nelson Road for south of the river or Wanwin Road for north of the river.
When you're there
Download the Lower Glenelg National Park campground map for site locations.
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.
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.
Camping & accommodation
Take an easy drive to this quiet campground along the Glenelg River. Pitch a tent and watch for native wildlife as you listen to the river flow by. Launch a canoe or kayak and paddle up or down the peaceful water, or try your luck fishing from the jetty.Need to know
Hutchesons 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.
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Lower Glenelg National Park
Temporary area closures due to planned burn
Planned burning operations are scheduled in this park which may result in some areas being closed from the time of ignition until the area is declared safe. Ignition of the burn is scheduled from 1 September 2021 subject to favourable weather. Check the status of current planned burns at www.vic.gov.au/plannedburns
