Red Gum Landing Campground

Red Gum Landing Campground

Red Gum Landing Campground

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    Red Gum Landing Campground

    Pitch a tent and enjoy the serenity of the Glenelg River. Launch a canoe or kayak and keep an eye out for native wildlife as you paddle along the water. Unwind at camp and drop a line to catch that elusive fish. 
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    Set amongst eucalypt forest, with access to the Glenelg River, Red Gum Landing Campground is a great place for canoeing, kayaking or relaxing at camp.

    This small campground offers two unpowered campsites, suitable for tents only. Each campsite accommodates up to six people.

    Campground facilities include non-flush toilets, fireplaces, picnic table and non-potable water.

    Bring your own drinking water and firewood. Advanced bookings and payment are required year-round.

    Things to do in the area

     
    Father and son bird watching on boardwalk

    Bird watching

    From bushland to wetlands and everything in between, parks provide habitat to an abundance of common and rare bird species. Go for a wander and see how many you can spot.
    Canoeing

    Canoeing and Kayaking

    Canoeing and kayaking are great ways to explore beautiful waterways. Enjoy the tranquility and spot wildlife that hikers don’t normally see.
    Two friends fish off the back a boat on a misty morning on Lake Eildon.

    Fishing

    In quiet lakes and gently flowing rivers, in the pounding surf or in the depths beneath your boat – the waters of Victoria’s parks and reserves offer some prize catches.
    A woman playfully splashing a friend in another canoe with her paddle on the Glenelg River

    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.
    A group of four hikers walk along the beach at Discovery Bay as part of the Great South West Walk

    Great South West Walk

    Walk the diverse landscapes of Lower Glenelg National Park, Discovery Bay Coastal Park, Cobboboonee National Park and Cape Nelson State Park. Starting from Portland, the walk travels across rugged cliffs, on remote beaches, past ancient lakes and through majestic, tall forest.

    How to get there

    Red Gum Landing Campground

    Lower Glenelg National Park is in south-west Victoria adjoining the South Australian border, about 420km from Melbourne and 490km from Adelaide.

    Red Gum Landing Camping is on the northern shore of the Glenelg River. 2WD access is via the River Fire Line track.
    Red Gum Landing Campground

    When you're there

    Download the Red Gum Landing Campground map for site locations.

    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

    Red Gum Landing 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.

    • Lower Glenelg National Park

      Campground closures to allow the upgrade of facilities.

      We have exciting news! During what is traditionally a quieter time in our park, will be upgrading some facilities. This will include infrastructure improvements such as campsites, toilet blocks and floating pontoons to make Lower Glenelg National Park more accessible for more people.  The affected sites include Forest Camp South, Battersbys and Wilson Hall, these sites will be closed from May to August to allow these upgrades to occur. 

      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. 

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    Wild Dog Bend Campground

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    A man fishes of the jetty at Mclennans Punt Campground at Lower Glenelg National Park

    McLennans Punt Campground

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    Battersby Campground

    Unwind at the cosy Battersby Campground on the banks of the river. Try your luck fishing from the jetty, or relax at camp and enjoy the company of kangaroos and other native wildlife. There are two campsites.
    Two hikers reach the summit of Mount Nelse at Bogong High Plains
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