Mountaineer Creek Camping Area (Lake Eildon National Park)

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Mountaineer Creek Camping Area (Lake Eildon National Park)

Mountaineer Creek is a remote lakeside campground, accessible only by boat or by hiking in. It’s a great place for self-sufficient campers to relax away from the crowds. Composting toilets and fireplaces are provided, but bring your own water and firewood. Explore this remote area by boat or on foot, and fish for Trout, Golden Perch and Murray Cod.

Visitor Tips: Fires are only permitted in the fireplaces provided. Firewood collection is not permitted in the park. No bins are provided, so please take all rubbish home with you for recycling or disposal. Phone signals are unreliable – campers at remote locations should consider carrying a radio or personal locator beacon.

How to get there

Mountaineer Creek Camping Area (Lake Eildon National Park)

Facilities

Toilets

Need to know

Mountaineer Creek Camping Area (Lake Eildon National Park)

Safety in nature

You can benefit both mind and body when you get outdoors to explore and experience Victoria's natural places. Before you go, take a look at our safety tips and check our changed conditions and closures information for a great visit.

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. Parks Victoria provides a range of a equipment, including all-terrain and beach wheelchairs, facilities, accommodation and accessibility information and programs to help you plan and enjoy your visit to Victoria's parks.

Assistance dogs are welcome in Parks Victoria parks and reserves. Entry requirements apply for parks and reserves that are usually dog prohibited, such as national parks.

Warnings & Restrictions

Dogs

Dogs are not allowed

Restrictions

Boating zones apply
No vehicles
No firearms allowed
No generators
Management vehicle only
No bicycles
No dogs, cats, pets allowed
No horses

Warnings

Animals and pests
Snakes
Terrain hazards
Uneven ground
Other warnings
Trees may fall take care

Limbs may fall take care
Water hazards
Shallow water

Deep water

Be Prepared

Stay safe and get the most out of your park visit by preparing for natural hazards and other outdoor risks in Victoria’s parks. You are responsible for your own safety and the safety of those in your care. Find out more.

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.

Lake Track 2 closed

Lake Track 2 (off Lake Track), Jerusalem Block, Lake Eildon National Park is closed until further notice due to safety concerns

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.