NATURE CAMPING
MOUNT BUFFALO
The Lake Catani Campground in Mount Buffalo National Park has multiple tent sites, BBQ facilities and toilets and is accessible by vehicle. It sits high on the Mount Buffalo plateau, 28km from Porepunkah, and is open from the beginning of November until the end of April. There are also two remote campsites for self-sufficient hikers at Mount McLeod and Rocky Creek.
Due to popularity, campers should book well in advance for peak periods, which include the November Cup Day weekend, Christmas and January school holidays, Labour Day weekend and Easter. Bookings open on 1st of September each year. Call 13 19 63 or visit Parks Victoria to book.
ALPINE NATIONAL PARK
Alpine National Park is generally not suitable for camping during winter when snow is prevalent.
Bush camping with a pit toilet is available at JB Plain between Hotham Village and Dinner Plain on the Great Alpine Road. Please bring your own water. On the Mount Beauty side, there is a campground at Mountain Creek at the foot of Mount Bogong. Other bush campsites include: Buckety Plain, Raspberry Hill, Langford’s West and Pretty Valley Horse Yards east of Falls Creek.
When camping in the High Country, you should be fully self sufficient with food, water, warm clothing and equipment. Enjoy visiting huts but don't rely on them for accommodation – they may be difficult to find and may already be occupied.
CAMPING ETIQUETTE
- Respect nature, after all, that's why you're here.
- Take your rubbish with you. Leave no trace.
- Pitch your tent at least 20m from a water source.
- Do not cut down or destroy trees for firewood.
- Fires are only permitted if it is not a Total Fire Ban.
- Fully extinguish campfires out with water before leaving.
- If toilet amenities are not available, dig a hole at least 100m from any water source and burry toilet waste at least 15cm deep.
- Avoid camping under large trees.
- Do not take dogs or other pets into a National Park.
- Respect others in the area by keeping noise down.
PREPARE FOR ANYTHING
From snow to bushfires, floods and gale-force winds, the weather in the High Country can be fierce and change rapidly.
Always check conditions before venturing out, ensure your equipment is working and carry adequate food, water and warm clothing. Importantly, download the VicEmergency and the Emergency Plus apps to your phone.
Notify someone of your plans before you set out. Many parts of the High Country have poor or no mobile phone coverage. In remote areas, emergency beacons and satellite devices are recommended for your safety.
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