Parks victoria serves to protect our states natural and cultural heritage on behalf of all victorians. There are many accommodation options within tidal river, from awardwinning. A ballot system is in place for those who want to obtain a campsite during the busiest five weeks of the yea from christmas until late january. You probably think that sounds massive and therefore easy to book. It is the best location to start your walk to the big drift, and has a small grassy campground set amongst native bushland. The official parks victoria webpage for tidal river accommodations. A nice alternative to the oftenbusy tidal river, stockyard campground hides away among eucalypts and banksias near the wilsons promontory national park entrance. Wilsons prom motel was exactly as described basic accommodation for a great price with excellent access to tidal river 40 min drive. The award winning wilderness retreats available at wilsons.
The best walks and hikes at wilsons promontory tourism. With over a hundred parks to camp in, theres plenty of choice drive in, relax and enjoy campgrounds that offer carbased camping where you can park your. From finding the universe wilsons prom, victoria, australia next weekend, here we come. The trail offers a number of activity options and is accessible yearround. Bookings can be made through the parks victoria information centre on 19 63. The parks victoria wilderness retreats at wilsons promontory and buchan. This rugged coastal wilderness area, with its diverse plant and animal species is one of the most popular national parks in victoria. The southern prom circuit is a threeday twonight trek that weaves through warm temperate rainforest to the pristine eastern shores of wilsons prom. Recently i explored more of melbourne and its surroundings and did some of the wilson promontory walks in victoria, which is my favourite place for hiking trails and nature walks on the mainland. Victoria s parks have some great places to camp and there is something to suit all tastes. Book a site by calling wilsons promontory national park at 1963 or 0356809555. Yanakie caravan park just another south gippsland caravan.
A history of wilsons promontory by victorian national. Wilsons prom doesnt get as much press as some australian national parks. Some of the best beaches in wilsons prom are only a short walk from the car park, and offer some of victorias most gorgeous white sand beaches. Wilsons promontory, nature and wildlife, gippsland, victoria.
Of tidal rivers 484 camp sites, only 20 are powered. In addition to navigating, your guide ensures you visit the best locations for photo ops and sweeping views, from the mount oberon summit to squeaky beach. Brave the elements at the best places to go camping in victoria. Refunds will be issued in accordance with parks victoria s existing policy. For further information please refer to the wilsons promontory national park code red fire danger closure fact sheet. Stockyard camp campground in wilsons promontory national. At the direction of the victorian chief health officer, parks victoria has closed camping and accommodation, including lighthouse accommodation, at wilsons promontory national park, from sunday 22 march, while limiting the number of day visitors from monday 23 march 2020, until further notice.
Wilsons prom is only 220 km and a relaxed 3 hours drive from the cbd. Wilsons promontory national park after 1945 to 1998, by daniel catrice. Generators and campfires are not permitted so please take a gas or fuel stove. Wilsons promontory national park was first reserved as a national park back in 1898. Wilsons promontory national park, victoria 3960 australia. Wilsons prom accommodation top of the prom yanakie.
In the event visitors are not satisfied with the above process regarding code red fire days they may lodge a complaint in writing. If youre an active traveler or backpacker visiting melbourne, it may be worth taking several days to experience one of australias most underrated bushwalks. Today, wilsons promontory national park spans over an area of about 50,000. Other accommodation options nearby to the prom can be found here. Everything was clean, the whole place very quiet, and they had basic amenities kettle, cutleryplates, fridge. A contract is formed between wilsons promontory national park parks victoria and the person making the booking andor those they are making the booking on behalf of. If you want to book now go to the online booking page here. Commonly known as the prom the area consists of over 50,000ha of national park as well as areas of marine national park, marine park and reserve. Victoria has an abundance of camping, roofed and wilderness accommodation available in beautiful locations, with something to suit. Parks victoria respects the deep and continuing connection that traditional owners have to these lands and waters, and we recognise their ongoing role in caring for country. Many of the beaches in the area do have strong undertows and ocean rips that can carry your out to sea or into the rocky cliffs that surround the coast if youre not being.
Together with traditional owners and the community, we care for country and value environmental conservation combined with an accessible and sustainable visitor experience that encourages current and future generations to get into nature. Other roofed accommodation is available just outside the park, please contact the prom country visitor information centre on 1800 630 704. Be sure to book in advance during the summer months. Your complete guide to wilsons promontory national park. Parks victoria accommodation and camping in victoria s national parks. The wilsons promontory national park, commonly known as wilsons prom or the prom, is a national park in the gippsland region of victoria, australia, located approximately 157 kilometres 98 mi southeast of melbourne the 50,500hectare 125,000acre national park is the southernmost national park on mainland australia, known for its rainforests, beaches and. Hikers can book to stay in the historic residences of former lighthouse keepers. This 50,000 hectare reserve is threaded with a labyrinth of walking tracks that showcase all manner of. Sleeping in wilsons promontory national park lonely planet. There are 484 camping and caravan sites this is the most popular and wellequipped camping ground in wilsons prom and is the perfect base to enjoy scenic walks, swim, surf or relax at your campsite. The best way to get there is to go on a road trip from melbourne to wilsons prom.
Explore some of victoria s best beaches, cool shaded rainforest gullies, cloud soaked mountain peaks, rugged offshore islands and a remote lightstation. Promhills cabins wilsons promontory victoria, yanakie. Spend the weekend or relax for a week, remember for a lifetime. Camping at wilsons prom everything you need to know. Wilsons promontory national park coastal camping victoria.
An experience of a lifetime, visiting islands and coastlines that are not accessible by land and viewing the spectacular marine life areas this magnificent national park has to offer. Wilderness retreats at wilsons promontory national park. Wilsons prom is like a closely guarded secret for melbournians. It offers so much for families with its safe swimming tidal river. You can book a free allterrain wheelchair, trailrider or beach wheelchair to explore the great outdoors at wilsons promontory national park. The trailriders are free to hire, but must be booked through the information centre. Victorias magnificent parks are the perfect place to stay. Book accommodation online well in advance through parks victoria, especially for weekends and holidays. A remote lighthouse illuminates seas at the southern tip of the prom. Refunds will be issued in accordance with parks victorias existing policy.
The wilderness retreats are located at the southern most tip of the australian mainland in one of victoria s most loved parks, wilsons promontory or the prom, as it is affectionately known. Fondly known as the prom, wilsons promontory is one of victorias best loved national parks. Outside of the wilsons promontory national park boundaries but still relatively close by, there are a number of campsites and caravan parks from which you could drive to tidal river in under an hour. Please be advised that due to covid19 yanakie caravan park is currently closed in the interest of public health and safety. Find out about the accommodation, activities, deals and more at this popular location.
Be awed by victorias largest coastal wilderness area in wilsons promontory national park. Travel with children in wilsons promontory national park. Wilsons promontory national park is part of an aboriginal cultural landscape. Book your tickets online for wilsons promontory national park, wilsons promontory national park. Affectionately known as the prom, it is one of the states best loved parks and with good reason. Tidal river campground wilsons promontory australia. Bookings can be made through the parks victoria information centre on 19 63 or 03 8427 2122.
Wilsons promontory, or the prom as it is affectionately known, is the southern most. Victoria has an abundance of camping, roofed and wilderness accommodation available in beautiful locations, with something to suit everyones needs. The wilsons promontory national park, commonly known as wilsons prom or the prom, is a national park in the gippsland region of victoria, australia, located approximately 157 kilometres 98 mi southeast of melbourne. Situated at the southernmost tip of mainland australia, you will find spectacular scenery of granite mountains, native forests, rainforest, sweeping beaches and coastlines. Special thanks to jeanette hodgson of historic places, department of sustainability and environment, victoria for obtaining the photos used in this book.
Victoria s magnificent parks are the perfect place to stay. Nice touch that the motel provided coffee milk and water. Camping, gippsland, victoria, australia visit melbourne. Welcome to wilsons promontory national park is located at the southern most point of main land australia. Book your spot at tidal river, the main location for camping in wilsons promontory national park. The wilsons promontory visitor information centre hires out an allterrain wheelchair known as a trailrider. The official parks victoria webpage for wilsons promontory national park. As a result of directions from the chief health officer about restricted physical distancing and mass gatherings, parks victoria has closed an additional five highvisitation sites on its estate to help slow the spread of coronavirus covid19. Ballot applications can be made online in advance throughout the month of june. It has all the facilities you need for a great holiday in a wonderful part of victoria. Pitch a tent and discover all wilsons prom has to offer from a walk out to the big drift to beach days at whisky bay, and everything in between. Officially called wilsons promontory national park, in typical aussie fashion it is shortened to just the prom by locals. The stockyards is located near the entrance to wilsons promontory national park in southern victoria.
Highlights of a trip to wilsons prom, including a climb up mount oberon, the outdoor cinema, the beautiful normans beach, noisy squeaky beach and the tidal river campground. Geelongs waterfront is a great spot for families with a kids pool, play zone and a merrygoround, while a short drive away is victoria s biggest theme park, adventure park. Please note this cruise departs from port welshpool jetty a full day of cruising around the spectacular coast of wilsons promontory. Tidal river is the main visitor hub for wilsons promontory national park. As there are so many accommodation packages available at wilsons prom your best bet is to visit the parks victoria website parkweb. Highlights of a trip to wilsons prom, including a climb up mount oberon, the outdoor cinema, the beautiful normans beach, noisy squeaky beach and the tidal river campground ahh, sandy beach and pretty blue water. Tidal river is the main campground in the national park and there are 484 camping sites. Through his connection with the field naturalists club of victoria, he was one of the. Book accommodation on wilsons prom via parks victoria. These can all be booked online via parks victoria and i suggest you book well ahead, especially during busy times. In addition to ross text, there is a history of wilsons promontory during the second world war 193945 by teacher and historian terry synan, and an account by daniel catrice, formerly historian with the victorian department of sustainability and environment, of the proms history from 1945 to 1998.
With over a hundred parks to camp in, theres plenty of choice drive in, relax and enjoy campgrounds that offer carbased camping where you can park your car. In addition to ross text, there is a history of wilsons promontory during the second world war 193945 by teacher and historian terry synan, and an account by daniel catrice, formerly. The 10 best wilsons promontory national park accommodation. Victorias parks have some great places to camp and there is something to suit all tastes. Tidal river and wilsons prom have many options and resources for people with limited mobility or autism. Wilsons prom is one of our favourite national parks for camping. Wilsons promontory national park 2020 all you need to know. The only settlement within wilsons promontory is tidal river which lies 30 kilometres 19 mi south of the park boundary and is the focus for tourism and recreation. Promising a unique camping experience, these high comfort, yet low impact, elevated tents offer all the privacy and protection from the elements you deserve. Parks victorias wilderness retreats at wilsons promontory national park expose you to more natural beauty than you could ever imagine. Set three hours east of melbourne, this national park is the most southerly point in mainland australia and offers pristine wilderness. Wilsons prom highlights why you should go and where to stay. In 2005 a burn started by staff got out of control and burnt % of the park, causing the evacuation of campers. Select the quantity of hikers from the drop down box the quantity dropdown indicates the number spaces available at each site.
Parks victorias vision is to be a worldclass park service ensuring healthy parks for healthy people. Top 10 things to do at wilsons promontory australian traveller. For wilsons prom accommodation we have a self contained cottage right at the entrance to the park called top of the prom. Jan 09, 2019 these can all be booked online via parks victoria and i suggest you book well ahead, especially during busy times. Choose from fully serviced sites with luxury tents to remote locations with nothing but bush. Add to that loads of parks, gardens and playgrounds. Wilsons promontory the war years 19391945, by terry synan. Wilsons prom full day cruise wildlife coast cruises. We hitched the camper trailer, plus packed the kombi van tent, and headed off early morning towards wilsons prom, heading down the south gippsland highway and then turning off towards the prom via the sweet little towns of. The wilsons promontory marine national park is a protected marine national park located in the south gippsland region of victoria, australia. Explore the natural landscape of wilsons promontory on a fullday tour with convenient roundtrip transport from central melbourne. Wilsons promontory, nature and wildlife, gippsland, victoria, australia. A history of wilsons promontory victorian national parks. This 50,000 hectare reserve is threaded with a labyrinth of walking tracks that showcase all manner of magical realms sheltering abundant wildlife.
Wilsons promontory national park 2020 all you need to. The 15,500hectare 38,000acre marine park is situated off the southern tip of wilsons promontory and extends along the coastline from norman bay, near tidal river, in the west around the southern tip of the promontory to cape wellington in the east. Toora tourist park, toora wilsons promontory, vic top parks. Geelongs waterfront is a great spot for families with a kids pool, play zone and a merrygoround, while a short drive away is victorias biggest theme park, adventure park.
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