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Dando's Campground

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45 Reviews

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Latoya F.
2 years ago

Dando's campsite is very well kept, good access to the creek, and clean drop toilets. The road in is unpaved and bumpy in places, so go easy with a 2 wheel drive. There is no phone reception even with... Read more

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Trinity J.
2 years ago

Is anyone there now how busy is it

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Jack M.
2 years ago

Honestly fantastic. We camped amongst the trees and loved all the birdsong. Was the perfect amount of people. At least 40-50 but it’s a big campground so it still felt really peaceful and chill, with some activity. Will return

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Chris D.
2 years ago

We went a couple of months ago with our 19ft van and had no trouble getting in and out but you do have to be careful about where you set up as it can get tricky. Definitely lots of leeches in the creek and we where disappointed at how many people used the bush for a toilet. Other than that a beautiful spot

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Nate J.
2 years ago

Nice spot


Top Questions

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Kriszta 4 months ago
Question:

hi guys, can a small motorhome access the sites?

Answer:

Yes! Just drive slowly as you are entering the camp ground by Kim E.

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Anna R. 2 years ago
Question:

Hi guys thinking of heading there today, is it packed to the rafters?

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Saige K. 2 years ago
Question:

Hi, looking to go for Easter weekend (‘22) - is anyone there right now? Is it super packed? Also, are there walking trails around that dogs can go on (on lead)?

Answer:

I’m staying in gellibrand and not long drove past there and called in. It’s filling very quickly by Dave F.

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Lisa D. 2 years ago
Question:

Hi, is it open now?

Answer:

Sorry, I’m not sure. We where there about 6-8 weeks ago by Chris D.

Answer:

Thanks Chris by Lisa D.

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Corrina 3 years ago
Question:

Is dandos open at the moment due to the up grade being done there ?

Answer:

Yes, it is open by Leeth

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Location

Lardners Track,
Gellibrand,
Victoria

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Listing type
Campsite
Caravans
Yes
Management
State Forest
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Average temperature

January
L 14°C
H 24°C
February
L 15°C
H 23°C
March
L 14°C
H 22°C
April
L 12°C
H 19°C
May
L 10°C
H 16°C
June
L 8°C
H 14°C
July
L 7°C
H 13°C
August
L 7°C
H 15°C
September
L 8°C
H 16°C
October
L 10°C
H 19°C
November
L 11°C
H 20°C
December
L 12°C
H 22°C
Source: Meteostat

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