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Dando's Campground

50 Ratings

Features

Popular

  • Pets Allowed
  • Free
  • Toilets
  • Allows fires

Popular

  • Pets Allowed
  • Free
  • Toilets
  • Drinking Water
  • BBQ Areas
  • Powered sites
  • Showers
  • Swimming
  • Allows fires

Activities

  • Water slide
  • Biking
  • Hiking
  • Fishing
  • Walking Trails
  • 4WD Trails
  • Bar

Type

  • Next to car
  • Allotted Site
  • Short walk to car
  • Caravans
  • Camper Trailers
  • Glamping
  • Cabins Available
  • Pub

For Kids

  • Jumping pillow
  • Horse riding
  • Kids play park
  • Organised kids activities
  • TAWK Supporters

Ownership

  • National Parks
  • State Forest
  • Independent
  • BIG4
  • Kui Parks
  • Aspen Parks
  • Discovery Holiday Parks
  • Family Parks
  • Reflections
  • Top Parks
  • NRMA
  • Holiday Haven
  • Ingenia

Access

  • Hike in
  • Car
  • 4WD only
  • Disabled Access

Other

  • Firewood for sale
  • Boat Ramp Nearby
  • Wifi
  • Phone Reception
  • Dump Spot
  • Garbage
  • Swimming pool
  • Water (Non Drinking)
  • Laundry
  • Coffee Nearby
  • Boat Cleaning Facilities
  • Cafe onsite
  • 4WD beach driving

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50 Reviews

Olivia A.
2 months ago

Cleanest drop dunnies I’ve seen, beautiful trees, lots of space.

Kate M.
2 months ago

Great, large area. Layout is great...we are in a Toyota Coaster and had no issues with access, in or out. Not too busy atm. Bit of rain, just an overnight stop for us.

Avid C.
2 months ago

Great spot with some free firewood from burn piles. River is easily accessible and nice and cool. Options to camp in open areas and in forest type areas. Toilets arent ideal but alright

Mim W.
6 months ago

Such a spacious, beautiful camping area. Lush forest, a running stream, sooo much wildlife! Don’t think I can fault this spot. Will absolutely be back. There’s no phone reception but honestly in a pla... Read more

Harry S.
8 months ago

Actually went to Stevensons falls campground but it’s not on here. Insane place, absolutely legendary

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Top Questions

Kriszta 1 year 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.

Answer:
Anna R. 3 years ago
Question:

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

Answer:
Saige K. 3 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.

Answer:
Lisa D. 3 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.

Answer:
Corrina 4 years ago
Question:

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

Answer:

Yes, it is open by Leeth

Answer:

Location

Lardners Track,
Gellibrand,
Victoria

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Details

Listing type
Campsite
Caravans
Yes
Management
State Forest
Phone
Website
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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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