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Dando's Campground

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51 Reviews

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Serge
2 years ago

Great spot with many fire pits. Clean toilets and river not far at all. For anyone that likes forest style camping, give this place a visit.

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theotwaypanther
2 years ago

Absolute cracker place to camp, had a blast here with the boys, good for families n that. couple spastics here and there that treated this local beauty like a tip but all in all very good spot to camp... Read more

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Karen R.
2 years ago

Quite busy on Saturday nite. Clean toilets. I had my horse there I thought people were respectful of him. Great for family also had my kids partner there. Maitnance we’re just leaving as we came in th... Read more

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rachael w.
2 years ago

Amazing campsite location. BYO Water and firewood, toilets are clean - but are drop ones. Waterhole would be refreshing on a hot summers days. No bookings required, first in best dressed. FYI almost no phone reception.

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Taylor l.
3 years ago

Easily accessible by 2wd vehicles. Plenty of areas to set up camp with fire pits and picnic tables. Drop toilets were super clean. Lovely area and would definitely stay for a couple of nights next... Read more


Top Questions

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Rhys A. 4 months ago
Question:

Am I able to park my car up next you tent?

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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.

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Anna R. 3 years ago
Question:

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

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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.

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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.

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Thanks Chris by Lisa D.

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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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