Camping around Mansfield - Department of Environment, Land

Camping around Mansfield
DSE – Mansfield
The town of Mansfield is nestled in the
foot hills of the Victorian High Country.
Surrounded by hills and mountains,
rivers and streams, it has much to offer
those interested in fishing, exploring,
bushwalking and camping. Spend some
time enjoying the tranquility in one of the
lovely camping areas located within
about half an hours drive from Mansfield.
Camping Sites
Blue Range Camping and Picnic Area
Blue Range offers a small, basic camp site on
Blue Range Creek. Toilet facilities are across
the road in the picnic area.
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from here and follows the Jamieson River to
Mitchell’s Flat.
Granny’s Flat Camping Reserve is closed during
the seasonal road closure period that is in place
from the Thursday after the Queens Birthday
Long Weekend in June until the Thursday
before Melbourne Cup Weekend in November.
The Delatite Arm Reserve
The Delatite Arm Reserve, also known as ‘The
Pines’ is located on the shores of the
picturesque Lake Eildon. Numerous campsites
are located along the Lake and most of the
campsites have access to toilets.
Howqua Hills Historic Area
The tumbling water in Buttercup Creek provides
a peaceful background sound within these
small, shady sites. Two wheel drive access is
via Carter’s Road off the Mt Buller Road. Four
Wheel drives can use Buttercup Road to access
the campsites, involving two creek crossings.
Camping along the Howqua River is very
popular and a great way to explore the Howqua
Hills Historic Area managed by Parks Victoria.
Opportunities for 4WDriving, exploring and
bushwalking abound. Access is via Howqua
Track from Merrijig. The Howqua Hills Historic
Walk from Sheepyard Flat to Fry’s Hut is not to
be missed. For more information phone 131 963
or visit www.parkweb.vic.gov.au
Carters Mill Camping and Picnic Area
Safety
The camping area at Carters Mill is a small,
sheltered site, close to the Delatite River and
the walking tracks along Plain Creek. This
campsite is a great base for 4WD day trips into
the surrounding high country.
On Code Red Fire Danger Rating days, parks
and State Forest are closed to the public. Do not
enter parks or forests on Code Red Days. If you
are already there when a Code Red day is
declared, you should leave the night before or
early in the morning.
Buttercup Creek Camping Area
Running Creek Camping Reserve
Located on the Howqua River and accessed via
Howqua River Road, Running Creek is popular
with anglers, paddlers and campers. There are
two walking tracks that start here and end at
Tobacco Flat, approximately 12 kms upstream.
The Howqua River Walk follows the river flats
with nearly 40 river crossings, while the Lower
Howqua Feeder traverses the higher country.
Granny’s Flat Camping Area
The very popular Granny’s Flat is located on the
Jamieson River. Access is 4WD in wet weather.
Mitchell’s Bridle Trail, 21km walking track starts
For more information
The
Department
of
Sustainability
and
Environment (DSE) is responsible for managing
Victoria's State Forest. For further information
contact DSE’s Customer Service Centre on 136
186 (TTY: 1800 122 969) or visit DSE’s website
at http://www.dse.vic.gov.au/forests
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