When can I check in and check out of Tranquil Waters Campground?

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How much does it cost to stay at Tranquil Waters Campground?

From $25.63 (for 1 night, 2 adults) - prices may change depending on your dates and party.

Tranquil Waters Campground

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Basic campground in bushland a 20-minute drive from Yarra Junction
Bunyip State Park 40 minutes’ drive; Puffing Billy Railway 50 minutes
Dogs welcome; fishing dam; a half-hour drive to Yarra Valley wineries

Tranquil Waters Campground – the name does a fair bit of the heavy lifting in terms of explaining what awaits at this 80-acre semi-rural spot on a farm. This family-friendly property includes a placid spring-fed dam populated with golden perch – a big tick for the anglers in your midst. Meanwhile, wildlife enthusiasts might spot local beasties as they come for a drink. The peaceful vibe extends beyond the waters to encompass the entire campground: you’re in the middle of a vast area of bushland here, so there will be no noises from passing traffic – just birdsong and the rustling of the leaves on the trees. Bliss. After setting up camp on a grass or earth site, take your canine companion (for which there is a small extra fee) for a wander around the tree-shaded grounds, or head to the fire pit area to meet fellow residents. There’s a composting toilet (lime is provided), but that’s pretty much it in terms of amenities, since there is no hot or drinkable water. Come prepared by stocking up on bottled water and other necessities in Gembrook (15 minutes’ drive) or Yarra Junction. If it’s not water but wine you’re after, you’re in luck, for the campground is within a half-hour drive of the Yarra Valley and its wineries, most of which arrange tastings and have cellar door shops. And of course, there’s epic hiking, in both Kurth Kiln Regional Park (half an hour) and Bunyip State Park (40 minutes).

Site type

Open all year

Please note

This campground/park has no on-site shower facilities.

Under 18s must be accompanied by their parents or legal guardians.
Your dog must be tattooed or microchipped.
Group bookings of 5 or more adults are not permitted (couples and immediate family members excepted).
No hen/stag parties permitted via Pitchup.com.
Bookings must not be for more than 21 consecutive nights.
Commercial vehicles (vehicles used for work-related purposes, carrying goods or fare-paying passengers) and sign-written vehicles are not permitted on site.
The campground/park caters for families (immediate members) and couples only - bookings from all other forms of groups are not accepted.
At least one of the party members must be aged 19 or over.
Guests are advised to bring a good quality torch with them as parts of the campground/park are unlit.
Bookings must not consist of more than 2 different households.
There are no bins onsite: all rubbish will need to be taken home with you.
Please note that the toilet facilities are unisex.
There is no reception building on-site: on arrival please contact the number provided on your booking confirmation.

Languages spoken

English

Pitch types & availability

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Unpowered grass and earth site

6 people maximum

Ground type: Grass and earth

Pitch size: Min 8.0m width x 8.0m depth (26.2ft width x 26.2ft depth) Calculated area: 64.0m² (688.9ft²)

6 people maximum

One Caravan or Campervan or Motorhome or Camper trailer or Tent allowed per pitch

Additional units require additional pitches - quick book via 'Make another booking like this' after making your booking.

Pitch size

Min 8.0m width x 8.0m depth (26.2ft width x 26.2ft depth) Calculated area: 64.0m² (688.9ft²)

Ground type

Grass and earth

0 rooms

Twin-axle vehicles accepted

Suitable for

Caravan, Campervan, Motorhome, Camper trailer, Tent

Features

Bring a gazebo 1 included, 1 max.
Bring an awning 1 included, 1 max.
Bring a pup tent 1 included, 1 max.
Car 2 included, 2 max.

Car parking by site/unit
Firepit

Other restrictions

Extras

Dog (2 max)

A$10 (A$10) per stay

You will be able to choose extras on the booking page.

Arrival days

From A$24 (A$24) 1 night, 2 adults

Reviews

would recommend this site to a friend

would stay here again

Only showing reviews for the last 30 months.

Owner needs to warn travellers of track conditions getting in.

Overall	2/10
Location	2
Value for money	2
Accommodation	2
Facilities / Activities	No rating
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Anonymous May 2024

Unpowered grass and earth site

Liked: Didn't stay, contacted owner with reason. Was exhausted by drive in, dangerous for person nearly seventy towing a caravan. Not comfortable so left, very unnerving driving on the track.

Disliked: See above.

Recommend to friends Visit again

Features

Dogs allowed

Campfires allowed

Leisure on site

Bar or club house Cycle hire Evening entertainment Fishing Fitness centre Games room Indoor swimming pool Kids' club On-site restaurant/cafe Outdoor swimming pool Play area TV room Take away Tennis Watersports

Amenities on site

Bath available Car parking by site/unit Composting toilet Dog park Drying room Food shop Free wifi Ice pack freezing Internet access Laundry Parent & baby washroom Pick-up from public transport Portable toilet Pub toilets Public telephone Shower available Toilet block Washing-up area Wifi

Groups welcome

Family friendly Motorcycle friendly Single-sex groups welcome Student groups welcome

Rules

Barbecue provided Barbecues allowed Campfires allowed Commercial vehicles allowed Dogs allowed Dogs allowed all year

Themes

Bush Peaceful Remote location Spectacular scenery Walkers' paradise Wildlife haven

Utilities

Charging facilities Dump point Electric car charging point(s) Gas cylinders available No drinkable water point No hot water No running water Recycling available Renewable energy

Nearby amenities

Bar nearby Dog walk nearby

Type

Farm Tiny (1-10 sites)

Nearby leisure

Fishing nearby Mountain biking nearby

Location

Tranquil Waters Campground

600 Thonemans Road

Hoddles Creek

Victoria

Australia

3139

Directions

Timezone

Australia/Melbourne AEST (GMT+10:00)

GPS

-37.87414°N
145.63417°W

Please note: All distances on this page are calculated "as the crow flies" - please check actual distance depending on your mode of travel using the Get directions button above.

Local attractions

Prepare for the kids to squeal with delight (and you can squeal, too) as they stroll through the Koala Forest section at Healesville Sanctuary (40 minutes’ drive). Other residents at this animal park include platypus, dingoes and kangaroos, plus colourful parrots and reptiles. The striking architecture of the building alone warrants a visit to TarraWarra Museum of Art (45 minutes). Add the varied collection of contemporary Australian art and a spectacular location, overlooking the green, vineyard-covered hills of the Yarra Valley, and you can easily spend the best part of a day here. Book a ride on the Puffing Billy Railway (50 minutes), a steam train that has been winding its way through the lush ferns of the Dandenong Ranges for more than 100 years. For the best views (and most thrilling experience), you’ll have to sit on the sill of the carriage with your legs hanging out.

Policies

Booking terms and conditions

Admission

At least one of the party members must be aged 19 or over.

Safety

Barbecues are permitted but must be raised off the ground and attended by an adult at all times.

General

Bookings must not be for more than 21 consecutive nights.

Occupancy

Bookings must not consist of more than 2 different households.

Vehicles

Commercial vehicles (vehicles used for work-related purposes, carrying goods or fare-paying passengers) and sign-written vehicles are not permitted on site.

Dogs

Dogs must be kept on leads and supervised at all times.

Safety

Firearms are not permitted.

Occupancy

Group bookings of 5 or more adults are not permitted (couples and immediate family members excepted).

Safety

Guests are advised to bring a good quality torch with them as parts of the campground/park are unlit.

Dogs

Guide dogs are allowed on site free of charge.

General

In the event of a complaint, please speak to reception immediately. Complaints which are not brought to the management's attention during your stay cannot be dealt with once you have left the site.

Extras

Motorbike(s) can be brought instead of the car(s) included.

Occupancy

No hen/stag parties permitted via Pitchup.com.

Arrivals and departures

No refunds/discounts for inclement weather, late arrivals or early departures.

Vehicles

No vehicle movement between 10 p.m. and 6 a.m..

General

Please note that the toilet facilities are unisex.
Radio, music and TV players must be kept at a low volume. Car doors and boots must be closed quietly.

Safety

Swimming in the lake is allowed.

Occupancy

The campground/park caters for families (immediate members) and couples only - bookings from all other forms of groups are not accepted.

Arrivals and departures

The campground/park will send you further check-in information 2 day(s) before your arrival.

Vehicles

The car is only included in the rate if you are travelling with a touring caravan or a tent. Cars are not permitted when travelling with a motorhome/campervan.

General

The management reserves the right to deny access or terminate the stay of those guests whose behaviour is deemed unsuitable. No refunds will be offered.
There are no bins onsite: all rubbish will need to be taken home with you.

Reception

There is no reception building on-site: on arrival please contact the number provided on your booking confirmation.

Taxes

This area is not subject to city tax.

General

This campground/park does have a catch-and-return fishing policy in place.
This campground/park has no on-site shower facilities.

Admission

Under 18s must be accompanied by their parents or legal guardians.

Visitors

Visitors are not permitted on site.

Pitches

You must follow the management directives when pitching your tent/unit and related equipment.

Dogs

Your dog must be tattooed or microchipped.

Payment terms

Offers

Conditions apply - see pitch type section for details

Nearest sites

Unfortunately, we have no nearby bookable sites.

Frequently asked questions

Does Tranquil Waters Campground have a swimming pool? No View all features
Is Tranquil Waters Campground dog friendly? Yes View all features
What attractions are near Tranquil Waters Campground? Prepare for the kids to squeal with delight (and you can squeal, too) as they stroll through the Koala Forest section at Healesville Sanctuary (40 minutes’ drive). Other residents at this animal … Read more
When can I check in and check out of Tranquil Waters Campground?

Camping and caravan

Arrive: Anytime – Anytime

Depart by: Anytime

Read more
How much does it cost to stay at Tranquil Waters Campground? From $25.63 (for 1 night, 2 adults) - prices may change depending on your dates and party.