Chinamans Bend Camping Area in Yarrawonga, VIC — photo 1

Chinamans Bend Camping Area

Yarrawonga, VIC
At a glance
CampgroundRiver FishingPets WelcomeTent SiteCaravansSwimmingFishing Spot

About this campsite

Chinamans Bend Camping Area is a picturesque camping spot situated on the banks of the historic Murray River. It offers an immersive outdoor experience amidst a lush, thick forest, providing a peaceful getaway from the hustle and bustle of daily life. Please note that this location offers limited mobile phone coverage, making it an excellent opportunity for a digital detox. So, get ready to pack your camping gear for a unique experience close to nature at Chinamans Bend.

Chinamans Bend Camping Area is a serene and secluded natural encampment nestled on the bank of the iconic Murray River, amidst a thick expansive forest. This off-beaten gem is an excellent spot for exploring nature, with ample opportunities for activities like camping, fishing, and bird-watching. Due to its remote and tranquil location, this camping area boasts limited mobile phone coverage, providing a perfect chance for disconnecting from the digital world and immersing yourself in the healing arms of Mother Nature. Explore the untamed beauty and experience the authentic outdoor living only at Chinamans Bend Camping Area.

How to Get There

Proceed to waypoint on Brears Road. There are two grids here. Turn left and take the left hand entrance via that grid. Follow the track around to the beach. Using the destination GPS point in a sat nav device may lead to the wrong side of the river.

What this place offers

Activities

Swimming
Fishing Spot

Accommodation Types

Campgrounds
Tent Site
Camping Area
Caravans

Facilities

Shade

Rules & Accessibility

Pets Welcome

Other Features

River Fishing
On the bank of the Murray River
Walking
Bird Watching
Free Overnight Camp
Canoeing Kayaking
Photo Opportunity
Small beach with thick forest surrounding
Dry Access Only
Limited mobile phone signal
Unknown feature
No facilities

Location

Chinamans Bend Camping Area•Brears Road, Yarrawonga, VIC, 3730

Weather Forecast

Data from MET Norway
TODAY☀️
12° / 11°
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MON🌤️
19° / 8°
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TUE☁️
18° / 8°
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WED🌤️
19° / 8°
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THU☀️
22° / 10°
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Common questions about Chinamans Bend Camping Area

What facilities does Chinamans Bend Camping Area have?

Chinamans Bend Camping Area has river fishing, pets welcome, campgrounds, on the bank of the murray river, shade and walking. That is the short list; 18 facilities are recorded for this site in total. Facilities at camps change, particularly after a wet season, so check the operator or the managing authority if one of them decides your trip.

Are dogs allowed at Chinamans Bend Camping Area?

The record for Chinamans Bend Camping Area lists "Pets Welcome", so dogs are welcome here. National parks and conservation areas nearby often take a different view, so check the rules for any day trips you have planned. Keep them on a lead around other campers and clean up after them, and nobody has a problem with it.

Can you book Chinamans Bend Camping Area online?

We hold no online booking link for Chinamans Bend Camping Area, so it is not bookable through this page. Many parks and showgrounds still require a booking, so contact the operator before you go. Their website or phone number is the fastest way to confirm a site.

Where is Chinamans Bend Camping Area?

Chinamans Bend Camping Area sits in Yarrawonga, VIC. The map on this page shows the exact spot, and the coordinates travel straight into your navigation app. Check road conditions before you set out if you are towing, since access tracks can change with the weather.

Facilities at Chinamans Bend Camping Area

Facilities recorded for Chinamans Bend Camping Area
FacilityOn site
River FishingYes
Pets WelcomeYes
CampgroundsYes
On the bank of the Murray RiverYes
ShadeYes
WalkingYes
Bird WatchingYes
Tent SiteYes
Camping AreaYes
CaravansYes
Free Overnight CampYes
Canoeing KayakingYes
SwimmingYes
Photo OpportunityYes
Fishing SpotYes
Small beach with thick forest surroundingYes
Dry Access OnlyYes
Limited mobile phone signalYes
Yes
No facilitiesYes

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12°·80%·27km/h
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Tomorrow
19°·30%·23km/h
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Tue
18°·34%·19km/h
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Brears Road

Yarrawonga, VIC 3730

Chinamans Bend Camping Area