Diamantina Horse Yards

Victorian High Country

Victorian High Country

At a glanceFree campsite

Free Camping

About this campsite

Free horse camping in Alpine National Park's Bogong High Plains. Yards available 1 Dec–30 Apr with advance reservation. Dogs welcome. Managed by Parks Victoria.

Diamantina Horse Yards is a free camping area within Alpine National Park, managed by Parks Victoria and specifically designed for horse riders exploring the Bogong High Plains. Available during the summer season from 1 December to 30 April, the site features horse yards that can be reserved in advance at no cost. Located off Kiewa Logging Road near Hotham Heights, this camping area provides a base for riders accessing the pristine mountain terrain of the High Plains. Dogs are permitted at this site. Facilities include unisex toilets available when the park is accessible.

What this place offers

Accommodation Types

Free Camping

Location

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Common questions about Diamantina Horse Yards

Is Diamantina Horse Yards free to camp at?

Yes. Diamantina Horse Yards in VIC is a free camp, so there is no nightly fee to stay. There is no booking system for it, so plan on first in, best dressed, especially on long weekends. Facilities on site: free camping.

What facilities does Diamantina Horse Yards have?

Diamantina Horse Yards has free camping. Facilities at camps change, particularly after a wet season, so check the operator or the managing authority if one of them decides your trip. The list comes from the site record rather than a visit, so treat it as a guide.

Can you book Diamantina Horse Yards online?

We hold no online booking link for Diamantina Horse Yards, so it is not bookable through this page. For sites like this, turning up early in the day is the surest way to get a spot, particularly in peak season.

Where is Diamantina Horse Yards?

Diamantina Horse Yards sits in 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 Diamantina Horse Yards

Facilities recorded for Diamantina Horse Yards
Facility	On site
Free Camping	Yes

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