Gadds Bend
Gadds Bend
About this campsite
Gadds Bend is a serene camping area, ideal for outdoor enthusiasts. The site offers both sunny and shaded spots for camp set-up, surrounded by majestic river gums. Its prime location along a beautiful section of the river ensures easy canoe or kayak launch. Additionally, it provides a wonderful spot for recreational activities such as swimming and fishing, making it a perfect destination for a refreshing and adventurous natural getaway.
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Gadds Bend•Murray River Road, Walwa, VIC, 3709
Common questions about Gadds Bend
Is Gadds Bend free to camp at?
We have Gadds Bend in Walwa, VIC recorded as a free camp, but we have not confirmed that with the operator, so treat it as unconfirmed. Sites change hands and councils bring in fees, so check the current rate before you commit to the drive.
What facilities does Gadds Bend have?
Gadds Bend has fishing spot, river fishing, pets welcome, long rig, caravans and free camping. 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 Gadds Bend?
The record for Gadds Bend 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 Gadds Bend online?
We hold no online booking link for Gadds Bend, 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. If a managing authority takes bookings by phone, their number is the fastest way to confirm a site.
Where is Gadds Bend?
Gadds Bend sits in Walwa, 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 Gadds Bend
| Facility | On site |
|---|---|
| Fishing Spot | Yes |
| River Fishing | Yes |
| Pets Welcome | Yes |
| Long Rig | Yes |
| Caravans | Yes |
| Free Camping | Yes |
| Fire Place | Yes |
| Walking | Yes |
| Large level grassy paddock | Yes |
| Camping Area | Yes |
| Canoeing Kayaking | Yes |
| Bird Watching | Yes |
| Swimming | Yes |
| Shade | Yes |
| On the bank of the Upper Murray River | Yes |
| Yes | |
| Free Overnight Camp | Yes |
| Mobile Phone Coverage | Yes |
| fishing and canoeing | Yes |
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Murray River Road
Walwa, VIC 3709
Gadds Bend
Free · no booking needed