Guttram State Forest Camping Area in Koondrook, VIC — photo 1

Guttram State Forest Camping Area

Koondrook, VIC
At a glanceFree campsite
Free CampingFishing SpotRiver FishingCaravansPets WelcomeSwimmingTent Site

About this campsite

The Guttram State Forest Camping Area is an authentic camping experience located in a pristine forest setting by the Murray River. Offering a unique, open arrangement, campers have the freedom to choose their best-suited spots. However, it is advised for safety reasons to not camp under older trees with dead branches for fear of falling limbs. Use of 4WD vehicles is highly suggested due to the rough terrain. Adventure and precaution together create a memorable experience at the Guttram State Forest.

Guttram State Forest Camping Area is a stunning campground encompassed in a forest full of towering rivergum trees on the Murray River's banks. The lack of formal camping spots allows campers the freedom to find their perfect spot to settle in. However, this idyllic location comes with a dash of adventure - caution is advised due to occasional falling limbs from these regal trees, especially the older ones with dead branches. The state forest's roads are best navigated in dry weather, and a 4WD is suggested due to deep wheel tracks. Navigating these roads require you to take it slow through the rougher patches to prevent damage, adding a bit of thrill to your camping endeavour. VStack up the perfect blend of natural beauty, freedom, and thrill as you pitch your tent in this quintessential forest camping area.

How to Get There

Be sure to navigate via the waypoint, or you may end up on the wrong side of the Murray River. Proceed to waypoint on Cassidy Lane. Continue to the end of the road, not taking any left turns. The road leads to Brays Lane which takes you into the state forest. Just follow the road until you find somewhere that you like.

What this place offers

Activities

Fishing Spot
Swimming

Accommodation Types

Camping Area
Caravans
Campgrounds
Tent Site
Free Camping

Facilities

Shade

Rules & Accessibility

Pets Welcome

Other Features

Lookout
Unknown feature
Rough Road Conditions
Bird Watching
4WD territory
Red rivergum forest; beware of falling limbs
Walking
No formal camping spaces
Photo Opportunity
River Fishing
Good mobile signal
Dry Access Only
Canoeing Kayaking
Free Overnight Camp
Mobile Phone Coverage
Long Rig
On the bank of the Murray River

Location

Guttram State Forest Camping Area•Brays Lane, Koondrook, VIC, 3580

Weather Forecast

Data from MET Norway
SAT🌤️
19° / 11°
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SUN☀️
20° / 7°
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MON☁️
25° / 9°
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TUE☁️
33° / 15°
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WED🌤️
19° / 13°
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Common questions about Guttram State Forest Camping Area

Is Guttram State Forest Camping Area free to camp at?

Yes. Guttram State Forest Camping Area in Koondrook, 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: lookout, fishing spot, rough road conditions and bird watching.

What facilities does Guttram State Forest Camping Area have?

Guttram State Forest Camping Area has lookout, fishing spot, rough road conditions, bird watching, 4wd territory and red rivergum forest; beware of falling limbs. That is the short list; 24 facilities are recorded for this site in total. The list comes from the site record rather than a visit, so treat it as a guide.

Are dogs allowed at Guttram State Forest Camping Area?

The record for Guttram State Forest 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 Guttram State Forest Camping Area online?

We hold no online booking link for Guttram State Forest 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 Guttram State Forest Camping Area?

Guttram State Forest Camping Area sits in Koondrook, 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 Guttram State Forest Camping Area

Facilities recorded for Guttram State Forest Camping Area
FacilityOn site
LookoutYes
Fishing SpotYes
Yes
Rough Road ConditionsYes
Bird WatchingYes
4WD territoryYes
Red rivergum forest; beware of falling limbsYes
WalkingYes
Camping AreaYes
ShadeYes
No formal camping spacesYes
Photo OpportunityYes
River FishingYes
CaravansYes
CampgroundsYes
Good mobile signalYes
Dry Access OnlyYes
Canoeing KayakingYes
Free Overnight CampYes
Mobile Phone CoverageYes
Pets WelcomeYes
Long RigYes
SwimmingYes
Tent SiteYes
On the bank of the Murray RiverYes
Free CampingYes

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Free to stay

No booking needed — first come, first served

Free campsite — no booking needed, sites are first come, first served.

$0 camping — no fees at this site
Sites are first come, first served — arrive early on holidays
Check the weather & fire outlook below before you go
Fire Danger
Low–Moderate
Tomorrow
19°·21%·27km/h
No Rating
Sun
20°·26%·18km/h
No Rating
Mon
25°·18%·13km/h
Low–Moderate
Estimated from forecast conditionsCFA Victoria

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Brays Lane

Koondrook, VIC 3580

Guttram State Forest Camping Area

Free · no booking needed