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
Tent Site
Free Camping

Facilities

Shade

Rules & Accessibility

Pets Welcome

Other Features

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
Campgrounds
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 AreaBrays Lane, Koondrook, VIC, 3580

Weather Forecast

via Open-Meteo
TODAY🌦️
14° / 5°
💧 9%
TUE🌦️
16° / 9°
💧 71%
WED🌤️
13° / 5°
💧 17%
THU☁️
12° / 3°
FRI🌤️
14° / 3°

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Free to stay

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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
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Fire Danger
Today
14°·59%·13km/h
No Rating
Tomorrow
16°·52%·24km/h
No Rating
Wed
13°·49%·20km/h
No Rating
Estimated from forecast conditionsCFA Victoria

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Brays Lane

Koondrook, VIC 3580

Guttram State Forest Camping Area

Free · no booking needed