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Horseshoe Bend Merbein Camping Area

Merbein, VIC
At a glanceFree campsite
Free CampingToiletsPets WelcomeCaravansTent SiteFishing SpotSwimmingBoat RampRiver Fishing

About this campsite

Horseshoe Bend Merbein Camping Area is a tranquil, riverfront locale for camping enthusiasts. Nestled behind an old racecourse, it offers scenic spots with different levels, suitable for tents and camper trailers, the ideal place for an authentic bush camping experience. An environmentally mindful space, it encourages visitors to take their rubbish upon departure. It's an outdoor paradise, especially for those who enjoy fishing, providing a perfect opportunity for anglers to try for a catch of the day.

Horseshoe Bend Merbein Camping Area is a quaint, free campground situated alongside the Murray River, just north of Merbein. It offers a serene bush camping experience, enhanced by the captivating riverside scenery. The area comprises multiple sites accessible via several tracks from the main gravel road. A warning for campers is that the ground could slope towards the river in some spots, so having leveling blocks on hand might be advisable. While waste bins are available on-site, campers are encouraged to remove their own rubbish upon leaving as part of commitment to maintaining this site's natural beauty. The camping area's prime location at the river's northern end provides ample space and boasts leveler ground. Beyond the charm of the quiet, rural ambiance, the location is an angler's delight, rendering an excellent opportunity for attempting to catch a fresh fish dinner.

How to Get There

Proceed to waypoint on Old Wentworth Road. At waypoint turn north-west onto dirt road and follow for about 1km to campground. GPS coordinates located at the boat ramp. Waypoint coordinates optional, as most GPSs can find the destination.

What this place offers

Amenities

Toilets

Activities

Fishing Spot
Public Boat Ramp
Swimming
Boat Ramp

Accommodation Types

Camping Area
Caravans
Tent Site
Campgrounds

Facilities

Shade
Picnic Tables

Rules & Accessibility

Pets Welcome

Other Features

Photo Opportunity
Dry Access Only
Mobile Phone Coverage
Long Rig
Unknown feature
Free Overnight Camp
Shady and sunny positions
No facilities here
Please take rubbish away on departure
Canoeing Kayaking
River Fishing
Bird Watching
Boat ramp at the northern end
On the bank of the Murray River
Longdrop toilets near boar ramp
Excellent fishing spot
Walking

Location

Horseshoe Bend Merbein Camping Area•Wentworth Road, Merbein, VIC, 3505

Weather Forecast

Data from MET Norway
TODAY☀️
13° / 11°
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MON☁️
19° / 8°
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TUE☁️
21° / 9°
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WED☀️
20° / 9°
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THU☀️
23° / 10°
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Common questions about Horseshoe Bend Merbein Camping Area

Is Horseshoe Bend Merbein Camping Area free to camp at?

Yes. Horseshoe Bend Merbein Camping Area in Merbein, 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: toilets, photo opportunity, pets welcome and camping area.

What facilities does Horseshoe Bend Merbein Camping Area have?

Horseshoe Bend Merbein Camping Area has toilets, photo opportunity, pets welcome, camping area, dry access only and mobile phone coverage. That is the short list; 27 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 Horseshoe Bend Merbein Camping Area?

The record for Horseshoe Bend Merbein 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 Horseshoe Bend Merbein Camping Area online?

We hold no online booking link for Horseshoe Bend Merbein 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 Horseshoe Bend Merbein Camping Area?

Horseshoe Bend Merbein Camping Area sits in Merbein, 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 Horseshoe Bend Merbein Camping Area

Facilities recorded for Horseshoe Bend Merbein Camping Area
FacilityOn site
ToiletsYes
Photo OpportunityYes
Pets WelcomeYes
Camping AreaYes
Dry Access OnlyYes
Mobile Phone CoverageYes
Long RigYes
ShadeYes
CaravansYes
Yes
Tent SiteYes
Free Overnight CampYes
Fishing SpotYes
Public Boat RampYes
Shady and sunny positionsYes
No facilities hereYes
Please take rubbish away on departureYes
Canoeing KayakingYes
SwimmingYes
Boat RampYes
River FishingYes
Bird WatchingYes
Boat ramp at the northern endYes
On the bank of the Murray RiverYes
Picnic TablesYes
Longdrop toilets near boar rampYes
Excellent fishing spotYes
CampgroundsYes
WalkingYes

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

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Fire Danger
Today
13°·71%·16km/h
No Rating
Tomorrow
19°·38%·14km/h
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Tue
21°·33%·16km/h
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Wentworth Road

Merbein, VIC 3505

Horseshoe Bend Merbein Camping Area

Free · no booking needed