Kennedys Reserve Rest Area in Thologolong, VIC — photo 1

Kennedys Reserve Rest Area

Thologolong, VIC
At a glanceFree campsite
Free CampingTent SiteCaravansFishing SpotFire PlacePets WelcomeRiver FishingBBQ

About this campsite

Kennedys Reserve Rest Area is a tranquil retreat nestled in a lush bush surrounding and well insulated from roadside noise. It offers a great vantage point overlooking the wide stretch of the Murray River, with a moderately steep bank. If you're lucky, you can claim one of the few decent camping spots. The scenic views of the river rolling towards the Hume Reservoir make this small but charming spot a must-visit.

Kennedys Reserve Rest Area is a charming and tranquil setting that offers an ideal escape from the ordinary. Conveniently designed with a drive-through configuration, it boasts of a serene vista of the mighty Murray River from a lofty, moderately steep bank. Embed yourself in the calming embrace of the surrounding bush while staying comfortably tucked away from the hustle of the road. Despite its compact size, it provides limited but fantastic camping spots, albeit few are completely leveled. Experience a wider vision of the river's course here before it segues towards the Hume Reservoir. Captivating views are waiting to greet you, creating a perfect scenery to enjoy a relaxing break in your travels.

What this place offers

Activities

Fishing Spot

Accommodation Types

Tent Site
Caravans
Camping Area
Free Camping

Facilities

BBQ
Shade
Picnic Tables

Rules & Accessibility

Pets Welcome

Other Features

No toilet
Photo Opportunity
Long Rig
Overnight Rest Area
Free Overnight Camp
Day Rest Area
Fire Place
River Fishing
Bird Watching
Dry Access Only
Unknown feature
Bin
Picnic table and bins
Day Use Area
No mobile phone signal
On the bank of the Murray River
Walking

Location

Kennedys Reserve Rest AreaMurray River Road, Thologolong, VIC, 3691

Weather Forecast

via Open-Meteo
TODAY🌦️
10° / 7°
💧 84%
THU🌦️
12° / 4°
💧 27%
FRI☁️
13° / 3°
💧 6%
SAT🌦️
15° / 1°
💧 5%
SUN🌦️
9° / 6°
💧 100%

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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
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Fire Danger
Today
10°·84%·12km/h
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Tomorrow
12°·59%·10km/h
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Fri
13°·65%·6km/h
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Murray River Road

Thologolong, VIC 3691

Kennedys Reserve Rest Area

Free · no booking needed