Kurth Kiln Camping and Picnic (2nd)

Yarra Valley & Dandenong Ranges

Yarra Valley & Dandenong Ranges

At a glanceFree campsite

Free CampingToilets

About this campsite

Free bush camping site near Gembrook, 65km east of Melbourne. Dogs on leads welcome. Toilets available. Walking and mountain bike tracks through bushland.

Kurth Kiln Camping and Picnic (2nd) is a free bush camping site within Kurth Kiln Regional Park, approximately 65 kilometres east of Melbourne near Gembrook. The area offers basic toilet facilities and welcomes dogs on leads, making it one of the closest free bush camping options to urban Melbourne. Visitors can explore the park's rugged bushlands via walking and mountain bike tracks, with horse riding trails also available in designated areas. The park provides a peaceful bushland setting for budget travellers and campers seeking accessible natural surroundings close to the city.

What this place offers

Amenities

Toilets

Accommodation Types

Free Camping

Location

Kurth Kiln Camping and Picnic (2nd)•VIC

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Common questions about Kurth Kiln Camping and Picnic (2nd)

Is Kurth Kiln Camping and Picnic (2nd) free to camp at?

Yes. Kurth Kiln Camping and Picnic (2nd) in 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 and free camping.

What facilities does Kurth Kiln Camping and Picnic (2nd) have?

Kurth Kiln Camping and Picnic (2nd) has toilets and free camping. Facilities at camps change, particularly after a wet season, so check the operator or the managing authority if one of them decides your trip. The list comes from the site record rather than a visit, so treat it as a guide.

Can you book Kurth Kiln Camping and Picnic (2nd) online?

We hold no online booking link for Kurth Kiln Camping and Picnic (2nd), 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.

Where is Kurth Kiln Camping and Picnic (2nd)?

Kurth Kiln Camping and Picnic (2nd) sits in 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 Kurth Kiln Camping and Picnic (2nd)

Facilities recorded for Kurth Kiln Camping and Picnic (2nd)
Facility	On site
Toilets	Yes
Free Camping	Yes

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