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Lightwood Camp Area

Mornington Peninsula
Free CampingToilets

About this campsite

Free walk-in camping beside Lightwood Creek on the Two Bays Walking Track. Managed by Parks Victoria with toilet facilities and abundant wildlife viewing opportunities.

Lightwood Camp Area provides free camping along the Two Bays Walking Track in Greens Bush, situated within South Gippsland's bushland. The campground lies beside Lightwood Creek in a level, grassy clearing surrounded by native vegetation. Parks Victoria manages this minimal-impact site, which is accessible only on foot, with the nearest vehicle access approximately 1.5 kilometres away at Gate 3 on Rogers Road. Basic toilet facilities are provided. The remote location offers opportunities to observe kangaroos, wallabies, echidnas and various native bird species in their natural habitat, making it suitable for bushwalkers seeking a quiet overnight stop.

Features & Facilities

Amenities

Toilets

Accommodation Types

Free Camping

Location

Weather Forecast

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FRI🌦️
13° / 9°
💧 100%
TODAY🌦️
12° / 10°
💧 87%
SUN🌦️
12° / 9°
💧 6%
MON🌤️
13° / 6°
TUE🌦️
12° / 4°
💧 6%

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