Platypus Camp
Platypus Camp
About this campsite
Free riverside campsite on Wellington River near Licola in Alpine National Park, offering basic facilities, dog-friendly camping and forest surroundings.
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Platypus Camp•VIC
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Is Platypus Camp free to camp at?
Yes. Platypus Camp 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: tent site, toilets and free camping.
What facilities does Platypus Camp have?
Platypus Camp has tent site, 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 Platypus Camp online?
We hold no online booking link for Platypus Camp, 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. If a managing authority takes bookings by phone, their number is the fastest way to confirm a site.
Where is Platypus Camp?
Platypus Camp 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 Platypus Camp
| Facility | On site |
|---|---|
| Tent Site | Yes |
| Toilets | Yes |
| Free Camping | Yes |
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