Police Paddocks Camping Area

Carlyle, VIC

Carlyle, VIC

At a glanceFree campsite

Free CampingRiver FishingTent SitePets WelcomeFishing SpotSwimmingCaravans

About this campsite

Free camping at the historic Police Paddocks near Rutherglen. Close to world-renowned wineries and cellar doors.

How to Get There

Follow police paddocks road to a ‘T’ intersection and turn left and follow the River Access sign. Access is over a narrow cattle grid, large vehicles will need to watch clearances. Caution during wet weather the road will become slippery and boggy.

What this place offers

Activities

Fishing Spot

Swimming

Accommodation Types

Free Camping

Tent Site

Caravans

Camping Area

Facilities

Shade

Rules & Accessibility

Pets Welcome

Other Features

Lookout

Campgrounds

Free Overnight Camp

Mobile Phone Coverage

River Fishing

Unknown feature

Watch for falling branches

Walking

Long Rig

Photo Opportunity

On the bank of the Murray River

Location

Police Paddocks Camping Area•Police Paddocks Road, Carlyle, VIC, 3685

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🎯 Things to Do Nearby

within 50km

Activities and attractions near Police Paddocks Camping Area

📍

10.1km

Howlong Lions Park

Attraction

Howlong, NSW

Lions park in Howlong with picnic facilities. Day use rest area.

ToiletsPicnic TablesPets Welcome

Common questions about Police Paddocks Camping Area

Is Police Paddocks Camping Area free to camp at?

We have Police Paddocks Camping Area in Carlyle, VIC recorded as a free camp, but we have not confirmed that with the operator, so treat it as unconfirmed. Sites change hands and councils bring in fees, so check the current rate before you commit to the drive.

What facilities does Police Paddocks Camping Area have?

Police Paddocks Camping Area has lookout, free camping, campgrounds, free overnight camp, mobile phone coverage and river fishing. That is the short list; 18 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 Police Paddocks Camping Area?

The record for Police Paddocks 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 Police Paddocks Camping Area online?

We hold no online booking link for Police Paddocks 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 Police Paddocks Camping Area?

Police Paddocks Camping Area sits in Carlyle, 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 Police Paddocks Camping Area

Facilities recorded for Police Paddocks Camping Area
Facility	On site
Lookout	Yes
Free Camping	Yes
Campgrounds	Yes
Free Overnight Camp	Yes
Mobile Phone Coverage	Yes
River Fishing	Yes
Tent Site	Yes
Shade	Yes
Pets Welcome	Yes
	Yes
Fishing Spot	Yes
Swimming	Yes
Watch for falling branches	Yes
Walking	Yes
Long Rig	Yes
Caravans	Yes
Photo Opportunity	Yes
On the bank of the Murray River	Yes
Camping Area	Yes

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