Shaws Flat Camping Area
Shaws Flat Camping Area
About this campsite
Shaws Flat Camping Area is a charming location nestled near Rutherglen, providing access to a pristine section of the Murray River. Here, you can immerse yourself in an array of outdoor activities including boating, made convenient with a nearby boat ramp, and fishing. The site allows a selection of serene riverside campsites, making it a local and traveler favorite for those seeking tranquility in nature. Whether you want to relax by nature or stargaze at night, Shaws Flat Camping Area ensures an unforgettable escapade.
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Shaws Flat Camping Area•Shaws Flat Road, Carlyle, VIC, 3685
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Common questions about Shaws Flat Camping Area
Is Shaws Flat Camping Area free to camp at?
Yes. Shaws Flat Camping Area in Carlyle, 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: free overnight camp, fire place, mobile phone coverage and tent site.
What facilities does Shaws Flat Camping Area have?
Shaws Flat Camping Area has free overnight camp, fire place, mobile phone coverage, tent site, caravans and dry access only. That is the short list; 23 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 Shaws Flat Camping Area?
The record for Shaws Flat 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 Shaws Flat Camping Area online?
We hold no online booking link for Shaws Flat Camping Area, 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 Shaws Flat Camping Area?
Shaws Flat 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 Shaws Flat Camping Area
| Facility | On site |
|---|---|
| Free Overnight Camp | Yes |
| Fire Place | Yes |
| Mobile Phone Coverage | Yes |
| Tent Site | Yes |
| Caravans | Yes |
| Dry Access Only | Yes |
| Boat Ramps | Yes |
| Swimming | Yes |
| Canoeing Kayaking | Yes |
| On the bank of the Murray River | Yes |
| Pets Welcome | Yes |
| Public Boat Ramp | Yes |
| Walking | Yes |
| Bird Watching | Yes |
| River Fishing | Yes |
| Long Rig | Yes |
| Shade | Yes |
| Photo Opportunity | Yes |
| Boat Ramp | Yes |
| Campgrounds | Yes |
| Yes | |
| Fishing Spot | Yes |
| Camping Area | Yes |
| fishing and boating | Yes |
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Shaws Flat Road
Carlyle, VIC 3685
Shaws Flat Camping Area