Tranquil Waters Campground

From A$21.60 For 1 night, 2 adults
Grassy pitches (added by manager 27 Mar 2024)
New
Tree-shaded pitches (added by manager 27 mar 2024)
Bushland (added by manager 27 mar 2024)
Chairs around the firepit (added by manager 27 mar 2024)

  • Basic campground in bushland a 20-minute drive from Yarra Junction
  • Bunyip State Park 40 minutes’ drive; Puffing Billy Railway 50 minutes
  • Dogs welcome; fishing dam; a half-hour drive to Yarra Valley wineries
Tranquil Waters Campground – the name does a fair bit of the heavy lifting in terms of explaining what awaits at this 80-acre semi-rural site on a farm a 20-minute drive from Yarra Junction, west of Melbourne. This family-friendly property includes a placid spring-fed reservoir populated with golden perch – a big tick for the anglers in your midst. Meanwhile, wildlife enthusiasts might spot local beasties as they come for a drink. The peaceful vibe extends beyond the waters to encompass the entire site: you’re in the middle of a vast area of bushland here, so there will be no noises from passing traffic – just birdsong and the rustling of the leaves on the trees. Bliss. After setting up camp on a grass or earth pitch, take your canine companion (for which there is a small extra fee) for a wander around the tree-shaded grounds, or head to the firepit area to meet fellow residents. There’s a composting toilet (lime is provided), but that’s pretty much it in terms of amenities, since there is no hot or drinkable water. Come prepared by stocking up on bottled water and other necessities in Gembrook (15 minutes’ drive) or Yarra Junction. If it’s not water but wine you’re after, you’re in luck, for the site is within a half-hour drive of the Yarra Valley and its wineries, most of which arrange tastings and have cellar door shops. And of course, there’s epic hiking, in both Kurth Kiln Regional Park (half an hour) and Bunyip State Park (40 minutes).

Site type

Tent sites 6
Travel trailer sites 6
RV sites 6
Open all year
Please note
  • This park has no on-site shower facilities.
  • Under 18s must be accompanied by their parents or legal guardians.
  • Your dog must be tattooed or microchipped.
  • Group bookings of 5 or more adults are not permitted (couples and immediate family members excepted).
  • No bachelor/bachelorette parties permitted via Pitchup.com.
  • Bookings must not be for more than 21 consecutive nights.
  • Commercial vehicles (vehicles used for work-related purposes, carrying goods or fare-paying passengers) and sign-written vehicles are not permitted on site.
  • The park caters for families (immediate members) and couples only - bookings from all other forms of groups are not accepted.
  • At least one of the party members must be aged 19 or over.
  • Guests are advised to bring a good quality flashlight with them as parts of the park are unlit.
  • Bookings must not consist of more than 2 different households.
  • There are no garbage cans onsite: all garbage will need to be taken home with you.
  • Please note that the toilet facilities are unisex.
  • There is no reception building on-site: on arrival please contact the number provided on your booking confirmation.

Languages spoken

English

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Features

Leisure on park

Bar or club house

Cycle hire

Evening entertainment

Fishing

Fitness centre

Indoor swimming pool

Kids' club

On-site restaurant/cafe

Outdoor swimming pool

Playground

Recreation room/arcade

TV room

Takeout

Tennis

Watersports

Amenities on park

Bath available

Car parking by site/unit

Composting toilet

Disabled facilities

Dog park

Drying room

Free wifi

Grocery store

Ice pack freezing

Internet access

Laundromat

Parent & baby washroom

Payphone

Pick-up from public transport

Portable toilet

Pub toilets

Restrooms

Shower available

Washing-up area

Wifi

Groups welcome

Family friendly

Motorcycle friendly

Single-sex groups welcome

Student groups welcome

Rules

Barbecue grills allowed

Barbecue provided

Campfires allowed

Commercial vehicles allowed

Dogs allowed

Dogs allowed all year

Themes

Forest

Hikers’ paradise

Peaceful

Remote location

Spectacular scenery

Wildlife haven

Utilities

Charging facilities

Dump station

Electric car charging point(s)

No drinkable water point

No hot water

No running water

Propane/gas cylinders available

Recycling available

Renewable energy

Nearby amenities

Bar nearby

Dog walk nearby

Type

Farm

Tiny (1-10 sites)

Nearby leisure

Fishing nearby

Mountain biking nearby

Location

Tranquil Waters Campground

600 Thonemans Road

Hoddles Creek

Victoria

Australia

3139

Directions

Timezone

Australia/Melbourne AEST (GMT+10:00)

GPS

-37.87414°N
145.63417°W

Please note: All distances on this page are calculated "as the crow flies" - please check actual distance depending on your mode of travel using the Get directions button above.

Local attractions

Prepare for the kids to squeal with delight (and you can squeal, too) as they stroll through the Koala Forest section at Healesville Sanctuary (40 minutes’ drive). Other residents at this animal park include platypus, dingoes and kangaroos, plus colourful parrots and reptiles. The striking architecture of the building alone warrants a visit to TarraWarra Museum of Art (45 minutes). Add the varied collection of contemporary Australian art and a spectacular location, overlooking the green, vineyard-covered hills of the Yarra Valley, and you can easily spend the best part of a day here. Book a ride on the Puffing Billy Railway (50 minutes), a steam train that has been winding its way through the lush ferns of the Dandenong Ranges for more than 100 years. For the best views (and most thrilling experience), you’ll have to sit on the sill of the carriage with your legs hanging out.

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  • Does Tranquil Waters Campground have a swimming pool? No View all features
  • Is Tranquil Waters Campground dog friendly? Yes View all features
  • What attractions are near Tranquil Waters Campground? Prepare for the kids to squeal with delight (and you can squeal, too) as they stroll through the Koala Forest section at Healesville Sanctuary (40 minutes’ drive). Other residents at this animal … Read more
  • When can I check in and check out of Tranquil Waters Campground?
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  • How much does it cost to stay at Tranquil Waters Campground? From $19.40 (for 1 night, 2 adults) - prices may change depending on your dates and party.