This is one of several camp sites situated in the Big River State Forest. The forest is situated about 180 km north east of Melbourne, south east of Eildon, Big River State forest provides excellent opportunities for camping, bushwalking, picnicking, fishing, mountain biking, trail bike riding and recreational driving. The heritage classified Big River is at the scenic heart of the forested valley. Today, the Big River State forest is managed primarily for recreation use and water supply.

The Lower Big River camping areas, situated within Big River State forest, consist of a number of riverside camping areas and day visitor areas scattered along Eildon-Jamieson Road and Big River Road. Many of the sites are not suitable for caravans and have minimal facilities. Please refer to the facilities icons for more details.

SITE ACCESS
From Melbourne, follow the Maroondah Highway to Taggerty, turn-off to the right onto Taggerty-Thornton Rd and continue through to Thornton. Turn right onto the Goulburn Valley Highway, then right again onto Eildon-Jamieson Rd. Alternatively, the camping areas can also be accessed from the south via Marysville and Woods Point Rd. The camping areas on Eildon-Jamieson Rd are accessible by 2WD, however, 2WD vehicles are not recommended on Big River Rd.

FEES & BOOKINGS
Fees are not charged and booking is not necessary, although the camping areas may be crowded during peak holiday periods.

FACILITIES
There are a number of camping areas available in the Big River State forest. Of these, Chaffe Creek has flat areas suitable for large group activities. There are also two picnic areas located within the valley.

There are no facilities for rubbish collection so you must take rubbish with you when you leave and ensure the area is clean for future campers. Do not bury or dump litter in the forest.

THINGS TO DO
The surrounding forest provides excellent opportunities for fishing, recreational four-wheel-driving, camping, mountain bike riding, bushwalking, horse riding and trail bike riding. However, when on forest roads, be prepared for the unexpected. Timber trucks, 4WD’s, hikers, horse riders, trail bike riders, cyclists and native animals may also be using your chosen track.

A short drive away are other places worth visiting, including Mt Torbreck, Snobs Creek Falls , Mt Terrible, Lake Eildon National Park and the township of Jamieson.

RULES
Only camp in an existing campsite rather than create a new one and camp at least 20 meters from any stream, lake or reservoir.
Do not dig trenches around tents.
Take your rubbish home. Do not bury or dump litter in the forest.
Where drop toilets are provided, please use them for their intended purposes. Do NOT use these toilets to empty chemical waste from cassette toilets or for the disposal of general waste.
Campfires are permitted, provided the following guidelines are observed:
The fire is in a fireplace or trench 30 cm deep. Please use existing fireplaces rather than create your own.
The fire is not more than 1 square metre and 3 metres around the fire is cleared.
The fire is not left unattended and is put out before you leave.
Collect only fallen wood for fires _ Cutting down trees or damaging standing vegetation is not permitted.
Fires of all types, including portable gas and liquid fuel stoves, are prohibited on days of TOTAL FIRE BAN
It is your responsibility to know if a TOTAL FIRE BAN is declared.
For up to date information about Fire Bans refer to www.emergency.vic.gov.au
Be aware of your and your vehicle’s limitations. Most of our forest roads are dirt roads, many are four-wheel drive only (particularly after rain!) and are typically narrower than urban roads so always keep to the left.
With the exception of Murrindindi Scenic Reserve (east of Buxton) and Steavenson Falls Reserve (near Marysville), you may bring your dog into Victorian state forests, provided they are under your control at all times.

For more detailed information please visit the DELWP website via the link below.

FRC are still in the process of obtaining more information about this site and it will be updated as it comes to hand.

Data courtesy of: Department of Environment, Land, Water and Planning
Updated: 041217GR

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Address & Contact

Our Address

Eildon-Jamieson Road

GPS

-37.346654, 146.059926

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Additional Information

Suburb:

Kevington

State:

VIC

Pin Code:

3723

Location:

119 km Southeast of Euroa, VIC

Responsible Authority:

DELWP

Post ID:

12574

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