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Fort O'Hare Campground

Dartmoor, VIC

About this campsite

Fort O'Hare Campground is a delightful and versatile camping area set among the trees or in open clearings. Offering access to a natural spring for drinking water, they also feature essential amenities, including fire pits, barbeques and picnic tables. One of their central attractions is the direct stairway to the Glenelg River, which includes a small wharf for canoe and kayak launches. Additionally, they provide a secure swimming area for children. The nearby town boasts striking wooden sculptures, making it a complete package for a tranquil and adventurous camping experience.

Fort O'Hare Campground is the ideal getaway for nature enthusiasts, nestled at the commencement of an enchanting 4-day canoe journey to Nelson via Lower Glenelg National Park. This site offers amenities such as natural spring drinking water at the nearby picnic area and additional access to drinking water in-town. The campground's charm lies in its flexibility. Set up your tent in the cozy forest glades for a rustic experience or pick an open spot in the expansive grassy field, equipped with fire pits, barbecues, and picnic tables. The area welcomes visitors with no time restrictions or grey water constraints, solely encouraging donations for upkeep. What sets the place apart is the community's addition of a stairway leading to Glenelg River. This installation not only facilitates canoe and kayak launching, but also serves as a perfect swimming spot. For families with young ones, a safeguarded children's swimming area featuring a small beach and barrier is situated nearby. The delight of visiting doesn't stop there; make sure to take a stroll along Greenham Street, beautifully adorned with intricate wood carvings. Fort O'Hare Campground accentuates the joy of outdoor living, promising a truly rejuvenating experience.

How to Get There

From waypoint on Princes Highway, turn north into Ascot Street. Proceed for a couple of blocks until you come to Greenham Street where you turn right and continue to the campground at the end of the street, by the Glenelg River

Features & Facilities

Amenities

Toilets
Drinking Water

Activities

Fishing
Fishing Spot

Accommodation Types

Tent Site
Caravans
Campground

Facilities

Shade

Other Features

On the bank of the Glenelg River
Pets Welcome
Campgrounds
Canoeing
Mobile Phone Coverage
Long Rig
Walking
Canoeing Kayaking
Free Overnight Camp
Unknown feature
River Fishing

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