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Police Paddocks Camping Area

Carlyle, VIC

About this campsite

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

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.

Features & Facilities

Activities

Fishing Spot
Swimming

Accommodation Types

Free Camping
Tent Site
Caravans
Camping Area

Facilities

Shade

Other Features

Campgrounds
Free Overnight Camp
Mobile Phone Coverage
River Fishing
Pets Welcome
Unknown feature
Watch for falling branches
Walking
Long Rig
Photo Opportunity
On the bank of the Murray River

Weather Forecast

via Open-Meteo
THU☁️
28° / 17°
FRI☁️
25° / 12°
SAT☁️
25° / 12°
💧 3%
SUN☁️
22° / 14°
💧 21%
MON☁️
25° / 16°
💧 23%

🎯 Things to Do Nearby

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Activities and attractions near Police Paddocks Camping Area

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Fire Danger
Low–Moderate
Tomorrow
28°·36%·16km/h
Low–Moderate
Fri
25°·36%·16km/h
Low–Moderate
Sat
25°·44%·14km/h
Low–Moderate
Estimated from forecast conditionsCFA Victoria

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