Pakenham Caravan Park: Your Crossroads to Adventure
Contact & Location
Address: 300 Princes Highway, Pakenham, VIC 3810, Australia
Phone: (03) 5941 4252
Email: (Contact via website form)
Website: www.pakenhamcaravanpark.com.au
GPS Coordinates: -38.07287254539889, 145.4942114850276
Park Information
Rating: (4.0 stars)
- Powered & Unpowered Sites: The park offers powered sites. Unpowered sites are not typically available.
- Mobile Phone Coverage: Excellent coverage from all major carriers.
- Generator Use: Not permitted.
- Suitable For: Caravans, Motorhomes, and Cabin stays.
- Open Fires: Not permitted. BBQ facilities are provided.
- Access: Sealed road, directly on the Princes Highway.
- Site Surface: Grass and slab sites.
- Pet Friendly: No, pets are not permitted in the park.
- Fishing: Fishing opportunities at nearby Cardinia Reservoir and Western Port Bay.
- Short Walks: Close to Pakenham Creek Trail and other local walking paths.
Park Features & Facilities
- Solar-heated swimming pool
- Undercover BBQ area
- Children’s playground
- Clean amenities block
- Laundry facilities
- Modern self-contained cabins
- On-site managers
Essentials to Bring
- Drinking water hose and grey water hose
- 15 amp power lead
- Levelling blocks
- Swimwear for the pool
Explore the Local Area
Pubs & Places to Eat
- The Pakenham Hotel: A large, family-friendly pub with a bistro and sports bar (Approx. 3 km)
- La Porchetta Pakenham: Popular Italian restaurant for pizza and pasta (Approx. 4 km)
- Shanikas Pakenham: Well-regarded restaurant for modern Italian dining (Approx. 4 km)
Local Attractions
- Puffing Billy Railway (Gembrook Station): Ride the iconic heritage steam train through the Dandenong Ranges (Approx. 20 km)
- Cardinia Reservoir Park: A beautiful spot for picnics, walks, and seeing kangaroos (Approx. 15 km)
- Gumbuya World: A large theme park with wildlife, rides, and a water park (Approx. 15 km)
- Phillip Island: An easy day trip to see the famous Penguin Parade and other wildlife attractions (Approx. 70 km)
Nearby Parks & Services
Alternate Caravan Parks
- Casey Gardens Residential Village (Narre Warren): (Approx. 15 km)
- Drouin Caravan Park: (Approx. 25 km)
- Frankston Holiday Park: (Approx. 30 km)
Alternate Free Camps
- Free camping is very limited in this urban fringe area.
- Kurth Kiln Scout Loop, Gembrook: Forest camping with toilets (Approx. 25 km)
- Mortimer Picnic Ground, Bunyip State Park: Basic bush camping (Approx. 30 km)
Nearest Dump Points
- Drouin Caravan Park: Fee may apply for non-guests (Approx. 25 km)
- Frankston Holiday Park: Fee may apply for non-guests (Approx. 30 km)
- Warragul Public Dump Point: (Approx. 35 km)
Nearest Petrol Station
- BP Pakenham South: 1020 Healesville-Koo Wee Rup Rd (Approx. 2 km)
- Shell Coles Express Pakenham: Pakenham Place Shopping Centre (Approx. 4 km)
Nearest Alternate Drinking Water Resupply
- The park provides potable town water to all sites.
- Pakenham Lakeside Park: Public taps and drinking fountains are available for filling bottles (Approx. 5 km)
Seasonal Weather Guide
Summer (Dec – Feb)
Warm to hot weather, perfect for using the park’s pool and for day trips to the coast. Average max temperature: 25-27°C.
Autumn (Mar – May)
Mild and pleasant days, ideal for exploring the Dandenong Ranges and local wineries. Average max temperature: 17-24°C.
Winter (Jun – Aug)
Cold and often wet. A good time to explore Melbourne’s indoor attractions or enjoy the cosy cafes in the Dandenongs. Average max temperature: 13-15°C.
Spring (Sep – Nov)
Cool to mild with variable weather. A beautiful time to visit the region’s many gardens and parks as they come into bloom. Average max temperature: 17-22°C.