Site summary & features

• Site suitable for: Tents, camper trailers, small caravans. Not suitable for very large rigs. :contentReference[oaicite:0]{index=0}
• Road access: Unsealed gravel road (Freestone Creek Rd). Drive with care, especially after rain. :contentReference[oaicite:1]{index=1}
• Site surface: Gravel and native grass campsites / cleared areas.
• Camping permitted: Yes — free / low cost camping in the Freestone Creek precinct (confirm signage on arrival). :contentReference[oaicite:3]{index=3}
• Maximum overnight stays: Not confirmed in public listings — check Parks Victoria or signposted rules. (Not confirmed)
• Facilities: Basic picnic benches, barbecue pads at some areas, gravel parking. Some nearby areas (Blue Pool) have public toilets. :contentReference[oaicite:4]{index=4}
• Potable water: Not guaranteed — bring your own drinking water.
• Mobile phone coverage: Varies by provider; Telstra/Optus often have partial coverage in spots. Not guaranteed.
• Onsite public toilets: Limited — Blue Pool area has toilets; Froam itself may be basic drop toilets at nearby picnic areas.
• Rubbish bins: Not consistently provided — take your rubbish out. (Not confirmed)
• Open fires: Some free camps allow small campfires when there is no fire ban — check current CFA/park restrictions before lighting.
• Generator use: Not recommended — quiet bush setting. (Not confirmed)
• Number of sites available: Small precinct with a handful of sites and additional sites further along Freestone Creek Rd. Exact number not confirmed.
• Essentials to bring: Drinking water, stove, firewood if permitted, insect repellent, first aid, fuel, rubbish bags.
• Pet friendly: Many listings show dogs allowed (controlled) — check local signage.
• Fishing: Yes — Freestone Creek offers angling opportunities (recreational). Respect local rules. :contentReference[oaicite:11]{index=11}
• Short walks: Walking track to Blue Pool and short creekside walks.

Nearby services & attractions (approx distances)

• Briagolong Hotel — Briagolong town centre (approx 8–12 km / ~10–15 min drive). Pub food, basic supplies, phone: local listings.
• Places to eat — Briagolong township café / bakery / Briagolong Hotel (approx 8–12 km).
• Local attractions — Blue Pool (Freestone Creek swimming hole) — adjacent / within same precinct (~0–3 km). Scenic gorge and swimming.
• Nearest caravan parks — Maffra / Sale region caravan parks (approx 20–30 km to larger towns). Check local listings for exact sites. (Not confirmed exact name/distance)
• Next free camps — Other free/low-cost camps along Freestone Creek Road (e.g. Quarry Reserve, McKinnons Point) — within ~1–15 km depending on site.
• Nearest dump point: Likely in Briagolong township or larger nearby town (Maffra / Sale). Exact nearest dump point not confirmed — check local caravan park or council resources. (Not confirmed)
• Nearest petrol station: Briagolong / Maffra are the closest service stations (approx 8–25 km). Check fuel apps for up-to-date prices. (Not confirmed)
• Drinking water resupply: Briagolong township (approx 8–12 km). Onsite potable water not guaranteed.
• Public toilets: Blue Pool has toilets; township toilets in Briagolong.

Seasonal weather & best times

Gippsland summers (Dec–Feb) are warm and are the most popular time for swimming at Blue Pool. Autumn and spring are mild with cooler nights; winters can be cold with frost and occasional rainfall making unsealed access slippery. Always check a current forecast for Briagolong / Wellington Shire before travelling. (Weather is time-sensitive; check Bureau of Meteorology forecasts for exact dates.)