Strath Creek Station: Private Riverside Camping near the Tallarook Ranges

Escape the crowds and discover a slice of private rural paradise at Strath Creek Station, a beautiful farm stay campground offering a unique and secluded bush experience. Located just an hour from Melbourne, this stunning property provides a tranquil retreat nestled between the Tallarook State Forest and the charming King Parrot Creek. Unlike public campgrounds, Strath Creek Station offers the rare opportunity for campers to find their own private spot across acres of picturesque farmland, ensuring peace, quiet, and an intimate connection with nature. The property is a haven for wildlife, with kangaroos, wombats, and a vast array of native birdlife frequently spotted, offering an authentic Australian bush setting.

The campground is perfectly suited for self-contained campers, from those in tents to swags, camper trailers, and off-road caravans. The sites are spacious, grassy, and spread out, allowing guests to choose between open paddocks with stunning views or sheltered spots among the trees. The gentle King Parrot Creek meanders through the property, providing a beautiful backdrop and a perfect spot for a refreshing dip, a bit of fishing, or simply relaxing by the water’s edge. Being a private farm, it is exceptionally pet-friendly, with plenty of space for dogs to explore under supervision. Campfires are a central part of the experience here, with fire pits often available for use outside of fire ban periods. This is a true back-to-basics camp where you bring what you need and take everything home, leaving no trace. For travellers seeking an exclusive and peaceful camping experience away from the hustle and bustle, with the freedom to truly unwind in nature, Strath Creek Station is an unparalleled destination.

Campground Information

• Name: Strath Creek Station
• Address: 2527 Broadford-Flowerdale Rd, Strath Creek VIC 3658, Australia
• GPS Coordinates: -37.270911846924356, 145.27292902804052
• Website: Bookings typically via platforms like Hipcamp. View on Hipcamp

Features & Facilities

• Location: Private farm property bordering King Parrot Creek and near Tallarook State Forest.
• Site Suitable For: Tents, camper trailers, off-road caravans, and swags. Requires self-contained setup.
• Road Access: Good access via sealed road, with internal farm tracks that may be 2WD accessible in dry weather.
• Site Surface: Grass.
• Camping Permitted: Yes, bookings are essential via a platform like Hipcamp.
• Maximum Overnight Stays: As per booking platform rules.
• Facilities: This is a self-contained camping experience. No public facilities provided.
• Potable Water: No. You must bring all your own water.
• Mobile Phone Coverage: Patchy, depends on the carrier and specific location on the property.
• Onsite Public Toilets: No. Campers must have their own portable toilet.
• Rubbish Bins: No. A strict carry-in, carry-out policy applies.
• Open Fires: Generally permitted in designated fire pits when fire restrictions are not in place.
• Generator Use: Permitted, with consideration for other campers.
• Number of Sites Available: Limited number of private, dispersed sites.
• Essentials to Bring: All water, portable toilet, rubbish bags, firewood, cooking equipment.
• Pet Friendly: Yes, this is a very pet-friendly location.
• Fishing: Yes, in King Parrot Creek.
• Short Walks: Explore the private property and nearby Tallarook State Forest.

Local Amenities & Attractions

• Local Pubs:
  • Flowerdale Hotel – approx. 12 km
  • Broadford Hotel – approx. 18 km
  • Royal Mail Hotel (Yea) – approx. 25 km
• Places to Eat:
  • Flowerdale Hotel – approx. 12 km
  • Cafes and bakeries in Broadford – approx. 18 km
  • Multiple dining options in Yea – approx. 25 km
• Local Attractions:
  • Tallarook State Forest (4WDing, trail biking)
  • Great Victorian Rail Trail (accessible from Tallarook or Yea)
  • Yea Wetlands

Nearby Parks & Services

• Nearest Caravan Parks:
  • Yea Riverside Caravan Park – approx. 25 km
  • BIG4 Seymour Holiday Park – approx. 35 km
• Nearest Alternate Free Camps:
  • Trawool Wildlife Reserve (Horseshoe Lagoon) – approx. 20 km
  • Yea Recreation Reserve – approx. 25 km
• Nearest Dump Points:
  • Broadford Public Dump Point – approx. 18 km
  • Yea Public Dump Point – approx. 25 km
• Nearest Petrol Station: Broadford – approx. 18 km.
• Nearest Drinking Water Resupply: Broadford or Yea.
• Nearest Public Toilets: Broadford or Yea.

Seasonal Weather Forecast

• Summer (Dec-Feb): Warm to hot days with mild evenings. Average maximums are around 28°C.
• Autumn (Mar-May): Mild, sunny days and cool nights. Average maximums range from 16°C to 25°C.
• Winter (Jun-Aug): Cool days and cold, frosty nights. Average maximums are around 13°C.
• Spring (Sep-Nov): Cool to mild days with green, rolling hills. Average maximums range from 16°C to 23°C.