Flat Rock Campsite, Tallarook State Forest
- Name and Address: Flat Rock Campsite, 645 Ennis Road, Tallarook, VIC 3659, Australia
- GPS Coordinates: -37.16888829445961, 145.1492998778464
- Website: Managed as part of Tallarook State Forest. Information can be found on the Forest Fire Management Victoria website.
Campground Information & Features
- Location: Tallarook State Forest, accessible via Ennis Road.
- Site Suitable For: Tents, swags, and high-clearance off-road camper trailers. Popular with 4WDs and trail bikes.
- Road Access: 4WD recommended. Unsealed forest tracks can be rough and slippery when wet.
- Site Surface: Large, flat rocky area with surrounding dirt and leaf litter.
- Camping Permitted: Yes, free dispersed camping.
- Maximum Overnight Stays: Standard 28-day state forest limit.
- Facilities: None.
- Potable Water: No. You must bring all your own water.
- Mobile Phone Coverage: Unreliable; may be available on higher ground but not guaranteed at the camp.
- Onsite Public Toilets: No. A portable toilet is mandatory.
- Rubbish Bins: No. All rubbish must be carried out.
- Open Fires: Permitted, subject to fire bans. BYO firewood.
- Generator Use: Permitted and common, given the recreational vehicle focus of the area.
- Number of Sites Available: Large open area that can accommodate many groups.
- Essentials to Bring: All water, portable toilet, vehicle recovery gear, detailed maps, firewood.
- Pet Friendly: Yes, dogs are permitted on a leash.
- Fishing: Not applicable at this location.
- Short Walks: The area is a hub for extensive bushwalking and trail bike tracks.
Nearby Amenities & Attractions
- Local Pubs:
- Tallarook Hotel (Tallarook) – Approx. 25 km
- Hogan’s Hotel (Wallan) – Approx. 35 km
- The Royal Hotel (Seymour) – Approx. 30 km
- Places to Eat:
- Tallarook (Pub, cafe) – Approx. 25 km
- Broadford (Bakeries, cafes, pubs) – Approx. 20 km
- Seymour (Wide range of options) – Approx. 30 km
- Local Attractions:
- Tallarook State Forest 4WD and trail bike network
- Mount Hickey Lookout
- Great Victorian Rail Trail access at Tallarook
- Nearest Caravan Parks:
- Broadford Caravan Park – Approx. 20 km
- Goulburn River Tourist Park (Seymour) – Approx. 30 km
- Next Free Camps:
- Freemans Camp and Picnic Area – Approx. 5 km
- Other clearings within the Tallarook State Forest
- Nearest Dump Points:
- Broadford RV Dump Point – Approx. 20 km
- Seymour Public Dump Point – Approx. 30 km
- Nearest Petrol Station:
- Broadford – Approx. 20 km
- Tallarook (Hume Hwy service centres) – Approx. 25 km
- Drinking Water Resupply:
- Broadford or Seymour are the nearest towns with reliable public taps.
- Nearest Public Toilets (offsite):
- Freemans Camp and Picnic Area – Approx. 5 km
Seasonal Weather Forecast: Tallarook Area
- Summer (Dec-Feb): Can be very hot and dry. High bushfire risk. The forest provides good shade.
- Autumn (Mar-May): Pleasant and mild, generally considered the best time for visiting. Ideal for hiking and exploring.
- Winter (Jun-Aug): Cool to cold and can be wet, making forest tracks very slippery and challenging. Frosty mornings are common.
- Spring (Sep-Nov): Mild weather, but can be variable. A fantastic time for seeing wildflowers and wildlife in the forest.