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North Arm Tourist Park – Your Lakes Entrance Waterfront Base

North Arm Tourist Park, Your Lakes Entrance Boating & Fishing Haven

Discover an angler’s and boater’s paradise at the North Arm Tourist Park, perfectly situated on the tranquil waterfront of the North Arm in Lakes Entrance. This friendly and relaxed park is a dream destination for anyone with a passion for the water, offering unparalleled access to the magnificent Gippsland Lakes with its own private jetties and boat ramp. Set in a quiet, picturesque location away from the main highway rush, the park provides a serene atmosphere while still being just a short drive or a pleasant walk from the bustling town centre, making it the ideal base for a classic coastal holiday.

The park is celebrated for its direct water access and its focus on providing a comfortable and convenient stay for all its guests. It offers a great range of accommodation, including spacious powered sites for caravans, motorhomes, and tents, as well as a variety of clean and comfortable self-contained cabins to suit families and couples. The facilities are designed to enhance your waterside holiday, featuring a solar-heated swimming pool, a children’s playground, and an excellent camp kitchen and BBQ area for cooking up the day’s catch. With fish cleaning facilities and boat parking, every need of the keen angler is catered for. The park’s friendly vibe makes it a favourite for returning families and fishing groups year after year.

From the park’s private jetty, a world of aquatic adventure awaits. Explore the vast Gippsland Lakes system, renowned for its incredible bream and flathead fishing, or take a short cruise to the main town jetties. By land, the park is a fantastic starting point for exploring the region’s attractions. Stroll over the iconic footbridge to the pristine Ninety Mile Beach, indulge in fresh seafood from the local fishing fleet, or take a day trip to the stunning Buchan Caves. For a holiday that is all about relaxing by the water, reeling in a big catch, and enjoying the natural beauty of the Gippsland Lakes, the North Arm Tourist Park is the perfect choice.

North Arm Tourist Park – VIC Location Map

Park Information

Name: North Arm Tourist Park
Address: 76 Marine Parade, Lakes Entrance VIC 3909
Website: www.northarmpark.com.au
GPS Coordinates: -37.88089, 147.97762

Site Details

  • Location: Absolute waterfront on the quiet North Arm of the Gippsland Lakes in Lakes Entrance.
  • Site Suitable For: Caravans, motorhomes, camper trailers, and tents. Cabins are also available.
  • Road Access: Sealed road access.
  • Site Surface: Spacious, grassy sites.

Facilities

  • Private Boat Ramp & Jetties
  • Solar-Heated Swimming Pool
  • Children’s Playground
  • Camp Kitchen & BBQ Area
  • Fish Cleaning & Boat Wash Facilities
  • Onsite Public Toilets & Showers
  • Guest Laundry
  • Onsite Dump Point
  • Potable Water, Rubbish Bins & Kiosk
  • Good Mobile Phone & TV Reception

Activities & Essentials

  • Essentials to Bring: Your boat, kayaks, and all your fishing gear for the fantastic lake fishing.
  • Pet-Friendly: No, pets are not permitted in the park.
  • Open Fires: Open fires are not permitted. The park provides excellent BBQ facilities.
  • Generator Use: Generators are not permitted.
  • Fishing: Excellent fishing directly from the park’s jetties and boat ramp for bream, flathead, and other estuary species.
  • Short Walks: Pleasant and scenic walks along Marine Parade and the North Arm foreshore.

Local Amenities

Pubs

  • Central Hotel, Lakes Entrance: Approximately 2 km
  • Lakes Entrance Hotel (The Top Pub): Approximately 2.5 km
  • Bellevue on the Lakes (with bar): Approximately 2 km

Places to Eat

  • The Floating Dragon (on a boat): Approximately 1.5 km
  • Sodafish: Approximately 2 km
  • A wide variety of cafes and restaurants along the Esplanade: Approximately 2 km

Local Attractions

  • Lakes Entrance Footbridge to Ninety Mile Beach: Approximately 2 km
  • Griffiths’ Sea Shell Museum & Marine Display: Approximately 2.5 km
  • Gippsland Lakes Cruises (departing from the Esplanade): Approximately 2 km
  • Lakes Entrance Aqua Park (seasonal): Approximately 1.5 km
  • Buchan Caves: Approximately 60 km

Nearest Caravan Parks

  • BIG4 Whiters Holiday Village: Approximately 1 km
  • NRMA Eastern Beach Holiday Park: Approximately 2.5 km

Nearest Free Camps

  • Log Crossing Picnic Area (Colquhoun State Forest): Approximately 8 km
  • Pettmans Beach Campground (Lake Tyers Forest Park): Approximately 22 km

Nearest Dump Points

  • Onsite at Park
  • Lakes Entrance Visitor Information Centre Public Dump Point: Approximately 1 km

Nearest Petrol Stations

  • Shell (Coles Express) Lakes Entrance: Approximately 2 km
  • Caltex Lakes Entrance: Approximately 2.5 km

Drinking Water Resupply

  • Onsite at Park
  • Lakes Entrance Visitor Information Centre: Approximately 1 km

Nearest Public Toilets

  • Onsite at Park
  • North Arm Public Toilets (near boat ramp): Approximately 400m

Seasonal Weather Forecast: Lakes Entrance

  • Summer (December – February): Warm and popular, with average maximum temperatures around 24-25°C. Perfect for swimming, boating, and all water activities.
  • Autumn (March – May): Mild, sunny days and calm waters make it an ideal time for fishing and exploring the lakes without the summer crowds.
  • Winter (June – August): Cool, with average maximums around 14-16°C. A quieter time to visit, great for scenic walks and enjoying cosy cafes.
  • Spring (September – November): Mild and pleasant weather. A beautiful time for exploring as the surrounding bushland comes to life with wildflowers.

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