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Prom Central Caravan Park – Your Wilsons Promontory Gateway

Prom Central Caravan Park Foster, South Gippsland VIC Accommodation

Discover the convenience and charm of Foster at Prom Central Caravan Park, ideally located right in the heart of this welcoming South Gippsland town. Situated just a stone’s throw from the main street, this park offers unparalleled access to local shops, cafes, pubs, and the Great Southern Rail Trail, making it a perfect base for exploring Foster and the wider Prom Country region. Whether you’re stopping overnight on your way to Wilsons Promontory National Park or planning a longer stay to soak up the local atmosphere, Prom Central provides a comfortable, friendly, and exceptionally convenient accommodation option. Its central location means you can easily park your caravan or car and explore the town’s amenities on foot.

Prom Central Caravan Park caters to a variety of travellers, offering spacious powered and unpowered sites suitable for caravans, motorhomes, camper trailers, and tents. The sites are generally grassy and well-maintained, providing a pleasant environment for your stay. For those seeking cabin accommodation, the park features a range of self-contained options, ensuring comfort and convenience. Guests consistently praise the park’s clean and modern facilities, which include well-kept amenities blocks, laundry services, and a fully equipped camp kitchen complete with BBQs – a popular spot for guests to cook, dine, and socialise. The park is known for its helpful management and its tidy, well-organised layout, contributing to a relaxing and hassle-free holiday experience.

Staying in Foster places you strategically for exploring South Gippsland’s diverse attractions. Wilsons Promontory National Park, with its stunning beaches and hiking trails, is within easy driving distance (approximately 50-60 minutes to the entrance). Closer by, explore the scenic beauty along the Great Southern Rail Trail, perfect for cycling or walking adventures right from the park’s vicinity. Discover local produce at nearby farm gates, visit the charming villages of Fish Creek and Toora (home of the Toora Wind Farm), or explore the coastal beauty of Sandy Point and Waratah Bay. Foster itself boasts interesting shops, galleries, a local museum, and regular markets. Prom Central Caravan Park offers the ideal blend of in-town convenience and easy access to the natural wonders of Prom Country.

Prom Central Caravan Park – VIC Location Map

Park Information

Name: Prom Central Caravan Park
Address: 38 Nelson St, Foster VIC 3960
Website: promcentralcpfoster.com.au
GPS Coordinates: -38.65494, 146.20504

Site Details

  • Location: Centrally located within the township of Foster, very close to the main street (shops, cafes) and adjacent to Foster Showgrounds/Recreation Reserve.
  • Site Suitable For: Caravans, motorhomes, camper trailers, RVs, tents, and cabin accommodation.
  • Road Access: Sealed road access (Nelson St) directly off the South Gippsland Highway (Main St).
  • Site Surface: Primarily grass sites, some may have gravel pads.

Facilities and Features

  • Picnic Tables: Yes, available in communal areas like the camp kitchen.
  • Potable Water: Yes, town water available throughout the park.
  • Mobile Phone Coverage: Yes, good coverage for major carriers (Telstra, Optus etc.) expected in Foster township.
  • TV Reception: Generally good, but may vary depending on site location and antenna quality.
  • BBQ’s: Yes, available in the camp kitchen area.
  • Onsite Public Toilets: Yes, clean amenities blocks available for guests.
  • Ullage (Dump Point): Yes, available onsite for guests. A free public dump point is also located nearby on Main St.
  • Drive Through Sites: Yes, the park offers drive-through sites.
  • Rubbish Bins: Yes, bins provided onsite.
  • Open Fires: Generally not permitted in town caravan parks. Check directly with park management (seasonal restrictions apply).
  • Generator Use: Generally not permitted. Check with management.
  • Essentials to Bring: Standard camping/caravanning equipment, bikes for the rail trail.
  • Pet Friendly: Yes, the park is pet friendly on sites (conditions apply, usually not in cabins). Confirm details when booking.
  • Fishing: Limited opportunities directly at the park, but nearby inlets (like Corner Inlet near Yanakie) and rivers offer good fishing.
  • Short Walks: Yes, easy walk into Foster town centre, access to the Great Southern Rail Trail nearby.

Local Amenities

Pubs

  • Exchange Hotel Foster: (Approx. 300 m) – Historic pub on Main Street.
  • Foster Hotel: (Approx. 400 m) – Another option on Main Street.
  • Fish Creek Hotel (Fish Creek): (Approx. 15 km) – Iconic art deco pub in the nearby town.

Places to Eat

  • Foster Pubs (Exchange & Foster Hotel): (Approx. 300-400 m) – Pub meals.
  • Cafes on Main St, Foster: (Approx. 200-500 m) – Several options including Ando’s Bakery, Kitchen Table Cafe, Cafe Max.
  • Foster Pizza & Pasta: (Approx. 300 m) – Takeaway options.

Local Attractions

  • Great Southern Rail Trail: (Access nearby, approx. 500 m) – Walking and cycling trail.
  • Foster Museum: (Approx. 500 m) – Local history museum.
  • Foster Flora Reserve: (Approx. 2 km) – Bushwalking tracks.
  • Wilsons Promontory National Park Entrance Gate: (Approx. 55 km) – Gateway to the famous national park.
  • Agnes Falls Scenic Reserve: (Approx. 20 km) – Victoria’s highest single-span waterfall.

Nearest Caravan Parks

  • Toora Tourist Park (Toora): (Approx. 12 km) – Located east in the town of Toora.
  • Yanakie Caravan Parks (e.g., BIG4 Wilsons Prom, Shallow Inlet): (Approx. 25-30 km) – Closer to the Wilsons Prom entrance.

Nearest Free Camps

  • Franklin River Reserve Rest Area (Toora): (Approx. 12 km East) – Well-regarded rest area, check for current overnight stay allowances.
  • Agnes River Rest Area: (Approx. 20 km East) – Basic roadside stop, check suitability for overnight stays.

Nearest Dump Points

  • Onsite: Dump point available for guests.
  • Foster Public Dump Point (Main St): (Approx. 500 m) – Free public facility located on Main Street near the BP service station.

Nearest Petrol Stations

  • BP Foster (Main St): (Approx. 500 m) – Located on the main street.
  • Endeavour Foster (South Gippsland Hwy): (Approx. 1 km) – Located on the highway edge of town.

Nearest Drinking Water Resupply

  • Onsite: Potable town water available throughout the park.
  • Foster Public Taps (e.g., Parks, Visitor Info): (Approx. 300-500 m) – Public taps likely available in Pearl Park or near the visitor information area/public toilets on Main St.

Nearest Public Toilets

  • Pearl Park (Main St, Foster): (Approx. 300 m) – Public toilets in the main street park area.
  • Foster Showgrounds/Recreation Reserve (adjacent): (Adjacent) – Toilets may be available depending on reserve usage.

Seasonal Weather Forecast: Foster

Summer (December – February)

  • Warm to occasionally hot, generally sunny with potential for sea breezes.
  • Mean Max: 23°C – 25°C
  • Mean Min: 12°C – 14°C
  • Mean Rain (mm): 45-55 mm
  • Mean Rain Days: 7-8

Autumn (March – May)

  • Mild sunny days, cool nights. Calm conditions common.
  • Mean Max: Cools from 23°C down to 16°C.
  • Mean Min: Cools from 12°C down to 7°C.
  • Mean Rain (mm): 55-75 mm
  • Mean Rain Days: 10-14

Winter (June – August)

  • Cool to cold, often cloudy with showers or drizzle. Frosts possible inland.
  • Mean Max: 13°C – 14°C
  • Mean Min: 5°C – 6°C
  • Mean Rain (mm): 75-90 mm
  • Mean Rain Days: 17-19 (wettest period)

Spring (September – November)

  • Cool to mild and warming, mixed sun and showers, can be windy.
  • Mean Max: Warms from 16°C up to 20°C.
  • Mean Min: Warms from 7°C up to 10°C.
  • Mean Rain (mm): 70-80 mm
  • Mean Rain Days: 14-16

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