🌿 A ripper spot for a quiet arvo under tall gums with fire pits and creekside walks, mate!

The Gums Campground Kinglake West - Peaceful Bush Camping with Creek Access - Main park image showing the beautiful facilities and surroundings

The Gums Campground in Kinglake West offers a peaceful bush camping experience just over an hour from Melbourne. Surrounded by tall gum trees and featuring a small creek nearby, it's perfect for families and nature lovers keen on walking tracks and birdwatching. Each campsite includes a firepit and picnic table, making it ideal for relaxed outdoor stays. Facilities include clean drop toilets, though some maintenance issues with BBQs and toilets have been noted. The campground is quiet on weekdays but can get busy on weekends, with limited site privacy and tight parking. Overall, it’s a great free camping spot for those wanting a nature escape close to the city.

📍 Park Information

📍 Address	Kinglake-Glenburn Rd, Kinglake West VIC 3763, Australia
📞 Phone	+61 131963
🌐 Website	Website
⭐ Rating	4.4/5 (152 reviews)
🏙️ City	Kinglake West
🗺️ Coordinates	Google Map Link
🏗️ Facilities	firepit drop toilets picnic shelter walking tracks creek access parking

🕐 Opening Hours

Opening hours information is not available. Many national and state parks are open 24/7, but visitor centers
and facilities may have specific hours.

⭐ What Makes This Park Special

Family Camping Fun with Firepits & Creek Access ✅

If you’re after a no-fuss camping spot for the whole family, The Gums Campground is a ripper choice. Each site comes with its own firepit and picnic table, perfect for cooking up a feed or just hanging out arvo and night. Kids will love exploring the nearby creek and wandering the walking tracks surrounded by tall gum trees. It’s a quiet and safe spot with plenty of room for the little ones to roam, though sites are a bit close together so keep an eye on the young ones. Just bring your own camp cooker or BBQ gear, as the communal BBQs have been out of order.

Beautiful Bushland & Creek Views That'll Take Your Breath Away 🌅

The Gums Campground is nestled among towering gum trees with a lovely creek flowing nearby, creating a peaceful bushland setting that’s a treat for nature lovers. Many campers rave about the sounds of the creek and the abundance of native birds you can spot at dawn. The walking tracks wind through the bush, offering a great way to stretch your legs and soak up the fresh air. It’s a quiet spot, especially midweek, making it perfect for escaping the hustle and bustle of city life. Just watch out for high winds due to the tall trees overhead.

Basic Facilities & Easy Access for a Simple Bush Camp 🚗

This campground keeps things simple with clean drop toilets and parking close to each site, though parking spaces can be a bit tight. Each campsite has a picnic table and firepit, so you’re set for a comfy stay. The road in is mostly sealed with a short dirt section, but some campers mention potholes and narrow access, so take care if towing. There’s no rubbish bins onsite, so bring a bag to pack out your rubbish. Booking ahead is essential as the free camping spots fill up fast, especially on weekends.

Things to Keep in Mind When Visiting ⚠️

While The Gums Campground is a beaut spot, a few things to watch for: the BBQs are often out of order, so bring your own cooking gear. Some campers mention the drop toilets can be a bit rough, with occasional vandalism and lack of toilet paper, so pack your own supplies. The sites are close together with limited privacy, which might not suit those after a quiet, secluded stay. Also, the tall gum trees can pose a risk in high winds, so check weather conditions before pitching up. Lastly, the road in has potholes and narrow sections, so drive carefully, especially with trailers or vans.

💬 What Visitors Are Saying

Each individual site has its own firepit.
Great bush camping and clean drop toilets.
Ripper little spot. Large sites, nice and quiet with lots of walks and a nice little creek nearby.
The tall gum trees surround the campgrounds. There’s a creek flowing and we could hear the sound from the campground which was lovely.
A great little place to get away.
Long Drop toilets on site. No rubbish bins. Fire pits near each site.
The BBQs were out of order.
The toilets were as clean as could be expected and had plenty of toilet paper (still bring your own).
Site 17 and 18 is essentially one site, sharing one fire pit and one picnic table. No privacy on this campground it was awks.
The road needs maintenance, so unsafe to tow our van out as it is a narrow road full of potholes.