Good to know

  • No facilities provided
  • Campfires not permitted
  • Portable toilet required
  • No dogs allowed
  • Livestock may graze in this area

Activities

  • Dispersed camping
  • Walking

Camping area description

Perry River - Fernbank camping area 1, 2 and 3 provides walk-in camping on the banks of the Perry River, approximately 6 km north west of Fernbank. Pedestrian access is available along Crown land adjacent to the Perry River (refer to the map below).

This camping area is on a licensed Crown water frontage that has been designated for camping. Before visiting this site, find out about access to Crown water frontages.

The camping area is heavily vegetated with steep access to the river.

Camping is only permitted in a specifically designated area on the frontage (see map below). Other areas of Crown water frontage can be accessed for recreational activities other than camping, such as fishing, walking and picnicking.

Safety

Crown water frontages are rough and rugged bush camp areas. Before you go, it is important to consider all potential risks and hazards when accessing and camping at this location. Campers are responsible for thier own safety and the safety of those in their care.

Livestock

  • This site may be part of a working farm.
  • Cattle may be present on this water frontage and access the river.
  • If cattle approach you, avoid sudden movements and loud noises.
  • Farm animals are not pets. They can be large and unpredictable and should not be approached
  • Store your food in a secure container to avoid attracting livestock and other animals.
  • Leave all gates as you find them.

Tree hazard

  • Trees and limbs may fall unexpectedly. Avoid camping under trees.
  • Stormy and windy weather increases the risk that trees and limbs may fall.

Water and flood safety

  • Play it safe by the water.
  • Hidden dangers may include submerged objects and debris and strong currents. A storm well upstream from you could cause flash flooding.
  • Check the Bureau of Meteorology for weather forecasts and flood warnings, or visit Play it Safe by the Water for more information.

Bushfires

  • Be aware of dangerous weather and bushfire conditions.
  • Check VicEmergency for information about current fires, Fire Danger Ratings and Total Fire Bans.

Other risks that may be present include dangerous terrain, animals and adjoining farming operations.

How to get there

  1. From Fernbank travel north west on Fernbank - Stockdale Rd for 5.8 km
  2. Parking is adjacent to Fernbank - Stockdale Rd
  3. Walk adjacent to Perry River for 200 m to access camping area 1.
  4. Camping area 2 is 200 m further along the crown water frontage and camping area 3 an additional 500 m

Get directions to the camping area access point

Map - camping area

Perry River- Fernbank 1, 2 & 3

Map - Perry River- Fernbank 1, 2 & 3
(PDF, 2.5 MB)

Resources

Further information

Page last updated: 08/05/23