PARKS Victoria has announced three popular campgrounds at Lake Eildon will be open this summer school holidays.
The three Fraser Block campgrounds – Devil Cove, Candlebark and Lakeside – are nestled on the shores of the lake and have played host to generations of campers.
Recent water supply issues saw all three campgrounds closed over the winter – but Parks Victoria will be temporarily reopening with reduced services for the summer school holidays.
Around 100 sites will be available to book at the three campgrounds from December 6, for dates from December 20 to January 30.
Parks Victoria has funding from the Victoria’s Great Outdoors program to redevelop campgrounds in the Fraser Block so they don’t have to be closed again.
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This will mean installing water tanks and new plumbing connections at each campsite.
These works will be subject to approvals, material and contractor availability, with plans expected to be announced in the new year.
“We’re really happy to reopen the campgrounds for the busy summer season, but there will be less sites than normal, and less facilities,” said Parks Victoria ranger team leader Jane Lloyd.
“If you’re planning to come to Lake Eildon, please be aware some of the facilities will be closed, like the hot showers and barbecues at Lakeside Campground.”
Both Candlebark and Devil Cove campgrounds will have their showers and toilets open.
“Rangers monitor how things go closely and if there are any issues with the water supply we’ll let everyone know as quickly as possible,” said Ms Lloyd.
For more information about how to book camping at Lake Eildon visit Parks Victoria’s Booking Information page.
