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Lightwood Camp Area

Mornington Peninsula
At a glanceFree campsite
Free CampingToilets

About this campsite

Free walk-in camping beside Lightwood Creek on the Two Bays Walking Track. Managed by Parks Victoria with toilet facilities and abundant wildlife viewing opportunities.

Lightwood Camp Area provides free camping along the Two Bays Walking Track in Greens Bush, situated within South Gippsland's bushland. The campground lies beside Lightwood Creek in a level, grassy clearing surrounded by native vegetation. Parks Victoria manages this minimal-impact site, which is accessible only on foot, with the nearest vehicle access approximately 1.5 kilometres away at Gate 3 on Rogers Road. Basic toilet facilities are provided. The remote location offers opportunities to observe kangaroos, wallabies, echidnas and various native bird species in their natural habitat, making it suitable for bushwalkers seeking a quiet overnight stop.

What this place offers

Amenities

Toilets

Accommodation Types

Free Camping

Location

Common questions about Lightwood Camp Area

Is Lightwood Camp Area free to camp at?

We have Lightwood Camp Area in VIC recorded as a free camp, but we have not confirmed that with the operator, so treat it as unconfirmed. Sites change hands and councils bring in fees, so check the current rate before you commit to the drive.

What facilities does Lightwood Camp Area have?

Lightwood Camp Area has toilets and free camping. Facilities at camps change, particularly after a wet season, so check the operator or the managing authority if one of them decides your trip. The list comes from the site record rather than a visit, so treat it as a guide.

Can you book Lightwood Camp Area online?

We hold no online booking link for Lightwood Camp Area, so it is not bookable through this page. Many parks and showgrounds still require a booking, so contact the operator before you go. Their website or phone number is the fastest way to confirm a site.

Where is Lightwood Camp Area?

Lightwood Camp Area sits in VIC. The map on this page shows the exact spot, and the coordinates travel straight into your navigation app. Check road conditions before you set out if you are towing, since access tracks can change with the weather.

Facilities at Lightwood Camp Area

Facilities recorded for Lightwood Camp Area
FacilityOn site
ToiletsYes
Free CampingYes

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Listed as a free camp — we have not confirmed the fee with the operator
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Lightwood Camp Area

Free · no booking needed