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Lightning Creek Campground

Omeo, VIC
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CampgroundRiver FishingFishing SpotPets WelcomeTent SiteToiletsFire PlaceCaravansBBQ

About this campsite

Creek-side campground in the Victorian High Country. Remote bush camping with good trout fishing.

What this place offers

Amenities

Toilets

Activities

Fishing Spot

Accommodation Types

Tent Site
Campground
Caravans

Facilities

Picnic Tables
Shade
BBQ

Rules & Accessibility

Pets Welcome

Other Features

River Fishing
Bin
Campgrounds
Unknown feature
Free Overnight Camp
Long Rig
Fire Place

Location

Lightning Creek Campgroundβ€’111 Old Omeo Highway, Omeo, VIC, 3898

Weather Forecast

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111 Old Omeo Highway

Omeo, VIC 3898

Lightning Creek Campground