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Cape Conrad

Typical CampsiteCape Conrad Coastal Park is some 450 km east of Melbourne (approximately 35km SE of Orbost). It stretches from Point Ricardo to Sydenham Inlet where it joins Croajingolong National Park, which stretches through to the NSW border.

Banksia Bluff Campground can be reached via the Princes Highway turning south at Cabbage Tree Creek or turning off at Orbost and continuing west through Marlo. There are a large number of sites suitable for all sorts of vehicles. There is water on tap, flush Loos, and in campsites 1-29 a shower system that you can add your own hot water into. Most sites have the metal fire/BBQ, but bring your own firewood. 

The major drawback to this wonderful area is that camping fees of $13.90 per night (no power) apply and in peak holiday periods $17.00 per night, plus bookings are required.

 

Similarly camp areas in Croajingolong NP, such as Thurra River and Wingan Inlet with less facilities there is a fee of $13.50 per night "off peak", and around the $17.00 per night "peak". 

Attractions.

  • Fishing, Swimming, Boating/Canoeing, Hiking, Bird watching, and 4WDing are the main attractions
  • Numerous walking trails from 1 to 25 km through various coastal ecosystems, which range from sand dunes to heath lands. The walk around the East Cape Boardwalk is an absolute must.
  • Drive towards Marlo to view the Mouth of the Snowy River, and the walk down to French's Narrows is well worth the effort.
  • The Yeerung River gorge and estuary have a rich diversity of flora and fauna and hours can be spent watching the abundant birdlife.
  • Drive via the old coast road to the nearby fishing village of Bem River is easy. From here the drive to Pearl Point is a well worth it for the spectacular ocean views and we were fortunate enough to watch a Sea Eagle soaring above the Point.
  • For diversity there is the easy drive up north to the Errinundra National Park for a walk through the magnificent forest.
  • The drive through Croajingolong National Park from Cann River to Mallacoota, which is in many 4WD books, is easy in the dry. You travel through rainforest, woodlands, heathlands with some magnificant views of the ocean and inlets.

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