Toolangi Springwater Forest Camp

92%

66 reviews

· Toolangi, Victoria · 6 acres

Hosted by Adam F.

RV/tent site

· 4 guests max

Staff verified

Accuracy verified by Hipcamp's on-the-ground team.

The property, Springwater, is on six acres amongst the tall trees and has two ponds served by a natural spring. We only have one campsite available at the very rear beside the forest so you will have complete privacy. There is an area of thick native forest and a stand of the critically endangered bush, the Round-leaf Pomaderris, right near the camping area. There is an abundance of birdlife at the camping location, including kookaburras, fairy wrens, greater shrike thrushes, robins, bellbirds, wedge-tail eagles, magpies and owls (namely boobooks). We are within easy reach of Toolangi State Forest with many walks and trails, including the WirraWilla Rainforest Walk and the Kalatha Giant Mountain Ash tree walk. This area is also popular for 4 wheel driving and there are plenty of tracks in the nearby state forest if you have the correct gear, vehicle and an appreciation for the wilderness. Healesville, Yarra Glen and Kinglake are equal distance away (18-20 minute drives) with services, plenty of cafes, restaurants, wineries and shopping: Healesville: Coles, IGA, Aldi Yarra Glen: IGA Kinglake: Foodworks Relax around the fire in the evenings (out of the fire danger season) and enjoy some great star gazing. Sorry, no pets. There is a toilet block onsite with a camp toilet but you can bring your own camping toilet if you desire. Please leave our beautiful spot as you found it, take your rubbish with you and respect the natural environment :)The property, Springwater, is on six acres amongst the tall trees of Toolangi and has two ponds served by a natural spring flowing 24 hours a day. There is a row boat available on the top pond. We only offer one (large-ish) campsite area available to maintain a level of privacy but multiple tents can be erected or two camper vehicles utilized. There is an area of thick native forest and a stand of critically endangered round leaf Pomaderris right near the camping area. There is an abundance of bird life around the camping location. The Yea river is around 100 metres away and can be accessed through the forest. You will here its gentle flow from the campsite. We are presently creating an array of sculptures - large fruits, eggs and fungi - which are progressively being located around the property and in the forest areas to provide additional enjoyment and contemplation. There is a "Philosopher's Trail" which encourages you to explore some of the open forest area with a scattering of philosophical quotes from famous people throughout history pinned to trees. As part of this trail you are encouraged to decipher a hidden message made up of letters from each of the ten quotes. We are within easy reach of Toolangi State Forest with many walks, trails, WirraWilla Rainforest Walk and the Kalatha Giant mountain Ash tree. This area is also popular for 4 wheel driving and there are plenty of tracks nearby if you have the correct gear and vehicle. Healesville, Yarra Glen and Kinglake are equal distance away with services, plenty of cafes, restaurants, wineries and shopping. Relax around the fire in the evenings and enjoy some great star gazing. Sorry, no pets. There is an enclosed, weatherproof camp toilet in place . Please leave our beautiful spot as you found it and respect the natural environment. During fire season in Summer and Autumn please check the Country Fire Authority website for fire restrictions: https://www.cfa.vic.gov.au/warnings-restrictions/total-fire-bans-fire-danger-ratings/can-i-or-cant-i (Google search “CFA can I or can’t I”)

RV details

Pop-up campers and Cars allowed

Vehicles under 26 feet allowed

The vehicle path at the campsite circles around so you have options.

Pull-in site

The vehicle path at the campsite circles around so you have options.

Accommodates slideouts

The vehicle path at the campsite circles around so you have options.

Surface type: Loose Gravel

The area for parking your RV is level while nearby is bush and/or undulating

Surface levelness: Flat

The area for parking your RV is level while nearby is bush and/or undulating

No Travel trailers, Fifth wheels, Class A RVs, and Class B RVs

No electrical hookup

Electricity hookup can be organised in advance with a small fee

No water hookup

There is a 25 litre water vessel and access to additional water nearby if required.

No sewage hookup

No TV hookup

Generators not allowed

What to expect

RV/tent site

You'll have this Hipcamp all to yourself.

4 guests max

Campfires allowed

Firewood provided, firepit, private. Fires are only permitted when the conditions allow. Over summer, the allowance of fires is strictly dictated by the CFA regulations: https://www.cfa.vic.gov.au/warnings-restrictions/fire-bans-ratings-and-restrictions/can-i-or-cant-i

Toilet available

Flush toilet, portable toilet. The camp toilet is within a rustic timber out-house away from the camping area and amongst the treeferns for privacy.

No pets

There is wildlife around and the property is registered with 'Landcare for Wildlife' so we do not allow pets.

Potable water available

Tap, hose, bottled water or jugs. A tap draws fresh water from our natural spring and a 25 litre water vessel is provided as backup.

Bins available

Trash bin. There should be a rubbish bin at the campsite. There's also bins (trash and recycling) up next to the shed up at the front of the property.

No showers

Bathe in lake, bathe in river or stream. There is a pond on-site with pontoon, along with the Yea River nearby in the bushes that is more if a stream rather than a river where we are in Toolangi

Cooking equipment absent

Picnic table absent

A table can be provided with advance notice and request

No wifi

Best to use your 4G network coverage

Laundry absent

Hot Tub absent

No playground

Things to know

Getting there

Check in: After 2:00 PM

Check out: Before 11:00 AM

On arrival: Head straight to site

Cancellation policy: Moderate

Minimum nights: 1 night

Accepts bookings: 6 months out

Park at listing

No wheelchair access

Max 2 vehicles

2WD accessible

Access is very moderate gravel and grassed track among trees

During your trip

Follow the

Leave it better

Inclusion policyWe have a zero-tolerance policy against discrimination at Hipcamp. We are committed to helping our Host and Hipcamper communities be inclusive.

ExtrasAvailable at checkout

Bicyclesrental

AU$10.00

We have two bicycles with helmets available for use around Toolangi.

Sculpture gardenexperience

AU$0.00

A sculpture garden is evolving at Springwater... You never know where or what you might feast your eyes on... giant fruits, large eggs, fungi or forest oddities. An ongoing project...

Forest explorer's walkexperience

AU$0.00

The forest is alive with tall trees, stunning ferns, a river crossing, tranquility, adventure and lungs full of fresh air. It may only be a small part of a larger paradise but it should insoire you and get you very close to nature.

Philosophers trailexperience

AU$0.00

There is a "Philosophers Trail" which encourages you to explore some of the open forest area with a scattering of philosophical quotes from famous people throughout history pinned to trees. As part of this trail you are encouraged to decipher a hidden message made up of letters from each of the ten quotes.

Row boatexperience

AU$3.50

There is a rowboat on the pond can be used by guests. Life jackets should be used that are also provided.

Reviews

92% Recommend83 ratings · 66 reviews

Dan W.

2 months on Hipcamp

Recommends

· January 2025

13 ft Class B · With kids

Perfect spot for the maiden voyage in our little van. Campsite & property in general are beautiful and as per the pictures in the listing. Adams comms and tips for things to see and do in the area were spot on. Wirrawilla rainforest walk & the nearby blueberry farm were highlights. Great spot for a couple of nights away from it all. But not too far away from it all!

Mia D.

3 months on Hipcamp

Recommends

· December 2024

Tent · Group trip

Absolutely gorgeous! so peaceful, super clear directions. Adam blessed us with jumper cables when one of our cars broke down. so helpful and an amazing stay

Prem R.

4 months on Hipcamp

Not recommend

· November 2024

Not worth

Tent

Got carried away by pictures .. the place is totally not worth $150+ for a night. When booking I hired boat and fire woods which is a joke. The pond shown in pictures is very small and muddy and not accessible at all . Not sure why they have boat there . Instead of fire wood they placed kindles there which can be fired for 30 min max. The host messaged that he will be there to invite us ..forget about physical presence, I tried calling him multiple times but no response..

Amy C.

1 year on Hipcamp

Recommends

· September 2024

Tent · Group trip

Adam’s campsite is very beautiful and organised. There were so many beautiful birds in the trees and the spot was mostly sheltered from the wind.

Gian C.

6 months on Hipcamp

Mixed feelings

· September 2024

Quaint little spot,

Tent · With kids

Nice little spot. Not entirely secluded, and get very muddy with rain about. Nice property to walk around, and great little spring pond. Shame the wood that was supplied was wet. You would have to bring a lot of wood yourself in the wet weather.

Garry C.

1 year on Hipcamp

Recommends

· June 2024

Tent

Private spot on a large block with toilet, water and bin accessible. Very handy if you can’t / don’t carry these things. Couple tiny homes nearby but not close enough to be intrusive. Felt safe and close to main road for easy access to local attractions and nearby Healesville. Would return.

Location

Toolangi, Victoria, AustraliaTraditional, ancestral territory of Wurundjeri First Nations according to

Native Land Digital.

To respect the Host's privacy, the precise address of this land will be provided after booking