Best for self-contained campers. There are no toilets, showers, or potable water at this Hipcamp.
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Off-leash friendly
Pets can be off-leash at this Hipcamp.
Located within 50 acres of bushland, just out of Hepburn Springs and Daylesford. Serenity.
Experience the beautiful Australian bush, fantastic night skies and the amazing colours of the sun rising and setting. You also have the opportunity to observe local wildlife; kangaroos, kookaburras and possibly echidnas.
There are many wineries, bushwalks, town markets to explore and this is well suited to mountain biking due to the proximity of the Goldfields track.
Please check the CFA website with regards to fire restrictions: https://www.cfa.vic.gov.au/warnings-restrictions/fire-bans-ratings-and-restrictions. This property is located in 'Central' district.
The Fire Danger Period is from 25 Nov '24 to 1 May '25.
Campfires are allowed during this period only under certain conditions - please check or ask.The Ridge is a beautiful open campsite with views of the dam and further afield. Sit back and enjoy the sounds of the Australian bush, located on part of the Goldfields Track. Campfires permitted in designated camp firepit, (subject to official CFA fire restrictions. Please refer to the CFA website - Hepburn Shire -for clarity on restrictions. We are currently in a declared Fire Danger Period until 1/5/25. This means anytime winds are over 10kmph a campfire cannot be lit). Firewood available for when fires are permitted, (do not cut down any trees, there’s plenty of wood stacked or to collect from the ground). We are located 10 minutes from Daylesford & Glenlyon, Kyneton (30mins), Castlemaine, (20 mins) Newstead (20 mins). Lots of wineries nearby. The property is 50 acres, mainly bushland. We do live on the property. As you drive in you can see the house, however you cannot see it from the camp site, and vice-versa. There is a public road that goes past the camp site, about 60mt to one side, it is actually part of the Goldfields Track. You can see our dam from the camp site, which you can walk to. There’s a log there for sitting on if you like. Lots of birds and birds' song. Dogs are permitted, off leash if under your control, as there may be horses and people using the road nearby. Please clean up after your dog as required. You will need to be fully self-contained, there are no facilities such as water, toilet, bins etc. please take with you what you bring. The site can cope with 2 vans (or equivalent tents).
RV details
Caravans, Trailer tents, and Cars allowed
Vehicles under 22 meters allowed
Pull-through unit
Accommodates slideouts
Surface type: Grass or field
Surface levelness: Flat
No Fifth wheels, Motorhome, and Campervan
No electrical hookup
No water hookup
No sewage hookup
No TV hookup
Generators not allowed
What to expect
RV/tent site
You'll have this Hipcamp all to yourself.
6 guests max
Pets allowed
Off leash. Off leash, but need to be under your control and not roam off. There are native animals about, so dogs must not disturb them.
No campfires
No toilet; campers must bring camp toilets
No drinking water
Bring your own water
No showers
Pack it out
Cooking equipment absent
Picnic table absent
No wifi
Laundry absent
Hot Tub absent
No playground
Things to know
Getting there
Check in: After 2:00 PM
Check out: Before 12:00 PM
On arrival: Meet with Host
Cancellation policy: Moderate
Minimum nights: 1 night
Accepts bookings: 6 months out
Park at listing
No wheelchair access
Max 2 vehicles
2WD accessible
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.
The Ridge is a fantastic camp site. It is very peaceful with a great outlook over the property. The hosts were accomodating and friendly. I’ll be back
Kayleen C.
2 months on Hipcamp
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· March 2025
Tent · With pets
Had a great stay with our 2 dogs! Secluded and private, we had a good time exploring the surrounds of the campsite and our dogs also got to have a little dip to cool off. Will definitely be back again!
Sam D.
9 reviews
Recommends
· January 2025
Tent
Nice and quiet spot with great open views of the sky, ideal for stargazing.
Easy to find and only 10 minutes from Daylesford.
Andrew S.
5 reviews
Recommends
· October 2024
Tent · With kids
Great spot . Second time visiting .
Hosts were friendly , new seat added by fire pit.
Stars out were awesome.
Will return
Andrew S.
5 reviews
Recommends
· October 2024
Incredible.
Tent · With pets
Beautiful setting, extremely well kept. Great host and we really appreciated the opportunity to stay in this special place.
Susan B.
3 reviews
Recommends
· July 2024
Lovely site
4 m travel trailer
We had a lovely stay at The Ridge. Nice site, great views and very peaceful. Fire pit was terrific and plenty of fire wood provided.
Location
Mount Franklin, Victoria, AustraliaTraditional, ancestral territory of Dja Dja Wurrung and Wathaurong First Nations according to