The Gums Bush Block

82%

9 reviews

· Ballarat, Victoria · 2 acres

Hosted by Karly N.

RV/tent site

· 6 guests max

Nomadic camping

Best for self-contained campers. There are no toilets, showers, or potable water at this Hipcamp.

2 Acre bush block, where you can enjoy the sounds of various birds plenty for those who enjoy bird watching. If you like getting close to wildlife, Kangaroos frequent the property providing an opportunity to observe and take photos. You will need to be self-contained, property is suitable for Tent Camping, or Camper Trailer. No amenities on site, please ensure you bring your own toilet, nearest Dump Point is located at the Smythesdale Gardens (4.8km). Camp Fires are allowed in designated areas and in line with Fire Restrictions. Located 3kms from the Smythesdale Town Centre, where you have access to cafes, supermarkets and various local shops. The property is across the road from the DSE State Forest and Ross Creek State Forest, where you have access to 4WD tracks which are also dirt bike friendly. Please note: Whilst you can bring your dirtbikes, they cannot be ridden on the property but can be ridden to leave the property for the State Forest across the road. Other nearby attractions include Devil's Kitchen (7km), Nimmons Bridge (4km), Enfield State Forest (10km), Jubilee Historic Mine (4km), Ballarat Skipton Rail Trail has various entrance points nearby. If you're into Geocaching there are plenty of caches about around the nearby town and rail trail.Pitch your tent or park your trailer in the spot you desire. You have access to fire pits dependent on fire restrictions for the time of year. There is no access to toilets, showers, or water so you will need to be self contained. Ensure that you take your rubbish with you and leave the area as it was when you arrived. Please respect the boundary and private residence nearby, by staying within the designated area. Whilst you can bring your dirtbikes, they cannot be ridden around on the property, but can be ridden to leave the property for the State Forest across the road. A hammock is between the trees for your enjoyment. Children should feel free to play within the property boundaries, and are welcome to make cubby houses out of sticks/branches. Play equipment including trampoline, swings and slide are used at own risk. Nearby attractions include Devil's Kitchen (7km), Nimmons Bridge (4km), Enfield State Forest (10km), Jubilee Historic Mine (4km), Ballarat Skipton Rail Trail has various entrance points nearby. If you're into Geocaching there are plenty of caches about around the nearby town and rail trail.

RV details

Travel trailers, Pop-up campers, Class B RVs, and Cars allowed

Vehicles under 49 feet allowed

Pull-in site

Surface type: Grass or field

Surface levelness: Requires leveling

No Fifth wheels and Class A RVs

Doesn't accommodate slideouts

Generators allowed

No electrical hookup

No water hookup

No sewage hookup

No TV hookup

What to expect

RV/tent site

You'll have this Hipcamp all to yourself.

6 guests max

Campfires allowed

Firewood provided, firepit. Firewood can be collected from around the property. Please only use wood that is already on the ground. Alternatively firewood can be purchased from the Smythesdale IGA. Current fire restrictions end 1/5/2023. No campfires are able to be lit within the current CFA and golden Plains Shire guidelines. Outside of this fires welcome.

No toilet; campers must bring camp toilets

No pets

Playground available

Not an official 'playground' however we have a tyre swing, hammock, and slide and trampoline

No potable water

Bring your own water

No showers

Pack it out

Cooking equipment absent

Picnic table absent

No wifi

Laundry absent

Hot Tub absent

Things to know

Getting there

Check in: After 11:00 AM

Check out: Before 12:00 PM

On arrival: Head straight to site

Cancellation policy: Flexible

Minimum nights: 1 night

Accepts bookings: 3 months out

Park at listing

No wheelchair access

Max 6 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.

Reviews

82% Recommend11 ratings · 9 reviews

Terry E.

4 reviews

Mixed feelings

· November 2024

35 ft travel trailer

The site was a little hard to find Acees was a little difficult for large caravan more suited to small vans or camper trailers. But we got in with taking it easily and slowly Little disappointed that would have been nice to have met Karly to say hello

Dean K.

2 reviews

Recommends

· November 2024

45 ft travel trailer

Quick and easy getaway where you are alone and can have a fire. My car and van exactly 15m long and only had an inch or 2 spare getting down access track, but plenty of room once in.

Katelyn H.

1 year on Hipcamp

Recommends

· June 2024

6 ft pop-up camper

Beautiful quiet site amongst the trees. Not too far from town, Karly was very helpful. Thankyou.

Mike N.

2 reviews

Recommends

· May 2024

Tent

The setting amongst the Gums was fantastic, the tree tops above the clearing that we camped in framed the night sky perfectly

Jennifer M.

3 reviews

Recommends

· April 2024

6 ft Class B

Karly was very responsive to my questions prior to my camping on her land. The property was very private and comfortable. The property suited my needs as I used it as a base to get car repairs done at Ballarat. It was only 20 minutes from my mechanic in Ballarat. Karly was available during the time I was there and quickly answered any questions. Karly allowed my privacy whilst there and did not approach me but was easily contactable. The property was suitable for my small camper trailer and access was easy via the gps coordinates given. I would camp there again should I be in the area again.

Casper D.

2 reviews

Recommends

· March 2024

Tent · Group trip

Karly was really nice and her place was beautiful, my friends and I enjoyed our stay there. It was easy to locate and we had the whole place to ourselves. Thank you Karly!

Location

Ballarat, Victoria, AustraliaTraditional, ancestral territory of Wathaurong First Nations according to

Native Land Digital.

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