Apollo Bay Recreation Reserve
Overview
Apollo Bay Recreation Reserve is a relaxed riverside campground tucked just outside the heart of Apollo Bay, right by the Barham River and a stone's throw from the beach. It's a favourite for families, pet owners, and anyone keen to explore the Otways or wander into town for a bite to eat. The reserve's grassy sites are spread out beside the footy oval and along the riverbank, offering plenty of space for tents, caravans, and camper trailers.
You'll find all the basics here - clean amenities, easy access to walking tracks, and a friendly, laid-back vibe. With the beach just across the road and Apollo Bay's cafes, shops, and Saturday market less than a kilometre away, it's a handy base for fishing, surfing, or simply soaking up the coastal air. Dogs are welcome all year round, so there's no need to leave your furry mate at home.
What Apollo Bay Recreation Reserve offers
Powered and unpowered camping sites
Family and dog-friendly accommodation options
Access to clean amenities blocks
Campfire facilities (subject to guidelines)
Direct river and beach access
Location
70 Great Ocean Rd, Apollo Bay VIC 3233
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Travellers love Apollo Bay Recreation Reserve for its laid?back, nature?rich setting right by a peaceful creek and river, with views of paddocks and hills and the chance to spot koalas and kookaburras. The location is a winner, just a short walk to town and the beach on the Great Ocean Road, with easy access for larger caravans and plenty of room to relax by the water. Many reviewers mentioned the friendly, helpful customer service and welcoming vibe.
Popular features include riverside unpowered sites, budget?friendly cabins, a spacious camp kitchen with utensils like toasters and kettles, clean amenities, a BBQ area and the big oval for a kick or a run around. Guests also enjoyed fishing in the river, paddle boarding, canoeing and the overall quiet, well?kept grounds. Great value for money and a top spot for an overnight stop or a longer, peaceful stay close to town.