Camping on the Macalister - FAQ
- Yes, we allow dogs, 1 per site unless we are informed and allow more.
- We provide a fenced off lead area so they can exercise.
- They are also allowed to swim off lead.
- All dogs MUST be kept on a lead within the campground and at your camp. This is for the saftey and comfort of everyone, inluding your pet.
- Day visitors are NOT permitted to bring pets.
- Please see our terms section for full details.
- Yes, fires are permitted, however we do not allow private fire pits.
- The fire pits are provided by us. There is no charge for fire pits for stays of two or more nights. A $10 hire fee applies to single-night bookings.
- Some camp stoves are permitted but need to be checked by staff before being lit.
- Fires are also subject to wind and weather conditions, and fire restrictions/total fire ban days.
- Please see our terms section for full details.
- We have fire wood on site that can be ordered and purchased from the office and delivered to your site.
- You are also welcome to bring your own wood with you but it must be cut and split to size (300mm long) before entering the park.
- Please see our terms section for full details.
Yes. As we allocate all sites you are able to camp with your family or friends.
As each party or member of the group fills out the Booking Enquiry form, simply use a surname or common word as the group reference on each form.
The booking request form can be found here.
In general, NO generators are permitted in the campground.
If you need to use a generator for a particular purpose this may be permitted but you must check with the ground staff or the office before using your generator.
If you have special needs and want to let us know, please use the special requirements section of the booking enquiry form.
Check in times are from 2pm to 9pm (12pm-7pm on Saturdays FEB to DEC only).
Early arrivals must be approved in advance.
Every guest is required to check in on first arrival, including additional vehicles on your site.
Any guest wishing to join a group after 9pm must inform the office before arriving. Depending on time of arrival they may be requested to park in the carpark and then taken to their site.
For safety and the comfort of our guests we do not permit guests driving around the park looking for family and friends.