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Jerusalem Creek Campground

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Jerusalem Creek Campground

Just south of Eildon township, the Jerusalem Creek Camping areas lie among tall eucalypt trees on the southern edge of Lake Eildon.

The eight separate camping areas offer basic dog-friendly camping nestled on the southern tip of the Jerusalem Block — it's the perfect base to explore all Lake Eildon National Park has to offer.

Jersulam Creek has pit toilets at camping area and firepits throughout the campground. Campsites are numbered and must be booked in advance. No more than six people are permitted per campsite.

Jerusalem Creek camping areas 1, 2, and 8 are open year-round. Jerusalem Creek camping areas 3-7 are open for the warmer months, and seasonally closed to protect campground roads in the wetter months. The seasonal closure of Jerusalem Creek camping areas 3-7 is implemented in line with seasonal road closures, following the Kings Birthday long weekend in June and re-open before Melbourne Cup Weekend in November, but may be extended if conditions are not suitable to safely re-open.

Make the most of the waterside location at Jerusalem Creek. Go swimming or launch a canoe, kayak or boat from the nearby boat ramp to explore further afield. Discover unexplored swimming holes and the submerged township of Darlingford. If you're an avid angler, both Rainbow and Brown Trout are plentiful throughout the lake system and the occasional Murray Cod can be seen jumping from the water.

Trek to the top of The Pinnacle for impressive views over Lake Eildon and the southern foothills of the Victorian Alps. The trail leads off from the Jerusalem Creek Day Visitor Area and follows Barnewall Creek. As you climb out of the grassy gully, the vegetation closes in and follows the ridgeline to the summit of The Pinnacle. Alternatively, drive up to Foggs Lookout for beautiful views across the lake and township.

Back at camp, watch the friendly kangaroos laze the day away and colourful native birds such as Laughing Kookaburras, Crimson Rosellas, King Parrots and Gang Gang Cockatoos calling among the trees.

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Things to do in the area

A man brings a kettle to the picnic table where his partner is sitting, while an older couple sit around a campfire in the background.

Lake Eildon Picnic Areas

Lake Eildon is a great place for a day out with the family. Herb Fitzroy and Forsyth Flat have free gas barbecues and there's access to the water via boat ramps. Go fishing and boating - and watch the sunset over Merlo Lookout before returning home.
A couple in their thirties play with their dog at Johanna Beach Campground next to their tent and campervan.

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Sunrises and sunsets

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Wildlife viewing

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How to get there

Jerusalem Creek Campground

Lake Eildon National Park is approximately two hours' drive north-east of Melbourne and is easily accessed by following the Eastern Freeway towards the Maroondah Highway. Drive towards Taggerty and just before reaching the township, turn onto the Taggerty-Thornton Road, heading towards Thornton. From there, the Goulburn Valley Highway will lead you to the township of Eildon and the entrance to the National Park. The eight Jerusalem Creek Camping areas are located approximately 10-kilometres east of Eildon Township, along Jerusalem Creek Road.

While the campgrounds are basic, they have everything you need for a comfortable stay - fireplaces with grills, shaded campsites and the added bonus that dogs are permitted on leads. Please bring your own firewood or barbecue coals, as firewood collection is prohibited.
Jerusalem Creek Campground

Sites

When you're there

Download the Lake Eildon National Park Visitor Guide and the Jerusalem Creek campsites map to get the most out of your visit.

When to go

Summer is a popular time at Lake Eildon, with visitors flocking to the water to escape the heat. Enjoy a walk around the shoreline followed by a dip in the lake to cool off.

Need to know

Jerusalem Creek Campground

Change of Conditions

Nature being nature, sometimes conditions can change at short notice. It’s a good idea to check this page ahead of your visit for any updates.

  • Lake Eildon National Park

    Gap Track & O’Toole Flat closed during bridge construction works

    Construction of a replacement bridge on Gap Track over O’Toole Creek began in mid-October and is expected to be finished by mid-December.

    During this time, the section of Gap Track, between Pinnacle Track and Eildon-Jameson Road, is closed. The O’Toole Flat Camping Area accessed by this section of Gap Track is also closed. There may be periods of time with no workers on-site, while structural concrete is given time to cure. Once works are complete, these areas will re-open.

    When re-opened, O’Toole Flat continues to be a small camping area designed for self-sufficient visitors only. It is recommended for 4WDs with small camping set-ups. Long vehicles and towing vehicles are not recommended. Structural issues with fireplaces in this camping area led to their removal in late-2025; until fireplaces are replaced, you must not light any solid-fuel fires in this camping area. Please use gas and electric stoves only.

    We appreciate your cooperation in keeping Lake Eildon National Park, and all our visitors, safe.

  • Notices Affecting Multiple Sites

    Lake Eildon camping facility updates

    Parks Victoria has finished updating visitor facilities at Lake Eildon National Park on Taungurung Country.

    Showers, water and flushing toilets are no longer available at Candlebark, Lakeside or Devil Cove.

    The new toilets are an environmentally sustainable and cost-effective long-term solution. Each new toilet block features a state-of-the-art dry-vault system.

    Updates include:

    • 3 new non-flushing toilet blocks at Lakeside, Candlebark and Devil Cove campgrounds 
    • a new non-flushing toilet block at the Herb Fitzroy Day Visitor Area main boat ramp 
    • an education shelter at Candlebark Campground

     

     For more information on the project, call 13 1963 or visit the project page.

    Arborists conduction tree works Fraser Camping Areas - Lake Eildon National Park

    Arborists works 26th - 30th October

    Arborists will be conduction tree risk reduction works within Fraser Campgrounds and Day visitor areas during business hours during the week of 26th - 30th October.

    Sites affected include:

    - Lakeside Camping Area
    - Candlebark Camping Area
    - Herb Fitzroy Day Visitor Area
    - Main Ramp Day Visitor Area/Carpark

    These sites will remain open during this time however please be aware of increased noise and contractors working in the area. 

    Arborists conduction tree works Fraser Camping Areas - Lake Eildon National Park

    Arborists works 26th - 30th October

    Arborists will be conduction tree risk reduction works within Fraser Campgrounds and Day visitor areas during business hours during the week of 26th - 30th October.

    Sites affected include:

    - Lakeside Camping Area
    - Candlebark Camping Area
    - Herb Fitzroy Day Visitor Area
    - Main Ramp Day Visitor Area/Carpark

    These sites will remain open during this time however please be aware of increased noise and contractors working in the area. 

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