Wilson Hall Campground

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Wilson Hall Campground

Set up camp on the flat plain overlooking the Glenelg River and make use of the convenient boat ramp. Launch your boat, canoe or kayak and explore the river, or go fishing for bream or mulloway.

This quiet and peaceful campground is nestled among stringybark and banksia forest often frequented by nectar-feeding birds. Canoe, kayak or boat to explore the river and try your luck fishing for bream and mulloway.

Wilson Hall Campground offers 12 campsites, all suitable for camper trailers, campervans, caravans, mobile homes and tents. Each campsite accommodates up to six people.

Campground facilities include non-flush toilets, fireplaces, picnic tables and non-potable water.

Bring your own drinking water and firewood. Advanced bookings and payment are required year-round.


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Things to do in the area

Two teenage girls take part in a sailing race on Port Philip Bay in a small boat called Inkspot.

Boating and sailing

Take to the waves of Port Phillip and see Victoria's coast from the water or sail inland lakes and rivers by boat or charter.
Two friends fish off the back a boat on a misty morning on Lake Eildon.

Fishing

In quiet lakes and gently flowing rivers, in the pounding surf or in the depths beneath your boat – the waters of Victoria’s parks and reserves offer some prize catches.
A woman playfully splashing a friend in another canoe with her paddle on the Glenelg River

Glenelg River Canoe Trail

The Glenelg River offers excellent opportunities for flat water canoeing over the 75kms from Dartmoor to its mouth near Nelson. For much of its distance the river flows through the Lower Glenelg National Park, enabling enthusiasts to observe wildlife in its natural environment.
A group of four hikers walk along the beach at Discovery Bay as part of the Great South West Walk

Great South West Walk

Walk the diverse landscapes of Lower Glenelg National Park, Discovery Bay Coastal Park, Cobboboonee National Park and Cape Nelson State Park. Starting from Portland, the walk travels through majestic tall forests, meanders alongside the World Heritage Glenelg River, remote ocean beaches, past ancient lakes and culminates along rugged ocean clifftops.

How to get there

Wilson Hall Campground

Lower Glenelg National Park is in south-west Victoria adjoining the South Australian border, about 420km from Melbourne and 490km from Adelaide.

Wilson Hall Campground is on the north shore of the Glenelg river. 2WD access is via the River Fire Line track.
Wilson Hall Campground

Sites

When you're there

Download the Wilson Hall Campground map for site locations.

Download the Lower Glenelg National Park Visitor Guide for more information and things to do.

Canoeists undertaking the Glenelg River Canoe Trail, paddling consecutive sections of the trail with overnight stops, should camp at the Glenelg River Canoe Trail campsites.

Need to know

Wilson Hall Campground

Accessibility

Visiting a park can be more of a challenge for people with disabilities, however in Victoria there are a wide range of facilities to help people of all abilities enjoy our wonderful parks around the state.

Be prepared and stay safe

Lower Glenelg National Park is in the South West fire district. Bushfires can occur during the warmer months. It is your responsibility to check current and forecast weather conditions. Campfires cannot be lit on days of Total Fire Ban, however gas cookers can be used for preparing food.

Check the Fire Danger Rating and for days of Total Fire Ban at emergency.vic.gov.au, on the Vic Emergency App or call the Vic Emergency Hotline 1800 226 226.

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.

  • Lower Glenelg National Park

    Princess Margaret Rose Cave Project

    The Princess Margaret Rose Cave is a well-known limestone cave, next to the Glenelg River and located in the Lower Glenelg National Park.  The site is currently closed to the public due to upgrade works. 
    Works have commenced on site on a major upgrade of toilet and wastewater infrastructure at Princess Margaret Rose Cave visitor area.
    The existing toilet building will be replaced with a new four-stall unisex facility, including two all-abilities accessible toilets.
    The project will also deliver a new wastewater treatment plant, replacing three existing septic systems and improving long-term environmental outcomes and wastewater management.
    Works are expected to be completed in the first half of 2027.
    To allow these works to be completed safely, the entire Princess Margaret Rose Cave visitor area will be closed to the public until construction is complete. Visitors will not be able to access this site, including the picnic area, walking tracks, lookout, river jetty or campground while works remain underway. 
    Once all works are complete, and new operational arrangements are in place, the cave will be prepared for reopening to the public.

    Pest Animal Control - Lower Glenelg National Park

    The Department of Energy, Environment and Climate Action (DEECA), in partnership with Parks Victoria, will conduct a ground shooting program to control pest animals in remote areas of Lower Glenelg National Park from 7th of October to 18th of December 2026.
    For your safety, please follow all warning signs, remain on designated tracks and comply with directions from DEECA and Parks Victoria staff while in the area.

    Pest Animal Control - Lower Glenelg National Park

    The Department of Energy, Environment and Climate Action (DEECA), in partnership with Parks Victoria, will conduct a ground shooting program to control pest animals in remote areas of Lower Glenelg National Park from 7th of October to 18th of December 2026.
    For your safety, please follow all warning signs, remain on designated tracks and comply with directions from DEECA and Parks Victoria staff while in the area.

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