Hunts Bridge Camping Area
- Dogs
- Welcome
- Size cap
- No cap
- Where
- Morrisons, VIC
- Policy checked
- 2026-06-11
What visitors mention
Pet policy
Yes, Hunts Bridge Camping Area in the Lal Lal State Forest is listed as dog-friendly for camping. - Pet Policy: Dogs are allowed at this campsite. - Size Limit: No specific size limitations are mentioned in the available information. - Fee: As this is a free, undeveloped site, there are no fees. - Rooms/Accommodation: The site is a nature-based campsite with no "rooms" or "cabins." Dogs are allowed in the camping area itself (tents/RV/caravan), but there are no facilities such as toilets or water. Note: As this is a bush camping spot, it is always recommended to ensure pets are kept under cont
Free, no-booking riverside bush camping where dogs are welcome, about 30 minutes from Ballarat at Morrisons on the Moorabool River West Branch. Hunts Bridge Camping Area offers shallow river paddling and a genuine native bush setting adjacent to Bungal State Forest.
The rules. Dogs are permitted and must be under control, with keeping them on a lead highly recommended given the wildlife and other campers. Do not let dogs chase wildlife. Bring your own waste bags and pick up all dog waste. This is a free, first-come-first-served rustic campground with no booking system.
The campground. A wide upper clearing suits tents, camper trailers and RVs, with lower-level spots right beside the river for those who want to be closer to the water. There are no toilets, so bring a shovel or portable toilet. No drinking water is available, so bring all your own. Wood barbecues and fire pits are provided, and all sites are unpowered.
Getting there. The upper cleared area offers the easier access off Elaine-Egerton Road. The lower riverside area is reached via a very steep, bumpy track that can be 4WD-only, or by stairs on foot. If you are towing a camper trailer or driving a low-clearance vehicle, set up in the upper area and walk down to the river rather than risking the descent.
The river. Shallow sections are good for a paddle, but the descent to the lower area is steep. Overhanging gums can drop branches without warning, so assess where you set up and avoid camping directly beneath large limbs. This is a natural river, so flow and water quality vary. Do not let dogs drink stagnant water.
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When to go. Cooler months are ideal for bush camping here, with the river running more reliably and lower fire risk. Summer visits are fine for paddling but check total fire ban days before lighting the wood barbecues. Nearby Bungal State Forest has bushwalking trails, and Lal Lal Falls and reservoir are a short drive away, though you should check dog rules on specific tracks. Elaine township has basic supplies if you need to top up.
Sources
- Hunts Bridge Camping Area - Goldfields Guide · goldfieldsguide.com.au
- Morrisons - Hunts Bridge Camping Area · melbourneplaygrounds.com.au
- Hunts Bridge Camping Area - CamperMate · campermate.com
Compiled from public sources and verified listings. Always confirm current rules with the venue or council before you travel.
Policy verified 11 June 2026 Always confirm with the venue before you travel.
