Mount Eccles (Budj Bim) is a long dormant volcano. Budj Bim is the source of the Tyrendarra lava flow which extends over 50km to the southwest. It is central to the history of the Gunditjmara people.
Mount Eccles National Park is Victoria’s first co-managed national park. The park is managed by Gunditjmara Traditional Owners and Parks Victoria.
The park’s tranquil crater lake and pleasant bushland surrounds make it a pleasant place for picnicking, camping and bushwalking. Nature trails follow the old crater rim.
Mount Eccles campgroud is an attractive camping area which lies in protected hollows between rocky ridges from lava flows approximately 250 metres from the crater rim. Toilets, water (untreated, natural supply), hot showers and ten shared fireplaces are provided.
The picnic ground at Mount Eccles National Park has two sheltered gas barbecues with tables, and an information shelter.
The campground has 22 campsites of various sizes, some suitable for small caravans and camper-trailers. Camp fees apply for all sites and bookings are required. A campsite can accommodate up to six people with provision for one vehicle per campsite .
Site 3 is suitable for campers with disabilities and includes nearby access to toilets and washing facilities.
Rangers regularly visit the campground and check camping permits.
Advance bookings and payment are required year round.