Blackwood – Murrindindi Scenic Reserve (CG)

This is one of several camp sites situated in the Toolangi State Forest about 1 hours drive north east of Melbourne, the Murrindindi Scenic Reserve comprises 10068 hectares of mixed species Eucalypt forest, which includes waterfalls, tree fern gullies and an abundance of birds and mammals. The Reserve provides excellent opportunities for recreational activities such as camping, bushwalking, bird watching, picnicking and fishing.
The Murrindindi River is suitable for paddling, but is generally not deep enough for swimming or canoeing.
The Toolangi State forest is the traditional land of the Kulin nation. The Taungurung tribe looked after the land in the north and the Wurundjeri tribe looked after land in the south. It is believed that in the Wurundjeri language, Murrindindi means ‘Mountain Home’
Campers please note, dogs and firearms are not permitted in any parts of the Murrindindi Scenic Reserve. On the spot fines will apply.

SITE ACCESS
From Healesville – Travel 13km along Myers Creek Rd towards Toolangi, turn right into Sylvia Creek Rd then onto Murrindindi Rd. Travel approximately 21km through majestic Mountain Ash forest to the Reserve.
From Melbourne – Travel along the Melba Highway to the intersection of Murrindindi Road, just before Devlins Bridge. Turn right and drive 9km to the Reserve.

FEES
Modest fees (charge per car) are payable for camping in the Reserve. Please ensure you purchase your camping permit from the permit box situated at Suspension Bridge or Bull Creek camping areas before you set up your camp. Failing to do so may result in a fine.
All revenue raised from these fees is reinvested back into the Reserve and is used in maintaining the facilities. Camping is on a first-come first-served basis and no bookings are required, but early arrival is advisable during peak periods and at popular locations.
FACILITIES
Six campsites and two picnic areas are situated along the Murrindindi River, with some suitable for small caravans. Flushing toilets are located at Suspension Bridge, Ferns and Bull Creek campsites, with pit toilets at the remainder. Most campsites and picnic areas have properly constructed fireplaces and picnic tables. Please keep fires in the fireplaces provided.

If there are no facilities for rubbish collection so you must take rubbish with you when you leave and ensure the area is clean for future campers. Do not bury or dump litter in the forest.

THINGS TO DO
There are many walking tracks in the State Forest including Murrindindi River Walk, Murrindindi Cascades, Wilhelmina Falls, Mill Track and Boroondara Track Circuit

RULES:
Only camp in an existing campsite rather than create a new one and camp at least 20 meters from any stream, lake or reservoir.
Do not dig trenches around tents.
Take your rubbish home. Do not bury or dump litter in the forest.
Where drop toilets are provided, please use them for their intended purposes. Do NOT use these toilets to empty chemical waste from cassette toilets or for the disposal of general waste.
Campfires are permitted, provided the following guidelines are observed:
The fire is in a fireplace or trench 30 cm deep. Please use existing fireplaces rather than create your own.
The fire is not more than 1 square metre and 3 metres around the fire is cleared.
The fire is not left unattended and is put out before you leave.
Collect only fallen wood for fires, cutting down trees or damaging standing vegetation is not permitted.
Fires of all types, including portable gas and liquid fuel stoves, are prohibited on days of TOTAL FIRE BAN
It is your responsibility to know if a TOTAL FIRE BAN is declared.
For up to date information about Fire Bans refer to www.emergency.vic.gov.au

For more detailed information please visit the DELWP website via the link below.

In most cases access to these sites is possible with a 2WD and suitable for small caravans. FRC are still in the process of obtaining more information about this site and it will be updated as it comes to hand.

Data courtesy of: Dept of Environment, Land, Water & Planning
Updated: 270315RC