Memories are made of this…

If your childhood doesn’t have at least one memory of camping at Wilsons Prom then your life is sadly lacking. But don’t despair as long as you’re still breathing there is still time to plan a holiday to this breathtaking National Park and create some memories that will last a lifetime - or your money back!

Wilsons Prom is the southernmost point of the Australian mainland and has been one of Victoria’s favourite holiday destinations for as long as I can remember. The camp grounds at Tidal river are ideally located, nestled within a Tea Tree forest with Tidal river to the west side and pristine Norman Bay to the south.

Why so popular?

There aren’t too many places left that remain unspoiled by us humans. The ‘Prom’ is one of them. Sure it has a camp ground, general store, cafe, open air cinema, toilet blocks, and cabins but everything else is as untouched as it’s ever been. The water in Norman bay is crystal clear, the beach sand is powder-fine, the air is sweet with the smell of Tea Tree and the wombats roam freely.

Facilities

We have stayed at camping grounds all over the world and the facilities at the Prom are as good as you get anywhere. The shower/toilet blocks have all been renovated and when we visited, were immaculate. Tidal River has 484 camping and caravan sites with 20 powered sites for those who can’t do without it. The powered sites are popular so it’s best to pre-book.

Tidal River also offers self-contained cabins (6 people), units (4 people), group lodges (12, 24 & 30 bed) and huts (4 & 6 bed). Wilderness Retreats are another accommodation option at Tidal River. These unique, contemporary safari-style tents located in a tranquil area of the campground are a new feature and sure beats putting up your own tent . As you can imagine these accommodation options are all very popular and must be booked well in advance.

Tidal River has a general store, post office, camping gas supplies and a take-away food shop. Meals are available on some nights. Open-air cinema and doctor services are available during summer. Fuel can be purchased from the Tidal River General Store.

Top 10 Thing To Do:

1. Swim in Norman Bay.

3. Flop around in Tidal River.

4. Walk to Squeaky Beach.

5. Walk the boardwalk at dusk.

6. Walk to the top of Mt Oberon.

7. Walk to Lily  Pilly Gully.

8. Watch a movie at the open-air cinema. (Check operating times - only runs during major holiday times)

9. Experience some of the park’s secrets by taking an overnight hike to one of the 11 outstation campsites (accessible only on foot). Hikes range from beginner to intermediate standard, and one to five nights duration.

10. Explore the northern part of the Prom - an officially designated wilderness. Millers Landing and Vereker Lookout are easy family walks in this area.

For more information visit the Parks Victoria website.