Platypus Campground
Last Updated Jan 2014 | Originally suggested by Peter
Small, attractive, riverside site in a narrow forested valley.
Reasonable shade from stunted Peppermint and Mountain Gum with an understory of saplings and wattles over well grassed red gravel.
Rated 4.2/5.
Wrens, tree creepers, crows and wallabies are common. The 14th and last of the Wellington River camps.
Facilities and activities at Platypus
- Number of sites:
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4
- Camping Fees:
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Free Camping
- Bookings:
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This is a free camping area.
- How to book:
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First in, best dressed.
- Toilets:
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Longdrop or composting
- Pets:
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Not allowed
- Water Availability:
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Non-potable water may be available. Boil all water for at least 10 minutes before drinking.
- Camp fires:
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There are no built fireplaces in this camp ground, however it may be permisable to have a camp fire under certain conditions. Please check local fire restrictions and rules before lighting fires.
- Barbeques:
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No bbqs are provided.
- Swimming:
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This campsite is near a river or creek that has swimming holes.
- Fishing:
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There are fishing spots at or near this campsite.
- Picnic Tables:
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Yes.
- Horse Riding:
- Unknown.
- Canoeing / Kayaking:
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There is no canoeing or kayaking at or near this campsite
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Location information for Platypus
This campsite is in Alpine National Park
A stunning alpine national park made up of grassy plains and impressive escarpments and mountains.
This campsite is accessable with regular 2wd vehicles.
From Licola: NE 22k on the Tamboritha Rd, on the left 200m on gravel track, just before the third Wellington Rv bridge.
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