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Visions of Scotland on volcanic plain
Dry Stone Walls
Western Victoria has up to 3,000km of the most dramatic and accomplished dry stone walls in Australia, historically and culturally significant, diverse in form and style. Many are visible along our roads and highways.
Volcanic Lakes & Plains
Follow Meandering Roads north from the Great Ocean Road or travel direct via the Princes Hwy to explore sublime volcanic landscapes and charming inland towns. Enjoy the contrast of conical peaks and deep crater lakes that punctuate the even carpet of rolling farmland. Dry stone walls dissect the landscape, providing an aesthetic and practical solution to a landscape strewn with volcanic rock.
Fishing
Emerald winter landscapes, charming historic towns and country hospitality ice the cake for a weekend or week long fishing adventure. Visit a local bait and tackle supplier for advice on preferential baits, rigs and lures for local conditions.
Talk to a local about their favorite spots and lures and for up to the minute advice you can't go past a chat with a local Caravan Park Manager.
Camperdown to Timboon Rail Trail
A wonderful trail for the whole family. Catch the train to Camperdown and commence your journey.
Riders and walkers traverse volcanic features, farmland, wooded grassland and tall wet forest on a 34 km descent into the wooded Timboon valley. Stop for a break on the way in Cobden (after winding through the golf course.) before heading south through farmland and tall forest to the iconic trestle bridges in the final 15km to Timboon.
A Scottish Love Affair
Camperdown has a strong affiliation with the acclaimed Scottish bard Robert Burns. In fact the oldest surviving statue of the poet is on display in the Corangamite Shire Offices just next door to the Camperdown Courthouse.
The Robert Burns Scottish Festival is a major event held each year to celebrate his life and works. Why not join us and get your kilt on to celebrate? Next year's event will run from May 18th - 20th and will offer an extensive program for the whole family.
A forager's delight
With so many stately homes and a local passion for history it is no wonder that Camperdown and surrounds are a forager's delight. Shop for a perfect piece for your home or hunt for a bargain at Oakbrook Collectibles and Arts, Hunter and Gatherer, Silver Nickel, Mammoth Mart, Pombo Mart, Camperdown Demolition and Collectables or the Element Bazaar to name a few.
Be sure to call into the Courthouse Camperdown just opposite the clock tower for the good oil on where to begin your search and a guide to help you on your way.
Around town
What to see & do
Pombo Mart
We are so much more than an Antique Centre.
Dry Stone Walls
Western Victoria has up to 3,000km of the most dramatic and accomplished dry stone walls in Australia, historically and culturally significant, diverse in form and style. Many are visible along our roads and highways.
Paddling lakes, rivers, estuaries
For recreational paddlers, the volcanic lakes and estuaries generally provide more protected and predictable waters with plenty of opportunities to explore.
Lake Edge Cafe
Fully Licensed Café open Wednesday to Sunday, situated on the edge of picturesque Lake Purrumbete.
Lake Bullen Merri and Gnotuk lookout
A fantastic lookout. An interpretive sign describes the dynamics of the lakes and the reasons for their differing salinity.
Camperdown to Timboon Rail Trail
The completed 34km Camperdown to Timboon trail is a wonderful family adventure, dotted with statuesque trestle bridges and spellbinding scenery.
Recommended accommodation
Lakes and Craters Holiday Park
The Lakes and Craters Holiday Park features cabins, powered and unpowered camping sites at very affordable prices.
Manifold Motor Inn
Offering 15 spacious ground floor suites, all tastefully furnished with comfort and cleanliness guaranteed.
Lakes and Craters Holiday Park
Camperdown’s Lakes and Craters Holiday Park offers panoramic views of the surrounding Lakes and Craters country.
What's on
Tinika Clifford Art Exhibition @ The Courthouse
The first solo exhibition to be held by The Courthouse Camperdown features award-winning Indigenous Artist and Educator Tinika Clifford.
13 Jul 2019
11:00am
09 Aug 2019
02:00pm
Robyn Emerson @ Red Rock Regional Theatre & Gallery
All my paintings are an attempt to reach out for this intangible relationship between humans and the landscape -
Robyn Emerson, Artist
20 Jul 2019
03:00pm
21 Jul 2019
05:00pm
Colac Sunday Market
Colac Rotary Sunday Market at the Showgrounds
21 Jul 2019
09:00am
21 Jul 2019
02:00pm
Adult Yarning Circle with Tinika Clifford
Join Tinika Clifford, a proud Indigenous Woman, Artist, Educator and Mother to her four young children, for a moving evening as she shares her story & brings us together through compassion & understanding.
26 Jul 2019
06:00pm
26 Jul 2019
09:00pm
Luke Plumb & The Circuit
Luke Plumb & The Circuit are touring their album "Turn and Return", and will appear at Camperdown's Steam Laundry supported by Luke Plumb & Kate Burke in duo mode.
26 Jul 2019
07:30pm
26 Jul 2019
Faulty Towers the Dining Experience
Faulty Towers are returning to Camperdown, this is a great fun night out. Tickets are limited to 120 and are already selling.
27 Jul 2019
07:00pm
27 Jul 2019
11:30pm
