BIG4 Waters Edge Holiday Park: Your Gippsland Lakes Waterfront Escape
Contact & Location
Address: 439 Great Alpine Road, Lakes Entrance, VIC 3909, Australia
Phone: (03) 5155 1991
Email: info@watersedgeholidaypark.com.au
Website: www.big4.com.au/waters-edge
GPS Coordinates: -37.87833130742842, 147.99670685854662
Park Information
Rating: (4.6 stars)
- Powered & Unpowered Sites: A wide range of powered and unpowered sites are available, including waterfront options.
- Mobile Phone Coverage: Excellent coverage from all major carriers.
- Generator Use: Not permitted.
- Suitable For: Tents, Camper Trailers, Caravans, Motorhomes, and Cabin/Villa stays.
- Open Fires: Not permitted. BBQ facilities are provided.
- Access: Sealed road access.
- Site Surface: Grass and slab sites.
- Pet Friendly: Yes, the park is pet-friendly on sites. Conditions apply.
- Fishing: Excellent fishing from the park’s private jetty and the surrounding lakes.
- Short Walks: A pleasant walk along the foreshore to the town centre and the footbridge to the Ninety Mile Beach.
Park Features & Facilities
- Absolute waterfront location with private jetty
- Solar-heated swimming pool
- Children’s playground
- Games room
- Camp kitchen and BBQs
- Clean amenities and laundry facilities
- Kiosk with basic supplies, gas swap bottles, and fishing bait
Essentials to Bring
- Drinking water hose and grey water hose
- 15 amp power lead
- Levelling blocks
- Boat, kayak, or paddleboard
- Fishing gear and a Victorian fishing licence
- Beach towels and sunscreen
Explore the Local Area
Pubs & Places to Eat
- Central Hotel: A classic pub with waterfront bistro dining (Approx. 2 km)
- Lakes Entrance Bowls Club: Offers multiple dining options and entertainment (Approx. 2.5 km)
- Kalimna Hotel: Famous for its stunning views over the lakes from the beer garden (Approx. 4 km)
Local Attractions
- Ninety Mile Beach: Walk across the Cunninghame Arm Footbridge to one of the longest and most beautiful beaches in the world (Approx. 2 km)
- Gippsland Lakes: Explore Australia’s largest inland waterway system by cruise, charter, or hire boat.
- Griffiths’ Sea Shell Museum: A fascinating and historic local collection (Approx. 2 km)
- Buchan Caves: A spectacular system of limestone caves, perfect for a day trip (Approx. 60 km)
Nearby Parks & Services
Alternate Caravan Parks
- NRMA Eastern Beach Holiday Park: (Approx. 1 km)
- Silver Sands Tourist Park: (Approx. 2 km)
- North Arm Tourist Park: (Approx. 3 km)
Alternate Free Camps
- Log Crossing Picnic Area (Colquhoun Forest): Basic bush camping with toilets (Approx. 15 km)
- Emu Bight Campground (Gippsland Lakes Coastal Park): Free camping, 4WD access recommended (Approx. 40 km)
- Bruthen Recreation Reserve: Low-cost camping in a nearby town (Approx. 30 km)
Nearest Dump Points
- Lakes Entrance Visitor Information Centre: Public dump point on Bullock Island Road (Approx. 4 km)
- Silver Sands Tourist Park: Fee may apply for non-guests (Approx. 2 km)
- NRMA Bairnsdale Riverside Holiday Park: (Approx. 35 km)
Nearest Petrol Station
- United Lakes Entrance: 12 Princes Highway (Approx. 1 km)
- Ampol Lakes Entrance: 371-375 Esplanade (Approx. 2 km)
Nearest Alternate Drinking Water Resupply
- The park provides potable town water to all sites.
- Lakes Entrance Foreshore: Public taps and drinking fountains are available along the Esplanade for filling bottles.
Seasonal Weather Guide
Summer (Dec – Feb)
Comfortable and warm, perfect for swimming, boating, and enjoying the beach. The town is at its most vibrant. Average max temperature: 22-23°C.
Autumn (Mar – May)
Mild, sunny days and calm waters make this the best time for fishing and cruising the lakes with fewer crowds. Average max temperature: 16-21°C.
Winter (Jun – Aug)
Cool and often clear, offering crisp days perfect for long walks on the beach and enjoying the peaceful atmosphere. Average max temperature: 13-14°C.
Spring (Sep – Nov)
Mild and pleasant weather as the region comes to life. A great time for exploring the national parks and seeing wildlife. Average max temperature: 16-19°C.