Fishers Riverside Campsite – Perry Bridge VIC
Nestled on the serene banks of the Avon River near Perry Bridge in Victoria, Fishers Riverside Campsite offers a tranquil escape for travellers seeking a genuine bush camping experience. This spacious, open-area campground is a haven for self-sufficient campers, providing a peaceful backdrop of regional Victoria’s natural beauty. As a completely free campsite, it represents exceptional value, allowing you to relax, unwind, and connect with nature without the hustle and bustle of a commercial holiday park. The site is particularly popular with fishing enthusiasts, who can take advantage of several jetties dotted along the riverbank, offering the perfect spot to cast a line and wait for a bite.
To stay at Fishers Riverside Campsite, you must be fully self-contained, as there are no toilets, showers, or drinking water facilities available. This requirement ensures the pristine environment is preserved for all to enjoy. The campground is pet-friendly, so your four-legged companions are welcome to join the adventure, provided they are kept on a leash. The terrain is mostly flat and grassy, suitable for all types of vehicles from big rigs and caravans to camper trailers and tents. With a generous maximum stay of 28 days, it’s an ideal location for an extended retreat. Whether you’re kayaking on the calm river waters, enjoying the abundant birdlife, or simply soaking up the peace and quiet, Fishers Riverside Campsite is a quintessential Australian free camping destination.
Location Details
- Name: Fishers Riverside Campsite
- Address: End of Springberg Lane, Perry Bridge, VIC 3862, Australia
- GPS Coordinates: 38°01’46.5″S 147°14’54.6″E (-38.029572, 147.248497)
Contact & Information
- Address: End of Springberg Lane, Perry Bridge, VIC 3862
- Phone Number: Not publicly listed. Managed by local authorities.
- Email Contact: Not publicly available.
- Website URL: Not available (Community-managed free camp).
Campsite Features & Facilities
- Road Access: Access via a 3.3km unsealed gravel road, generally suitable for 2WD vehicles in dry conditions.
- Site Surface: Grass and dirt. Can become soft after heavy rain.
- Facilities: This is a primitive campsite with NO facilities. No toilets, no showers, no bins, and no drinking water.
- Powered Sites: 0
- Unpowered Sites: Approximately 10-15 unmarked sites in a large open area.
- Gas Swap Bottle: No
- Fishing Bait: No
- Firewood: No, you must bring your own firewood.
- Kiosk: No
- Mobile Phone Coverage: Weak to non-existent for most carriers. Telstra may have limited service.
- Generator Use: Permitted, please be considerate of other campers.
- Suitable For: Fully self-contained RVs, caravans, camper trailers, and tents.
- Open Fires: Permitted in designated spots, subject to local fire restrictions and total fire bans. Check the CFA website before lighting a fire.
- Pet Friendly: Yes, pets are welcome but must be kept on a leash at all times.
- Fishing: Yes, excellent river fishing from banks and jetties. A Victorian fishing licence is required.
- Short Walks: Informal walking along the riverbank.
Essentials to Bring
- Portable toilet and chemicals
- Sufficient drinking water for your entire stay
- Rubbish bags (you must take all rubbish with you)
- Firewood and a fire pit
- Insect repellent
- First aid kit
- Recovery gear if conditions are wet
Nearby Amenities & Attractions
- Local Pubs: Avon Hotel (approx. 18km in Stratford)
- Places to Eat: Cafes and takeaways in Stratford (approx. 18km) and a wider selection in Sale (approx. 31km).
- Local Attractions:
- Gippsland Vehicle Collection, Maffra (approx. 30km)
- Sale Botanic Gardens (approx. 31km)
- Mitchell River National Park (approx. 45km)
- Ninety Mile Beach at Seaspray (approx. 50km)
- Nearest Alternate Caravan Parks:
- Sale Motor Village (approx. 30km)
- Maffra Motor Inn Caravan Park (approx. 31km)
- Roseneath Caravan Park (approx. 35km)
- Nearest Alternate Free Camps:
- Marlay Point Foreshore Reserve, Clydebank (approx. 25km)
- Providence Ponds, Munro (approx. 35km)
- Nearest Alternate Dump Points:
- Sale Public Dump Point (approx. 31km)
- Maffra Public Dump Point (approx. 31km)
- Bairnsdale Public Dump Point (approx. 45km)
- Nearest Petrol Station: Stratford (approx. 18km)
- Nearest Drinking Water Resupply: Stratford or Sale (available at service stations or public taps).
Seasonal Weather Forecast
- Summer (Dec-Feb): Warm to hot days, generally dry. Average temperatures range from 15°C to 28°C. High fire danger season.
- Autumn (Mar-May): Mild and stable weather with cooler nights. Average temperatures range from 10°C to 22°C. Ideal camping conditions.
- Winter (Jun-Aug): Cool to cold with a higher chance of rain. Average temperatures range from 5°C to 15°C. The ground can become wet.
- Spring (Sep-Nov): Mild with increasing sunshine, can be windy. Average temperatures range from 8°C to 20°C.