Portland Holiday Village: At the Heart of the Discovery Coast
Contact & Location
Address: 37 Percy Street, Portland, VIC 3305, Australia
Phone: (03) 5521 7567
Email: phv@holidayvillage.com.au
Website: www.holidayvillage.com.au/portland
GPS Coordinates: -38.349353094259875, 141.60341343478996
Park Information
Rating: (4.1 stars)
- Powered & Unpowered Sites: A range of powered sites are available. Unpowered sites are limited.
- Mobile Phone Coverage: Excellent coverage from all major carriers.
- Generator Use: Not permitted due to central town location.
- Suitable For: Caravans, Motorhomes, and Cabin/Villa stays.
- Open Fires: Not permitted. BBQ facilities are provided.
- Access: Sealed road access.
- Site Surface: Grass and some slab sites.
- Pet Friendly: Yes, pets are welcome on sites by arrangement. Not permitted in cabins.
- Fishing: Excellent surf, pier, and boat fishing for a wide variety of species.
- Short Walks: A very short walk to the town centre, foreshore, and the Great South West Walk.
Park Features & Facilities
- Camp kitchen
- BBQ facilities
- Children’s playground
- Clean amenities
- Laundry facilities
- On-site dump point
- Variety of self-contained cabins and villas
Essentials to Bring
- Drinking water hose and grey water hose
- 15 amp power lead
- Levelling blocks
- Good walking shoes for exploring the town and coast
- Fishing gear and a Victorian fishing licence
- Binoculars for wildlife and whale watching
Explore the Local Area
Pubs & Places to Eat
- The Royal Hotel: A classic pub with a family bistro, just a few blocks away (Approx. 300m)
- Mac’s Hotel Bentinck: Offers great meals with views over the harbour (Approx. 1 km)
- Gordon Hotel: Another historic pub offering hearty meals in the town centre (Approx. 800m)
Local Attractions
- Portland Cable Trams: A scenic heritage tram ride along the foreshore (Approx. 500m)
- Great South West Walk: A 250km loop walk with many sections accessible directly from town.
- Cape Nelson Lighthouse: A stunning, historic lighthouse on rugged cliffs (Approx. 13 km)
- Point Danger Gannet Colony: Home to Australia’s only mainland Australasian Gannet colony (Approx. 6 km)
Nearby Parks & Services
Alternate Caravan Parks
- NRMA Portland Bay Holiday Park: (Approx. 2 km)
- Henty Bay Beachfront Holiday Park: (Approx. 4 km)
- Bentinck Campers Park: (Approx. 1 km)
Alternate Free Camps
- Henty Park Short Term Parking: Free 48-hour parking for self-contained vehicles (Approx. 1 km)
- Sawpit Campground (Mount Clay): Popular free bush camp with toilets (Approx. 15 km)
- Surry Ridge Camp Ground: Basic free camping in the forest (Approx. 20 km)
Nearest Dump Points
- Portland Holiday Village: On-site for guests.
- Henty Park Public Dump Point: Bentinck Street, Portland (Approx. 1 km)
- NRMA Portland Bay Holiday Park: Fee may apply for non-guests (Approx. 2 km)
Nearest Petrol Station
- Shell (Coles Express): 142 Percy Street (Approx. 400m)
- BP Portland: 85 Regent Street (Approx. 1 km)
Nearest Alternate Drinking Water Resupply
- The park provides potable town water to all sites.
- Portland Public Water Tap: Located between the Visitor Centre car park and the bus park on Lee Breakwater Road (Approx. 1.5 km)
Seasonal Weather Guide
Summer (Dec – Feb)
Comfortable and generally dry, perfect for enjoying the beaches, fishing, and coastal walks. Average max temperature: 21-22°C.
Autumn (Mar – May)
Mild, clear days make this an ideal time for hiking the Great South West Walk and exploring the region with fewer crowds. Average max temperature: 16-20°C.
Winter (Jun – Aug)
Cool, windy, and often dramatic. This is the peak season for whale watching and enjoying the rugged power of the Southern Ocean. Average max temperature: 13-14°C.
Spring (Sep – Nov)
Mild and refreshing as coastal wildflowers bloom. A great time for spotting seals and exploring the national parks. Average max temperature: 15-18°C.