Fiery sunset over the gum trees and parkland at Charlton, central Victoria
Charlton · Central Victoria · On the Avoca River

Wake up by the river.

A quiet, treed caravan park on the banks of the Avoca — ensuite cabins and shady sites, moments off the Calder Highway and a short stroll from the main street.

10 John Curtin Drive · ~100m from town · Open 7 days

Travellers rest

The kind of stop you mean to stay one night and end up staying three

Set right on the Avoca River with old river red gums for shade, Charlton Caravan Park is an easy, friendly base — whether you're carting a van down the Calder, pitching a tent for the long weekend, or after a cabin with a proper bed and your own bathroom.

On the river's edge

Picnic tables, fire pits and birdlife along the bank. The light here at dusk does most of the work.

Cabins & sites

Modern ensuite cabins, powered drive-through sites, and grassy unpowered sites under the trees.

A stroll from town

Bakery, pubs, cafes and the swing bridge are all within a few minutes' walk. Manager onsite after hours.

Where you'll stay

Three ways to settle in

Rates below are indicative per night — give us a call or book online and we'll confirm availability, extra guests and pets.

Modern ensuite cabin with a queen bed and air-conditioning from $130/night
Ensuite Sleeps 2–4

Ensuite cabins

Self-contained cabins with a comfortable bed, kitchenette, lounge and your own bathroom — air-conditioned and freshly fitted out.

  • Private ensuite & kitchenette
  • Reverse-cycle air-con & TV
  • Linen and towels supplied
Aerial view of shady powered and unpowered sites among the trees from $40/night
Powered Caravans & RVs

Powered sites

Level, shaded sites with a 15-amp power hook-up — plenty of room for the van, the awning and the car alongside.

  • 15-amp power & water nearby
  • Drive-through options
  • Close to amenities & camp kitchen
Riverside picnic area at sunset, ideal for tents from $30/night
Unpowered Tents & camping

Unpowered & tent sites

Grassy, treed sites by the river — the pick for tents, camper trailers and anyone after a quiet patch of shade.

  • Soft grass under the gums
  • Riverside picnic & fire areas
  • Hot showers a short walk away
Inside the cabins

Modern, comfortable, river at the door

Each cabin is self-contained with a kitchenette, lounge and ensuite — light, fresh and easy to settle into after a day on the road.

Cabin lounge with a sliding door opening to the deck and river view
Open-plan studio cabin with lounge chairs and dining table
Cabin bedroom with striped linen and a warm bedside lamp
Cabin kitchenette with electric stove and full-size sink
Cabin living area with sofa and outlook to the grounds
Cabin bedroom viewed through the doorway
Kitchenette detail with kettle, toaster and board
Park facilities

The everyday things, sorted

  • Amenities block

    Clean hot showers and toilets, a short walk from every site.

  • Camp kitchen & BBQs

    Covered camp kitchen with gas BBQs and a place to share a meal.

  • Coin laundry

    Washing machine and dryer for longer stays and travelling families.

  • Riverside fire pits

    Picnic tables and fire areas along the bank (conditions permitting).

  • Dump point

    On-site RV dump point for self-contained travellers.

  • Pets welcome

    Well-behaved dogs welcome on application — just let us know when you book.

  • Free Wi-Fi

    Wi-Fi available near the office and camp kitchen.

  • Walk to town

    Shops, bakery and pubs about 100m away; playground and pool nearby.

Tidy kitchenette with kettle and toaster
Explore Charlton

Step outside and there's plenty to do

The river, the bridge and the town are all on the doorstep — and the wider Mallee is a short drive for day trips.

Heritage swing bridge over the Avoca River, framed by gum trees

The swing bridge & river walk

Wander the riverbank track and cross the old timber suspension bridge — a Charlton landmark.

Sunset reflected in the still Avoca River

Golden hour on the water

Bring a camera. The sunsets over the Avoca are the reason people come back.

Picnic tables by the river at dusk

Town & day trips

Bakery, pubs and cafes in town; silo art, Lake Tyrrell and the Mallee within easy reach.

Find us

Easy to reach, easy to stay

Address

10 John Curtin Drive
Charlton VIC 3525

On the Avoca River, moments off the Calder Highway and about 100m from the main street.

Reception hours

Mon–Sat
9am – 6pm
Sunday
9am – 5pm

Manager onsite after hours.

Ready when you are

Pick your dates, choose a cabin or a site, and book online in a minute. Prefer a chat? Give us a ring — we're happy to help.