Lake Catani Campground is a popular camping spot in the Mount Buffalo National Park in Victoria, Australia. The campground is located on the shores of Lake Catani, a man made alpine lake surrounded by snow gum forests. It is the perfect place to base yourself when exploring Mount Buffalo over a number of days. It is seasonally closed during the colder months.
The campground offers 49 allocated campsites, some of which are suitable for small caravans and campervans, while others are for car camping and tents only. The Park Ranger sells firewood at the campground. There are also a number of walk-in campsites that provide campers with even quieter surroundings.
Lake Catani Campground Day Hut
Cost
Campsites at Lake Catani Campground are not free. You can check the price by visiting the Parks Victoria Booking Information website.
Sites are allocated by number and are bookable online or by calling Parks Victoria. Bookings open at 10am on 1 September each year and are based on a first-in, first-served basis.
Facilities
Lake Catani Campground has a number of facilities to make your stay comfortable. These include:
- Hot showers
- Toilets
- Drinking water
- Laundry
- Camp Kitichen
- Picnic tables
- Fire pits
- Mobile Signal
- Information shelter
Camping Tips
- Book your campsite in advance, especially during the peak season.
- Bring your own firewood.
- Be prepared for cold weather, even in summer.
- Bring Ear Plugs as the campground is popular with noisy student groups.
- Be respectful of the environment.
Things To Do In The Area
- Swimming in Lake Catani
- Visiting Mount Buffalo Chalet
- Photography
- Hiking in Mount Buffalo National Park
- Mountain biking in Mount Buffalo National Park
- Stargazing
Getting There