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Hike-in campground · Victoria, Australia

Fairhaven Campground

French Island National Park

Fairhaven Campground is a hike-in camp in French Island National Park with 10 campsites for up to 40 people. You walk or ride 5km from Tankerton Jetty, after a 10 to 12 minute ferry from Stony Point, and there is no vehicle camping. It has toilets, gas barbecues and a cooking shelter. Treat the tank water before drinking. No open fires are allowed.

Fairhaven Campground is a hike-in campground in French Island National Park, Victoria, Australia, with 10 sites. You book it ahead through Parks Victoria online bookings.

Fairhaven Campground on French Island, looking out to the bay

How booking Fairhaven Campground works

Parks Victoria takes the bookings for this hike-in campground. Booking system: Parks Victoria online bookings. Parks Victoria lists 10 sites.

Checked against the agency page on 31 October 2026.

At a glance

Type
Hike-in campground
Sites
10 sites
Fees (AUD)
  • Camping, stated as free (booking required): free

As Parks Victoria states them on 2026-10-31. Check the Parks Victoria page before you book.

Facilities
Toilets on site, Tank water, must be treated before drinking, Gas barbecues and cooking shelter
Rules and limits
  • No open fires at any time
Getting there
  • 5km walk or bike ride from Tankerton Jetty
  • Ferry from Stony Point, 10 to 12 minutes to Tankerton Jetty
Location
-38.34190, 145.28003

In an emergency, call 000. From a mobile phone, 112 also reaches Triple Zero.

This page has no PermitSnag alert for Fairhaven Campground yet. Book it with Parks Victoria.

Nearby places to stay

Straight-line distance between the agency’s map points.

Fairhaven Campground: questions

Do I need to book Fairhaven Campground ahead?

Yes. Fairhaven Campground is booked online through Parks Victoria online bookings, run by Parks Victoria.

How many sites does Fairhaven Campground have?

Parks Victoria lists 10 sites at Fairhaven Campground.

How much does Fairhaven Campground cost?

Parks Victoria lists: Camping, stated as free (booking required) free.

What is the emergency number at French Island National Park?

In Australia, call 000 for police, fire or ambulance, and for search and rescue.