Set amongst spacious, shady grounds, BIG4 Wangaratta – North Cedars Holiday Park offers a tranquil and welcoming retreat for your next North East Victorian adventure. Conveniently located just off the Hume Highway, our park is the perfect stopover for those travelling between Melbourne and Sydney, but it’s so much more than that. We are the ideal basecamp for exploring the world-renowned King Valley and Milawa gourmet food and wine regions, the historic town of Glenrowan, and the breathtaking scenery of the Victorian High Country. Wangaratta itself is a vibrant regional city with a rich arts culture, beautiful riverside parks, and a fantastic calendar of events, all easily accessible from our park.
We pride ourselves on offering a classic, family-friendly holiday experience with all the modern comforts you expect. Our park caters to all travellers with a wide selection of accommodation, including large, grassy powered and unpowered sites for caravans, motorhomes, and tents, as well as a variety of clean and comfortable self-contained cabins. The park is a haven for relaxation and fun, featuring a sparkling solar-heated swimming pool, a fantastic adventure playground for the kids, and a giant jumping pillow. After a day of exploring local wineries or cycling the nearby rail trails, you can cook up a storm in our well-equipped camp kitchen or enjoy a classic Aussie barbecue in our shaded outdoor areas. With our friendly service and relaxed atmosphere, BIG4 Wangaratta is the perfect place to unwind and create lasting memories.
BIG4 Wangaratta – North Cedars Holiday Park – VIC Location Map
BIG4 Wangaratta – North Cedars Holiday Park
- Address: 170 Bowser Rd, North Wangaratta VIC 3678
- Website: northcedars.com.au
- GPS Coordinates: -36.33008, 146.34701
Park Features and Amenities
- Location: Ideally situated in North Wangaratta with easy access from the Hume Highway, perfect for exploring the surrounding gourmet regions and historic towns.
- Site Suitable For: All sizes of caravans, RVs, motorhomes, camper trailers, and tents.
- Road Access: Excellent sealed road access from the highway and throughout the park.
- Site Surface: Large, level, and well-grassed sites offering plenty of shade.
- Camping Permitted: Yes, dedicated powered and unpowered sites are available for camping.
- Powered Sites: Yes, a large number of powered sites are available.
- Un-powered Sites: Yes, a selection of unpowered sites is also available.
- Picnic Tables: Yes, available for use in communal and BBQ areas.
- Potable Water: Yes, available to all powered sites and at various points in the park.
- Mobile Phone Coverage: Good coverage for all major Australian providers.
- TV Reception: Strong digital TV signal.
- BBQs: Yes, free electric barbecues are located in the camp kitchen and outdoor areas.
- Onsite Public Toilets: Yes, clean and well-maintained amenity blocks with hot showers.
- Ullage / Dump Point: Yes, a convenient onsite dump point is available for park guests.
- Drive Through Sites: Yes, several drive-through sites are available, perfect for overnight stays.
- Rubbish Bins: Yes, general waste and recycling bins are conveniently located.
- Open Fires: No, open fires are not permitted. Please check with management regarding use of your own contained fire pit during off-season.
- Generator Use: Permitted only for short periods in designated areas. Please check with reception for rules and times.
- Essentials to Bring: Bicycles for the nearby rail trails, swimmers, and an appetite for local food and wine.
- Pet Friendly: Yes, the park is pet-friendly on sites. It is essential to book ahead and confirm with management as conditions apply.
- Fishing: Good fishing for Murray Cod, Trout Cod, and Yellowbelly in the nearby Ovens and King Rivers. A Victorian fishing licence is required.
- Short Walks: Pleasant walks can be enjoyed around the park and along the nearby Ovens River.
Local Amenities
- Local Pubs:
- The Vine Hotel (approx. 2.5 km)
- Pinsent Hotel (approx. 3.5 km)
- The Grand Central Hotel (approx. 4 km)
- Places to Eat:
- Rinaldo’s Casa Cucina (approx. 3.5 km)
- Cafe the PreVue (Riverside) (approx. 4 km)
- A wide range of cafes, restaurants and takeaways in Wangaratta’s CBD (from approx. 3.5 km).
- Local Attractions:
- Wangaratta Art Gallery (approx. 4 km)
- Ned Kelly Museum & Homestead, Glenrowan (approx. 14 km)
- Milawa Gourmet Region (Brown Brothers Winery, Milawa Cheese Factory) (approx. 17 km)
- Winton Motor Raceway (approx. 15 km)
- Nearest Caravan Parks:
- Painters Island Caravan Park (approx. 4.5 km)
- Avonlea Caravan Park (approx. 6 km)
- Next Free Camps:
- Edi Cutting Campground (approx. 40 km)
- Greta Heritage Park Rest Area (approx. 18 km)
- Nearest Dump Points:
- Onsite at BIG4 Wangaratta.
- Wangaratta Showgrounds Public Dump Point (approx. 5 km).
- Nearest Petrol Station:
- Multiple major service stations (Caltex, Shell) are located within 1 km on Bowser Road and the Hume Highway.
- Drinking Water Resupply:
- Onsite at the holiday park.
- Nearest Public Toilets:
- Onsite within the holiday park.
- Apex Park, Wangaratta (approx. 4.5 km).
Seasonal Weather Forecast: Wangaratta
- Summer (December – February): Expect hot and generally dry weather. Average temperatures range from 16°C to 32°C, with many days exceeding 35°C.
- Autumn (March – May): Typically characterised by mild, sunny days and cool nights, making it a perfect time for visiting wineries and cycling. Average temperatures are between 8°C and 25°C.
- Winter (June – August): Cool to cold, with frosty mornings and crisp, clear days. It is the perfect time for exploring local history and enjoying hearty food and wine. Average temperatures range from 3°C to 14°C.
- Spring (September – November): The weather is mild but can be variable, with a mix of sunshine and showers. The surrounding countryside is vibrant and green. Averages range from 7°C to 22°C.
