Portland Tourist Park

Perfectly situated in a quiet, garden-like setting, the Portland Tourist Park offers a peaceful and convenient base for exploring the historic and naturally beautiful Discovery Coast. This friendly and well-maintained park provides a tranquil retreat while being just a short walk from the heart of Portland’s town centre, where you can discover rich maritime history, charming cafes, and the bustling harbour. It’s an ideal choice for families, couples, and travellers looking for a comfortable and central location to uncover the secrets of Victoria’s birthplace.

The park is designed for a relaxing and enjoyable holiday, featuring a range of excellent facilities set amongst shady, established trees. It caters to all types of travellers, offering spacious powered and unpowered sites for caravans, motorhomes, and tents, as well as a variety of clean and comfortable self-contained cabins and units. Family fun is catered for with a solar-heated swimming pool, a games room, and a playground for the younger guests. As a proudly pet-friendly park, your four-legged companions are welcome to join your coastal adventure on the sites. With a well-equipped camp kitchen, free BBQ areas, and immaculate amenities, you have everything you need for a comfortable stay.

From this central hub, the best of Portland and its dramatic coastline is easily accessible. Take a ride on the unique Portland Cable Tram, which runs right past the park’s entrance, connecting you to the town’s key attractions. Explore the stunning scenery of the Cape Nelson Lighthouse, witness the gannet colony at Point Danger, or delve into the region’s seafaring past at the Maritime Discovery Centre. The area is a renowned fishing destination, offering fantastic opportunities for both offshore and breakwater fishing. For hikers, the epic Great South West Walk is a must-do. With its blend of quiet comfort, great facilities, and unbeatable convenience, the Portland Tourist Park is the perfect base for your Discovery Coast exploration.

Portland Tourist Park – VIC Location Map

Address: 74 Garden St, Portland VIC 3305
Website: www.portlandtouristpark.com.au
GPS Coordinates: -38.33199, 141.60037

Site Details

Location: In a quiet, central part of Portland, adjacent to the Botanic Gardens and on the Cable Tram route.
Site Suitable For: Caravans, motorhomes, and tents. A wide range of cabins and units is also available.
Road Access: Sealed road access.
Site Surface: Offering spacious grass and slab sites with ample shade.

Facilities

Solar-Heated Swimming Pool
Children’s Playground & Games Room
Camp Kitchen & Free Gas BBQs
Onsite Public Toilets & Showers
Guest Laundry
Onsite Dump Point
Potable Water & Rubbish Bins
Good Mobile Phone & TV Reception

Activities & Essentials

Essentials to Bring: Fishing gear, hiking boots for the Great South West Walk, and a warm jacket for the coastal weather.
Pet-Friendly: Yes, the park is pet-friendly for campsites (conditions apply).
Open Fires: Open fires are not permitted. BBQ facilities are available for use.
Generator Use: Generators are generally not permitted; please check with park management.
Fishing: World-class game fishing offshore for tuna, plus excellent jetty, breakwater, and beach fishing for a variety of species.
Short Walks: Adjacent to the Portland Botanic Gardens and on the route of the Portland Cable Tram for easy access to foreshore walks.

Local Amenities

Pubs

Gordon Hotel: Approximately 1.5 km
Mac’s Hotel: Approximately 1.5 km
Royal Hotel: Approximately 2 km

Places to Eat

Clock by the Bay: Approximately 2 km
Edward’s Waterfront Restaurant: Approximately 2 km
A wide range of cafes and takeaway shops in the town centre.

Local Attractions

Portland Botanic Gardens: Adjacent to the park
Portland Cable Trams: Tram stop at the park entrance
Portland Maritime Discovery Centre: Approximately 2 km
Cape Nelson Lighthouse: Approximately 12 km
Point Danger Gannet Colony: Approximately 5 km

Nearest Caravan Parks

Portland Holiday Village: Approximately 2 km
Henty Bay Holiday Park: Approximately 4 km

Nearest Free Camps

Sawpit Free Campground (Narrawong): Approximately 18 km
Surry Ridge Camp Area (Cobboboonee National Park): Approximately 22 km

Nearest Dump Points

Onsite at Park
Portland Public Dump Point (Henty Park): Approximately 2.5 km

Nearest Petrol Stations

BP Portland (Bentinck St): Approximately 2 km
Shell (Coles Express) Portland: Approximately 1.5 km

Drinking Water Resupply

Onsite at Park
Portland Visitor Information Centre.

Nearest Public Toilets

Onsite at Park
Portland Botanic Gardens Public Toilets: Approximately 200m

Seasonal Weather Forecast: Portland

Summer (December – February): Mild and pleasant with average maximum temperatures around 21-22°C, often with a cool sea breeze, making it a great escape from inland heat.
Autumn (March – May): Calm, clear, and mild days are common, providing excellent conditions for fishing and hiking the Great South West Walk.
Winter (June – August): Cool, brisk, and often windy, with average maximums around 14°C. This is the peak season for whale watching along the coastline.
Spring (September – November): Cool to mild weather, which can be windy. The landscape is green and lush, and it’s a great time for seeing the gannet colony become active.