Celebrate World Camping Day across Victoria this weekend

As World Camping Day approaches on Monday 29 June, Caravan & Residential Parks Victoria is encouraging Victorians to embrace the great outdoors and discover the unique experiences available at tourist parks across the state.

Coinciding with the winter school holidays, World Camping Day is a celebration of the people, places and communities that make camping and caravanning one of our most loved holiday traditions.

Whether you’re planning a coastal getaway, a high country adventure, a regional escape or a relaxing weekend surrounded by nature, Victoria’s tourist parks offer something for everyone.

More Than Just a Holiday

Camping and caravanning have long been about more than simply finding a place to stay. They create opportunities to reconnect with family, spend time with friends, meet fellow travellers and experience local communities in a way few other holidays can.

Caravan & Residential Parks Victoria General Manager for Tourist Parks, Gary Anderton said World Camping Day provides an opportunity to celebrate the connections and memories created through camping.

“Caravanning and camping has a unique ability to bring people together. Whether it’s sharing stories around a campfire, meeting fellow travellers, watching the kids make new friends or simply spending quality time outdoors, Victoria’s tourist parks create connections that are often missing from our busy daily lives,” Mr Anderton said.

“World Camping Day is a reminder that some of our most memorable experiences don’t come from screens or shopping centres. They come from exploring a regional town, waking up in nature, cooking a meal outdoors and creating lasting memories with family and friends.”

Tourist Parks Embrace World Camping Day

Across Victoria, tourist parks are marking World Camping Day with a range of family-friendly activities, special events and seasonal offers.

Guests can enjoy activities such as hot chocolate stations, marshmallow sanga making, outdoor movie nights, scavenger hunts, campfires and nature-based experiences that celebrate everything people love about camping.

These activities not only create memorable experiences for visitors but also highlight the welcoming and community-focused atmosphere that has made tourist parks a favourite holiday choice for generations of Australians.

An Affordable Way to Explore Victoria

With many households continuing to manage cost-of-living pressures, camping and caravanning remain one of the most affordable and accessible holiday options available.

“At a time when many households are carefully managing their budgets, camping and caravanning continues to provide outstanding value while delivering genuine experiences and meaningful family time,” Mr Anderton said.

“Whether you’re staying in a tent, caravan, cabin, RV or glamping accommodation, tourist parks offer an affordable way to explore Victoria and experience some of the state’s most spectacular destinations.”

From beachfront parks and riverfront retreats to mountain escapes and regional townships, visitors can enjoy a holiday experience that suits every budget and style of travel.

Supporting Regional Victoria

Every camping trip delivers benefits that extend well beyond the tourist park itself.

Victoria’s tourist park sector contributes more than $2.6 billion to the state’s economy, supports over 17,000 jobs and delivers approximately 12 million visitor nights annually, making it one of regional Victoria’s most important tourism sectors.

“Every time a family chooses to camp, caravan or stay in a tourist park, they’re supporting local jobs, regional businesses and communities right across Victoria,” Mr Anderton said.

“From dining in local cafes and pubs to visiting attractions and supporting local events, visitors staying in tourist parks make a significant contribution to regional economies.”

Celebrate World Camping Day

World Camping Day is ultimately about celebrating the simple pleasures that come from spending time outdoors and connecting with the people and places around us.

“World Camping Day is about more than where you stay. It’s about the people you meet, the communities you visit and the memories you create along the way,” Mr Anderton said.

This winter school holiday period, why not celebrate World Camping Day by planning a getaway to one of Victoria’s incredible tourist parks and experiencing the very best of camping, caravanning, cabins and glamping.

Looking for inspiration?

Visit Discover by CRPVic to explore camping, caravanning, cabin and glamping experiences across Victoria and start planning your next adventure.