Pakenham Caravan Park

Pakenham Caravan Park offers a peaceful, semi-rural escape just outside the bustle of Melbourne, making it an ideal stopover for travellers heading to or from Gippsland. The park provides long-term and short-stay accommodation options including cabins, caravan sites, and grassy areas for campers.

Its convenient location allows visitors to enjoy both country tranquillity and easy access to suburban shopping, dining, and essential services. With friendly onsite management and basic facilities, it suits road trippers, retirees, and working travellers.

Nearby Tourist Attractions:

🚶‍♂️ Toomuc Creek Trail & Lakeside Recreation Reserve

Enjoy a leisurely walk, cycle, or picnic along the nearby Toomuc Creek shared paths. Lakeside Reserve features a large lake, playgrounds, and BBQs.

🛍️ Pakenham Town Centre

Just minutes away, with shops, supermarkets, restaurants, and cafés like Shavans @ Pakenham or Cafe 127 offering local hospitality.

🌿 Bunyip State Park (25 min drive)

A hidden gem for bushwalkers and 4WD enthusiasts, offering scenic tracks through tall eucalypt forests and fern gullies. Ideal for wildlife spotting and day hikes.

🏞️ Cardinia Reservoir Park (15 min drive)

A peaceful spot for picnics, with sweeping views, resident kangaroos, and walking tracks through native bushland.

🐴 Pakenham Racing Club

Catch a thoroughbred race or event at this modern facility just a few minutes from the park—home to one of Victoria’s key racing venues.

🧀 Gippsland Food & Wine Trail (starts ~30 mins east)

Head further into Gippsland to discover regional produce including cheese, wines, and artisanal goods at stops like Cannibal Creek Vineyard and Jindi Cheese.

🚂 Historic Puffing Billy Railway (30–40 min drive to Emerald or Belgrave)

Make a half-day trip into the Dandenong Ranges and ride Australia’s most iconic steam train through lush rainforest and mountain villages.

Pakenham Caravan Park is a great base for those who want to explore both the scenic east and city edge, offering a no-fuss, friendly experience with easy access to natural attractions and local conveniences. Ideal for short breaks or stopovers en route to Victoria’s beautiful Gippsland region.