Granite headlands, white beaches and clear, sheltered coves. Tidal River is the easy base, and three hike-in campgrounds are waiting when you want to carry your camp in.
Two styles of trip, two sets of kit.
A light mattress, a compact pole and a small pillow.
Mattresses, with lightweight trekking options for walk-in campsites.
Trekking poles for sandy climbs and long coastal tracks.
Pillows, including inflatable trekking picks, for the hike-in.
Our full ranges for trekking tents, hiking bags and rain gear.
One and two person tents and swags for walk-in camps.
Sleeping bags, liners and pillows for multi-day hikes.
Rain jackets, ponchos and overtrousers for coastal weather.
One drive-in hub, three coves you reach on foot.
The Prom's main hub, with hundreds of powered and unpowered sites a short walk from Norman Beach and the start of the Mount Oberon walk.
Good to knowNo fires or solid fuel barbecues at any time, so cook on gas. The general store sells ice, gas and basic groceries.
View Campground DetailsA tea-tree sheltered camp near wind-swept Oberon Bay, reached on the coastal track from Tidal River or inland from Telegraph Junction.
Good to knowToilets and limited tank water that isn't reliable, so carry in enough and treat what you use. Cross the creek from Tidal River at low tide.
View Campground DetailsA golden, sheltered beach on the east coast, reached by a 10km walk (about 3 hours one way) from Telegraph Saddle through rainforest and ferny gullies.
Good to knowThe creek crossing to camp is best at low tide. Toilets are provided, creek water must be treated and no fires are allowed.
View Campground DetailsA secluded cove at the far end of the east coast track, reached on foot from Sealers Cove or Little Waterloo Bay.
Good to knowToilets and untreated creek water, and no fires. Boats anchor here too, so the campground is shared with sailors who've booked.
View Campground DetailsThe Prom rewards a bit of planning, especially on the hike-in tracks.
Fires and solid fuel barbecues are banned at Tidal River at all times, and there are no fires at the hike-in camps either. A compact gas stove handles every meal.
Find a Camp StoveThe creek crossings at Sealers Cove and on the coastal track to Oberon Bay are best done at low tide. Check tide times before you leave signal behind.
Hike-in water comes from creeks or tanks, and Oberon Bay's tank supply isn't reliable. Carry tablets or a filter and enough water to get you there.
Find a Water BottleOvernight hikers need a permit before they start and must keep it on them. You also need to leave your itinerary with an emergency contact.
The walk to Sealers Cove alone is 10km with steep sections, and you carry everything. A light tent and a pack that fits well make the climb out far easier.
Find a Hiking PackEuropean wasps hang around the hike-in campgrounds. Store food and rubbish in sealed bags and keep sweet drinks covered.
For Tidal River comfort or a few nights on the track.
Gear grouped by how you live and move.
Tidal River is the main drive-in campground, with powered and unpowered sites close to Norman Beach. Everything else is hike-in, including Oberon Bay on the west coast and Sealers Cove and Refuge Cove on the east. Each hike-in campground needs a booking and a permit.
No. Fires aren't permitted at Tidal River at any time, and that includes solid fuel heat beads for barbecues. The hike-in campgrounds don't allow fires either, so bring a gas stove for the whole trip.
There's water, but none of it is ready to drink. Sealers Cove and Refuge Cove rely on creek water and Oberon Bay has a limited tank that can run low. Treat everything and carry enough to reach camp.
It's about 10km and 3 hours one way from Telegraph Saddle, through rainforest and ferny gullies. The track is graded challenging with steep sections, and the way back is mostly uphill. Time your arrival so you cross the creek near low tide.
No. Pets aren't allowed at Tidal River, and dogs are banned at the hike-in campgrounds and on the walks. Assistance dogs are the exception, so check entry requirements with Parks Victoria first.
We design our tents and packs with people who carry them on real hikes, then test them outdoors before they reach the shelf.
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