HS Camp Summer Alps Edition 2025 - Porepunkah Vic. MAP
Let us gather to celebrate our Not Back to School lifestyle!
Feb 9/10th to 14th 2025
exploring and enjoying nature together!
Book a Cabin, a Caravan / tent site or even share a house with other families!
Right on the edge of the Ovens River in Porepunkah.
How to book your accommodation:
Call (do not book online or you will miss out on discount)
The Pines Caravan Park
Call: (03) 5756 2282
Mention HS families Camp Group
Prices and details of sites:
When making a reservation all we would require at the time of booking is $100 deposit for any cabin booking & a $50 deposit for powered site bookings with balance due 14 days prior to arrival.
(Dogs allowed on sites only, not cabins/units etc)
Superior 3 Bedroom Riverside Villa’s ( Villa 2 & 3 are available ) – Sleeps 8 – price per night for 2 Adults $300.00 then for each additional person $15 per person per night
Bedroom 1 – Queen Bed and ensuite
Bedroom 2 – Double bed
Bedroom 3 – 2 sets of bunks
Second bathroom
Large kitchen, full sized dining table, lounge suite, outdoor deck area overlooking the river with table & Chairs
Riverview Spa Cabins – Spa 1 and Spa 2 – Sleeps 4 - price per night for 2 Adults $225.00 then for each additional person $15 per person per night
Large 2 Bedroom cabin. Bedroom 1 – Queen, Bedroom 2 – 2 Single beds
Large Kitchen, full sized fridge, oven, microwave, lounge, dining area, bathroom with corner spa and separate toilet.
Superior Villa – 88 and 82 – Sleeps 6 - price per night for 2 Adults $198.00 for each additional person $15 per person per night
Large 2 Bedroom Cabin: Bedroom 1 – Queen bed, Bedroom 2 – 2 sets of bunks
Large kitchen, full fridge, oven, microwave. Corner lounge suite , 6 seater dining table. Large verandah/deck
Superior Cabin 87 – Sleeps 5 - price per night for 2 Adults $190.00 for each additional person $15 per person per night
Large 2 Bedroom Cabin: Bedroom 1 – Queen Bed, Bedroom 2 – Double bunk, double bed on bottom and single bed on top.
Full kitchen with fridge, oven, microwave, medium sized dining table.
Superior Cabin 64a – Sleeps 4 - price per night for 2 Adults $190.00 for each additional person $15 per person per night
2 Bedroom Cabin: Bedroom 1 – Queen bed, Bedroom 2: 1 sets of bunks
Full kitchen, large fridge, oven, microwave. Small dining table and couch. Bathroom with washing machine and dryer, separate toilet.
2 Bedroom Standard Ensuite cabins – 83, 84, 85 and 86 – Sleeps 6 - price per night for 2 Adults $162 for each additional person $15 per person per night
2 Bedroom cabins: Bedroom 1 – double bed, Bedroom 2 – 2 sets of bunks,
Kitchenette: – bar fridge, hot plate/grill, microwave oven.
2 seater couch, chair and small dining table.
1 Bedroom Miners Cabins – 79, 80 and 81 – Sleeps 2 - price per night for 2 Adults $135.00
Double bed in bedroom with ensuite bathroom. Kitchenette with bar fridge, electric hot plate, microwave. 2 seater couch and small round dining table.
Budget Cabins – 1 bedroom – 62 and 63 - price per night for 2 Adults $117.00 for each additional person $15 per person per night
Open plan cabin with main bed (double) in living area, Kitchenette with bar fridge, grill, microwave. Small dining table. Bedroom 1 – triple bunk. Ensuited bathroom.
Budget Cabin – open plan – 35 and 37 – Sleeps 4 - price per night for 2 Adults $117.00 for each additional person $15 per person per night
Open plan cabin with queen bed and 1 set of bunks in living area. Kitchenette with bar fridge, grill, microwave. Dining table Ensuited bathroom
Budget Cabin – open plan – 36 – Sleeps 2 - price per night for 2 Adults $117.00
Queen bed in living area. Kitchenette with bar fridge, grill, microwave, 2 seater couch. Ensuited bathroom
House 1 – 4 Bedroom – Sleeps 12 - price per night for 2 Adults $261.00 for each additional person $15 per person per night
Bedrooms 1 and 2 – Double Beds, Bedrooms 3 and 4 – 2 sets of bunks in each.
Large Kitchen, dining table, lounge area, Smart TV. Bathroom and laundry. Large back Deck with outdoor setting.
House 2 – 3 Bedroom – Sleeps 8 - price per night for 2 Adults $243.00 for each additional person $15 per person per night
Bedroom 1 – Queen bed, Bedroom 2 – Double Bed, Bedroom 3 – 2 sets of bunks.
Large Kitchen, dining table, lounge, Smart TV. Bathroom, laundry. Sitting area with outdoor dining setting.
Camping - Powered Sites / Ensuite Sites
POWERED SITES - $43.50/NIGHT for 2 Adults then $10 pp
ENSUITE POWERED SITES - $67.50/NIGHT for 2 Adults then $10 pp
The Porepunkah Pines Holiday Park has an enormous range of cabin and villa accommodation for groups and families of every size and budget. The cabins range from the budget and superior cabins which sleep four people, all the way through to the two-bedroom ensuite cabins which will sleep up to six. There are even cabins with a spa in them, just perfect for relaxing after a day of hiking or cycling in the region.
For large groups of between nine and 12 people, the Porepunkah Pines Holiday Park also has two houses available so everyone can be accommodated. All of the smaller cabins also benefit from well-appointed kitchens, private bathrooms, and relaxing sitting areas so you can put your feet up knowing everything you need for your holiday is right there.
Meet Arabella - Storyteller, Theatre Maker, Dance Instructor and Child Whisperer!
With over twenty years of experience running engaging workshops and performances for children.
Arabella studied acting and dance at QUT and performed in many shows.
She ran Fringe dwellers Youth Theatre for 12 years Performing as "Bella the Bookworm," she captivates audiences with interactive stories that spark creativity and joy.
Join her for Bella the Bookworm Storytime sessions!
Details: See Whiteboard at camp for location and times.
Wind down your day with Bella the Bookworm's magical story-time session!
Perfect for children of all ages, Bella brings stories to life with captivating tales, gentle interaction, and a sprinkle of wonder.
Wear your pyjamas, bring your favourite cuddly toy, and get ready to settle in for a cosy, heartwarming adventure that will spark imaginations and leave everyone ready for sweet dreams.
45 minute session
$5 per child – adults free!!! (cash please)
Plus Dance / Movement Workshop
BOOK NOW
Giraffes Can’t Dance
Discover the joy of movement in the Giraffes Can't Dance storytelling, movement, and dance workshop! Based on the beloved story, this fun and interactive session is designed to show that if you can move, you can dance.
Children aged 5 and up will explore a variety of dance styles, from Waltzing to to energetic Tango, all while learning about rhythm, expression, and creativity. With an focus on different dance traditions and an empowering message of self-confidence, this workshop is the perfect blend of learning and fun. Let’s get moving and grooving together!
Details: Tues 10 Am & 1.30 PM See Whiteboard at camp for location.
We need a minimum of 10 participants for this to go ahead
Booking Here
1hour 15 min session
$15 per person, pay at camp but please use booking link above to confirm your spot.
NOT BACK TO SCHOOL PARTY
Tuesday 11th Feb
10am to 4pm
We are inviting local Home Ed families how cannot attend the week log camp, to join us in a NBTS Party at the Holiday Park.
All people NOT staying at the Park must register at reception and pay $10.00 per family for use of facilities.
CALLING ALL FAIRIES, WILDLINGS AND POTION MASTERS!
Step into a world of magic and wonder at our Pine forest potion play workshop!
Together, we’ll explore the secrets of the pine forest and create enchanting potions filled with fizz, bubbles, flowers, herbs, eco-glitter, and vibrant colors.
This open-ended experience invites young potion makers (ages 3-12) to freely mix, swirl, and create their own enchanting concoctions.
And when the fun is done, every child will take home one special potion to cherish!
Details:
When: Wednsday 12th Feb - 10am
Where: At the caravan park ( Exact location TBC)
Cost: $15 per child (payable by January 31st to allow time to gather the perfect supplies). Who: Perfect for ages 3-12.
Parents must stay to supervise their little potion makers.
Spaces are limited, so secure your spot today and let the magic begin! Ready to join the fun?
HOW TO BOOK: email Kelly-Anne on kelly30888@gmail.com
Community Weaving
We have a beautiful HS mumma who has built a gorgeous large Loom that she will have set up for anyone and everyone to create a Porepunkah 2025 HS camp artwork
Weaving on a loom using recycled materials offers a rich, hands-on learning experience that blends creativity, sustainability, and practical skills. It develops fine motor skills, patience, and problem-solving while encouraging an appreciation for resourcefulness and environmental impact.
and its heaps of fun!
Pepo Farms! -
Tour Anyone - contact farm to see if they are open.
Here at Pepo Farms, we are passionate about food, farming and community.
We want to take part in fostering the future of farming in our region, and we encourage everyone to get on board with helping us to achieve an ongoing and prosperous future of growing food sustainably, having access to local produce and engaging with our community about food security and changing attitudes to small scale farm viability.
We will undertake this exciting venture through the establishment of a social enterprise business.
Pepo Farms -
5061 Great Alpine Rd, Ovens Vic 3738
Call us: 03 5752 1199
SHOP HOURS
Mon - Fri: 9am to 5pm
Sat - Sun: 10am to 4pm
Public Holidays:
10am to 4pm
Explore Mt Buffalo National Park
Get closer to nature at this spectacular 'island in the sky', home to plants found nowhere else on Earth. Sheer cliffs, granite tors, waterfalls and big views make Mount Buffalo a must-see alpine retreat. Hike through stunted Snow Gum forests, toboggan in Cresta Valley. There's something to do in every season.
Follow the Lakeside Walk through twisted Snow Gum forests and breathe in the fresh mountain air.
Check out the view from The Horn, the highest point in Mount Buffalo National Park at 1,723m.
Watch Australian Kestrels dive on Bogong Moths at sunset.
Mount Buffalo is home to charismatic Australian wildlife and 550 species of native plants, including plants found nowhere else on Earth, such as the Buffalo Sallee tree.
Hike Laby Bath Falls
Ladies Bath and Eurobin Falls
Mount Buffalo National Park
At Ladies Bath Falls, water cascades into a perfectly clear pool of water, while at Upper and Lower Eurobin Falls, Crystal Creek spills spectacularly over a formidable granite escarpment.
With only a short walk to see all three, this is an excellent half-day trip..
Ladies Bath and Eurobin Falls is one of the first places you can stop on your way up Mount Buffalo. In the early 20th century, travellers would stop here to cool off on their way to the Mount Buffalo chalet. The men and women would separate and Ladies Bath is where the women would come to dip their toes in the refreshing waters of Crystal Brook.
Although the waterfall doesn't look very big, this creek has formed the huge chasm you will see up at the top of Eurobin Falls.
If you are cooling off at Ladies Bath Falls, be careful walking over the rocks as they can be very slippery.
As waterfalls are within a natural environment, you may encounter hazards. Follow our water safety advice to make sure your day out at Ladies Bath and Eurobin Falls is a safe and enjoyable one.
Ride or Walk the Rail trail Into Bright
Take a rest at Riverside Park and enjoy a view to Mount Buffalo from the side of the river.
Rail Trail Cafe: This is clearly a popular place to stop for a coffee and / or a bit to eat. There are a couple of other options further along on the main drag.
Bright to Porepunkah (Murray to Mountains Rail Trail) - Walking Maps
Explore Bright Splash Park
Water from an old gold dredge bucket dumps down on the children waiting below, hitting the ground with a 'splash'. Gleeful shrieks fill the air. Nearby, a father and son are drenching each other with water cannons. Water squirts from the ground as children dart through rings of spray glistening in the sunlight.
Splayed out on the grass by the banks of the Ovens River are families picnicking, sunbaking, reading, and sleeping. Some swim in the river as the lifeguard watches on, edging as close to the dam wall as they can before the water cascades over.
Set within Centenary Park and close to the cafes and eateries of the town centre, the Splash Park and River Pool has easy access to gas BBQs and picnic tables. A large children's playground, drinking water and public toilets are located in the adjoining Howitt Park.
Best of all, it's free!
The Splash Park and River Pool are officially open in the warmer months of the year when a lifeguard is on duty. The season generally runs up to the Easter long weekend before the splash park is switched off for winter when the river runs cold and fast.
The splash park uses a single-use water system that draws water from a bore and requires no chemical treatment. Used water is drained into the river, adding to the natural flows.
Canyon Walk
The Canyon Walk along the Ovens River is one of the prettiest to go on. Tracking crystal clear waters and shady trees, cool in summer, you'll never get tired of this walk.
A little rough and stony in places but well worth the effort.
Approximately 1.5 hour loop. Leaving Bright.
The website is created and sponsored by Education Navigator Australia
and Annmarie Beatty.
We acknowledges the original custodians of these lands. The people of the rivers and the hills have walked these lands for thousands of years as well as today, and we pay respect to the elders of the past, present and emerging.
This group is a safe space and do not tolerate discrimination of any kind.
