Book a campsite

The McCrae, Rosebud, Rye, and Sorrento campgrounds are part of a Crown Land reserve and operate seasonally from late October through late April/Early May each year.

Online bookings are now open for the 2026-27 Camping Season

Peak Season (19 Dec - 30 Jan)

• All peak season booking must arrive and depart on a Saturday
• Currently a minimum 14-night stay applies for peak season bookings
• The minimum nights will change to 7 at midday Monday 7 September
• From midday Monday 30 November a minimum of 1 night will apply to any remaining sites
• Other booking conditions apply - refer to Conditions of Camping on this page

Book a Campsite Online

Season dates and maximum stay

• Pre-Peak: 23 Oct 2026 – 19 Dec 2026
  Maximum stay per booking: 21 nights

• Peak: 19 Dec 2026 – 30 Jan 2027
  Maximum stay per booking: 35 nights 

• Post-Peak: 30 Jan 2027 – 2 May 2027
  Maximum stay per booking: 21 nights

• The minimum stay for peak season will change to 7 nights on midday Monday 7 September
• The minimum stay for peak season will change to 1 night on midday Monday 30 November
• March 2027 – Labour Day long-weekend, minimum 3 nights from Friday 26 February
• March 2027 – Easter, minimum 4 nights from Thursday 26 March

Download our easy-to-follow booking guide 

How to choose and book your campsite(PDF, 176KB)

How to choose sites and make a group booking (max two sites)(PDF, 193KB)

Booking information

Please read the Conditions of Camping before making a booking. Key points include:

• Family friendly campgrounds. No noise permitted after 11pm
• A maximum of 6 people per site with a maximum of 4 adults (18+)
• Water taps are not provided at every site and are not for exclusive use
• Family/All Accessible change amenities are located in some sections
• Campers must ensure a 2-metre clearance between sites for fire services
• Only gas or electric BBQs allowed. No solid fuel fires are permitted at any time
• No pets. (Qualified and registered assistance dogs are welcome. Please contact the office before booking)

Cancellation and amendment information

Please read the Foreshore Camping Cancellation Policies before making a booking.

Download the camping fees: 
Camping Fees 2026-27 Rosebud and McCrae(PDF, 61KB)
Camping Fees 2026-27 Rye and Sorrento(PDF, 58KB)

Important Update

We no longer accept applications for a ballot or waiting list in Rosebud for peak season. This change ensures fair and equal access to peak-season sites for everyone.

Contact

Foreshore Camping Office
1380 Point Nepean Road, Rosebud (main office)
Telephone: 5950 1011
Email: camping@mornpen.vic.gov.au

To stay up to date on camping in Rosebud, McCrae, Rye and Sorrento you can follow us on our Foreshore Camping Facebook page.