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Good to know

Dogs allowed
No booking required
Camping
No fees payable
4WD only

This site is behind a seasonal road closure and is generally not accessible after the King’s Birthday long weekend in June to the end of October, but closures can be extended depending on seasonal conditions. Please check road closures on the More to Explore App before travelling to this area.

There is no rubbish collection at this site, please take your rubbish with you when you leave.

This site has no reliable access to drinking water so please bring your own.

There is no phone reception at this location, so please plan accordingly.

Suitable for

Intermediate (some experience recommended)

About this campground

Located in the Mansfield State Forest and set among gum trees, this large open camping area caters for both individuals and groups.

Specifically designed for horse riders, visitors will enjoy the amenities at Flat Spur which include a large undercover shelter, fire pits, picnic table, toilet and communal horse yards. The upper reaches of the Howqua River are just a short walk away.

While enjoying this peaceful campground, visit the nearby Bindaree Falls, take a drive to Craig’s Hut or venture into the adjoining Alpine National Park (dogs are not permitted in the National Park).

Please be aware that licenced tour operator groups have first option for use of the horse yards and group camping area. When not being used by tour operators, they are available for general use. The toilet and other areas of the campground are available for general use at all times.

Photo gallery

An orange wooden sign reads Flat Spur Camping Area. It is surrounded by tall green grass with a dirt pathway in the background.

- Flat Spur offers many facilities for camping and horse riding

A picnic area with a metal shelter and table surrounded by bushland.

- Picnic facilities are available

Several large brown horses and their carers in a fenced-off area in the bush.

- Flat Spur is a popular spot for horse riding

How to get there

Investing in nature

Flat Spur Campground was upgraded in 2022 thanks to Victoria’s Great Outdoors.

Victoria’s Great Outdoors is boosting regional tourism and making it easier to enjoy nature by investing $106.6 million in better walking trails, campgrounds, 4WD tracks and visitor facilities.

Page last updated: 19/10/23