Australia Day Annual Camping and hiking trip South Gippsland

Back again by popular demand. We revisit Bluepool for Australia Day: With rope swings, cliff jumping, wild swimming, day walks, and creeks to explore and camp fires allowed (in the fire pits) This is one of our favorite places to visit with a flat campsite with toilets.

🏕️ Briagalong Blue Pool – Quarries Campground Itinerary

Duration: Friday–Monday | Base camp: The Quarries Campground

Day 1 – Friday (Arrival & Campfire Night)

Afternoon
Arrive at The Quarries Campground.
Set up tents, cooking gear, and explore the campground facilities.
Short stroll to orient yourself with the Blue Pool swimming spot.
Evening
Cook dinner over the campfire.
Relax with stargazing and storytelling around the fire.

Day 2 – Saturday (River Exploration & Swimming)

Morning
Breakfast at camp.
Walk down to the Blue Pool (easy access from Quarries Campground).
Explore the river gorge: rock-hopping, creek walks, spotting wildlife.
Afternoon
Swimming at the Blue Pool — rope swings, cliff jumps, or lounging by the water.
Picnic lunch by the river.
Evening
Return to camp for dinner.
Campfire games or music.

Day 3 – Sunday (Hiking & Adventure)

Morning
Early breakfast.
Hike to The Bluff (short but steep climb, panoramic views).
Continue to Peregrine Lookout Trail (1-hour return, chance to see falcons).
Afternoon
Packed lunch on the trail or back at camp.
Optional: explore upstream from the Blue Pool gorge for quieter swimming spots.
Evening
Campfire cooking (marshmallows, damper, foil packet meals).
Share highlights of the trip so far.

Day 4 – Monday (Wind Down & Departure)

Morning
Leisurely breakfast.
Final swim at the Blue Pool or short walk along the river.
Afternoon
Pack up camp.
Depart mid-afternoon for a relaxed drive home.

🛠️ Essentials Checklist

Tent, sleeping bags, mats
Cooking gear + food supplies
Firewood & marshmallows
Water shoes/sandals for rocky river edges
Swimwear
Hiking boots & daypacks
Sunscreen, hats, insect repellent
torch/headlamp