Gilwell Park Adventure Centre
Where To Stay Gembrook, Cardinia, Victoria
Located in Gembrook, less than an hour from Melbourne’s City Centre, Gilwell Park Adventure Centre is one of Victoria’s largest and most iconic camp and outdoor education venues. Set across 460 acres of native bushland in the Dandenong Ranges, it offers accommodation, camping, adventure activities and scenic event spaces for schools, community groups, corporate retreats and private functions.
Guests can choose from lodges, bunkhouses, ensuite huts and bush campsites. The site features a bush chapel, dining facilities, accessible amenities and open spaces ideal for large or small groups. Adventure activities include canoeing, high ropes, archery, bouldering, bushcraft, team challenges and guided environmental programs, all delivered by trained staff.
Gilwell Park specialises in tailor-made outdoor education experiences, journey-style programs and hybrid camps that combine hardtop accommodation with hiking, navigation and survival skills. It is also a popular venue for weddings, community events and festivals, with the forest chapel and natural surrounds providing a unique backdrop.
Owned and operated by Scouts Victoria, Gilwell Park is committed to environmental stewardship, youth development and creating authentic connections with nature. Whether for adventure, learning or celebration, this is where the experience begins.
Facilities
Internet Access
Free WifiDisabled Assistance
Disabled access availableMembership
Victoria Tourism Industry CouncilAccreditation
Australian Tourism Accreditation Camp/Adventure Activity Accreditation Program Sustainable Tourism Accreditation by ATICRates
Price range per person, per night. Some accommodation types have minimum booking numbers.
Trading Times
Check In: 2:00 pm
Check Out: 9:00 am