Inside Melbourne proper, there’s no legal free camping, but within about 1–2 hours you’ve got cracking options.
Try Kurth Kiln Regional Park near Gembrook (free, basic loos), O’Brien’s Crossing in Lerderderg State Park (free, rough access), and Andersons Garden in Mount Disappointment State Forest (free, drop toilets).
Bring water, a shovel, and patience—these spots fill up faster than a sausage sizzle on election day.
Check fire restrictions, track conditions, and stay limits before you go, and arrive early on weekends.
Overnighting in city car parks will earn you a fine and a grumpy ranger, so keep it legal and leave no trace.
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