RV Friendlies & Events

The Pondering Frog Tearoom is located on the Tasman Highway, (11km south of Bicheno), 400 metres from the Coles Bay turn-off and approximately 177 kilometres north-east of Hobart. The tearoom is open every day and offers homemade ice creams, Devonshire teas, lunches and snacks. Jams, chutneys, pickles, fruit wine and liqueurs are also available for sale. The majority of produce is sourced locally to provide a true taste of Tasmania.The Pondering Frog allows self-contained vehicles to park on their grounds for up to 96 hours with payment via a donation box on site. Pets on leads are permitted, and bins and water are accessible.There is an abundance of natural beauty to explore in the Bicheno area. Freycinet National Park and the famous Wineglass Bay are close by, perfect for kayaking and walks along the peninsula. No visit to Bicheno would be complete without taking an evening Bicheno Penguin Tour, an up close experience with penguins in their natural habitat.Cost: $10 per vehicle per nightParking: Self-contained vehicles only, 96hrs, pets on lead, some mobile coverage, bins, waterOpening Hours: Tearoom - Summer: 8am – 7pm; Winter: 9am – 5pm. Tearoom is licensed

Bower is located approximately 113 kilometres from Adelaide, South Australia. This small town was named after a South Australian Member of Parliament (1865 – 1887) David Bower, who donated land to the area. By 1916, Bower had become a dispatch centre for mallee roots and timber, which were loaded in at the railway station and then sent to Adelaide.Those visiting Bower can find short term parking at Bower Reserve Camping Area. Here, a privacy fence was recently erected, offering a quiet and secure area to park in overnight. Unpowered sites are available for $5 per vehicle per night and powered sites for $10 per vehicle per night. An additional fee of $2 is required for use of the dump point. The Reserve also has plenty of facilities available, including some power, toilets, water, barbecue stations and tennis courts.Bower Hall and Reserve is a great destination when exploring local surrounding regions.Address: Kapunda Morgan Road, BowerPhone: Progress Association 08 8581 0597Cost: Unpowered $5pvpn, Powered $10pvpn, donation box in BBQ shed opposite tennis court and war memorial, $2 for dump pointParking: Unlimited parking near BBQ or opposite tennis courts

Macarthur is a small, rural township, located 311 kilometres west of Melbourne. The town was named after General Edward Macarthur in 1857, however, prior to this, it was known as Eumeralla, an aboriginal term thought to mean ‘valley of plenty’. The town offers a small service centre, including a pub, post office, chemist, rural supply store and milk bar.Macarthur Recreation Reserve on Port Fairy-Hamilton Road allows parking for up to 72 hours. There is a $10.00 per vehicle per night charge for unpowered sites, and for those requiring power, a fee of $20 per vehicle per night applies. A dump point is located at the site, along with toilets and bbqs, as well as a limited water supply. Pets on a lead are permitted.Macarthur serves as a gateway to Mount Eccles National Park, the home of the long dormant volcano, Mount Eccles, also known as Budj Bim. Within its crater lies the tranquil Lake Surprise and a variety of walking trails, including the Natural Bridge and Lava Canal.  Tourist/Visitor Centre       Mooney’s General StoreHigh St, MacarthurCasual Parking       High St, MacarthurShort & Long Term Parking           Macarthur Recreation Reserve, 5158 Port Fairy-Hamilton Rd, (72hr), $20 pvpn pwr, $10.00 for unpwr, pets on lead, tlts, ltd water, BBQDump Point  Macarthur Recreation Reserve, 5158 Port Fairy-Hamilton RdPotable Water          Macarthur Recreation Reserve, 5158 Port Fairy-Hamilton RdHospital        Nearest Hospital is at Hamilton approx 35km NDoctors Surgery     11 Ardonachie St, Macarthur, ph 03 5568 0000Pharmacy     Keatings Macarthur Depot, Market St, ph 03 5576 1001Supermarket            Mooney’s General Store, High St, Macarthur