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 Store

High St, Macarthur

Casual Parking       

High St, Macarthur

Short & 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, BBQ

Dump Point  

Macarthur Recreation Reserve, 5158 Port Fairy-Hamilton Rd

Potable Water          

Macarthur Recreation Reserve, 5158 Port Fairy-Hamilton Rd

Hospital        

Nearest Hospital is at Hamilton approx 35km N

Doctors Surgery     

11 Ardonachie St, Macarthur, ph 03 5568 0000

Pharmacy     

Keatings Macarthur Depot, Market St, ph 03 5576 1001

Supermarket            

Mooney’s General Store, High St, Macarthur