Base Camp at Cave Hill Creek
Base Camps are a terrific opportunity
for students to really embrace the outdoors
Base Camp adventures are led by our experienced outdoor staff, giving students the chance to truly immerse themselves in nature. It’s a hands-on opportunity to learn practical campcraft skills, build confidence, strengthen friendships, and experience the fun and freedom of outdoor living.
Who is a Base camp for?
Base Camps are ideal for students ready to extend their outdoor learning beyond a traditional Residential Camp. These programs offer the excitement of setting up a real campsite like pitching tents in the bush, cooking meals outdoors, exploring Mount Buangor National Park, and embracing life immersed in nature. It’s the perfect next step for growing independence, resilience, and teamwork.
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Spend the night under the stars
There’s a special kind of magic that comes with camping out, something you simply can’t experience from a cabin or glamping tent.
At Base Camp, students sleep in tents beneath a sky full of stars, surrounded by the quiet hum of the forest. It’s an experience that encourages reflection, resilience, and a deeper connection with the outdoors. Evenings unfold around the campfire with shared stories, warm friendships, and a sense of accomplishment that grows from living simply, working together, and embracing nature. It’s a memorable, grounding adventure that stays with students long after they return home.
Contact UsBase camp activities
The surrounding Mount Buangor National Park provides an excellent space for outdoor recreation and activities readily accessible from the campsite. A full range of activities and facilities designed to fit into any program are available.
Visit a Waterfall
Discover hundreds of stunning waterfalls in the Grampians and the Pyrenees Region.
Frisbee Golf
It’s just like Golf, but with a Frisbee. Explore the camp grounds while playing a few rounds with friends!
Ultimate Frisbee
Run, throw, and catch with Frisbee fun! Fast-paced Ultimate Frisbee is an engaging team game full of fun and laughs.
Team Building & Initiatives
Solve problems, build trust, and work as a team! Fun, interactive challenges that strengthen communication and collaboration.
Table Tennis
Challenge your friends to a table tennis rally. Quick reactions and banter between mates makes this a favourite indoor game.
Possum Glider
Launch into the air with your team’s support. A thrilling leap that inspires bravery, confidence, and teamwork.
Night Walks
Experience the bush after dark. Night walks reveal wildlife, sounds, and starry skies for a magical outdoor adventure.
Giant’s Ladder
Climb a giant’s ladder high into the sky. A ropes adventure that tests teamwork, balance, and determination.
Camp Fire
Share stories and songs around the fire pit. A fun social experience that brings groups together.
Crate Stack
Stack crates and climb skyward! A fun test of balance and teamwork that challenges agility, courage, and problem-solving.
Camp Outs
Sleep under the stars and wake to nature’s soundtrack. Camp outs spark adventure, connection, and unforgettable memories in the bush.
Bushwalking
Enjoy world-class day walks through forests, waterfalls and reach spectacular views offered from mountaintop peaks. Discover the great outdoors together!
Bush Hoedown
Hee Haw!! Dance, sing, and laugh at a lively bush hoedown. Banjo tunes, group moves, and plenty of energy make it unforgettable.
Abseiling
Descend natural cliffs under the supervision of our expert guides. Build courage, trust, and confidence while taking in stunning bushland views from the rock face.
Canoeing
Paddle on the lake in a canoe, and have a splashing good time out on the waters.
Low Ropes
Stay closer to the ground while building trust and confidence. Low ropes activities encourage resilience, support, and connection with others.
Archery
Channel your inner Robin Hood! Learn technique, sharpen focus, and enjoy the thrill of hitting the target in a scenic outdoor range.
Bush Cooking
Gather around the fire to cook damper and share stories. A hands-on bush experience that’s fun, tasty, and memorable.
Hut Building
Work together to build shelters from natural materials. A creative, practical activity that inspires teamwork, imagination, and fun.
Raft Building
Design, build, and float your own raft. Test your creativity and teamwork as you paddle it across the lake together.
Bouldering
Test your core strength and problem-solving by climbing across the bouldering wall. Traverse the route with the help of your team.
Map Reading
Learn to orientate and read a map! Develop useful navigation skills while exploring and uncovering hidden messages across the camp.
Photo Trail
Search for hidden details with I Spy Photo Trail. Explore the site, solve clues, and see camp from a whole new perspective.
Fishing
Relax by the lake and try trout fishing. A calm, reflective free-time activity that connects you to the water and nature.
Lake Swimming
Cool off in Summer with a swim in the lake! A refreshing outdoor experience that’s perfect for a hot day.
Tug of War
Test your strength and teamwork in tug of war. A simple yet thrilling challenge that unites groups in friendly rivalry.
Bike Riding
Ride the trails with an instructor. Build confidence and bike handling skills while exploring the local area.
“An unforgettable experience”
The team at Cave Hill Creek made our school camp absolutely incredible. The kids had the time of their lives and learned so much about nature and teamwork.
Sarah M, School Teacher
“The best school camp”
What a wonderful camp we just had. Thank you to Tim, Nick, Brad, and all the team. 5 stars all the way!!!
Sandi, Parent from Port Arlington Primary School
“We have had a brilliant time. The staff are outstanding. The care they put into all aspects of camp really make the experience a special one. Thanks once again.”
Berwick Fields Primary School
We had a great time as always. Thanks to all of the incredible staff.
Ballarat Clarendon College
We had a great experience. Kids really enjoyed their time.
Many positive experiences for them to take away. Thank you to the whole team at Cave Hill Creek.
Alfredton Primary School
We have been coming here for many years, every time we are impressed with the friendly staff, location and smile all our students leave with.
This camp is the camp all our staff fight over to come to because we enjoy it here so much, thank you.
Berwick Fields Primary School
The staff have been absolutely fantastic!
The kitchen staff have so much patience and have been wonderful letting some of our participants help and join in serving! The activity leaders are fantastic in leading group activities and really making our participants enjoy each experience, chef Riley’s food has been so delicious, the amount of food provided was incredible! All staff and participants have been raving on about the food and the services provided! Definitely will be coming back to cave hill creek!
Gateway’s Support Services
Staff were quick to make adjustments for the weather. It was actually more enjoyable having facilitator led activities, made the experience more enjoyable for staff to focus more on student needs.
Camp staff were helpful around meal times in assisting school staff. Camp staff were amazing with engaging individually with students in conversations, supporting the diverse needs of students. They even helped load the bus.
Exford Primary School
Had a blast! Definitely coming back
Hamlyn Banks Primary School
Well run camp, friendly staff, great meals and facilities.
Delacombe Primary School
We all a fabulous stay at Cave Hill Creek, all staff and students thoroughly enjoyed themselves.
We wanted to let you know that the standard of food delivered, especially for our dietary requirements were the best we have had, and we do a lot of camps.
Lake Bolac College
The facilities are sensational, the activities are wonderful, but by far the best thing about Cave Hill Creek is the staff. Nothing is too much trouble.
They are friendly, engaging and caring of the kids, teachers and parent helpers. It’s great to come to a camp where teachers and camp staff work together seamlessly and have a bit of banter too! Thank you, legends!
Woady Yaloak PS
The facilities are sensational, the activities are wonderful, but by far the best thing about Cave Hill Creek is the staff. Nothing is too much trouble.
They are friendly, engaging and caring of the kids, teachers and parent helpers. It’s great to come to a camp where teachers and camp staff work together seamlessly and have a bit of banter too! Thank you, legends!
Maiden Gully PS
This has been 1 of many successful camps we have had hosted by Cave Hill Creek. It is a beautiful well maintained property with: plenty of activities, friend staff and excellent facilities.
Thank you to all staff for your support throughout the weekend.
St Patrick’s College
Have thoroughly enjoyed the camp. Staff were exceptional
The Hamilton Alexandra College
Thank you again for a fantastic experience, we love Cave Hill Creek and our kids always tell us it is their favourite camp.
Mount Duneed Regional PS
Thank you for an amazing camp. Great activities, amazing stuff and we all felt very welcomed.
Thank you for everything
Australian International Academy
Your flexibility regarding booking, activities, and dietary requirements has been much appreciated by the children and parents.
Mount Clear Primary School
Great camp with very welcoming and kind staff.
Kids and teachers were continually well looked after and we cannot wait to rebook and come back again in 2027.
Rollins Primary SchoolFrequently asked questions
What’s the food like?
We provide hearty, home-cooked meals that are both delicious and healthy, with fresh fruit always available. Meals are balanced to give campers the energy they need for full days of activities.