Summer Camp at
Cave Hill Creek
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Summer Camp for 8-14 year olds
Want to take your summer holiday to the next level? Looking for adventure and to make new friends?
Then you should try Cave Hill Creek’s Summer Camp, a residential school holiday program for kids age 8-14.
Have a go at our awesome outdoor activities: splash in a canoe, cool off in the sponge wars, abseil down the cliff, ride a bike in the forest and shoot some archery. Stand atop your crate stack tower, climb the giant’s ladder, balance on the low ropes, experience the fun of raft play. Hang out around the camp fire, climb a mountain, go on a night walk, sleep under the stars and build friendships. It’s one giant sleepover full of friends and adventure!
Summer Campers receive a complimentary Summer Camp T-shirt. So if you want to experience the thrill of trying something new, go exploring, be independent and join us on an adventure!
Join us for kids summer camp 2027!
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Summer Camp OUT for 14-15 year olds
Looking for a new summer challenge? Too old for Summer Camp?
Summer Camp OUT is a summer holiday adventure camp for mid teens aged 14-15. Go hiking, camping and have outdoor adventures. Explore beyond Cave Hill Creek, tackle the Beeripmo Walk, extend your abseiling skills, explore forest trails by mountain bike, camp, cook and immerse yourself in nature, learn indigenous history and stories.
A natural next step for teenagers looking for that next outdoor challenge, seeking a little more independence and responsibility. Summer Camp OUT prepares kids in becoming a camp counsellor in the future.
Summer Camp OUT participants receive a complimentary Camp OUT shirt.
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Summer Camp Memories
Summer 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.
Information for parents
Sorry but Summer Camp is not for you! Perhaps you have to work over the summer break, know from personal experience growing up how great summer camp is, or simply cannot take the kids for a holiday. Camps are a great way to have fun and make friends.
We are experienced and qualified camp specialists, Quality Tourism accredited and Australian Tourism Award winners. Hosts Tim & Ange Chandler are a second-generation camp family running Cave Hill Creek, Australia’s best camp.
Summer Camp is tech-free, we get your kids off the couch, have fun and activate their minds and bodies over the school break. With nearly 40 years’ experience running fun and safe camps, we ensure your child is supported and cared for whilst under our supervision. A culture of child safety is central to everything we do. All staff have valid working with children checks.
We foster inclusive, friendly and safe camp communities. The food is healthy and nutritious (all dietary requirements welcome), and all set in our amazing location, home to kangaroos, wallabies, echidnas and platypus, at the foot of Mount Buangor National Park, only 2 hours from Melbourne, near Ballarat in regional Victoria, Australia.
Get ready for camp
What to bring on Summer Camp for 8-14 year olds
Packing list
Please pack the following into a single suitcase or large soft bag. It is important campers are involved in packing and know what they are bringing on camp with them. We recommend:
- sleeping bag
- sun hat
- waterproof rain jacket
- towel and personal toiletries
- drink bottle
- torch
- shorts x5
- long pants x2
- warm jumpers/jacket x2
- t-shirts / polo shirts x4
- old set of clothes (for water activities)
- socks x6 pairs
- underwear x6
- pyjamas
- neat casual outfit for night time activities
- closed shoes x2 pairs (incl one pair old shoes for water activities)
- thongs or sandals
- plastic bags for wet/soiled clothing x2
- personal prescription medications in a Webster Pack (to be handed to staff member on arrival)
- optional – pillow and sunglasses
Please ensure all items are clearly named. Please leave all food, snacks, lollies, valuables, phones, cameras and electronic games, aerosol cans, matches/lighters, knives and other weapons, non-prescription medication, make up, nail polish and hair products at home.
What to bring on Summer Camp OUT 14-15 year olds
Packing list
Please pack the following into a single suitcase or large soft bag. It is important campers are involved in packing and know what they are bringing on camp with them. We recommend:
- sleeping bag (good quality with compression sack)
- waterproof rain jacket
- gaiters
- small quick dry towel
- personal toiletries (toothbrush, toothpaste, sanitary requirements)
- drink bottles (at least 2L capacity)
- small torch / head torch (spare battery recommended)
- shorts x3
- long pants x1
- thermals
- broad brimmed sun hat
- warm jumpers/jacket x1
- long sleeved shirt x 2
- t-shirts / polo shirts x3
- Swimmers / Rash Vest
- socks x5 pairs
- underwear x5
- pyjamas
- hiking boots
- old shoes for water activities
- thongs, slides or crocs
- garbage bags x 4
- personal prescription medications in a Webster Pack (to be handed to staff member on arrival)
- whistle on cord
- roll on Insect repellant
- sunscreen / lip balm
- plastic mug, bowl, plate
- knife, fork, spoon
- tea towel
- optional – journal / pencils, playing cards, sunglasses
Please ensure all items are clearly named. Please leave all food, snacks, lollies, valuables, phones, smart devices, cameras and electronic games, aerosol cans, matches/lighters, knives and other weapons, non-prescription medication, make up, nail polish and hair products at home.
Frankie had a fantastic time and I felt her confidence really grew in both physical exploits and social skills – it really is an amazing experience.
Gabbi, parent of Holiday Camper
Harry has come home with his cup well and truly full!
He has made lots of friends and has hadthe best week of his life and he wished he could stay another three weeks!
Natasha, parent of Holiday Camper
Kaylee and Dylan have just returned from camp today and had an absolute blast, so much so they would love to return.
Cheryl-Grandmother of Holiday Camper
Thank you so much for all your hard work! I bet you’re all EXHAUSTED! Our boys have come home full of amazing stories- memories to last for a lifetime
Tammy- Parent of Holiday Camper
Thank you for taking great care of the kids. Zara had an amazing time
Antoinette- Parent of Holiday Camper
She’s home and she’s so, so happy.
She can’t wait to get back. I’d like to thank the entire team for their hard work, their dedication to the kids, specially little ones like my girl. Thank you for the gorgeous photos, the updates, the delicious food, and the kindness you give. I’m impressed with the care you showed to me, as a parent, through communication and reassurance, and towards my girl, through encouragement and patience.
MaudDib- Parent of Holiday Camper
A massive thank you to all the staff for their amazing efforts that helped build these wonderful memories that the kids won’t be forgetting any time soon. The car ride home is always entertaining with the stories they have to tell me.
Tammy- Parent of Holiday CamperFrequently asked questions
What are the sleeping arrangements?
Campers sleep in bunk rooms and glamping tents of 8-11 children of the same gender. Children under 9 are not permitted on top bunks in line with Australian safety standards. Some rooms have ensuites, while others use nearby gender-specific bathroom facilities. Campers should bring a sleeping bag or doona and sheet unless they have mad e aprior arrangment to hire linen. Subject to the weather we like to try and include a night of camping on 4 nights camps in summer. Younger campers might sleep on the verandah, and older campers in a tent or under a tarp.