RV Friendlies & Events

Glenorchy is Tasmania’s fourth largest city. It is located on the western shore of the River Derwent below the imposing, Mount Wellington. Settled in 1804, Glenorchy was primarily an agricultural centre for the first 100 years of its settlement, until the zinc smelter at Lutana commenced operations and transformed Glenorchy into the industrial hub of southern Tasmania. For those passing through, the area offers plenty of scenic locations to go for a walk, from a foreshore stroll to challenging bushwalks in the foothills of Mount Wellington. There are also a wide variety of attractions to visit including ‘MONA’ - The Museum of Old and New Art - the largest privately funded museum in the southern hemisphere. Situated at 655 Main Road, Berriedale, it is one of the only Australian travel experiences that offer an internationally significant museum and art gallery, fine dining, wine bar, a vineyard, cellar door tastings and accommodation.Those visiting Glenorchy can find short and long-term parking at Royal Hobart Showground, 2 Howard Rd. Unpowered sites are available for $22 per vehicle per night and powered sites are available for $25 per vehicle per night; however, these rates are only offered to CMCA members once a valid membership card is presented. Stays are limited to 14 days and access to the dump point and potable water is included. There are plenty of attractions to see and plenty of activities to engage in within the Glenorchy region. The Intercity Cycleway from Claremont to Hobart offers easy access to attractions such as MONA, the Cadbury Visitor Centre and GASP! The world-renowned Glenorchy Mountain Bike Park is located at the mountain end of Tolosa Street and the Mount Wellington North-South bike track.Tourist/Visitor Centre       Council Offices, 374 Main Rd, Glenorchy TASPh: 03 6216 6800Information map, Brooker Hwy, Montrose Baywww.visitglenorchy.com.au or www.gcc.tas.gov.auCasual Parking       Anfield St, near the aquatic centreShort & Long Term Parking        Royal Hobart Showground, 2 Howard Rd, Unpwr $22 PVPN, Pwr $25 PVPN, on valid Membership Card presentation, water and other facilities come at extra charge, (max 14 days); Treasure Island Caravan Park - overnightDump Point  Montrose Bay Reserve, Foreshore Road, Montrose Potable Water          Royal Hobart Showground; Montrose Bay Yacht ClubHospital        48 Liverpool St, Hobart, Ph: 03 6222 8308Doctors Surgery     Glenorchy Medical Centre, 346 Main Rd, Ph: 03 6274 0800Dentist           15 Regina St, Glenorchy, Ph: 03 6273 0486; 355 Main Rd, Glenorchy, Ph: 03 6273 1377Pharmacy     Terry White Pharmacy, Shop 14, Cooper St, Ph: 03 6272 4313; Elizabeth Hope Priceline Pharmacy, 346 Main Rd, Ph: 03 6272 7138Supermarket            Coles, Northgate Shopping Centre, Ph: 03 6273 1555; Woolworths Glenorchy, Cooper St, Ph: 03 6211 6411

Ravensthorpe is a small historic town in Western Australia’s Golden Outback region, 541 kilometres south-east of Perth. The town is encircled by the Ravensthorpe Range with its unspoiled bush and diverse range of plants. Mining has played a significant role in the history of Ravensthorpe, and since the 1890s has seen more than 90 gold and copper mines operating within the range. The town's focus is now agricultural, however a small number of mines still operate extracting nickel, lithium and other products.RV travellers are welcome to park free of charge for 48 hours at the south-east corner of Morgans and Queen Streets. Bins are provided on-site, and pets are permitted on leads. A dump point is located nearby on Coleman Street, and potable water is available at the Information Bay on the South Coast Highway. Ravensthorpe has many historical sites and buildings worth visiting while in town. The ‘Dance Cottage’ circa 1901 is the oldest original house, and is part of the Ravensthorpe Museum, housing a range of artefacts and memorabilia.Tourist/Visitor Information CentreRavensthorpe MuseumCnr Andre St & South Coast Hwy, Ravensthorpe WAPh: 0400 490 267E: visit@fitzgeraldcoast.com.auwww.fitzgeraldcoast.com.auCasual Parking (near retail centre)Morgans St near shopsShort Term ParkingSE cnr of Morgans & Queen streets, 48hrs, bins, mobile ph coverage, pets on lead, nil chargeDump PointColeman St, Lat: -33.581786, Long: 120.056145Potable WaterInformation Bay, South Coast Hwy, RavensthorpeDoctors SurgeryMartin St, Ravensthorpe, ph 08 9838 1600PharmacyRavensthorpe Pharmacy, 80 Morgans St, ph 08 9838 1020SupermarketIGA, South Coast Hwy, ph 08 9838 1008

Railton is a small town located 20km inland from Devonport, on the north-west coast of Tasmania. The town was originally named Redwater Creek, and became Railton after the construction of the tramway line in the 1860s. Early settlers to the area, mainly farmers and timber workers, lived in slab huts and by the 1900s, Railton had a flourishing timber trade with two sawmills. The towns wide main street was originally built for the bullock teams making their way to the railway station to unload the produce and timber, while the cement works and lime works give an insight into the past of the town.Railway Park which is located on The Esplanade, just off Foster Street, offers those with self-contained vehicles parking for up to 96 hours. Sites are free of charge, and visitors will have access to a dump point and potable water. Railton is a fantastic place to visit and immerse yourself in the rich history and culture that the town has on offer. The Looking Glass Cottage is a magical experience of fibre optic displays. The cottage houses many animated fibre optic lamps, Christmas trees and decorations and gift ideas from lava and glitter lamps. The Looking Glass Cottage also has the Visitor Information Centre, where free guided tours of the topiary can be arranged. The nearby streams and Mersey River offer trout and fly fishing and swimming. Tourist/Visitor Centre       Railton VIC, 5 Pioneer Cres, Sheffield TASPh: 03 6491 1036kvic@kentish.tas.gov.auwww.sheffieldcradleinfo.com.au or www.kentish.tas.gov.auCasual Parking       Railway Park, Esplanade, RailtonShort Term Parking           Railway Park, Esplanade, Railton (96hr)CMCA RV Park - 15 Esplanade, $3.00 per site per night and an additional fee of $2.00 per person per night (members), $15pvpvn non CMCA Members, 14 night max stay in any 21 day period, dump point, potable water, pets on lead welcomeDump Point  Railway Park, Esplanade, RailtonPotable Water          Railway Park, Esplanade, RailtonHospital        Bass Hwy, Latrobe, Ph: 03 6426 5111Doctors Surgery     Medical Centre, 1 Henry St Sheffield, Ph: 03 6491 1166Pharmacy     33 Foster St, Railton TAS, PH: 03 6496 1023Supermarket            IGA, 46 Main St, Sheffield, Ph: 03 6491 1306; IGA, 79 Gilbert St, Latrobe, Ph: 03 6426 1151