Ben Smith Campsite Reopening

The Ben Smith Campsite, part of the Hume and Hovel Track, has re-opened after it was damaged during the 2019-2020 bushfires. This campsite, along with the section of track between Yellowin Access Road and Boundary Road near Talbingo, is the final area to reopen to hikers following the 2019–2020 bushfires.

The upgraded campsite includes a new camping hut, water tank, barbeque, and pit toilet. The hut features an elevated sleeping platform accommodating up to six people, and nearby tent sites have been levelled for hikers who prefer to pitch a tent. Picnic tables will be installed over the coming months.

A new, more flood‑resilient access track has also been constructed between Yellowin Access Road and the Ben Smith campsite, improving safety and ensuring more reliable access for campers.

We look forward to welcoming walkers back to this beautiful section of the track.