THE state government is in the process of upgrading more than 46 campgrounds and caravan parks across the state, five of which are within or bordering the Mansfield Shire.

Minister for Environment Ingrid Stitt announced the projects funded as part of a $6.6 million Camping and Caravan Grants program – formed part of a broader $106.6 million investment in Victoria's Great Outdoors which supports caravan parks and campgrounds to improve and upgrade their visitor facilities.

On a local front, a total of $91,036 was spent on 29 firepits across three Big River campgrounds – Horseshoe Bend, Jim Bullock and Toponga – all of which are in the immediate vicinity of Kevington, off the Eildon–Jamieson Road.

The Carters Mill campground received $106,322 in upgrades, with the Mirimbah location getting five additional campsites, two firepits, a picnic table, bollards and fencing.

And a new campground with five campsites and a larger group campsite for use by licensed tour operators, has been established at Flat Spur on Mt Buller.

Three firepits, two picnic tables and a toilet have all been part of the $104,081 construction works, along with signage and horse trail planning.

"These grants are critical in encouraging visitors to regional communities, enhancing the visitor experience and providing more affordable and family–friendly accommodation options," Ms Stitt said.