Change of Conditions Listing

Aire River Heritage River

Aire West Campground - sites closed

Due to wet conditions Aire River West campground, campsites 17 - 40 are closed through until Spring.

These sites can not be booked nor used until at least September 2023.

Albert Park

Albert Park Aughtie Drive underpasses

Pedestrian and cycle access under Aughtie Drive via the North and South underpasses will be closed.

Alternative routes will be available.

Albert Park Lake

Albert Park Aughtie Drive underpasses

Pedestrian and cycle access under Aughtie Drive via the North and South underpasses will be closed.

Alternative routes will be available.

Alfred Nicholas Memorial Gardens

Temporary closure of pedestrian access to the Lake islands

Following heavy visitor use over the spring and summer period, the Alfred Nicholas Memorial Garden's Lake Islands have been temporarily closed to all pedestrian access.

Excess foot traffic causes the island's fragile grass cover to compact and die. This causes the exposed bare soil to harden, which presents an increased visitor risk.

The islands are temporarily closed each year (during the wetter months), to allow them to repair and rehabilitate.

Pedestrian access to the islands is expected to re-open from Friday 1 September 2023.

Attachments: ANMG Lake Grass Compaction Images (714KB)

Alfred Nicholas Memorial Garden Visitor Guide & Map

Please find attached the current Alfred Nicholas Memorial Garden Visitor Guide and park map:

Attachments: ANMG ParkNote (353KB)

Alpine National Park

Early seasonal road closures 2023

Early seasonal road closures apply to areas within and tracks bordering the Alpine National Park from 1 May 2023. See MapshareVic for locations of the closures. Visit the seasonal road closures page for more information.

Mt Selwyn Road closure

Mount Selwyn Road is closed between the intersections of Five Ways and Canyo Road between May 2023 till approximately December 2023 due to significant road works being undertaken on this section of road.

Alternate routes are Dingo Creek Tk - Great Diving Range Tk - Mt Selwyn Rd, Selwyn Creek Rd - Great Driving Range Tk - Mt Selwyn Rd or Selwyn Creek Rd - Tea Tree Range Rd - Mt Selwyn Rd or Walshs Tk - East Buffalo Rd - West Humffray Rd - Selwyn Tk. - Please check seasonal road closures prior to departure as these might affect your vogue.

In the interest of visitor safety this road is closed between May 2023 till approximately December 2023.

Alpine National Park- Planned aerial shooting operations targeting deer

Parts of the Park will be closed during these dates while aerial shooting operations targeting deer are undertaken.

Areas include Mt Bogong, Bogong High Plains, Dinner Plain, Dargo High Plains and Feathertop.

29 May-2 June 2023
5-9 June 2023

See attached map for more details.

Attachments: Alpine NP Aerial Shooting Information (685KB)

Track closures due to flood impact

The following tracks are closed due to impact by storms and flood. Crews will assess and reopen when safe:The following tracks are closed due to impact by storms and flood. Crews will assess and reopen when safe:

Cobberas Track
Ingeegoodbee Track
Little Cobbler Track
McFarlines Flat Track

Ground shooting operations targeting deer

Ground control operations targeting deer will be undertaken in these Parks and Reserves from December 2022 to December 2023. These areas will remain open to visitors during operations.

Alpine National Park (Bogong High Plains, Mount Bogong, Dinner Plain, Dargo High Plains, Foothills and Southern Alps)

Buchan Caves Reserve

Burrowa-Pine Mountain

Cape Conran Coastal Park

Cape Liptrap Coastal Park

Cabbage Tree Creek Flora Reserve

Errinundra National Park

Lake Tyers State Park

Lakes National Park

Baw Baw National Park

Mount Buffalo National Park

Mount Mittamatite Regional Park

Mount Mitta Mitta Flora Reserve

Mount Lawson State Park

Mount Granya State Park

Mountain Creek Education Area

Pheasant Creek Flora Reserve

Wabba Wilderness Park

Wilsons Promontory National Park

For more information about deer control to protect biodiversity, please visit this link.

Early seasonal closure for Davies Plain Track and Kings Plain Track, Alpine National Park

Kings Plain Track and Davies Plain Track between Buckwong Creek Camping Area (at Tom Groggin) and Charlies Creek Camping Area are seasonally closed to all vehicles from 1 May to 30 November inclusive. Sections of Davies Plain Track north of Buckwong Creek Camping Area (at Tom Groggin) and south of Charlies Creek Camping Area are seasonally closed to vehicles between the 2nd Thursday in June and the Thursday before Melbourne Cup day.

Attachments: Davies Plain Track seasonal closure section_1 May - 30 Nov (258KB)

Mt Pinnibar Track - deteriorated condition

Mt Pinnibar Track – deteriorated condition

Mt Pinnibar Track between Walkers Road and Tom Groggin Track has deteriorated significantly following recent flood and storm events.

Visitors are advised to consider alternate routes to the summit of Mt Pinnibar until repairs can be carried out.

King Billies Track

King Billies Track approx. 400m from the King Billies/Bluff track intersection, Alpine National Park is in poor condition were a bog hole has formed at the first switchback heading East towards the Macalister River. The bog hole is impassable in wet conditions.

Altona Pier

Altona Pier Redevelopment

Altona Pier is being redeveloped to ensure the pier remains an accessible and safe place for locals and visitors to enjoy. Once complete, the new pier design will provide a large functional community space, as well as better access for people fishing or swimming. Find out more about the project.

Andersons Mill, Smeaton H.A.

2023 Andersons Mill opening dates

The Mill is open to the public between 12:00 pm - 4:00 pm on the following dates:

Sunday 5 March
Sunday 2 April
Saturday 13 and Sunday 14 May (Anderson Mill Heritage Weekend, different open times apply)
Sunday 3 September
Sunday 1 October
Sunday 5 November

The grounds around the Mill may be enjoyed at any time but please observe the Mills neighbour’s private property signs. Note that there are no toilet facilities are provided at the site.

Andrew Bay - Grebe Bay Gippsland Lakes Reserve

Andrew Bay-Grebe Bay GLR - Gate Track Closed to Vehicles

Gate Track in the Andrew Bay-Grebe Bay Gippsland Lakes Reserve (accessible via Heart Morass Wildlife Reserve) is closed to vehicles due to the undercutting of the riverbank. Pedestrian access is permitted.

Ararat Regional Park

Ararat Trails

A sustainable network of walking and mountain biking trails is being planned at Ararat Regional Park. This project will improve the mountain biking trail network connections and offer varied levels of difficulty. The project also includes potential improvements to walking trails. Find out more about the project.

Baillieu Lagoon Wildlife Reserve

Baillieu Lagoon Wildlife Reserve Road Access

Baillieu Lagoon Wildlife Reserve is currently open with access from Baillieu Road, from the Murray Valley Highway.

There is no vehicle access to the reserve from Young Road.

Barmah National Park

Visitor camping areas open and accessible to visitors following extensive flooding within Barmah National Park.

the following visitor camping areas have been re-opened subsequent to extensive flooding within Barmah National Park.

Entry via Reserve Track:

· Ulupna Beach Camping Area (note toilets will remain closed)

· Lagoon Beach Camping Area

· Faraway (Peppertree) Beach Camping Area

· Dead Dog Lagoon Camping Area 1 & 2

· Little Beach Camping Area

· The Junction Camping Area 2

· Little Ulupna Creek Camping Area

Entry Via Haynes Road, Morgan Mill Rod, Wasers Road & Crawfords Road.

· Pinnucks Camping Area 1 & 2

· Morgan Mill Camping Area

· Morgan Beach Camping area

· Crawfords Boat Ramp Camping Area 1 & 2

· No 5 Drain Camping Area 1 & 2

· The Junction Camping area 1

Entry via Sutton Track, Mannions Track, Tongalong Track & Newmans Track:

· Browns Camping Area 1 & 2

· Clarkes Camping Area

· McLeans Camping Area 1 & 2

· Black Engine Lagoon Camping Area 1, 2 & 3

· Arnalds Camping Area

· Boss Beach Camping Area

· The Wattles Camping Area 1 & 2

· Tongalong Camping Area

· Tongalong Beach Camping Area

· Tongalong Creek Camping Area

· Bunyip Hole Camping Area 1, 2 & 3

· Rowes Camping Area 1 & 2

· Sandspit Creek Camping Area 1, 2, 3 & 4

· Burnt Landing Camping Area 1, 2 & 3

Entry via Gulf Track:

· The Gulf Camping area

· The Gulf Day Visitor area

Entry via Sand Ridge Track:

· Barmah Lakes Camping area

· Barmah Lakes Day Visitor area

· Rices Bridge Boat Ramp Day Visitor Area

· Lakes Loop walking trail

All other areas and tracks will remain closed until further notice.

The park was severely impacted by flooding and storm activity. Closures are necessary while assessments and works are undertaken to remove risks and repair damage before reopening for visitors.

For your safety, please stay out of closed areas.

The associated attachment depicts areas and tracks that are opened and closed.

Attachments: Barmah-NP-map 2 June 2023 (4,201KB)

Baw Baw National Park

Beech Gully Track Closure due to storm damage

Damage has occurred on parts of the track due to storms and floods.

Engineers will to assess the bridges and some significant work is required to make the loop safe.

Firebreak Track (between O'Sheas and Mt Erica Road)

Firebreak Track between O'Sheas and Mt Erica Road is overgrown with trees down making the track hard to negotiate. Please be aware of the local hazards when using the track.

Ground shooting operations targeting deer

Ground control operations targeting deer will be undertaken in these Parks and Reserves from December 2022 to December 2023. These areas will remain open to visitors during operations.

Alpine National Park (Bogong High Plains, Mount Bogong, Dinner Plain, Dargo High Plains, Foothills and Southern Alps)

Buchan Caves Reserve

Burrowa-Pine Mountain

Cape Conran Coastal Park

Cape Liptrap Coastal Park

Cabbage Tree Creek Flora Reserve

Errinundra National Park

Lake Tyers State Park

Lakes National Park

Baw Baw National Park

Mount Buffalo National Park

Mount Mittamatite Regional Park

Mount Mitta Mitta Flora Reserve

Mount Lawson State Park

Mount Granya State Park

Mountain Creek Education Area

Pheasant Creek Flora Reserve

Wabba Wilderness Park

Wilsons Promontory National Park

For more information about deer control to protect biodiversity, please visit this link.

Bay of Islands Coastal Park

Toilets Closed - Murnanes Bay, Childers Cove Area, Bay of Islands Coastal Park

Toilets at Murnanes Bay, Childers Cove Area, Bay of Islands Coastal Park are currently closed due to plumbing issues.

Beechworth Historic Park

Gorge Rd Closure - Powder Magazine to Pritchard Lane

The Gorge Road is currently closed for all vehicle access due to safety concerns over the Spring Creek bridge. Pedestrians can access to Gorge Road but are not permitted on the bridge. Further advice will be provided once an engineers assessment has been undertaken. This is expected to be a long-term closure.

Bendigo Regional Park

Plant Road is closed

Plant Road is closed due to flood impact

Benjeroop Wildlife Reserve

This park has been impacted by recent significant weather events and is closed.

For public safety, Parks Victoria will close areas impacted by severe weather. Closures are necessary while assessments and works are undertaken to remove risks and repair damage before reopening for visitors. For your safety, please avoid these impacted areas.

Bethanga Historic Area

Managing Calcine Sands

Calcine sands, a type of mine tailings, have been identified in an area of Bethanga Historic Area, close to the corner of Hollow Street and Martins Road. These tailings were generated from former mining activities and contain elevated levels of contaminants, such as arsenic, which can be harmful to human health. Please follow the advice of signs in the area and avoid any contact with the calcine sands. Parks Victoria and the Environment Protection Authority are working together to understand the extent of calcine sands and implement management actions.

Attachments: Bethanga Historic Area - Mine Tailings (174KB)

Braeside Park

Closure of Red Gum Toilets

The toilets at the Red Gum Picnic Area are closed until further notice. Parks Victoria recognise the value of this facility to the community and are working through options to have the facility operational again. Toilets facilities are available at the Telford Picnic Area off Lower Dandenong Rd.

Brisbane Ranges National Park

Steiglitz Circuit Walk, one section is closed

A portion of the Steiglitz Circuit Walk is closed. This closure is from Alliance Track to the bridge at Sutherland Creek. Please see attached map. Please use the Steiglitz Durdidwarrah Road to complete the circuit, use caution on the open public road.

Attachments: Steiglitz Historic Park walking track closure (182KB)

Broken-Boosey State Park

Broken Boosey State Park

Parks has been reopened following the 2022 flood event

Buchan Caves Reserve

Ground shooting operations targeting deer

Ground control operations targeting deer will be undertaken in these Parks and Reserves from December 2022 to December 2023. These areas will remain open to visitors during operations.

Alpine National Park (Bogong High Plains, Mount Bogong, Dinner Plain, Dargo High Plains, Foothills and Southern Alps)

Buchan Caves Reserve

Burrowa-Pine Mountain

Cape Conran Coastal Park

Cape Liptrap Coastal Park

Cabbage Tree Creek Flora Reserve

Errinundra National Park

Lake Tyers State Park

Lakes National Park

Baw Baw National Park

Mount Buffalo National Park

Mount Mittamatite Regional Park

Mount Mitta Mitta Flora Reserve

Mount Lawson State Park

Mount Granya State Park

Mountain Creek Education Area

Pheasant Creek Flora Reserve

Wabba Wilderness Park

Wilsons Promontory National Park

For more information about deer control to protect biodiversity, please visit this link.

Budj Bim National Park

Night time park closure Budj Bim National Park

Budj Bim National Park will be closed between 5pm and 7am each night for invasive species control from 24th May through to August 2023. The campground will remain open.

Bunyip State Park

Early seasonal road closures 2023

Early seasonal road closures apply to areas within Bunyip State Park from 1 May 2023. See MapshareVic for locations of the closures. Visit the seasonal road closures page for more information.

Deer Control works

Parks Victoria are continuing deer control in the Bunyip State Park. This program will be taking place between the hours of 4pm and 7am on a number of nights from the 17th of May until the 25th of June 2023. These control works are being undertaken by accredited and authorised contractors.

For public safety reason, various areas of the park will be inaccessible during the evening on a number of nights throughout this period.

Please observe the signage during this time and do not enter any closed areas.

For further information please call 131963

Burrowa - Pine Mountain National Park

Burrowa-Pine Mountain National Park - visitor access

Burrowa-Pine Mountain National Park – visitor access

Burrowa-Pine Mountain was heavily impacted by fire in 2019-20 and suffered extensive flood and storm damage in late 2022.

Works are progressing to repair and re-open visitor sites and assets as soon as possible.

The following are currently open:
* Bluff Falls – access is available to the top view point, however pedestrian access below and around the falls remains restricted for safety reasons.

* Bluff Creek, Blue Gum Camp and Hinces Creek visitor areas - most sites are available for camping and picnicking. Portable toilets are in place.

* Pine Mountain - road access has been re-established and the walking track is cleared and open past Rocky Knob to Mad Woman’s Well. The trailhead and picnic area are open.

* The Lookouts Walking Track – open from Bluff Falls past Campbells Lookout all the way to Ross Lookout.

The following remain closed at this stage:

* Bluff Creek Nature Trail – planning for the replacement of footbridges and other infrastructure is currently underway.

* Mt Burrowa and Black Mountain Walking Tracks – clearing and hazardous tree treatment to be undertaken.

* Vehicle tracks – a number of 4WD vehicle tracks and creek crossing have been impacted. Mt Burrowa, Lower Dogman, McNamara’s and Wild Goat Tracks are currently closed awaiting repair.

Repair and re-opening of visitor assets is being prioritised to ensure visitors can safely access the park. Visitors should remain vigilant, obey signage and keep out of closed areas for safety reasons.

Ground shooting operations targeting deer

Ground control operations targeting deer will be undertaken in these Parks and Reserves from December 2022 to December 2023. These areas will remain open to visitors during operations.

Alpine National Park (Bogong High Plains, Mount Bogong, Dinner Plain, Dargo High Plains, Foothills and Southern Alps)

Buchan Caves Reserve

Burrowa-Pine Mountain

Cape Conran Coastal Park

Cape Liptrap Coastal Park

Cabbage Tree Creek Flora Reserve

Errinundra National Park

Lake Tyers State Park

Lakes National Park

Baw Baw National Park

Mount Buffalo National Park

Mount Mittamatite Regional Park

Mount Mitta Mitta Flora Reserve

Mount Lawson State Park

Mount Granya State Park

Mountain Creek Education Area

Pheasant Creek Flora Reserve

Wabba Wilderness Park

Wilsons Promontory National Park

For more information about deer control to protect biodiversity, please visit this link.

Cabbage Tree Creek Flora Reserve

Cabbage Tree Creek access via Palm's Track is dry weather 4WD only

Flood and storm events in October/November have impacted access in Cabbage Tree Creek Flora Reserve. Palm’s Track is accessible only in dry weather by 4WD vehicles, due to deep ruts and washouts along the track.

Ground shooting operations targeting deer

Ground control operations targeting deer will be undertaken in these Parks and Reserves from December 2022 to December 2023. These areas will remain open to visitors during operations.

Alpine National Park (Bogong High Plains, Mount Bogong, Dinner Plain, Dargo High Plains, Foothills and Southern Alps)

Buchan Caves Reserve

Burrowa-Pine Mountain

Cape Conran Coastal Park

Cape Liptrap Coastal Park

Cabbage Tree Creek Flora Reserve

Errinundra National Park

Lake Tyers State Park

Lakes National Park

Baw Baw National Park

Mount Buffalo National Park

Mount Mittamatite Regional Park

Mount Mitta Mitta Flora Reserve

Mount Lawson State Park

Mount Granya State Park

Mountain Creek Education Area

Pheasant Creek Flora Reserve

Wabba Wilderness Park

Wilsons Promontory National Park

For more information about deer control to protect biodiversity, please visit this link.

Cann River Bushland Reserve

Park closed due to flood impact

Park closed due to flood impact. Crews will assess and reopen when safe

Cape Conran Coastal Park

Cowrie bay access closed

Access to Cowrie bay from the Nature trail (Eastern side - circled red on map) is closed until June 30th while track works are completed.

Cowrie bay can still be reached from the western side of the Nature trail (circled green on the map).

Attachments: track log-PV87647 (40KB)

Flood and storm related impacts to tracks and campgrounds

Pearl Point Rd between Pearl Point and Bemm River - open but only 4WD access to the following locations

Binn Beach campground
Pearl Point campground
Gunnai Beach campground
Py Yoot visitor area

Yeerung Lookout - closed
East Yeerung Track - closed at Yeerung Bridge and is suitable for 4WD only
Yeerung Bridge - open to pedestrians only
Swampy Ridges Track - closed
Hekarwe Track - closed west of Swampy Ridges Track
East Cape Boardwalk - closed for fire recovery rebuild

Ground shooting operations targeting deer

Ground control operations targeting deer will be undertaken in these Parks and Reserves from December 2022 to December 2023. These areas will remain open to visitors during operations.

Alpine National Park (Bogong High Plains, Mount Bogong, Dinner Plain, Dargo High Plains, Foothills and Southern Alps)

Buchan Caves Reserve

Burrowa-Pine Mountain

Cape Conran Coastal Park

Cape Liptrap Coastal Park

Cabbage Tree Creek Flora Reserve

Errinundra National Park

Lake Tyers State Park

Lakes National Park

Baw Baw National Park

Mount Buffalo National Park

Mount Mittamatite Regional Park

Mount Mitta Mitta Flora Reserve

Mount Lawson State Park

Mount Granya State Park

Mountain Creek Education Area

Pheasant Creek Flora Reserve

Wabba Wilderness Park

Wilsons Promontory National Park

For more information about deer control to protect biodiversity, please visit this link.

Camping area coordinates

Access to Dock Inlet Walk camping area from the beach can be identified from a white totem pole on the sand dune, or by following coordinates: Latitude -37.784001, Longitude 148.847296.

Attachments: Dock Inlet Walk camping area coordinates and map (1,024KB)

Banksia Bluff Accommodation

The new Banksia Bluff Accommodation is currently under planning and works. During this time Banksia Bluff Accommodation and Olive-Berry Lodge remain closed to bookings. An announcement of a release date for future bookings will be posted on the website.

Dog Friendly Parks

The wet and warmer weather has brought paralysis ticks out in record numbers. Paralysis ticks are known in Coastal and near by Coastal areas and rainforest gullies.

Keep your dog on lead in permitted parks

Dogs are permitted in many parks and reserves provided they are under control and on leads at all times. Visitors should keep their dog on-lead except in designated off-lead areas. Keeping your dog on a lead ensures you both have a safe park visit.

Poison baits may be laid to control foxes or other feral animals. Baits can be fatal to dogs.
Even if your dog is friendly, other dogs may not be.
Your dog can catch parasites (such as fleas and ticks) from wildlife.
Snake bites are a real risk in natural areas such as parks.
Wildlife such as kangaroos and koalas will defend themselves if threatened by a dog and can cause significant injury to or the death of your dog.

Dog-friendly code of conduct

Consider other park users and ensure that dogs are always kept under effective control.
Always carry a lead, even when in off-lead areas.
Bring a friend if you wish to walk with more than two dogs.
Ensure children are supervised whilst near dogs, as they are vulnerable to attack.
Ensure your dog’s identification, registration and vaccinations are up to date.
Minimise any disturbance to native fauna, including birdlife in the park.
Clean up after your dog and take all rubbish home.

Cape Liptrap Coastal Park

Bear Gully Campground Closure

Bear Gully Campground, including beach access through the site, is currently closed to campers and day visitors until further notice.

Parks Victoria is working with First Peoples–State Relations to investigate and assess potential impacts to cultural heritage at this site. We are taking a precautionary approach to limit harm to these values, to fulfil our obligations under the Parks Victoria Act 2018 and Aboriginal Heritage Act 2006. We thank visitors and the community for their patience and compliance with the closure while we investigate.

We will notify visitors as soon as possible of any updates however campers with future bookings should remain aware of the changing conditions.

Unstable sea cliffs and recent rock fall at Walkerville North.

A recent rock fall has occurred at the sea cliffs between Walkerville South and Walkerville North.

The site is unstable and further falls are expected.

Please stay well clear of the site and obey warning signs.

Ground shooting operations targeting deer

Ground control operations targeting deer will be undertaken in these Parks and Reserves from December 2022 to December 2023. These areas will remain open to visitors during operations.

Alpine National Park (Bogong High Plains, Mount Bogong, Dinner Plain, Dargo High Plains, Foothills and Southern Alps)

Buchan Caves Reserve

Burrowa-Pine Mountain

Cape Conran Coastal Park

Cape Liptrap Coastal Park

Cabbage Tree Creek Flora Reserve

Errinundra National Park

Lake Tyers State Park

Lakes National Park

Baw Baw National Park

Mount Buffalo National Park

Mount Mittamatite Regional Park

Mount Mitta Mitta Flora Reserve

Mount Lawson State Park

Mount Granya State Park

Mountain Creek Education Area

Pheasant Creek Flora Reserve

Wabba Wilderness Park

Wilsons Promontory National Park

For more information about deer control to protect biodiversity, please visit this link.

Cape Schanck Lighthouse Reserve

Access to the area around Cape Schanck Lighthouse and lookout temporarily closed

Access to the area immediately around the Cape Schanck Lighthouse and the lookout next to the lighthouse will be temporarily closed while the Australian Maritime Safety Authority (AMSA) undertake maintenance works to the lighthouse. The rest of the Cape Schanck Lighthouse Reserve will continue to be open and accessible as normal. We apologise for any inconvenience.

Lifejackets Required For Rock Fishers from March 1, 2022

A two-year trial of new laws that require rock fishers to wear a lifejacket at high-risk locations will commence on 1 March 2022.

For Cape Shanck Lighthouse Reserve this includes:

Cape Schanck lighthouse rocks

This factsheet includes maps of the affected areas.

Fines apply if you don’t wear a lifejacket at these sites.

To find out more, visit Victorian Fisheries Authority

Cardinia Reservoir Parks

Aura Vale Lake Park Closed

In the interest of public safety, Aura Vale Lake Park is currently closed. Parks Victoria recognises the value of the park to visitors and is working to minimise the impact of this closure where possible. Alternate parks nearby include Lysterfield Park or Cardinia Reservoir Park.

Aura Vale Lake Toilet Closure

The toilet facility at Aura Vale Lake Park is closed until further notice due to significant plumbing issues.

We recognise the value of Aura Vale Lake Park to the community and are working to find a resolution. Nearby toilets are located in Cardinia Reservoir Park at the main Crystal Brook Picnic Area and at Emerald township.

Cassilis Historic Area

Managing Calcine Sands

Calcine sands, a type of mine tailings, have been identified in an area of Cassilis Historic Area, close to the corner of Cassilis Road and Charlotte Spur Track. These tailings were generated from former mining activities and contain elevated levels of contaminants, such as arsenic, which can be harmful to human health. Please follow the advice of signs in the area and avoid any contact with the calcine sands. Parks Victoria and the Environment Protection Authority are working together to understand the extent of calcine sands and implement management actions.

Castlemaine Diggings National Heritage Park

Vaughan Springs closed due to flood impact

Vaughan Spring day visitor area is closed due to significant impact from the October flood event. Crews are working hard to assess and reopen flood impacted sites when it is safe to do so.

Cathedral Range State Park

Tweed Spur Road

Tweed Spur Road is closed to vehicles due to storm impacts. It will remain closed to vehicles until the seasonal road re-opening in late October. Walkers are permitted, and are advised to use caution due to changed road conditions.

Cerberus Road

Cerberus Road is currently in poor condition. It is not recommended for two-wheel-drive, or low-clearance all-wheel-drive, vehicles.

Coliban River Scenic Reserve

Toilets closed

Toilets are closed due to damage from a recent storm. Parks Victoria are in the process of re-building to provide toilet facilities again soon. The nearest public toilets are at Trentham Recreation Reserve.

Coolart Historic Area

Coolart Homestead Closed for Renovation

Coolart Homestead will remain closed for renovations until further notice. The remainder of the park is still open to visitors. We apologise for any inconvenience.

Coopracambra National Park

WB Line Track suitable for 4WD only

Creswick Regional Park

Flood Damaged Ford - Use alternative access

Access from Slaty Creek Rd is closed. Alternative access via Wrights Gully Rd (may not be suitable for large vehicles and caravans)

Croajingolong National Park

Croajingolong National Park information - updated 13 April 2023

Point Hicks Road is closed south of Bald Hills.

The following eight areas are closed because of the 2019/2020 bushfires and coastal erosion caused by ongoing heavy rainfall. Visitors are unable to access the Point Hicks Lighthouse, Thurra River Campground, and nearby walking tracks. Parks Victoria continue to maintain surveillance and security of these areas. Please continue to monitor this site for updates and change of conditions.

· Point Hicks Lightstation

· Thurra River Bridge

· Thurra River Campground

· Mt Everard Walking Track

· Dunes Track

· Saros Track

· Sledge Track

· West Beach Track

The Wilderness Coast Walk is closed between Bemm River and Wingan Inlet Campground.

The following walking tracks are closed:

· Wingan Inlet Rapids Walk

The following jetties around Mallacoota are closed:

· Kingfish Point

Seasonal road closures generally operate from after the long weekend in June through to the end of October, but many remain closed in areas affected by significant rainfall and flooding across Victoria in late 2022. The following tracks remain closed:

· Swan Lake

· Clinton Rocks Track

· Cicada Trail

· Gale Hill

· Betka Track

· Miners Track

· Lakeview Track

· Howe Flat Track

· Howe Hill Track

· Barracoota Track

The water supply at Wingan Inlet Campground water trough was damaged by floods. Campers are advised to not rely on the trough for water resupply while camping.

Centre Track Road Closure

Centre Track will be closed due to road improvement works, including grading and drainage works being undertaken from 1/06/23 - 08/06/23

There will be no access to Shipwreck Creek Campground whilst works are being undertaken.

Tree Management works - Genoa falls, Genoa Peak, Captains Creek Day Visitor areas and Shipwreck Creek Camp Ground

Parks Victoria has engaged suitably qualified arborists to assess and treat tree risk with day visitor sites and camp grounds.

Contractors will be onsite at the following locations on either the 6 or 7 June 2023

1. Genoa Peak Day Visitor Area

2. Genoa Falls Car Park Area

3. Captain Creek Day Visitor Area

4. Shipwreck Creek Beach Access track

Temporary safety signage will be in place in immediate work areas.

There will be an increase in noise with machinery while works take place.

Croajingolong NP (Addition)

Tree Management works - Genoa falls, Genoa Peak, Captains Creek Day Visitor areas and Shipwreck Creek Camp Ground

Parks Victoria has engaged suitably qualified arborists to assess and treat tree risk with day visitor sites and camp grounds.

Contractors will be onsite at the following locations on either the 6 or 7 June 2023

1. Genoa Peak Day Visitor Area

2. Genoa Falls Car Park Area

3. Captain Creek Day Visitor Area

4. Shipwreck Creek Beach Access track

Temporary safety signage will be in place in immediate work areas.

There will be an increase in noise with machinery while works take place.

Crossover Regional Park

Closure of Pilgrim Creek Road to vehicles

Good afternoon,

Please be aware that new gates have been installed on Pilgrim Creek Road which is an access point into Crossover Regional Park.

The gates are the result of a joint project between the Rokeby & Crossover Friends Group, Baw Baw Shire Council, Parks Victoria and DELWP. The gates will prevent vehicular access to a section of Pilgrim Ck Track with the aim of improving safety for recreational users and reduce the incidence of illegal activity such as firewood removal and the dumping of rubbish. This section of Pilgrim Creek Track is now classed as Management Vehicle Only (MVO) access and the gates will be permanently closed on 15^th October 2021. If you require vehicular access to the closed section of track please contact Park’s Victoria at info@parks.vic.gov.au or call 13 19 63 to discuss your requirements.

Currently the Parks Victoria Crossover Regional Park website page has almost no local information, but a change of conditions notification should be added.

Attachments: Crossover gates regulation sign (196KB)

Dandenong Ranges National Park

Access changes during Urban Parks Active Wellbeing Program upgrade works

Works to upgrade facilities as part of the Urban Parks Active Wellbeing Program have started.

During works access to park facilities including, pathways, picnic tables, barbeques and playground equipment may be limited or closed.

For more information about these upgrades please visit the Parks Victoria Project Page, or contact the Parks Victoria team at engage@parks.vic.gov.au or call 13 1963.

Olinda Falls lower viewing platform and creek crossing closed

The Olinda Falls lower viewing platform and creek crossing is closed indefinitely due to severe damage from a fallen tree. All access to the lower falls is closed to the public.

Sherbrooke Track resurfacing works

Sherbrooke Trail - Upgrade & Maintenance Works

Upgrade and maintenance works will commence Monday 22^nd of May 2023 on trails (see below) in the Sherbrooke Forest, these works will continue over the next five weeks.

Please note that not all trails will be closed at the same time, and we’ll be working towards making the trails available over the weekends where possible. Segments of the car park will be made available as we progress through the works.

The order of the existing trails below will be resurfaced in partnership with Parks Victoria to ensure the communities safety, and experience (depending on weather):

1. Sherbrooke Track

2. Ridge Track

3. Pound Creek

4. Wattle Track

During the next five weeks the Sherbrooke Picnic Ground carpark will be closed off to the public, but the O’Donohue Picnic Ground will still be available. The sites will be signposted while works are underway.

Mechanics Track Partially Closed

A section of Mechanics track from the Tourist rd. to Falls rd. near Olinda Falls Picnic Ground is closed due to significant damage from the June 2021 Storm.

Closures due to storm damage

Valley Picnic Ground is closed to picnicking; visitors can use Boundary Road to access the park however no vehicle access is permitted.
Sections of Sassafras Creek/Menzies Creek walking track
Wattle Track in Sherbrooke
William Ricketts Sanctuary
Areas of Silvan/Olinda forest

Attachments: DR Storm Damage Works - Autumn 2022 Flyer (1,671KB)

Sherbrooke Picnic Ground Toilet Closed

The toilet block is closed temporarily awaiting connection to the sewer, the nearby O'Donohues Picnic Ground toilet is open.

Dandenong Valley Parklands

Access changes during Urban Parks Active Wellbeing Program upgrade works

Works to upgrade park facilities as part of the Urban Parks Active Wellbeing Program have started.

During these works:

Southern picnic area: Access to picnic tables, barbecues, toilets, and shelters will be limited or closed.
Eastern picnic area: Access to picnic tables and barbecues will be limited or closed.

For more information about these upgrades please visit the Parks Victoria Project Page, or contact the Parks Victoria team at engage@parks.vic.gov.au or call 13 1963.

Jells Lake Track Closure

A section of trail behind Jells Park Lake has been permanently closed for revegetation. The main path behind the lake is still accessible.

Koomba Park Boardwalk Closure

The Koomba Park Boardwalk will be closed until further notice.

BBQ use in Jells Park

Please note, no solid fuel BBQs are permitted in Jells Park (solid fuel includes coal or wood fuelled BBQs).

There are publicly available electric BBQs located at Jells Park in the following locations:

- Stringybark Picnic Ground

- Pines Picnic Area

- Playscape Area

- Jells South Picnic Area (in both the Ashes Picnic Ground and Oaks Picnic Ground)

These electric public BBQs are free to use and available at a first in first served basis.

Visitors may also bring their own portable gas fuelled BBQs into Jells Park.

Shepherds Bush Track closure

Shepherds Bush boardwalk has been closed to the public due to floods in 2022.

Attachments: Trail Closure alternate route shep bush KE (158KB)

Dartagook Wildlife Reserve

This park has been impacted by recent significant weather events and is closed.

For public safety, Parks Victoria will close areas impacted by severe weather. Closures are necessary while assessments and works are undertaken to remove risks and repair damage before reopening for visitors. For your safety, please avoid these impacted areas.

Devilbend Natural Features Reserve

Devilbend Natural Features Reserve - Partial Park Closure

Parks Victoria are continuing deer control in the Devilbend Natural Features Reserve. This program will be taking place between the hours of 4pm and 6am on a number of nights throughout June 2023. These control works are being undertaken by accredited and authorised contractors.

For public safety reason, various areas of the park will be inaccessible during the evening throughout this period.

Please observe the signage during this time and do not enter any closed areas.

For further information please call 13 19 63.

Dharnya Centre

Visitor camping areas open and accessible to visitors following extensive flooding within Barmah National Park.

the following visitor camping areas have been re-opened subsequent to extensive flooding within Barmah National Park.

Entry via Reserve Track:

· Ulupna Beach Camping Area (note toilets will remain closed)

· Lagoon Beach Camping Area

· Faraway (Peppertree) Beach Camping Area

· Dead Dog Lagoon Camping Area 1 & 2

· Little Beach Camping Area

· The Junction Camping Area 2

· Little Ulupna Creek Camping Area

Entry Via Haynes Road, Morgan Mill Rod, Wasers Road & Crawfords Road.

· Pinnucks Camping Area 1 & 2

· Morgan Mill Camping Area

· Morgan Beach Camping area

· Crawfords Boat Ramp Camping Area 1 & 2

· No 5 Drain Camping Area 1 & 2

· The Junction Camping area 1

Entry via Sutton Track, Mannions Track, Tongalong Track & Newmans Track:

· Browns Camping Area 1 & 2

· Clarkes Camping Area

· McLeans Camping Area 1 & 2

· Black Engine Lagoon Camping Area 1, 2 & 3

· Arnalds Camping Area

· Boss Beach Camping Area

· The Wattles Camping Area 1 & 2

· Tongalong Camping Area

· Tongalong Beach Camping Area

· Tongalong Creek Camping Area

· Bunyip Hole Camping Area 1, 2 & 3

· Rowes Camping Area 1 & 2

· Sandspit Creek Camping Area 1, 2, 3 & 4

· Burnt Landing Camping Area 1, 2 & 3

Entry via Gulf Track:

· The Gulf Camping area

· The Gulf Day Visitor area

Entry via Sand Ridge Track:

· Barmah Lakes Camping area

· Barmah Lakes Day Visitor area

· Rices Bridge Boat Ramp Day Visitor Area

· Lakes Loop walking trail

All other areas and tracks will remain closed until further notice.

The park was severely impacted by flooding and storm activity. Closures are necessary while assessments and works are undertaken to remove risks and repair damage before reopening for visitors.

For your safety, please stay out of closed areas.

The associated attachment depicts areas and tracks that are opened and closed.

Attachments: Barmah-NP-map 2 June 2023 (4,201KB)

Discovery Bay Coastal Park

Lifejackets Required For Rock Fishers from March 1, 2022

A two-year trial of new laws that require rock fishers to wear a lifejacket at high-risk locations will commence on 1 March 2022.

For Discovery Bay Coastal Park this includes:

Rock platform near blowholes carpark at Cape Bridgewater

This factsheet includes maps of the affected areas.

Fines apply if you don’t wear a lifejacket at these sites.

To find out more, visit Victorian Fisheries Authority

Dowd Morass Wildlife Reserve

Track closures due to severe weather damage.

Track closures due to severe weather damage:

Waverly Track- seasonally closed road not yet suitable for reopening
River Track

Echuca Regional Park

Echuca Regional Park has been impacted by recent significant weather events and is partially closed.

For public safety, Parks Victoria will close areas impacted by severe weather or flooding. Closures are necessary while assessments and works are undertaken to remove risks and repair damage before reopening for visitors. For your safety, please avoid any impacted areas.

As of 3 March 2023 visitor camping areas have been re-opened subsequent to extensive flooding within Echuca Regional Park.

The toilet block at Christies Beach camping area has been impacted by flood water and remains closed.

A section of Looker track remains closed due to standing flood water. For your safety and the protection of the park, do not drive through flood water and stay out of closed areas.

Elliot River - Addis Bay Coastal Reserve

Great Ocean Walk - Wet and Muddy conditions

As a result of ongoing rain in the Great Otway National Park over autumn and through winter 2023, conditions of the track on the day 1 and day 2 sections of the Great Ocean Walk are advised to be very wet and muddy.

The Elliot Road section of walk is particularly unfavourable, and heavy conditions are anticipated to be ongoing until late Spring 2023.

South West District Weather forecast

Attachments: GOW May 2023 (540KB)

English Bridge Streamside Reserve

Reopening English Bridge Camping Area & Rocky Crossing Day Visitor Area - Campaspe Streamside Reserve

Both English Bridge and Rocky Crossing are open and safe for visitor access. English Bridge provides short term camping along the Campaspe River with beautiful river views amongst the River Red Gums.

Rocky Crossing provides scenic river access with great bird watching and fishing opportunities.

Eppalock Bushland Reserve

LM-MGF-BGO-0741 Eppalock BR - Campaspe River

Planned burning operations are scheduled in this park which will result in Eppalock bushland Reserve being closed from the time a burn is approved for ignition until the area is declared safe. Ignition of the burn is scheduled from Wednesday the 24th of May 2023 and is subject to favourable weather. Check the status of current planned burns at https://plannedburns.ffm.vic.gov.au

Attachments: LM-MGF-BGO-0741 Eppalock BR - Campaspe River STAKEHOLDER NOTIFICATION 23052023 (302KB)

Errinundra National Park

Road,track and visitor site closure update for Errinundra National Park

On going assessments of Errinundra NP roads,tracks and visitor facilities has revealed the following.

-- Gunmark road is now open up to the Greens road intersection

--Hensleigh Creek road remains closed

--Errinundra Road remains closed

--The Rainforest Boardwalk is closed

--BA road in the Errinundra NP is closed

--Greens road is closed

Access to Frosty Hollow campground is yet to be assessed

Access to the Mt.Ellery walking track is yet to be assessed

Ground shooting operations targeting deer

Ground control operations targeting deer will be undertaken in these Parks and Reserves from December 2022 to December 2023. These areas will remain open to visitors during operations.

Alpine National Park (Bogong High Plains, Mount Bogong, Dinner Plain, Dargo High Plains, Foothills and Southern Alps)

Buchan Caves Reserve

Burrowa-Pine Mountain

Cape Conran Coastal Park

Cape Liptrap Coastal Park

Cabbage Tree Creek Flora Reserve

Errinundra National Park

Lake Tyers State Park

Lakes National Park

Baw Baw National Park

Mount Buffalo National Park

Mount Mittamatite Regional Park

Mount Mitta Mitta Flora Reserve

Mount Lawson State Park

Mount Granya State Park

Mountain Creek Education Area

Pheasant Creek Flora Reserve

Wabba Wilderness Park

Wilsons Promontory National Park

For more information about deer control to protect biodiversity, please visit this link.

Ewing Morass Wildlife Reserve

Closure of Old Station Rd

The gate at Old Station Rd is closed indefinitely as of 1/3/22 due to severe road damage caused by weather conditions over the past six months.

French Island National Park

No vehicle based camping

There is no vehicle based camping allowed at Fairhaven Camground

Gabo Island Lighthouse Reserve

Gabo Island Accommodation

Parks Victoria is investing in updating the visitor accommodation on Gabo Island. While work is undertaken, new accommodation bookings will not be accepted. As the island is remote and subject to extreme weather, the anticipated completion of the accommodation update is December 2023. Bookings made prior to November 2022 are being honoured and booking holders have been contacted.

Day visitors can access the island during this time but must adhere to all safety and directional signage.

The accommodation update will be undertaken in consultation with heritage experts and delivered with consideration of all the environmental and cultural heritage sensitivities of this unique site.

George Tindale Memorial Gardens

George Tindale Memorial Garden Visitor Guide & Map

Please find attached the current George Tindale Memorial Garden Visitor Guide and park map:

Attachments: Park-note-George-Tindale-Garden (382KB)

Gippsland Lakes Coastal Park

Disruption to Drews Jetty access May- June 2023

Due to essential works occurring on Snapper Cottage, Drews Jetty will be closed for one day during 29th May - 9th June 2023, between the hours of 9am-4pm. Works are weather dependent. For updates on the closure date please contact the Parks Victoria information centre on 13 1963

Camp 3 Closed, Shoreline drive Golden Beach.

From 29/12/2022 to 22nd June 2023, Camp 3 on Shoreline Drive Golden Beach will be closed for camping or access due to asbestos and cultural sensitivity.

Grampians National Park

Watchtower (access trail) - Trail remediation and improvement works

The popular Watchtower designated climbing area located near Halls Gap in the Grampians (Gariwerd) National Park is undergoing trail remediation and improvement works.

Works commenced on the base trail on Monday (22 May), with completion anticipated in early July 2023. These include the removal of old damaged and degraded timber steps, significant repairs to the existing stone access trail and construction of new stone steps and drains.

Grand Canyon (south-eastern exit) closed until further notice

The steel staircase at the south-eastern exit of the canyon is closed due to an engineering issue. The Grand Canyon remains partially open as a return walk from Wonderland Carpark. The Pinnacle walk remains open via the Canyon bypass walking track.

Kalymna Campground

Kalymna Campground is closed due to flood damage on the access road.

Sliverband Road closure (one way section) between Sundial Road and Silverband Car Park

Silverband Road is closed between Sundial Road and Silverband car park (one way section) on Tuesday 6th and Wednesday 7th June, while critical flood repair works are completed. The Silverband car park will remain open, with access to the car park and waterfall via Grampians Road. Drivers are encouraged to plan their journey and follow all signage in place. For more information, call 133 788 or email westernprojects@roads.vic.gov.au

Mackenzie Falls reopened

MacKenzie Falls has reopened.

In the interest of visitor safety, access to the rock shelf opposite the waterfalls remains closed and the rock stepping stones over the river have been removed to help to manage the risk under the falls.

Parks Victoria will continue to assess and monitor rock fall risk at the site.

Grampians (Gariwerd) National Park Updates - Road Report 06.06.2023

Recent rainfall has led to slippery driving conditions across many roads in Grampians National Park. Please drive carefully and plan your visit accordingly by noting the following closures.

Silverband Road is closed between Sundial Road and Silverband car park (one way section) on Tuesday 6th and Wednesday 7th June, while critical flood repair works are completed. The Silverband car park will remain open, with access to the car park and waterfall via Grampians Road. Drivers are encouraged to plan their journey and follow all signage in place. For more information, call 133 788 or email westernprojects@roads.vic.gov.au

Red Rock Road and Mitchell Road are closed until further notice.

Lodge Road is partly closed, from Syphon Road intersection to Asses Ears Road until further notice.

Redman Road is closed for roadworks from Wednesday 31/5/2023 until further notice. Redman Road Trailhead remains open.

Seasonal Road Closures

Seasonal road closures are in place due to flood damage. They have been in place since November 2022. Seasonal roads will gradually reopen after repair works and final assessments are completed.

Please see the latest road report attachment for full road and track details at the end of this notice.

Attachments: Grampians Gariwerd National Park Road Report 02062023_02062023044510858 (191KB)

Silverband Falls Walking Track - Temporary Walking Grade change

Silverband Falls walking track has recently reopened after flood damage in Spring 2022. Please note that the track has temporarily changed from a walking Grade 2 to Grade 3 in difficulty which impacts accessibility. Grade 3 includes short steep sections, rough surface areas, and occasional steps. The change is temporary, and Silverband Falls track will be returned to a Grade 2 track via future flood recovery works.

Grant Historic Area

McMillans Rd - Grant Historic Area - Currently recommended for 4WD/AWD Vehicles

Due to current road repair works, Four Wheel Drive and All Wheel Drive vehicles are recommended when travelling on McMillans Rd - Grant Historic Area. Delays can be expected while works are being undertaken. Please obey all Traffic Management signs and give way to heavy machinery. Allow more time for your journey and always drive to the conditions. Reconsider the need to tow caravans.

Great Otway National Park

Sharps Campground Permanently Closed

Due to environmental and safety risks, Sharps campground will be permanently closed from Thursday 22nd December 2022.

For more information please see attached fact sheet.

Attachments: Sharps Campground closure Fact sheet (200KB)

Upper Kalimna Walking Trail Closed

Walking trail to Upper Kalimna Falls closed until further notice due to storm damage. Lower Falls remain open.

Erskine Falls Lower Lookout Closed

Erskine Falls lower lookout is closed until further notice. Access to the base of the waterfall is no longer open due to unsafe conditions. Erskine Falls can be viewed from the top lookout which looks across to the top of the falls. Straw Falls is also inaccessible from the Erskine Falls carpark due to this closure. Erskine Falls walking track is still open from the Lorne township up to the base of Erskine Falls.

Youngs Creek track closure

This track is closed due to roadworks

Delayneys Track Closed

Delayneys Track is closed until further notice.

Garvey Track Closed until further notice.

Garvey track will remain closed until further notice. Major road works are due to occur when conditions are suitable.

Kalimna Tramline Trail Closed

This walking track is closed due to damage to a pedestrian bridge. Walkers can still access the Lower Kalimna Waterfall via the Kalimna Falls Walking Track, which starts at Sheoak Picnic Area.

Cora Lynn Campground Closure

This campground is closed until further notice due to hazardous trees.

Great Ocean Walk - Wet and Muddy conditions

As a result of ongoing rain in the Great Otway National Park over autumn and through winter 2023, conditions of the track on the day 1 and day 2 sections of the Great Ocean Walk are advised to be very wet and muddy.

The Elliot Road section of walk is particularly unfavourable, and heavy conditions are anticipated to be ongoing until late Spring 2023.

South West District Weather forecast

Attachments: GOW May 2023 (540KB)

Blanket Bay - Bush Rats

Following the success of our fox and feral cat management programmes population numbers of Rattus fuscipes have grown again in the Blanket Bay campground area of the Great Otway National Park.

The combination of less predators and conducive weather conditions has allowed a population to return that campers at Blanket Bay should be cautious of.

The Bush rat has some specific features that can help you distinguish it from similar rats.

· It has pointed head and rounded ears.

· Its tail is smaller than the rat's body.

· Another key feature is their front teeth - they are chisel-shaped with hard yellow enamel.

These native rodents are known to scavenge on campers’ food, gnawing through tents to get to uncontained foodstuffs.

Native bush Rats are protected wildlife in the National Park and may form part of your camping experience while camping at Blanket Bay.

Attachments: Native vs Non-Native FS (779KB)

Lifejackets Required For Rock Fishers from March 1, 2022

A two-year trial of new laws that require rock fishers to wear a lifejacket at high-risk locations will commence on 1 March 2022.

For Great Otway National Park this includes:

Artillery Rocks, west of Lorne
The rock platform opposite Sheoak Falls, south of Lorne

This factsheet includes maps of the affected areas.

Fines apply if you don’t wear a lifejacket at these sites.

To find out more, visit Victorian Fisheries Authority

Melba Gully - Large bus access

Melba Gully Walk Track and picnic area is accessible for large coaches. Toilet facilities are available on site

Maits Rest Carpark- bus access

Maits Rest Carpark is suitable for small coaster buses only. Large buses or coaches are advised to use Melba Gully walk track near Lavers Hill.

No All-Abilities Toilet at Sheoak Picnic Area

No all-abilities toilet access at Sheoak Picnic Area. Portable toilets temporarily in use.

Aire West Campground - sites closed

Due to wet conditions Aire River West campground, campsites 17 - 40 are closed through until Spring.

These sites can not be booked nor used until at least September 2023.

Greater Otway NP (addition)

Garvey Track Closed until further notice.

Garvey track will remain closed until further notice. Major road works are due to occur when conditions are suitable.

Greenvale Reservoir Park

Greenvale Reservoir Park South is closed to the public

The Southern section of Greenvale Reservoir Park, access off Somerton Road remains closed to the public following significant dam wall upgrade works. There is no scheduled reopen date at this time. The Northern Section of Greenvale Reservoir Park is open to pedestrian traffic 24 hours per day, access is from Venezia Promenade Greenvale

Gunbower National Park

This park has been impacted by recent significant weather events and is partially closed.

For public safety, Parks Victoria will close areas impacted by severe weather. Closures are necessary while assessments and works are undertaken to remove risk and repair damage before reopening for visitors. For your safety, please avoid these impacted areas.
During your visit to the Murray, you may see smaller areas fenced off or areas blocked by bollards. These areas have been closed due to safety and protection reasons. Please do not enter, remove fixtures or drive beyond them. 
Visitors should be aware that river banks have been eroded by flood waters and may be unstable. Holes may have opened up in the ground and should be avoided. Trees along the river banks could be unstable. There is always a risk of trees dropping limbs.
Parks Victoria is working with Traditional Owners and other government agencies to manage the temporary levee in Echuca’s west. Visitors must not interfere with the levee.

All camping areas upstream of the Torrumbarry Weir between Torrumbarry Weir Road and Young Road are closed
Camping areas downstream of the Torrumbarry Weir are open

Murray River Adventure Trail

Stage One of the long-distance nature-based Murray River Adventure Trail will encompass a series of new and upgraded trails and other facilities from Barmah National Park (near Picnic Point) to Koondrook. The trail will pass through Lower Goulburn National Park, Gunbower National Park, Murray River Reserve and Echuca. Find out more about the project.

Hattah - Kulkyne National Park

Campgrounds Closed Mon-Fri for Conservation Program June12th till June 23rd

We are conducting a conservation program from Monday 12th June to Friday 23rd June during working week days Monday to Friday. Programs will run at night which impacts our campgrounds. Any booking made prior to 2/6/23 during this period shall remain and please come and stay. Bookings have now been disabled for this period as of the 02/6/23.

Park Closure - Conservation Program

Due to conservation programs parts of the Hattah-Kulkyne National Park will be closed from sunset to sunrise on weekdays from Monday 12th June to Friday 23rd June 2023. These areas are open to the public during daylight hours and weekends. Closure signs will be in place on all main entry points into the closed sections of the park.

Murray River Dispersed Camping Limited Access Due to Flood Damage

Due to the recent Murray River flood, all river access traditionally accessible for dispersed camping in Murray Kulkyne Park is either (Closed) or (Open with warning signage).

The areas marked as Closed remain officially closed until tracks are cleared, tree hazards can be assessed and removed to ensure you and your family’s safety. Once assessed to be safe for public access the areas will be reopened. Thanks for your patience.

Please find a list of areas below to help navigate through this period:

Liparoo Camping Area - Open

Paddle Wheel Camping Area – Closed

The Boiler Camping Area – Open

Ki Bend Camping Area - Closed

Jinkers Bend Camping Area - Open

Fireman’s Bend Camping Area – Open

Retail Bend Camping Area - Open

Deep Bend Camping Area - Closed

Sextons Bend Camping Area - Open

Station Bend Camping Area - Open

Britts Bend Camping Area - Open

Tarpaulin Bend Camping Area - Open

Billabong Bend Camping Area - Open

Emmerts Bend Camping Area - Open

Emmerts Bend Boat Ramp - Open

Mansells Bend - Open

Le Bruns Bend - Closed

Watts Bend - Open

Messengers Regulator Bridge on River Track Closed

River track has dried out and accessible but is a "no through road". Washaways are present but are signposted so drive to conditions.

Unfortunately, Messengers regulator is significantly damaged from floods and is impassible hence a no through road. Be sure to check maps as to river bends or tracks you wish to visit as you may have to enter river track from the north or south end of the park.

Mournpall Campground Access via Konardin track

Access is recommended using a 4x4 vehicle due to the track being sandy and standing water during times of rain.

Due to flooding Mournpall Track is still inaccessible in two sections cutting off traffic from the south and north of the park.

To access the Mournpall Campground you need to enter via the Old Calder Highway onto Nowingi Track then onto Konardin Track. You will need to pass through an unlocked gate to reach Mournpall Track. Turn right and follow Mournpall Track into the campground.

Please find a map attached.

Attachments: Mournpall Campground via Konardin Map (258KB)

Heart Morass Wildlife Reserve

Andrew Bay-Grebe Bay GLR - Gate Track Closed to Vehicles

Gate Track in the Andrew Bay-Grebe Bay Gippsland Lakes Reserve (accessible via Heart Morass Wildlife Reserve) is closed to vehicles due to the undercutting of the riverbank. Pedestrian access is permitted.

Hepburn Regional Park

The Wombat Creek Bridge closed

The Wombat Creek Bridge - between Twin Bridges and Central Springs Reserve is closed due to flood impact

Bryces Flat walking trails closed

Bryces Flat is open, however only accessible via the western side of Bald Hill Road. All associated walking tracks are closed due to flood impact.

Blowhole walking tracks closed

The Blowhole carpark, viewing platform and lower viewing platform via the main staircase is open, however all other associated walking tracks are closed

Sailors Falls - walking loop closed

Sailors Falls - walking loop closed due to damage to bridges, walking tracks and landslips

Track closures due to flood impact

Walking tracks on either side of Sailors Creek between Twin Bridges and The Blowhole

Tipperary Springs Visitor area closed

Tipperary Springs Visitor node with all associated assets due to flood impact. Crews will assess and reopen when safe.

Mine Tailings management

Tailings from former mining activities have been identified in bushland along Doctor Gully Rd in Hepburn. These tailings contain elevated levels of heavy metals which can be harmful to human health. Please follow the directions on signs in the area to avoid contact with these tailings. Parks Victoria and the Environment Protection Authority are working to identify and assess the extent of mine tailings along Doctors Gully Rd

Attachments: Hepburn Regional Park - Tailings (322KB)

Heywood Lake Wildlife Reserve

BLUE GREEN ALGAE - Heywood Lakes wildlife reserve

BLUE GREEN ALGAE

Blue Green Algae is confirmed to be present within the Heywood Lakes system.

Contact with the affected water may cause harm to humans and animals.

For your safety, we recommend not to drink the water, no contact on skin, no swimming and limit recreational activities on the water.

Contact with affected water can cause skin irritation, mild respiratory effects and hay-fever like symptoms.

Holey Plains State Park

Track closures due to severe weather damage.

Seldom Seen Track is closed due to significant culvert erosion following flooding
Box Track is closed due to severe weather damage

Box Track Partial Closure

Box Track between Long Ridge Track and Goanna Track is closed from February 13th, 2023 to 30th June 2023, due to a road hazard.

Huntly Streamside Reserve

Access track along Bendigo Creek flooded and closed.

Karkarook Park

Upgrade works to facilities at Karkarook Park

Works to upgrade Karkarook Park facilities as part of the Urban Parks Active Wellbeing Program have started.

The park will receive upgraded facilities including new barbecues, pathways, signage and furniture to improve accessibility. Sections of decking on the Dragonfly Tower will be repaired and the existing Dragonfly Playground will be removed and replaced with a brand new playground.

During the upgrade works, access to some facilities will be unavailable at times.

For more information about these upgrades please visit the Parks Victoria Project Page.

Kinglake National Park

Silver Creek Buffer Area Walking Track partial closure

The North West section of the orange track at the Silver Creek Buffer Area is closed, impacting access to the loop walk.

Kings Billabong Park

Areas Reopened

Kings Billabong Park has now reopened.

The Parks Victoria Team have been working tirelessly to complete post flood remedial works to enable reopening.

Although the initial remedial works have been completed it will be some time before all required recovery work can be completed.

Please note that the inherent risk associated with visiting, exploring and camping in the river country still exist and that visitors should take these into consideration.

These are but not limited to:

- Trees and branches may fall

- Uneven surfaces

- Uneven road surfaces

- Hazards may increase with wind and rain

- Increased risk of mosquito-borne disease

Enjoy your stay!

Attachments: Warning sign (221KB)

Kooyoora State Park

Update - Road Closures at Kooyoora State Park

· The main visitor sites are open at Kooyoora State Park, however the following roads and walking tracks remain closed due to storm damage.

· One section of the walking track loop between the picnic area and lookout.

· Mount View Road

· Kirwan's Road

· Back Road

· Summit Track

Kooyoora Joint Management Visitor upgrades coming

Dear Park Visitors,

DJAARA, Joint Management Partners, will commence construction of a new shelter at Melville Caves Lookout from mid-June 2023. Access to the lookout will remain open for visitors during construction.

DJAARA are excited to enhance the visitor experience by providing a new and improved facility that will offer a stunning vantage point to enjoy the natural beauty of the surroundings and look forward to unveiling the new lookout shelter and providing an enhanced experience for all visitors soon.

For further information and fact sheet please visit https://djadjawurrung.com.au/resources/

We understand that the construction activities may cause some inconvenience during this period and apologise for any disruption or inconvenience caused. Your patience and understanding are greatly appreciated.

Kurth Kiln Regional Park

Deer control works

Parks Victoria are continuing deer control in the Kurth Kiln Regional Park. This program will be taking place between the hours of 4pm and 7am on a number of nights throughout May and June 2023. These control works are being undertaken by accredited and authorised contractors. For public safety reason, various areas of the park will be inaccessible during the evening throughout this period.

Please observe the signage during this time and do not enter any closed areas.

For further information please call 131963

Lake Bolac Highway Park

Blue Green Algae - Lake Bolac

Parks Victoria has announced that a blue-green algae bloom is currently affecting Lake Bolac, in western Victoria.

Warning signs will be installed at the lake and the public is warned not to swim in and to avoid any direct contact with the affected water.

Direct contact with blue-green algae can cause allergic reactions such as skin rashes or itchiness; sore eyes ears and nose or if swallowed gastroenteritis, nausea or vomiting.

People who come into contact with contaminated water should wash immediately in fresh water, and seek medical advice if experiencing illness.

Any fish harvested from blue-green algae affected water should have gills and guts removed prior to cooking. People should not eat whole fish, shellfish or crustaceans collected from Lake Bolac. The type of algae affecting Lake Bolac produces toxins that can concentrate in shellfish and crustaceans, and accumulate in the liver and internal organs of fish. Ingesting blue-green algae toxins can lead to serious illness.

Water from the affected water body should not be used for drinking, cooking or other domestic uses. Boiling the affected water will not make it safe for use.

For any health issues experienced after contact with blue-green algae affected water please seek medical advice immediately.

Irrigators are encouraged to take extra care to avoid spray drift, the pooling of water and inhaling mist from blue-green algae affected water. Affected water should not be sprayed onto leafy vegetables or florets, or allowed to flood pastures.

Pet owners should prevent pets from drinking or having direct contact with contaminated water.

Visitors to the area are advised that they can still enjoy other recreational activities such as bushwalking, boating and sightseeing around the water body.

Members of the public are asked to report any potential blue-green algae blooms to their local water manager.

Parks Victoria will continue to monitor conditions and will remove signage once the lake is safe for use.

More information about blue-green algae is available from Department of Health and Human Services: https://www2.health.vic.gov.au/public-health/water/blue-green-algae-cyanobacteria

Lake Bolac Lake Reserve