Bunyip State Park

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Bunyip State Park

Bunyip State Park is part of an Aboriginal cultural is part of an Aboriginal cultural landscape that includes the traditional Country of the Bunurong People and the Wurundjeri People. Parks Victoria respects the deep and continuing connection that Traditional Owners have to these lands and waters, and we recognise their ongoing role in caring for Country.

See a green mosaic as you traverse the diverse ecosystems of Bunyip State Park; from heathland swamps to towering mountain ash forests. Explore on foot, horseback, trail bike or in the comfort of your four-wheel drive. Keep an eye out for the southern-emu wren and swamp bush-pea, both rare sights.

Follow the Lawsons Falls Circuit Walk to the only waterfall within Bunyip State Park. The narrow trail meanders through dense bush and verdant fern gullies before emerging at a small clearing with views across to Lawson Falls.

Four-wheel drive and trail bike enthusiasts make your way to the Gentle Annie and Blue Range 4WD and Trail Bike Trails for a thrilling day out. Pitch a tent in the serene setting of Mortimer Camping Area, Nash Creek Campground, Forest Road Campground or the hike-in Freemans Mill Camping Area.

Bunyip State Park is one of the few places in Victoria where our state floral emblem, the Common Heath, and state fauna emblem, the Leadbeater’s Possum, along with our state avian emblem, the Helmeted Honeyeater, can all be found.

Things to do in the area

A four wheel drive crosses the Howqua River in the Alpine National Park.

Four wheel driving and trail bike riding

A number of roads and tracks within Bunyip State Park provide a range of experiences, great scenery and a sense of escapism.

Three horseriders saddle-up a pack horse before the day's riding.

Heritage Horse Trail

Horse riding is a great way to explore the distinctive bush atmosphere of Bunyip State Park and nearby Kurth Kiln Regional Park. The Heritage Horse Trail follows some of the course from the 2009 Tom Quilty Gold Cup ride – Australia’s national horse riding endurance event.

Camping at Bunyip State Park

There are several camping areas within Bunyip State Park. No fees apply for these campgrounds.

Wildlife and Nature

Kangaroos

Koalas

Lyrebirds

Wallabies

Wombats

Tours and adventure experiences in parks

One of the best ways you can get into nature is with a Licensed Tour Operator.

There are more than 400 Licensed Tour Operators across Victoria who are ready and waiting to help you experience and connect with Victoria’s spectacular parks and waterways.

Discover more than 60 different types of nature-based experiences including hiking, mountain biking, boating, four-wheel driving, indigenous culture tours, birdwatching, surfing, diving and so much more.

Licensed Tour Operators know all the best places to go and will plan and prepare your visit to ensure you are safe and can enjoy your nature-based adventure to the fullest.

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How to get there

Bunyip State Park

When you're there

Download a detailed map of Bunyip State Park.

Bunyip State Park - Map

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When to go

Spring

Need to know

Bunyip State Park

Accessibility

Visiting a park can be more of a challenge for people with disabilities, however in Victoria there are a wide range of facilities to help people of all abilities enjoy our wonderful parks around the state.

Assistance dogs are welcome in Parks Victoria parks and reserves. Entry requirements apply for parks and reserves that are usually dog prohibited, such as national parks.

Change of Conditions

Nature being nature, sometimes conditions can change at short notice. It’s a good idea to check this page ahead of your visit for any updates.

Bunyip State Park

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

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.

Dyers Camping and Picnic Area Maintenance

Upgrade works and maintenance is currently undergoing at Dyers Camp and Picnic Area, funded by the Victorian Great Outdoors. The site will see new facilities installed over the coming weeks. Whilst this work takes place, the area will be closed to both day visitors and campers. For nearby camping or picnicking, please visit Nash Creek Campground.

Dyers Camping and Picnic Area Maintenance

Upgrade works and maintenance is currently undergoing at Dyers Camp and Picnic Area, funded by the Victorian Great Outdoors. The site will see new facilities installed over the coming weeks. Whilst this work takes place, the area will be closed to both day visitors and campers. For nearby camping or picnicking, please visit Nash Creek Campground.

How we keep it special

We aim to ensure that our valued parks, and the natural assets and cultural heritage they hold, can be enjoyed now and by future generations.

Bunyip State Park Management Plan (PDF)