Enclosed by tall bloodwood trees, laze the day away in the tranquility of Wingan Inlet with goannas, currawongs and the occasional jumping fish as company. With tailor, bream, trevally, mullet, perch and more, go fishing for your dinner.
Branch out and paddle up the Wingan River in your trusty canoe or kayak. The river narrows upstream as it winds through sea rushes and paperbark thickets before opening on to a rainforest and the stunning Wingan Rapids. Here, crystal clear water trickles between gargantuan granite boulders decorated in a blanket of colourful lichen and moss. Curious water dragons peer out from behind wildflowers while native birds sing the day away.
While the Wingan Rapids are also accessible by foot, set out on the Fly Cove Walk for a change of scenery. Skirt the edge of Wingan Inlet, through paperbark forest before emerging on the lonely shores of Fly Cove. Take in the Southern Ocean vistas and admire the Australian and New Zealand Fur Seals that call the offshore rock stacks, known as The Skerries, home. One of only four Australian Fur Seal colonies in Victoria, and the largest, visit between October and December to see playful seal pups about.
Elusive Lake is another great wander from Wingan Inlet. The unique dune-blocked lake stands out among the tall eucalypts that surround its sandy banks. Reaching a depth of 22 metres in some places, jump in for a refreshing swim before returning to camp.
Things To Do
Wingan Inlet Campground
Elusive Lake
Canoeing and Kayaking
How to get there
Wingan Inlet
When you're there
When to go
Along with Mallacoota, Sydenham and Tamboon Inlet, Wingan Inlet provides excellent fishing opportunities and draws anglers from across the state year-round. Big schools of Black bream can be caught throughout the lake system between December and May. While in winter, salmon, tailor and trevally are common.
Need to know
Wingan Inlet
Accessibility
Wingan Inlet contains a number of campsites that are relatively flat set in clear, open areas. But note that there's a lack of accessible toilets and the trails leading down to Fly Cove are narrow and steep in some sections.
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.
Boating
If you're planning to fishing or boating in the water, please note that Wingan Inlet has a 20hp motor size limit.
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.
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Thurra River (Croajingolong National Park)
Thurra Campground
The Thurra campground is currently closed pending replacement of the Thurra River bridge and safety works in the campground. Reopening is taking longer than expected due to the scale and complexity of works. Thurra campground may be reopened for summer 2023-2024, however please continue to monitor this site for updates and change of conditions. -
Notices Affecting Multiple Sites
Areas of Croajingolong National Park Closed due to Fire Damage
The following areas of Croajingolong National Park remain closed:
Mallacoota Inlet Day Visitor Areas:· Gravelly Point, including Jetty.· Kingfisher Point, Including Jetty.
Other affected Sites and Facilties - Croajingolong:
· Wilderness Coast Walk (between Shipwreck Creek and Bemm River)· Thurra River Campground· Point Hicks Road (South of Bald Hills Track)· Cicada Trail· Wingan Inlet Rapids Walk· Gale Hill Track· Rame Head Track
The Parks Victoria Team apologise for the inconvenience and thank-you for your patience and understanding as recovery works progress.Closures due to flood impacts
Croajingolong National Park was impacted by flooding in early April and several sites are currently closed. Monitor this page for updated site closures.West Wingan Road 4WD Only
Following the recent floods in East Gippsland, the West Wingan Road is no longer suitable for 2WD vehicles. -
Mueller Camp (Croajingolong National Park)
Mueller Campground Closed
Mueller Campground has been closed due to recent flood impacts on the Point Hicks Road.
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Notices Affecting Multiple Parks
Deer Control (ground shooting) operation underway
Deer control is being undertaken in this park from October 2021 to June 2022. Some localised access restrictions may apply. Find out more about this program.Seasonal road closures 2022
Some roads in this park are subject to seasonal road closures. Seasonal road closures generally operate from after the long weekend in June through to the end of October, but may be extended due to seasonal conditions. Visit the seasonal road closures page for maps and more information. -
Wingan Inlet Campground (Croajingolong National Park)
Wingan Water Supply Trough
Campers are advised that the water supply trough at Wingan has been impacted by recent flooding. Campers should be self-sufficient in providing for their water needs for the duration of their visit and not rely on re-supply from the trough.West Wingan Road - Post flood Make Safe Works
Parks Victoria has engage two local contractors to undertake make safe works on the West Wingan Road. The contractors will be using heavy machinery on the road, traffic management signage will be in place and short delays can be expected.Works are planned to commence on Monday 23rd May 2022 and be completed by Friday 27th May 2022.
