Elusive Lake Walk (Croajingolong National Park)

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Elusive Lake Walk (Croajingolong National Park)

Lake Elusive is a unique feature that stands out amongst a sea of tall forest. The Lake itself is the deepest dune blocked coastal freshwater lake in Victoria and is surrounded by white sands which are the result of deeply weathered granite.

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Elusive Lake Walk (Croajingolong National Park)

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Elusive Lake Walk (Croajingolong National 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. Parks Victoria provides a range of a equipment, including all-terrain and beach wheelchairs, facilities, accommodation and accessibility information and programs to help you plan and enjoy your visit to Victoria's parks.

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.

All abilities access

Warnings & Restrictions

Dogs

Dogs are not allowed

Restrictions

Management vehicle only
No dogs, cats, pets allowed
No firearms allowed
No fires permitted
No generators
No horses
No vehicles

Warnings

Animals and pests
Beware feral bees

Snakes

Ticks
Water hazards
Deep water

Shallow water
Other warnings
Limbs may fall take care

Trees may fall take care
Terrain hazards
Uneven ground

Be Prepared

Stay safe and get the most out of your park visit by preparing for natural hazards and other outdoor risks in Victoria’s parks. You are responsible for your own safety and the safety of those in your care. Find out more.

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.

Cape Horn Jetty Closed

Cape Horn Jetty is closed until further notice due to structural damage. This closure is inclusive of the surrounding retaining wall.

The site can still be accessed by four-wheel drive vehicles from Cape Horn Track.

Seasonal road closures 2020

Some roads in this park are subject to seasonal road closures. Seasonal road closures generally operate after the long weekend in June through to the end of October, but may be extended due to seasonal conditions. View the list of 2020 seasonal road closures for details and check the corresponding map numbers with the seasonal road closure 2020 index map for locations of the closures or visit the seasonal road closures page for more information.

Croajingolong National Park closures due to fire damage

The majority of Croajingolong National Park, including The Wilderness Coast Walk, remains closed due to widespread bushfire damage, with the exception of the following sites that are open:

South West Arm day visitor area (no toilet facilities, no jetty access)
Sandy Point (no toilet facilities)
Allens Head
Cemetery Bight
Goanna Bay
Narrows Jetty
Cape Horn
The first 300 metres of Narrows walking track only.

Jetty closures

The following jetties are currently closed due to fire damage or deterioration:

Kingfish Point Jetty

Cape Horn Jetty

Gravelly Point Jetty

Genoa River Jetty

Captain Creek Jetty

Sou' West Arm Jetty

Aerial shooting operation

Parts of this park will be closed Mondays to Fridays from 5 to 22 October 2020.

This is to ensure safe implementation of an aerial shooting program targeting deer and feral animals, to protect native species impacted by bushfires.

See attached map for details.

Attachments: Croajingolong National Park - feral animal control area (926KB)

Wingan Inlet Campground changes

Wingan Inlet Campground will reopen shortly. However, partial closures within the park will apply.

These include:

Fly Cove Walk
Elusive Lake walk
Wingan Rapids walk
Wilderness Coast Walk
Circada Trail

Campers please note that the trough spring water is not operational. Ensure to bring a sufficient supply of drinking water.