Elusive Lake Walk (Croajingolong National Park, Rame Head Remote and Natural Area)

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Elusive Lake Walk (Croajingolong National Park, Rame Head Remote and Natural Area)

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, Rame Head Remote and Natural Area)

Need to know

Elusive Lake Walk (Croajingolong National Park, Rame Head Remote and Natural Area)

Safety in nature

You can benefit both mind and body when you get outdoors to explore and experience Victoria's natural places. Before you go, take a look at our safety tips and check our changed conditions and closures information for a great visit.

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.

Warnings & Restrictions

Dogs

Dogs are not allowed

Restrictions

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

Warnings

Other warnings
Trees may fall take care

Limbs may fall take care
Animals and pests
Ticks

Snakes

Beware feral bees
Terrain hazards
Uneven ground
Water hazards
Shallow water

Deep water

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.

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.

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.

Areas of Croajingolong National Park closed due to fire damage

The following areas of Croajingolong National Park remain closed:

· Gravelly Point, including the jetty

· Kingfish Point, including the jetty
· Wilderness Coast Walk is closed between Bemm River and Pebbly Beach due to fire and flood damage

· Thurra River Campground

· Point Hicks Road is closed south of Fishermans Track

· Cicada Trail

· Wingan Inlet Rapids Walk

· Gale Hill Track

· Rame Head Track

Parks Victoria apologises for the inconvenience and thank you for your patience and understanding as recovery works progress.

Mueller Inlet Campground - Closed due to flood damage

Following heavy rainfall in East Gippsland in late March/early April 2022, Mueller Inlet Campground will be closed until further notice due to flood damage.

Lakeview, Miners and a section of Betka Tracks closed due to severe storm damage

Tracks closed due to severe storm damage making conditions Dangerous, impassable and unsafe for vehicle access

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.

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.

Flood impacts to tracks and visitor sites

Croajingolong National Park was impacted by flooding in early April and some sites are currently closed. Monitor this page for updated site closures.

Assessments are ongoing and further areas may be closed at short notice or not accessible on arrival.