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

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

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

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.

Areas of Croajingolong National Park Closed Due to Widespread Bushfire Damage

Cape Horn Day Visitor Area (including jetty) is currently closed while the sea wall is renewed. It is expected to be re-opened prior to Christmas 2021.

Due to widespread bushfire damage, the following areas of Croajingolong National Park remain closed:

Mallacoota Inlet Day Visitor Areas:

· Gravelly Point, Including Jetty (under construction) and Toilet

· Kingfisher Point, Including Jetty

Mallacoota Inlet Facilties:

· Sandy Point Toilet

· South West Arm Toilet

· Genoa River Toilet and Jetty (under construction)

Other affected Sites and Facilties - Croajingolong:

· Wilderness Coast Walk (between Shipwreck Creek and Bemm River)

· Thurra River Campground

· Point Hicks Road (Section South-East of Fishermans Track)

· Cicada Trail

· Wingan Inlet Rapids Walk

· Mt Everard Walk

· Gale Hill Track

The Parks Victoria Team apologise for the inconvenience and thank-you for your patience and understanding as recovery works progress.

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 at https://www.parks.vic.gov.au/projects/deer-and-feral-animal-control-in-response-to-bushfire 