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Erskine Falls Trailhead (Great Otway National Park)
Stop at popular Erskine Falls trail head for a scenic break. Meander down a short stretch of stairs to see the falls cascading 30 metres in to the lush fern-laden gully below or to the bottom for a river level view. Alternatively you can meander along the Lemonade Creek walk.
How to get there
Erskine Falls Trailhead (Great Otway National Park)
Facilities
Carpark
Need to know
Erskine Falls Trailhead (Great Otway 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.
Warnings & Restrictions
Dogs
Dogs are not allowed
Restrictions
- No camping
- No dogs, cats, pets allowed
- No bicycles
- No fires permitted
Warnings
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Animals and pests
- Snakes
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Other warnings
- Limbs may fall take care
- Trees may fall take care
- Vehicles
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Water hazards
- Flash flooding
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Terrain hazards
- Slippery rocks
- Slippery surface
- Steep track
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.
Herbert's Campground closed
Herbert’s Campground is closed until further notice due to hazardous trees.
Beauchamp Falls Reserve Closure
Beauchamp Falls campground, road and waterfall are closed to visitors until further notice due to upgrade works.
Stay safe this summer around beaches
Beaches may have hazards such as steep cliffs, slippery rocks, strong ocean currents, large waves, rips, and sudden changes in weather conditions. Stay safe on your day at the beach by only swimming where there are lifeguards and by staying in between the red and yellow flags. Always heed warning signs and advice even if you are not planning to go in the water and be aware of changing weather conditions. Always wear a lifejacket whenever boating, rock fishing, or using a watercraft.
Stay safe this summer around waterfalls
It is not safe to swim under or near waterfalls. The pool at the base of a waterfall can be deep and very cold with the risk of hypothermia, and the force of the falling water can cause difficulties for even strong swimmers. Rocks around waterfalls are often wet and slippery so it is easy to slip and fall in the water or down a cliff, leading to serious injuries. Always heed warning signs and advice even if you are not planning to go in the water and be aware of changing weather conditions. Stay behind safety barriers around waterfalls –they are there to keep you safe.
