Gabo Island Lightstation (Gabo Island Lighthouse Reserve)

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Gabo Island Lightstation (Gabo Island Lighthouse Reserve)

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Gabo Island Lightstation (Gabo Island Lighthouse Reserve)

Gabo Island Lightstation (Gabo Island Lighthouse Reserve)

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Gabo Island Lightstation (Gabo Island Lighthouse Reserve)

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 firearms allowed
  • No drones without a permit
  • Fees apply
  • No camping
  • No dogs, cats, pets allowed
  • No fires permitted

Warnings

  • Water hazards
    • Drop off
    • Strong currents
    • Rough Surf
    • Deep water
  • Terrain hazards
    • Slippery rocks
  • Other warnings
    • Unpatrolled area

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.

Gabo Island Accommodation

Parks Victoria is investing in updating the visitor accommodation on Gabo Island. While work is undertaken, new accommodation bookings will not be accepted. As the island is remote and subject to extreme weather, the anticipated completion of the accommodation update is December 2023. Bookings made prior to November 2022 are being honoured and booking holders have been contacted.
 
Day visitors can access the island during this time but must adhere to all safety and directional signage.
 
The accommodation update will be undertaken in consultation with heritage experts and delivered with consideration of all the environmental and cultural heritage sensitivities of this unique site.
 

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