Rotamah Island Homestead Picnic Area (Gippsland Lakes Coastal Park, The Lakes National Park)

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Rotamah Island Homestead Picnic Area (Gippsland Lakes Coastal Park, The Lakes National Park)

Rotamah Island is a bushland delight accessible by boat only. Enjoy a relaxing picnic or BBQ by the lake at the picnic area or explore further one of the short walks (up to 1.5hours return) or do the whole loop of the island (3 hours return). Visitors are advised the homestead is not open to the public.

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Rotamah Island Homestead Picnic Area (Gippsland Lakes Coastal Park, The Lakes National Park)

Rotamah Island Homestead Picnic Area (Gippsland Lakes Coastal Park, The Lakes National Park)

Facilities

Toilets

Need to know

Rotamah Island Homestead Picnic Area (Gippsland Lakes Coastal Park, The Lakes 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 dogs allowed
  • No camping
  • No vehicles
  • No firearms allowed

Warnings

    • None applicable

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.

Seasonal road closures 2023

Seasonal road closures apply to areas within and tracks bordering this park from 15 June 2023. See MapshareVic for locations of the closures. Visit the seasonal road closures page for more information

Little Rotamah Track closed until further notice

Little Rotamah Track including all boardwalks and bridges is closed from 29 August 2023 until further notice due to safety.

Attachments: Closure Map-Little Rotamah Track - The Lakes National Park (827KB)

Walking Track closure - western side of entrance at Lakes Entrance

Closure of track from Drews Jetty toilet to entrance wall (west side of entrance)

Golden Beach Camping Area 3 Closed

Camp area 3 near Golden Beach within the Gippsland Lakes Coastal Park is closed. Please camp in one of the other camping areas close by. Toilets are accessible from camp area 2.

Bird Hide Track and boardwalk closed until further notice

Bird Hide Track and boardwalk in the Gippsland Lakes Coastal Park are closed from 29 August 2023 until further notice due to safety.  There is no access to the Rotamah Shore Bird Hide within the closure period.

Attachments: Closure Map-Bird Hide Track-Gippsland Lakes CP (1,565KB)

Golden Beach BBQ's are closed

 Golden Beach BBQ's are currently closed while repairs are being undertaken. Waiting for parts the closure could remain in place for several weeks

Ground shooting operations targeting deer

Ground control operations targeting deer will be undertaken in these Parks and Reserves from December 2022 to December 2023. These areas will remain open to visitors during operations.
 
Alpine National Park (Bogong High Plains, Mount Bogong, Dinner Plain, Dargo High Plains, Foothills and Southern Alps)
Buchan Caves Reserve
Burrowa-Pine Mountain
Cape Conran Coastal Park
Cape Liptrap Coastal Park
Cabbage Tree Creek Flora Reserve
Errinundra National Park
Lake Tyers State Park
Lakes National Park
Baw Baw National Park
Mount Buffalo National Park
Mount Mittamatite Regional Park
Mount Mitta Mitta Flora Reserve
Mount Lawson State Park
Mount Granya State Park
Mountain Creek Education Area
Pheasant Creek Flora Reserve
Wabba Wilderness Park
Wilsons Promontory National Park

For more information about deer control to protect biodiversity, please visit this link.

The Lakes National Park Road Maintenance

Road maintenance and construction equipment will be encountered on Lake Reeve and Lake Victoria Tracks within The Lakes National Park from August 21 2023. Whilst the Lakes National Park or these vehicle tracks will not be closed visitors should expect periodic delays while works are being undertaken.
Please comply with all signage and staff direction. 

The Lakes National Park Road Maintenance

Road maintenance and construction equipment will be encountered on Lake Reeve and Lake Victoria Tracks within The Lakes National Park from August 21 2023. Whilst the Lakes National Park or these vehicle tracks will not be closed visitors should expect periodic delays while works are being undertaken.
Please comply with all signage and staff direction. 

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