Waterloo Bay to Lightstation Hike (Wilsons Promontory National Park, Southern Wilsons Promontory Remote and Natural Area)

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Waterloo Bay to Lightstation Hike (Wilsons Promontory National Park, Southern Wilsons Promontory Remote and Natural Area)

At the southern end of Waterloo Bay the trail steadily climbs through diverse plant communities to reveal beautiful views of the historic Wilsons Promontory Lightstation and beyond.

This Grade 4 trail has steep sections and is 9.8km, 3 hours one way.

For accomodation at the Lighstation, advanced booking is required. Tank water is available from the Lightstation accomodation.

How to get there

Waterloo Bay to Lightstation Hike (Wilsons Promontory National Park, Southern Wilsons Promontory Remote and Natural Area)

Facilities

Toilets

Need to know

Waterloo Bay to Lightstation Hike (Wilsons Promontory National Park, Southern Wilsons Promontory 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 bicycles
No drones without a permit
Fees apply
No firearms allowed
No generators
No fishing
No fires permitted
No horses
No dogs, cats, pets allowed
No swimming
No camping
No vehicles

Warnings

Other warnings
Trees may fall take care

Limbs may fall take care
Terrain hazards
Slippery rocks
Animals and pests
Beware European wasps

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.

Stockyard Campground Closed

Stockyard Campground closed to campers. The area remains for access to the Big Drift. Bookings for camping at Tidal River can be made online.

Little Oberon Bay Walking Track (Norman Point to Oberon Bay) Closed

Little Oberon Walking Track is closed between Norman Point and Oberon Bay until further notice due to significant erosion to the track.

Oberon Bay Campsite is only accessible via Telegraph Saddle Walking Track until further notice.

Ground shooting operations targeting deer

Ground shooting operations targeting deer will be undertaken in these Parks from December 2022 to June 2023.

Some access restrictions may apply. Please observe local signage.

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Errinundra National Park

Howitt-Wellington Plains

Lake Tyers State Park

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Mount Buffalo National Park

Mount Mittamatite Regional Park

Mount Mitta Mitta Flora Reserve

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Mountain Creek Education Area

Pheasant Creek Flora Reserve

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Wilsons Promontory National Park