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Glenelg River Canoe Trail
Stay at some of the seven campsites reserved exclusively for the use of canoeists and kayakers and try fishing for your dinner on this memorable journey.
While the full Glenelg River Trail takes around four days, there is a popular three-day option and you can even hire a canoe for a day-trip. There are canoe hire outlets in Dartmoor, Winnap and Nelson.
All canoe campsites in the park must be booked and fees apply. Sites can only be booked for one night.
Things to do in the area
Bird watching
Canoeing and Kayaking
Family activities
Sunrises and sunsets
How to get there
Glenelg River Canoe Trail
Sites
When you're there
Need to know
Glenelg River Canoe Trail
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.
Be prepared and stay safe
Lower Glenelg National Park is in the South West fire district. Bushfires can occur during the warmer months. It is your responsibility to check current and forecast weather conditions. Campfires cannot be lit on days of Total Fire Ban, however gas cookers can be used for preparing food.
Check the Fire Danger Rating and for days of Total Fire Ban at emergency.vic.gov.au, on the Vic Emergency App or call the Vic Emergency Hotline 1800 226 226.
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.
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Lower Glenelg National Park
Glenelg River jetties underwater - Hazardous Conditions
The Glenelg River mouth is closed by a sand bank due to natural processes. The closed mouth is causing the water level in the Glenelg River to rise, resulting in some Jetties, Landings and Boat Ramps that are attached to campsites and visitor sites to become submerged.Sites located in the Lower Glenelg National Park and sites near the river mouth/estuary area of Discovery Bay Coastal Park are impacted. Campsites are not currently impacted, only the waterway assets including jetties, landings, and boat ramps.Partially submerged or submerged water based assets are hazardous to park users. Fluctuating water levels can cause silt and mud to accumulate on deck boards causing slippery conditions. Deck boards can become loose or dislodge when rising water puts pressure on jetties causing gaps and trip hazards that cannot be seen underwater.Park users including water craft users are advised not to use partially or submerged jetties and landings for their safety.