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Dragon Fly Picnic Ground (Karkarook Park)
Take a stroll along the viewing tower to observe the lake and residing birdlife. Dragon Fly picnic ground is a great access point to many of the surrounding walking trails. Spend time exploring the extensive wetlands, lake environment and bushland. Enjoy access to the lake for fishing and boating activities.
Every Saturday at 8am join in on an organised Parkrun event, extending over 5km the lake and wetlands.
Park gates are closed between dusk and dawn.
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Dragon Fly Picnic Ground (Karkarook Park)
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Need to know
Dragon Fly Picnic Ground (Karkarook 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
Restrictions
- No drones without a permit
- No camping
- No firearms allowed
- Boating zones apply
- No fires permitted
- No horses
- No motorised vehicles, including electric bikes or scooters allowed on management vehicle only paths, tracks or roads
Warnings
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Water hazards
- Deep water
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Other warnings
- Limbs may fall take care
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Animals and pests
- Snakes
Be Prepared
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.