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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
Invasive species control program notification
An ongoing invasive species control program will be undertaken by Department of Energy, Environment and Climate Action staff in partnership with Parks Victoria and Gunditj Mirring Traditional Owners Aboriginal Corporation throughout May and June 2024. The program will be focusing on management of feral goats in remote sections of Lower Glenelg National Park.Signage is in place to advise visitors of the program. All campgrounds, picnic areas and walking tracks, including the Great South West walk, will remain open during operations, with significant buffers in place for public safety. When closures are required, they will be restricted to Kentbruck Road and Normanby Track.