Changes of conditions listing
To ensure that you and your companions stay safe, always remember that the natural environment can be unpredictable. A bit of planning and foresight can make all the difference.
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.
Follow our safety tips and check our changed conditions and closures information for a great visit, including the individual park page for where you want to visit before leaving home.
Parks with changed conditions
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Little Desert National Park
Little Desert National Park CLOSED due to bushfires
Little Desert National Park is closed due to an active bushfire. The bushfire began on 27 January 2025 following dry lightning strikes.
The park is closed to ensure visitor and community safety and to support the firefighting effort.
For more information, please visit www.emergency.vic.gov.au or download the VicEmergency app.
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Mount Buangor State Park
Full park closure - Fire recovery Mount Buangor
Following a Bushfire in February 2024, the Mount Buangor State Park is currently closed to allow for stabilisation, recovery and rebuilding of visitor infrastructure. This includes Middle Creek, Ferntree and Bailes Camping Areas, all walking tracks and roads, except for the Beeripmo Walk which is accessed from Mount Coles State Forest.Other Parks in the wider area available for camping and walking include:Langi Ghiran State Park - East of AraratMount Beckworth Scenic Reserve - West of ClunesKara Kara National Park - North of AvocaEnfield State Park - South of BallaratCreswick Regional Park - CreswickLake Bolac Lake Reserve - Lake BolacFollow the recovery here: https://www.parks.vic.gov.au/projects/western-victoria/mount-buangor-state-park-fire-recoveryAll of Mount Buangor State Park is closed except for the Beeripmo Walk, (accessed from Mount Cole State Forest), under National Parks Regulations 2024 20(1)(B). The purpose of this set aside is to restrict access and close Mount Buangor State Park to the public for the purposes of preserving, protecting and managing the park while the park recovery management occurs. Fines apply for entering the closed area. -
Upper Yarra Reservoir Park
Upper Yarra Reservoir Park Closure
Upper Yarra Reservoir Park is closed until further notice. The Park is being utilized for bushfire response by Forest Fire Management Victoria. The park is closed to ensure visitor and community safety whilst support is provided to the firefighting effort. For more information, please contact 13 1963.