Changes of conditions listing

Aire River Heritage River

Aire Crossing Campsite - CLOSED

Due to EXTREME Fire Danger - access to Aire Crossing and Aire Crossing Camp site is CLOSED.

Gates are closed at Young Creek Tk, Aire Crossing Tk and Halls Ridge Tk.

Do not enter closed areas of National Park for your safety. Regulations apply.

Total Fire Bans & Fire Danger Ratings

Vic Emergency

Closure due to Bushfire

Due to uncontained bush fires, it is currently unsafe to enter the Great Ocean walk including all campgrounds and Maits Rest.

Alpine National Park

Mount Howitt Carpark, Mount Howitt Walking Track, Gantner Hut, Wabonga Plateau and Howitt Plains closed

Mount Howitt Carpark to Gantner Hut and the walking track out to Mount Howitt, Wabonga Plateau and Howitt Plains are closed to the public Friday 9 and Saturday 10 January due to bushfires burning to the North West of Mount Howitt, and extreme fire danger forecast for Friday 9 January.

The message is clear, stay home and stay safe. It is too dangerous to enter or camp in the parks in these conditions.

Stay informed

For updated information, visit the VicEmergency website, or call the hotline on 1800 226 226.
Download the VicEmergency app and know how to use it – create a watch zone for your home, work and loved ones to receive alerts within that watch zone.
Know your local emergency broadcaster and never rely on one source of emergency information.
Visit the CFA website for the latest information on Fire Danger Ratings.
Visit the BOM website to stay updated on weather forecasts and warnings.

Barry Mountains area west of the Great Alpine Rd closed

The Barry Mountains area of the Alpine National Park west of the Great Alpine Rd (including Mount Selwyn across to Lake Cobbler) is closed to the public Friday 9 and Saturday 10 January due to bushfires nearby and extreme fire danger forecast. The message is clear, stay home and stay safe. It is too dangerous to enter or camp in the parks in these conditions.

Stay informed

For updated information, visit the VicEmergency website, or call the hotline on 1800 226 226.
Download the VicEmergency app and know how to use it – create a watch zone for your home, work and loved ones to receive alerts within that watch zone.
Know your local emergency broadcaster and never rely on one source of emergency information.
Visit the CFA website for the latest information on Fire Danger Ratings.
Visit the BOM website to stay updated on weather forecasts and warnings.

Talbotville and Eaglevale Campgrounds closed

Talbotville and Eaglevale campgrounds are closed to the public Friday 9 and Saturday 10 January due to bushfires burning 3.1km North of Talbotville camping area, and extreme fire danger forecast for Friday 9 January. The message is clear – stay home and stay safe. It is too dangerous to enter or camp in parks in these conditions.

Stay informed

For updated information, visit the VicEmergency website, or call the hotline on 1800 226 226.
Download the VicEmergency app and know how to use it – create a watch zone for your home, work and loved ones to receive alerts within that watch zone.
Know your local emergency broadcaster and never rely on one source of emergency information.
Visit the CFA website for the latest information on Fire Danger Ratings.
Visit the BOM website to stay updated on weather forecasts and warnings.

Alpine National Park north of Briagolong, East of Arbuckle Junction and Mount Howitt, west of Dargo and south of Abbeyard, west of the Great Alpine Rd to Lake Cobbler CLOSED

The Alpine National Park north of Briagolong, East of Arbuckle Junction and Mount Howitt, west of Dargo and south of Abbeyard is closed to the public due to a bushfire. This includes all areas (but not limited to) Talbotville and Eaglevale campgrounds, Wonnangatta Valley including the Icon Drive from all approaches into the Valley, Mount Howitt Carpark, Gantner Hut and Mount Howitt Walking Track, Bryces Gorge, Wabonga Plateau and Howitt Plains, Pinnacles Day Visitor Area, Billy Goat Bluff Track and Horseyard Flat Camping Area.

The message is clear – stay home and stay safe. It is too dangerous to enter or camp in parks in these conditions.

Stay informed

For updated information, visit the VicEmergency website, or call the hotline on 1800 226 226.
Download the VicEmergency app and know how to use it – create a watch zone for your home, work and loved ones to receive alerts within that watch zone.
Know your local emergency broadcaster and never rely on one source of emergency information.
Visit the CFA website for the latest information on Fire Danger Ratings.
Visit the BOM website to stay updated on weather forecasts and warnings.

TRACK CLOSURE: Little Cobbler Track, Alpine National Park

Due to the poor condition of the Little Cobbler Track, it is closed. The track has suffered significant impacts from multiple flood and storm events that has left deep ruts that are not trafficable, making use of the track unsafe.

There are multiple 4WD options for alternate routes between Lake Cobbler Road and Speculation Road areas. Options include;

via Cobbler Lake Track. Turn off Lake Cobbler Rd onto Cobbler Lake Track thru to Speculation Road.
via Wild Horse Gap Track. Turn off Lake Cobbler Rd onto Wild Horse Gap Track, turn onto Burnt Top Track and follow thru to Pineapple Flat. From Pineapple Flat take King Basin Road thru to Speculation Road.
via Basin Track. Turn off Upper Rose River Rd onto Basin Track, turn onto Burnt Top Track and follow thru to Pineapple Flat. From Pineapple Flat take King Basin Road thru to Speculation Road.

Please contact Parks Victoria on 13 19 63 if you need further assistance with journey planning in this area to assist with navigating around this closure.

Cobberas, Ingeegoodbee and Macfarlane Flat Track closures.

The following tracks have been significantly damaged by storms and floods and are currently closed to motor vehicles to ensure public safety and environmental protection:

Cobberas Track
Macfarlane Flat Track
Ingeegoodbee Track

The tracks are likely to remain closed to motor vehicles until detailed site assessments have been completed. It is difficult to predict when planning approvals will be obtained to allow for repairs to commence.
Before visiting, visitors should check the Parks Victoria website for the latest information about their destination.

Attachments: FAQs for Cobberas ingeegoodbee and mcfarlane tks (128KB)

Dogman's Hut and Buckwong Creek Camping Areas closed

Dogman's Hut and Buckwong Creek Camping Areas are closed from 9 January 2026 until further notice.

Current weather conditions and fire activity in the area pose a significant safety risk to visitors.

Stay home and stay safe.

Stay up to date with warnings and incidents via VicEmergency: emergency.vic.gov.au

Attachments: Dogmans-Buckwong-closed-ANP_sign-A3 (167KB)

Park closure - Fire recovery

Following the February 2024 fire, the Mount Buangor State Park is closed for public safety until further notice to allow for stabilisation, recovery and rebuilding of visitor infrastructure. This includes Middle Creek, Ferntree and Bailes Camping Areas.

Dairymaid road, Mount Buangor lookout, Grevillea lookout and the Beeripmo walk have reopened, accessible by the adjoining the Mt Cole State Forest.

Read about our recovery progress on our Mount Buangor State Park fire recovery project page.

Other Parks in the wider area available for camping and walking include:

Langi Ghiran State Park - East of Ararat
Mount Beckworth Scenic Reserve - West of Clunes
Kara Kara National Park - North of Avoca
Enfield State Park - South of Ballarat
Creswick Regional Park - Creswick
Lake Bolac Lake Reserve - Lake Bolac

Update: Reopening of Ferntree Waterfalls Road and Ferntree Day Visitor Site

After many months of planning and works, Ferntree Visitor Area, Ferntree Waterfall walking track and the Ferntree Waterfalls Road will be reopening on Friday 21 November 2025.

This popular site once again offers visitors a picnic experience and a short walk to the base of the beautiful Ferntree Falls. The reopening of the day visitor area includes car parking, picnic tables, toilets (portable toilets will be in place until new amenities are installed), and an improved walking track with a new pedestrian bridge leading to the base of the falls.

Please note that access to the Ferntree day visitor area is currently only available via Ferntree Waterfalls Road. The remainder of the park, including the Ferntree, Bails, and Middle Creek campgrounds remains closed while recovery works continue.

Fire recovery works in the Mount Buangor State Park has been complex and staff continue to work hard to reopen visitor sites, roads and walking tracks. We hope to announce further openings early next year.

Areas closed due to fire danger

Parts of the Alpine National Park west of the Omeo Highway to Tom Groggin are closed due to fire activity in the area, including:

• Lake Dartmouth

• Mount Benambra

• Mount Pinnibar

• Tom Groggin

• Limestone Road

• Davies Plain Track

Avoid travelling to fire affected areas and parks.

Stay up to date with warnings and incidents via VicEmergency: emergency.vic.gov.au

Apollo Bay Coastal Reserve

Closure due to Bushfire

Due to uncontained bush fires, it is currently unsafe to enter the Great Ocean walk including all campgrounds and Maits Rest.

Apollo Bay Recreation Reserve

Closure due to Bushfire

Due to uncontained bush fires, it is currently unsafe to enter the Great Ocean walk including all campgrounds and Maits Rest.

Beechworth Historic Park

Spring Creek Bridge Closed

Spring Creek Bridge is closed to all vehicles and pedestrians due to significant damage from storm and flood events.

Pedestrian and bicycle access is permitted to either side of the bridge via Gorge Road, however there is currently no through access.

More information is available within the attached 'Spring Creek Bridge Closure - Update for Beechworth Community'

Attachments: Spring Creek Bridge Closure - Update for Beechworth Community #6 - October 2025 (538KB)

Bendigo Regional Park

Safety Alert; Fire Pits

Larni Yirrip campground fire pits have been tagged out following a statewide safety alert until further investigations are completed.

Thankyou for your patience.

Braeside Park

Red Gum Picnic Area toilets closed

The public toilet block at Red Gum Picnic Area at Braeside Park is currently closed until further notice. We apologise for the inconvenience and are working on a solution to restore the toilets. Alternative toilets are located at the Telford Picnic area off Lower Dandenong Rd.

Brimbank Park

Picnic Area A Disabled Toilet Closed Brimbank Park

Picnic Area A disabled toilet closed due to vandalism. Asbestos is present at site, therefore closed until further notice. Alternative disabled toilet located at Lumbar and Co toilets or Picnic Area B toilets.

Bluestone Ford River Crossing CLOSED due to Wildlife Heat Stress

The Bluestone river crossing at Brimbank Park is closed due to extreme heat stress event on our native wildlife. Please do not cross through this pathway and find an alternative route into the park.

Carpark B Toilet Block Male & Female - Closed

Toilet blocks have been closed for the foreseeable future due to asbestos testing.

Bunyip State Park

Night Closures for Deer Control in Bunyip State Park and Kurth Kiln Regional Park

Areas of Bunyip State Park and Kurth Kiln Regional Park will be closed from dusk (4:00pm), until dawn (7.00am) on the following dates 23,24,25th and 26th of February, 18,19,20 and 21st of May 2026.

These closures are for ground shooting operations controlling introduced deer species. Signs will be displayed at all official entrance points to the control zones during the control operation.

All camping grounds/visitor areas will be closed when the control activities are underway.

Areas closed include:

Nash Creek Camping Ground

Freemans Mill Camping Area

Dyers Camping and Picnic Ground

Mortimer Camping and Picnic Area

Lawson Falls Picnic Ground

Forest Road Unloading Area

Cannibal Creek Horse Unloading Area

Helmet Track Unloading Area

Parks Victoria is responsible for conservation management to restore and protect park habitat, including the control of introduced plant and animal species.

This program will:

• Reduce habitat structure damage and minimise browsing impacts on habitat regeneration

• Focus on movement corridors that aim to reduce the impact of deer grazing on surrounding private land

For your own safety please observe the signage during this time and do not enter any closed areas.

For further information please call 131963

Cape Conran Coastal Park

Banksia Bluff Campground - Temporary closure periods

To allow for essential works within Banksia Bluff Campground, there will be temporary closures across the below periods:

March 2026: Campsites within Loop A + B closed to bookings
20-30 April 2026: Campsites within Loop A + B closed to bookings
1 May to 19 September 2026: All campsites (all Loops) closed to bookings

For updates, please visit the Project status page.

Banksia Bluff Campground - Loop A - maintenance works

Banksia Bluff Campground, Loop A, sites 1 - 37 will be closed to bookings 25, 26 and 27th Feb to allow for essential maintenance works.

Cape Liptrap Coastal Park

Limeburners Track (Cape Liptrap Coastal Park) is currently closed due to a significant landslip

Limeburners Track between Walkerville South and Walkerville North is currently closed due to significant damage to the walking track resulting from landslips and coastal erosion.

Access between Walkerville South and Walkerville North is available via the beach (low tide only - please check tides before embarking).

Castlemaine Diggings National Heritage Park

Loop track closed due to Phytophthora outbreak

Loop access will have limited vehicle access to reduced the risk of spread of phytophthora cinnamomi pathogen.

Cobboboonee National Park

Closed - Surry Ridge Campground

Surry Ridge Campground in Cobboboonee National Park is closed due to lack of toilet facilities. Camping overnight is not permitted at Surry Ridge campground. The Surry Ridge picnic ground is available for day visitor use. The nearest available campgrounds in Cobboboonee National Park are Wrights Campground located on Wrights Swamp Road and Jackass Fern Gully Campground located on T & W Road. Both campgrounds are free to use and do not require booking.

Coolart Historic Area

Coolart Loop 2 Track - section closed due to hazardous trees

Section of Coolart Loop 2 track is temporarily closed due to hazardous trees.

Maps with alternative path are available on site.

Coolart Loop 2 Track - section closed due to hazardous trees

Section of Coolart Loop 2 track is temporarily closed due to hazardous trees.

Maps with alternative path are available on site.

Corinella Jetty

Corinella Jetty head partial closure

Parks Victoria recently completed a conditions inspection of the Corinella Jetty.

A number of deteriorated beams have been identified on the timber head. To ensure public safety a small section of the timber deck will be isolated from pedestrian access. Access to the fishing platform will be maintained.

The closure will remain in place while Parks Victoria reviews repair options.

Creswick Regional Park

St Georges Lake Loop Walk Detour

There has been significant damage to parts of the walking track around St Georges Lake. Track closures are in place to keep visitors safe. Detours are in place to guide visitors around these closures.

Attachments: St Georges Lake Loop Walk Detour_2025 (252KB)

Croajingolong National Park

Allan Head Jetty Closure

The Allan Head Jetty is temporarily closed for public safety. Visitors are advised that the Allan Head picnic area remains open, however access onto the jetty is restricted.

Goanna Bay Jetty Closure

The Goanna Bay Jetty is temporarily closed for public safety. Visitors are advised that the Goanna Bay day visitor area remains open, however access onto the jetty is restricted.

Kingfish Point Jetty Closure

The Kingfish Point Jetty is closed for public safety. Visitors are advised that the Kingfish Point day visitor area remains open.

Genoa Peak Road -temporarily 4WD only

Access to Genoa Peak walking track and lookout via Genoa Peak Road is temporarily 4WD vehicles only and not suitable for 2WD due to severe rutting of the road surface. Parks Victoria will undertake road repairs as soon as possible.

Genoa Peak Road

Access to Genoa Peak walking track and lookout, via Genoa Peak Road is currently only accessible by 4WD vehicle due to deep rutting of the road surface. Parks Victoria will be undertaking road repair works to reinstate 2WD access as soon as possible.

Tracks and areas closed in the Croajingolong National Park

The following areas are closed because of the 2019/2020 bushfires and coastal erosion caused by heavy rainfall. Parks Victoria continue to maintain surveillance and security of these areas as works continue to reinstate access.

· Point Hicks Lightstation

· Saros Track

· Sledge Track

The Wilderness Coast Walk is open all the way from Bemm River to Mallacoota. Staff have recently marked sections of the track however, combined flood and fire damage have made some areas more difficult to negotiate. Hikers must be able to self-navigate with a map and compass.

The following walking track is closed:

· Wingan Inlet Rapids Walk

The following jetties around Mallacoota are closed:

· Kingfish Point

. Goanna Bay

The following tracks remain closed due to storm damage

· Miners Track

Mueller Inlet camp sites flooded

As of 02/01/2026 the entrance to Mueller River has closed and water levels in the inlet are high.

Sites 7 and 8 and currently flooded, sites 4 to 6 may flood soon.

Sites 1 to 3 are not subject to flooding.

Rangers will monitor water levels and update this notice.

Alternative camping is available at the newly re-opened Thurra camp, about 10 minutes away from Mueller. Book here: https://bookings.parks.vic.gov.au/thurra-river-campground

Crossover Regional Park

Closure of Pilgrim Creek Road to vehicles

Please be aware that new gates have been installed on Pilgrim Creek Road which is an access point into Crossover Regional Park.

The gates are the result of a joint project between the Rokeby & Crossover Friends Group, Baw Baw Shire Council, Parks Victoria and DELWP. The gates will prevent vehicular access to a section of Pilgrim Ck Track with the aim of improving safety for recreational users and reduce the incidence of illegal activity such as firewood removal and the dumping of rubbish. This section of Pilgrim Creek Track is now classed as Management Vehicle Only (MVO) access and the gates are permanently closed.

If you require vehicular access to the closed section of track please contact Park’s Victoria at info@parks.vic.gov.au or call 13 19 63 to discuss your requirements.

Attachments: Crossover gates regulation sign (196KB)

Dandenong Ranges National Park

Deer Control in Dandenong Ranges National Park

Parks Victoria are continuing deer control in the Dandenong Ranges National Park. This program will be taking place between the hours of 4pm and 7am on a number of nights between October 19th 2025 and May 20th 2026. These control works are being undertaken by accredited and authorised contractors.

For reasons of public safety, various areas of the park will be inaccessible during the evening throughout this period.

Signage will be in place at access points when control activities are occurring. For our own safety please observe the signage during this time and do not enter any closed areas.

For further information please call 131963

Ramblers Track Upper Bridge is Closed

The Ramblers Track Upper Bridge has been damaged by a fallen tree, the Tree has been cleared and we hope to start works on rebuilding the bridge in January 2026. Please use Tree Fern Gully Track to access the 1000 Steps, Ramblers Track is closed at the Musk Track intersection.

Dandenong Valley Parklands

Koomba Boardwalk Closure

Koomba Boardwalk will be closed until further notice

Koomba Park Boronia Road Carpark closed

Koomba Park Boronia Road Carpark is closed until further notice

Temporary closures of Dandenong Creek Trail at Jells Park South

We are upgrading the sporting ovals at Jells Park South and building a new pavilion.

Sections of the Dandenong Creek Trail adjacent to the Oaks and Ashes Picnic Areas are subject to temporary closures during the construction period. Temporary closures are managed by traffic controllers on site. Visitors can bypass any temporary closures via the walking track to the east of the ovals.

Half of the car parking at Jells Park South, accessed via Ferntree Gully Road, is closed for the construction period. The playgrounds and toilets remain open throughout the construction period. See this map for more details.

Norton's Park Women's Toilets Closed

The women's toilets at the Norton's Park toilet block are currently closed while repairs are undertaken.

The men's toilets and the disabled cubicle at Norton's Park remain open to the public.

Norton's Park Women's Toilets Closed

The women's toilets at the Norton's Park toilet block are currently closed while repairs are undertaken.

The men's toilets and the disabled cubicle at Norton's Park remain open to the public.

Norton's Park Women's Toilets Closed

The women's toilets at the Norton's Park toilet block are currently closed while repairs are undertaken.

The men's toilets and the disabled cubicle at Norton's Park remain open to the public.

Dromana Pier

Temporary changes to access

Dromana Pier has closed so we can begin demolition in preparation to start building the new pier.

A site compound has been established at the George A Bishop Reserve carpark which will need to close for the duration of the build. Parking will be available at the Dromana Foreshore Reserve or along Point Nepean Road during this time.

The foreshore area adjoining the pier and compound has been fenced off so equipment and materials can be safely moved between the compound and the construction site.

During this time visitors can swim, snorkel and fish at nearby Rosebud and Rye piers.

We apologise for any inconvenience and look forward to welcoming you to the new Dromana Pier in mid to late 2026.

Errinundra National Park

Ocean View Lookout, Errinundra National Park - Closed Due to Hazardous Trees

Ocean View Lookout on Greens Road in Errinundra National Park is closed to visitors due to the presence of hazardous, fire-affected trees overhanging the site.

Visitors are advised not to stop at the site as limbs may fall at any time, especially on windy days.

Through traffic along Greens Road is permitted.

Ocean View Lookout, Errinundra National Park - Closed Due to Hazardous Trees

Ocean View Lookout on Greens Road in Errinundra National Park is closed to visitors due to the presence of hazardous, fire-affected trees overhanging the site.

Visitors are advised not to stop at the site as limbs may fall at any time, especially on windy days.

Through traffic along Greens Road is permitted.

Flinders Coastal Reserve

Temporarily closer to berthing - timber northern inner landing

Following an inspection of Flinders Pier, three piles on the timber northern inner landing were identified as being in very poor condition, having further deteriorated since the last inspection.

As such Parks Victoria has temporarily closed the timber northern inner landing of Flinders Pier for berthing.

Pedestrian and fishing access will be maintained on the timber northern inner landing, and berthing is still available at the northern concrete landing and the timber southern lower landing.

We are monitoring the pier for any further deterioration so we can continue to keep visitors safe.

Apologies for any inconvenience during this time. We look forward to restoring berthing access and welcoming you back.

Flinders Jetty

Temporarily closer to berthing - timber northern inner landing

Following an inspection of Flinders Pier, three piles on the timber northern inner landing were identified as being in very poor condition, having further deteriorated since the last inspection.

As such Parks Victoria has temporarily closed the timber northern inner landing of Flinders Pier for berthing.

Pedestrian and fishing access will be maintained on the timber northern inner landing, and berthing is still available at the northern concrete landing and the timber southern lower landing.

We are monitoring the pier for any further deterioration so we can continue to keep visitors safe.

Apologies for any inconvenience during this time. We look forward to restoring berthing access and welcoming you back.

Grampians (Gariwerd) National Park

Mount Zero Car Park - Closed for Upgrade Works

Mount Zero Car Park (Mura Mura Trailhead), including the picnic and toilet facilities are CLOSED while Parks Victoria undertakes construction works.

These works are part of upgrades to trailheads along the Grampians Peaks Trail which will improve trail access, carparking, visitor and picnic facilities, signage and landscaping. Construction is underway and is scheduled to be completed by February 2026.

During construction:

There will be no day or overnight parking available at Mount Zero Picnic Area (Mura Mura Trailhead).
Day and overnight hikers can access the Grampians Peaks Trail at Mount Zero Picnic Area (Mura Mura Trailhead) via drop off /pick up only at the designated area on Mount Zero Road.
Mount Zero (Mura Mura) walk can be accessed via drop off/pick up only on Mount Zero Rd, or via Stapylton Loop walk from Stapylton Campground.
Toilets are available at Hollow Mountain Car Park and Stapylton Campground.

Day walkers wishing to complete the Stapylton Loop walk can access via the trailhead at Stapylton Campground. Please note there will be limited car parking along Olive Plantation Road, north of the campground entry.

We apologise for any inconvenience while these improvement works take place.

For further information on the closure please contact Brambuk the National Park and Cultural Centre at brambuk@parks.vic.gov.au or call 13 1963.

For more information on the Grampians Peaks Trail upgrades, please click here.

Grampians Peaks Trail – Hike-in Campground Closures (sections C3-C5 & S1-S2)

The central and southern sections of the Grampians Peaks Trail (C3-C5 and S1-S2) re-opened for day walking only on the 10th of November 2025.

These sections were heavily impacted by the 2024/25 Summer bushfires and incorporate the trail from Borough Huts Campground to Griffin Trailhead (including section S1 –S2 Yarram Gap Road to Griffin Fireline).

Barri Yalug, Duwul, Durd Durd, Yarram and Wannon Hike-in Campgrounds and facilities remain closed, as works take place to repair damaged toilets, water tanks, elevated walkways, tent platforms, shelters, and signage.

Please note:

Drinking water is available at serviced water tanks only, located at Grampians Peaks Trail Road crossings. Important: drinking water is not available at the Hike-in Campgrounds. Hikers must adjust accordingly and carry sufficient drinking water.
Toilet facilities are available at Borough Huts, Jimmy Creek, Kalymna and Wannon Crossing campgrounds.
Mt William Road is closed until further notice, and vehicle access to the Mount William carpark is unavailable.
Please see the Plan and Prepare Guide for more information on how to plan and prepare, before accessing the Grampians Peaks Trail.

Please remember, this fire affected landscape is fragile. Stay on formed tracks and be mindful that walking track and surrounding forest conditions have changed.

Visit our fire recovery project web page for relevant upgrade information.

Check what's open and closed in Grampians (Gariwerd) National Park on the change of conditions web page. If you are visiting the area and require more detailed local information, visit Brambuk the National Park and Cultural Centre at 277 Grampians Rd Halls Gap, open 9am to 4pm, 7 days a week. Alternatively, you can call (03) 8427 2258 or email brambuk@parks.vic.gov.au

Grampians (Gariwerd) National Park – What’s Open What’s Closed Update 29.12.2025

During the summer of 2024/2025 the southern and western areas of Grampians (Gariwerd) National Park and the central section of Grampians Peaks Trail were impacted by multiple bushfires. Since then, a staged re-opening has commenced and many popular visitor areas have re-opened in the Northern, Wonderland and Southern areas of the park. However, some visitor sites and roads remain closed in the Sundial, Mount William, Victoria Range, Victoria Valley and Wallaby Rocks areas.

Roads in fire impacted areas

For up-to-date information please refer to the road report on the change of conditions listings.

For more detail on “What’s Open What’s Closed”

Please refer to the attached “What’s Open What’s Closed” December 29 Park Update. It provides a park wide compilation of the staged fire recovery reopening’s in 2025.

For further information, visit Brambuk the National Park and Cultural Centre in Halls Gap, call Parks Victoria on 131963 or go to parks.vic.gov.au

Attachments: GGNP_Park Update_Whats Open-Closed_Dec 29 (1,023KB)

Mt William Rd – Temporary Closure for Recovery Works

Mt William Rd is currently closed due to summer bushfire impacts.

Repair works to Mt William Road commenced on Jan 5, 2026.

The Mount William (Duwul) Summit Walk (from Mount William carpark), Boundary Gap Walk (from Kalymna Campground), Sheep Hills Track and the Major Mitchell Plateau Circuit Hike (from Sheep Hills carpark) remain closed.

For further information, visit Brambuk the National Park and Cultural Centre in Halls Gap, call Parks Victoria 131 963 or go to parks.vic.gov.au

Sundial Peak Walk and The Bleachers (Sundial Peak) – Temporary closure

Sundial Peak Walk and The Bleachers (Sundial Peak) – Temporary closure

Sundial Peak Walk and The Bleachers (Designated Climbing Area – Bouldering (Site 83) both remain closed due to track damage from the 2024/25 summer bushfires.

Alternative walks from Sundial carpark including The Pinnacle Walk and the Lakeview Lookout Walk.

For more information visit Brambuk the National Park and Cultural Centre in Halls Gap or call 03 8427 2058

Grampians (Gariwerd) National Park - Roads Update 09.01.2026

The Grampians (Gariwerd) National Park has some roads temporarily closed due to bushfire and flood impacts.

Please be aware the movement of visitors in some areas of the National Park is restricted.

Please refer to the attached up-to-date road report below.

Attachments: Grampians (Gariwerd) National Park - Road Report - 09.01.2026 (217KB)

Grant Historic Area

Talbotville and Eaglevale Campgrounds closed

Talbotville and Eaglevale campgrounds are closed to the public Friday 9 and Saturday 10 January due to bushfires burning 3.1km North of Talbotville camping area, and extreme fire danger forecast for Friday 9 January. The message is clear – stay home and stay safe. It is too dangerous to enter or camp in parks in these conditions.

Stay informed

For updated information, visit the VicEmergency website, or call the hotline on 1800 226 226.
Download the VicEmergency app and know how to use it – create a watch zone for your home, work and loved ones to receive alerts within that watch zone.
Know your local emergency broadcaster and never rely on one source of emergency information.
Visit the CFA website for the latest information on Fire Danger Ratings.
Visit the BOM website to stay updated on weather forecasts and warnings.

Alpine National Park north of Briagolong, East of Arbuckle Junction and Mount Howitt, west of Dargo and south of Abbeyard, west of the Great Alpine Rd to Lake Cobbler CLOSED

The Alpine National Park north of Briagolong, East of Arbuckle Junction and Mount Howitt, west of Dargo and south of Abbeyard is closed to the public due to a bushfire. This includes all areas (but not limited to) Talbotville and Eaglevale campgrounds, Wonnangatta Valley including the Icon Drive from all approaches into the Valley, Mount Howitt Carpark, Gantner Hut and Mount Howitt Walking Track, Bryces Gorge, Wabonga Plateau and Howitt Plains, Pinnacles Day Visitor Area, Billy Goat Bluff Track and Horseyard Flat Camping Area.

The message is clear – stay home and stay safe. It is too dangerous to enter or camp in parks in these conditions.

Stay informed

For updated information, visit the VicEmergency website, or call the hotline on 1800 226 226.
Download the VicEmergency app and know how to use it – create a watch zone for your home, work and loved ones to receive alerts within that watch zone.
Know your local emergency broadcaster and never rely on one source of emergency information.
Visit the CFA website for the latest information on Fire Danger Ratings.
Visit the BOM website to stay updated on weather forecasts and warnings.

Great Otway National Park

Cora Lynn campsite permanently closed

Due to environmental and safety reasons Cora Lynn campsite is permanently closed

Kalimna Tramline link walk and Upper Kalimna is closed

The Kalimna Tramline link walk is closed due to damage to a pedestrian bridge. Walkers can still access the Lower Kalimna Waterfall via the Kalimna Falls Walking Track, which starts at Sheoak Picnic Area. Upper Kalimna Falls closed until further notice.

Cora Lynn Cascades Walking Track Closure

Cora Lynn Cascades walking track is currently closed due to damaged infrastructure. Please note this closure will affect you if you plan to walk from Allenvale through to Erskine falls and vice versa.

Aire Crossing Campsite - CLOSED

Due to EXTREME Fire Danger - access to Aire Crossing and Aire Crossing Camp site is CLOSED.

Gates are closed at Young Creek Tk, Aire Crossing Tk and Halls Ridge Tk.

Do not enter closed areas of National Park for your safety. Regulations apply.

Total Fire Bans & Fire Danger Ratings

Vic Emergency

Closure due to Bushfire

Due to uncontained bush fires, it is currently unsafe to enter the Great Ocean walk including all campgrounds and Maits Rest.

Gunbower National Park

Gunbower National Park Roads Closed due to Flooding

Environmental watering within Gunbower Island is affecting access to River Track between Bateman's road and Koondrook. Multiple tracks will be temporarily closed until waters recede which is expected sometime in January. For safety reasons, do not drive through flood waters or past road closures.

Areas within the State Forest are also affected. See MapShareVic for road and track closures, and for more information, please visit the Forest and road closures page.

Tracks in Gunbower NP that are Closed

Barton Track

Robertson Track

Robertson Break

Wee Wee Rup Track

Garner Track

Barton Track

Log Haulers Track

Centre Break

Smith Swamp Track

Mawsons Track

Garner Break

Branch Track

Batemans Road

Hattah-Kulkyne National Park

Park Closure - Bushfire Emergency

There is an active bushfire in Hattah-Kulkyne National park. This park is closed until further notice.

Park Closed due to bushfire

There is currently an active bushfire in Hattah-Kulkyne NP. Parks Victoria are closing the park until further notice for public safety.

Park Closure - Conservation Program

Due to a conservation program Hattah-Kulkyne National Park, including Lake Hattah and Lake Mournpall campgrounds, will be closed from Monday 19th to and inclusive of Thursday 22nd January 2026.

Hattah Kulkyne National Park will be closed during nighttime hours only therefore is open to enjoy during daylight.

Hattah & Mournpall campgrounds will be closed all hours across this period.

Closure signs will be in place on all main entry points into the park.

Please refer to the attached map for specific locations.

Murray Kulkyne Park will remain fully open allowing access to camping along the river bends. If staying in the Murray Kulkyne Park, please ensure you don't cross River Track into the Hattah-Kulkyne National Park during this closure for your own safety.

Appreciate your patience & support

Attachments: Hattah Kulkyne National Park and Murray Kulkyne Outline Map (347KB)

Park Closure - Conservation Program

Due to a conservation program Hattah-Kulkyne National Park, including Lake Hattah and Lake Mournpall campgrounds, will be closed from Monday 26th to and inclusive of Thursday 29th January 2026.

Hattah Kulkyne National Park will be closed during nighttime hours only therefore is open to enjoy during daylight.

Hattah & Mournpall campgrounds will be closed all hours across this period.

Closure signs will be in place on all main entry points into the park.

Please refer to the attached map for specific locations.

Murray Kulkyne Park will remain fully open allowing access to camping along the river bends. If staying in the Murray Kulkyne Park, please ensure you don't cross River Track into the Hattah-Kulkyne National Park during this closure for your own safety.

Appreciate your patience & support

Attachments: Hattah Kulkyne National Park and Murray Kulkyne Outline Map (347KB)

Hepburn Regional Park

Hepburn Regional Park Storm Damage - Walking Tracks Closed

Due to significant storm damage, the following walking tracks are closed until further notice

- Twin Bridges to Tipperary Springs (East side only)

- Blowhole to Golden Spring

Parks Victoria are working to re-open these tracks as soon as possible. For your safety, please stay off these tracks and check in here for updates.

Thank you for your understanding.

Attachments: Hepburn Regional Park Walking Track UPDATE October 2025 (193KB)

Tipperary Springs Mineral Spring Pump - No Flow

Due to unforeseen circumstances, Tipperary Springs Mineral Spring pump currently has no flow.

Parks Victoria are working to rectify the issue as soon as possible. Thank you for your understanding.

CLOSED: Golden Spring Mineral Spring Pump

Routine testing has shown that the mineral spring water is currently in poor quality and is not suitable for drinking.

This spring will reopen when it is suitable for drinking. Thanks for your understanding

Kurth Kiln Regional Park

Night closures at Kurth Kiln Regional Park for Deer Control Program

Areas of Bunyip State Park and Kurth Kiln Regional Park will be closed from dusk (4:00pm), until dawn (7.00am) on the following the 23,24,25th and 26th February, 18,19,20 and 21st May 2026.

These closures are for ground shooting operations controlling introduced deer species. Signs will be displayed at all official entrance points to the control zones during the control operation.

All camping grounds/visitor areas will be closed when the control activities are underway.

Areas closed include:

Nash Creek Camping Ground

Freemans Mill Camping Area

Dyers Camping and Picnic Ground

Mortimer Camping and Picnic Area

Lawson Falls Picnic Ground

Forest Road Unloading Area

Cannibal Creek Horse Unloading Area

Helmet Track Unloading Area

Parks Victoria is responsible for conservation management to restore and protect park habitat, including the control of introduced plant and animal species.

This program will:

• Reduce habitat structure damage and minimise browsing impacts on habitat regeneration

• Focus on movement corridors that aim to reduce the impact of deer grazing on surrounding private land

For your own safety please observe the signage during this time and do not enter any closed areas.

For further information please call 131963

Lake Bolac Highway Park

Blue Green Algae - Lake Bolac

Parks Victoria has announced that a blue-green algae bloom is currently affecting Lake Bolac, in western Victoria.

Warning signs will be installed at the lake and the public is warned not to swim in and to avoid any direct contact with the affected water.

Direct contact with blue-green algae can cause allergic reactions such as skin rashes or itchiness; sore eyes ears and nose or if swallowed gastroenteritis, nausea or vomiting.

People who come into contact with contaminated water should wash immediately in fresh water, and seek medical advice if experiencing illness.

Any fish harvested from blue-green algae affected water should have gills and guts removed prior to cooking. People should not eat whole fish, shellfish or crustaceans collected from Lake Bolac. The type of algae affecting Lake Bolac produces toxins that can concentrate in shellfish and crustaceans, and accumulate in the liver and internal organs of fish. Ingesting blue-green algae toxins can lead to serious illness.

Water from the affected water body should not be used for drinking, cooking or other domestic uses. Boiling the affected water will not make it safe for use.

For any health issues experienced after contact with blue-green algae affected water please seek medical advice immediately.

Irrigators are encouraged to take extra care to avoid spray drift, the pooling of water and inhaling mist from blue-green algae affected water. Affected water should not be sprayed onto leafy vegetables or florets, or allowed to flood pastures.

Pet owners should prevent pets from drinking or having direct contact with contaminated water.

Visitors to the area are advised that they can still enjoy other recreational activities such as bushwalking, boating and sightseeing around the water body.

Members of the public are asked to report any potential blue-green algae blooms to their local water manager.

Parks Victoria will continue to monitor conditions and will remove signage once the lake is safe for use.

More information about blue-green algae is available from Department of Health and Human Services: https://www2.health.vic.gov.au/public-health/water/blue-green-algae-cyanobacteria

Lake Bolac Lake Reserve