Lake Charlegrark Lake Reserve

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Lake Charlegrark Lake Reserve

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Lake Charlegrark Lake Reserve

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Lake Charlegrark Lake Reserve

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.

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.

  • Lake Charlegrark Lake Reserve

    Community Information - Blue Green Algae has been detected in Lake Charlegrark

    Blue-green algae has been detected in Lake Charlegrark near Minimay.
    Contact with affected water may cause harm to humans and animals.
    Further testing has been completed and updated information will be provided as it becomes available.
    This notification will be reviewed and updated as the situation changes.
    You should avoid direct contact with affected water in Lake Charlegrark.
     
    Do not swim in affected areas or use water for cooking, drinking, washing or showering. Boiling the water will not make it safe. 
    What you should do:
    • Visit https://www.parks.vic.gov.au/places-to-see/parks/lake-charlegrark-lake-reserve for more information. 
    • Observe any information signs and advice messages.
    • Monitor water quality on the EPA website: https://www.epa.vic.gov.au/check-air-and-water-quality
     
    Protect your health:
    • Avoid all contact with water, including swimming and water sports. 
    • Do not use the water for cooking, drinking, washing or showering. 
    • Direct contact with water affected with algal blooms can cause skin irritation, sore eyes, ears and nose. 
    • If swallowed it can cause cramps, nausea and vomiting. Avoid consuming shellfish, crustaceans and fish caught in the area. 
    If you come into contact with algal bloom affected water: 

    • Immediately leave the water. 
    • Remove any traces of algae by thoroughly washing and rinsing your skin, hair and contaminated clothes in clean cool water. 
    • Wash and dry all equipment in clean water. 
    • If you are experiencing any health issues after contact with affected water seek medical advice from your local doctor or Nurse-On-Call [https://www.health.vic.gov.au/primary-care/nurse-on-call] on 1300 60 60 24. 
     
    Protect your pets:
    • Pet owners should prevent pets from having direct contact with contaminated water. 
    • Seek veterinary advice if you have any health concerns for your pets.
    Impacts in your area:
    • Blue-green algae occur naturally in rivers, lakes and dams and are common during warmer months in Victoria.
     
    Boating and fishing:
    • Avoid all contact with water, including swimming and water sports, wash down vessels that have been in contact asap.
    • Avoid consuming shellfish, crustaceans and fish caught in the area.


    Information about blue green algae:

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More people are connecting with Victoria’s natural and cultural landscapes than ever before, which is why Parks Victoria supports healthy and resilient parks for current and future generations.

Parks Victoria is responding to climate change, extreme weather events, human impacts, previous land management practices, invasive species and the changing distribution of plants and animals that is challenging park management and conservation efforts.

Working with Traditional Owners, partners, communities and individuals, Parks Victoria is investing in nature’s future through joint management, projects to enrich visitor experiences and programs to protect habitats and cultural heritage.

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