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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.
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Notices Affecting Multiple Sites
MARATHON ROAD CLOSURE
Marathon Road is currently closed at New Place Creek whilst culvert replacement works take place. Access around this closure and works site for through traffic is still available, for four wheel drive only, by following Rim Track.Ground shooting operations targeting red fox
Control operations (ground shooting) targeting red fox are undertaken in this area. The Park will remain open to visitors during operations.For more information about deer control to protect biodiversity, please visit our Feral Animal page. -
Rock Creek (Mitchell River National Park, Mitchell and Wonnangatta Rivers Heritage River)
Angusvale Track/Horton’s Crossing Closure
Angusvale Track/Horton’s Crossing ClosureDue to storm events, the Angusvale Track past the Rock Creek Camp area has been subject to landslip.This Landslip now prevents vehicles from accessing the ford crossing through the Mitchell River between Angusvale Track and Hortons Track. Please do not attempt to cross the river from Hortons Track as there is no access to the West side of the park from this point.The Rock Creek Camp area is still currently accessible via Angusvale Track/Mitchell Views Track of the Mitchell River Road. -
Angusvale camping area (Mitchell and Wonnangatta Rivers Heritage River, Mitchell River National Park)
Angusvale Campground is being upgraded to improve access and provide a better visitor experience for campers, hikers and paddlers
Gunaikurnai Land and Waters Aboriginal Corporation are delivering further upgrades at Angusvale Campground to improve visitor experience and protect the environment. Upgrades will include new amenities, fencing and revegetation.
Stage Two of works began in February 2026. During this period material will be stockpiled on the project site and there will be trucks and plant working within the campground area and along Mitchell River Road.
When visiting a park where projects are happening, especially during construction, it’s important that people follow the direction of signs, Parks Victoria staff and work crews, and stay out of fenced and restricted areas.
At times river access will be limited. The camping area is open. Check the Mitchell River National Park page for changes to access.
For more information and updates on the project check the Angusvale Campground project page.
How we keep it special
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.