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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
Gunbower National Park and Murray River Reserve access changes
Recent rainfall and a high river event has resulted in some natural flooding inflows impacting Gunbower National Park and the Murray River Reserve on Gunbower Island. Access to some areas may be restricted and 4WD vehicles are recommended due to slippery access roads. Please do not drive through flood water or around road closures.Some track closures within Gunbower State Forest have been implemented for safety reasons - please check the DEECA public access map (https://mapshare.vic.gov.au/webmap/publicaccess/) for details.Key access tracks affected includeSections of River TrackBatemans BreakNursery TrackBarton TrackRobertsons BreakFive Sleeper TrackThompson TrackYarran TrackWire Fence TrackGravel TrackFlooding impacts to Guttrum and Benwell State Forest access
Recent rainfall and a high river event has resulted in some natural flooding inflows into Gutrrum and Benwell State Forests which is impacting on access to the Murray River Reserve. Access roads through the state forest are closed for safety. Please do not drive through flood water.Please check the DEECA public access map for details on closed roads in State Forest (https://mapshare.vic.gov.au/webmap/publicaccess/).Barmah National Park, Barmah Island and Ulupna Island, partial closures
Barmah National Park, Proposed Marry River Park (Part) & Tocumwal Regional Park (Part) have been subject to flood which has resulted in the need to close many areas for public safety.Most tracks and visitor sites within these Parks have become inaccessible to motorised vehicles due to localised rain and flooding.Take care and monitor the situation• Additional areas may be closed or become inaccessible at any time.• we encourage community members to take extra care around rivers, creeks and lakes as water levels may rise quickly and without warning. We encourage those travelling to new or unfamiliar areas to exercise additional caution.• If camping, never camp under trees or branches and avoid camping on low-lying land near creeks, rivers, streams and other waterways.• If conditions outside appear dangerous over the coming days, please stay inside. If you are driving and conditions deteriorate, safely pull over away from drains, trees, low-lying areas and floodwater.• Stay up-to-date with any warnings issued by downloading the VicEmergency app and establishing a personal watch zone for your local area or the area you are travelling to. Updated forecasts are also available on the Bureau of Meteorology website at bom.gov.au.• Local flood guides are also available at ses.vic.gov.au to aid preparation.See the attached map for further detail.Attachments: Barmah National Park 13 July 2026(2) (5,565KB)
Construction Underway- Coreena Bend
Construction Underway- Coreena BendWork is underway at various sites to improve access for visitors, park users, and emergency services, helping more people enjoy parks.Construction works will include upgrading ageing infrastructure to improve access and deliver beneficial environmental and conservation outcomes.Construction detailsWorks commence: Monday 1 June 2026.Track closed: Monday 1 June 2026 to Friday 31 July 2026 (no vehicle or pedestrian access).Closed areas include River Track (part).Access during worksDispersed camping is available at the upstream end of Coreena Bend via Currans Track or via Happy Valley Landing off Hocking Road.Thank you for your patience while these important works are carried out.Attachments: RFMF Signs_Repair_Works_Underway_Coreena (1) (163KB)
Construction Underway- Karadoc and Outlet Creek
Work is underway at various sites to improve access for visitors, park users, and emergency services, helping more people enjoy parks.Construction works will include upgrading ageing infrastructure to improve access and deliver beneficial environmental and conservation outcomes.Construction detailsWorks commence: Monday 1 June 2026Track closed: Monday 1 June 2026 to Friday 31 July 2026 (no vehicle or pedestrian access)Closed areas include Edey RoadAccess during worksAccess to the Karadoc Boat Ramp is not available during this time. Boat ramp access is available downstream via the Redcliffs Boat Ramp or upstream via the Horse Shoe Bend Boat Ramp.Thank you for your patience while these important works are carried out.Attachments: RFMF Signs_Repair_Works_Underway_Karadoc (1) (160KB)
Construction Underway- Bottle Bend (Cottrell Road)
Construction Underway- Bottle BendWork is underway at various sites to improve access for visitors, park users, and emergency services, helping more people enjoy parks.Construction works will include upgrading ageing infrastructure to improve access and deliver beneficial environmental and conservation outcomes.Construction detailsWorks commence: Monday 1 June 2026Track closed: Monday 1 June 2026 to Friday 31 July 2026 (no vehicle or pedestrian access)Closed areas include Cottrell RoadAccess during worksDispersed camp sites at Bonnie Doon Bend and Echo Point remain accessible via the central track.Thank you for your patience while these important works are carried out.Attachments: RFMF Signs_Repair_Works_Underway_Bottle (1) (162KB)
River Murray Reserve
There are areas within River Murray Reserve that have been impacted by heavy rainfall. This has impacted access to some areas of the park for recreation and may restrict vehicle access due to low lying flood waters.The following areas within River Murray Reserve in the Echuca area have been impacted by the rainfall event:- Pianta Bend- Farley Bend- the entry to Farley bend is not accessible by vehicle- Betha Bend- Baillieu Bend- Turner BendPlease take care when accessing these park areas, as the main access tracks can be heavily flooded and are not accessible by vehicle.Do not drive through flood waterNo Drinking Water Available Beyond Quarantine Station
There is no drinking water available beyond the Quarantine Station. Visitors are advised to carry water with them when visiting other areas of the park such as Fort Nepean. -
Notices Affecting Multiple Parks
Murray River Adventure Trail
Stage One of the Murray River Adventure Trail proposes new canoe and kayak launches, pedestrian links and new facilities at key visitor sites from Barmah National Park to Koondrook. Stage One will pass through Echuca, Murray River Reserve, Gunbower National Park and Lower Goulburn National Park. Find out more about the project.
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.