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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
River Murray Reserve adjacent to Guttrum and Benwell State Forests access changes
Recent rainfall and a high river event has resulted in some natural flooding inflows impacting the River Murray Reserve adjacent to the Guttrum and Benwell State Forests. Please do not drive through flood water or around road closures.Access roads through the state forest may be closed for safety, impacting access to River Murray Reserve - please check the DEECA public access map for details.No Vehicle access to Farley Bend
This section of the River Murray reserve is closed to vehicles due to the poor and unsafe condition of the roads.Alternative camping areas can be found at Fraiser Road, Young Road, Headworks Road, Torrumbarry Weir Road, O'dwyer Road, Pianta Road, Braund Road.In the interest of visitor safety, this area is closed until further notice.Construction Underway- Bidgee Lagoons and Wakool Creek
Construction Underway- Bidgee Lagoons and Wakool CreekWork 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: Tuesday 1st SeptemberTrack closed: Tuesday 1st September to Saturday 31st October (no vehicle or pedestrian access)Closed areas include River Track, Bidgee Junction Track, Boundary TrackAccess during worksDispersed camping is available in Narrung with entry via Murray Valley Hwy (MVH) or Passage Camp with entry via Mills Lane off the MVH.Attachments: RFMF Signs_Repair_Works_Underway_BidgeeWakool (160KB)
Barmah national park closed areas
Due to Flooding areas of Barmah National Park, Proposed Murray River Park and Tocumwal Regional Park have been closed for public safety and to avoid damage.Most tracks and visitor sites within these Parks have become inaccessible to motorised vehicles due to localised rain and flooding from rising river levels.The current closure effects all visitor sites and tracks displayed on the attached map with exception of those highlighted in Green and listed below which can be accessed by 4X4 vehicles, as some water crossings may be required:Open Areas,Barmah NP• Sand Ridge Track part (up to the Dharnya centre)• Lakes Camping area (North end only)• Waisers beach camp grounds 1,2+3Ulupna Island• Carters beach camping area 1,2+3• Labbets beach• Docters Beach• Point beach• Wide Beach• Long Beach• Brean’s beach• Forest beach• Reserve Track part (from entrance to The Junction camping area on Ulupna Island)• The Junction Camping area UlupnaTake care and monitor the situation• River Levels are still high and 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.Attachments: access map BNP 17.09.26 (1,066KB)
Gunbower National Park and River Murray Reserve access changes
Recent rainfall and a high river event has resulted in some natural flooding inflows impacting Gunbower National Park and the River Murray 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.Key access tracks in Gunbower National Park affected include:Sections of River Track
Wee Wee Rup Track
Robertson Break
Robertson Road
Nursery Track
Batemans Road
Broken Axle Track
Sand Hill Track
Red Rise Track
Some track closures within Gunbower State Forest may also be implemented for safety reasons, impacting access to Gunbower National Park and the River Murray Reserve on Gunbower Island - please check the DEECA public access map for details.No 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. -
Karadoc Sandbar Camping Area (River Murray Reserve)
Karadoc Boat Ramp Closed
Karadoc Boat Ramp will be temporarily closed from 31 August 2026 while Parks Victoria undertakes upgrade works to improve safety and access for boaters.The works will include reconstruction of the existing boat ramp.During construction:The Karadoc Boat Ramp will be closed to all vessel launching and retrieval.Access to the immediate construction area will be restricted.Alternative boat ramp access is available at:Red Cliffs Boat Ramp (downstream)Horseshoe Bend Boat Ramp (upstream)The closure will remain in place for the duration of the works.Parks Victoria apologises for any inconvenience and thanks visitors for their patience while these important upgrades are carried out.Karadoc Boat Ramp Closed
Karadoc Boat Ramp will be temporarily closed from 31 August 2026 while Parks Victoria undertakes upgrade works to improve safety and access for boaters.The works will include reconstruction of the existing boat ramp.During construction:The Karadoc Boat Ramp will be closed to all vessel launching and retrieval.Access to the immediate construction area will be restricted.Alternative boat ramp access is available at:Red Cliffs Boat Ramp (downstream)Horseshoe Bend Boat Ramp (upstream)The closure will remain in place for the duration of the works.Parks Victoria apologises for any inconvenience and thanks visitors for their patience while these important upgrades are carried out. -
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.
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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.