Snowy River National Park

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    Snowy River National Park

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    Volunteering in parks is a great way to contribute to conserving Victoria’s special places. The many personal benefits of volunteering include learning more about plants and wildlife, gaining new skills, being in the outdoors, improving health and well being and meeting new friends. Time spent in nature also reduces stress and promotes physical wellbeing.
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    Snowy River National Park

    Snowy River National Park

    Need to know

    Snowy River National Park

    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.

    • Notices Affecting Multiple Parks

      Seasonal road closures 2021

      Some roads in this park are subject to seasonal road closures. Seasonal road closures generally operate after the long weekend in June through to the end of October, but may be extended due to seasonal conditions. Visit the seasonal road closures page for maps and more information.

      Deer Control (ground shooting) operation underway

      Deer control is being undertaken in this park from October 2021 to June 2022. Some localised access restrictions may apply. Find out more about this program at https://www.parks.vic.gov.au/projects/deer-and-feral-animal-control-in-response-to-bushfire 

    • Jacksons Crossing Camping Area (Snowy River Heritage River, Snowy River National Park)

      Varneys Track closed

      Access to Jacksons Crossing campground and day visitor area via Varneys Track is currently closed due to deteriorating road conditions caused by recent severe weather events.


    • Waratah Flat Campground (Snowy River National Park, Rodger River and Mountain Creek Natural Catchment Area)

      Waratah Flat Campground closure

      Waratah Flat campground is closed due to recent road improvement works on the Yalmy Road (section between Pinnak Road and Rising Sun Road). The campground is expected to re-open on October 30, 2021. Please note that access to Raymond Creek Falls and Jacksons Crossing have not been impacted by these works.

    • Snowy River National Park

      Snowy River National Park Visitor Guide

      Download the Snowy River National Park Visitor Guide for a map and more information about the park

    How we keep it special

    Parks and nature are an important part of improving and maintaining health for individuals and communities and Parks Victoria has a clear role to play in connecting people with parks. We are committed to delivering works on the ground across Victoria’s park network to protect and enhance park values and to ensure parks are healthy and resilient for current and future generations. This includes world class conservation projects and environmental programs, research, facilities and experiences across the estate. 

     

    Two hikers reach the summit of Mount Nelse at Bogong High Plains
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