Snowy River National Park

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    Snowy River National Park

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    Snowy River National Park

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    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.

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

      Waratah Flat Campground. Due to Hazardous tree issues Waratah Flat Campground is closed

      Waratah Flat Campground. Due to Hazardous tree issues Waratah Flat Campground is closed

    • Snowy River National Park

      Planned aerial shooting operations targeting deer – Snowy River NP

      Parts of the Park will be closed during these dates while aerial shooting operations targeting deer are undertaken.
       
      17-21 October 2022
      24-28 October 2022
      27-31 March 2023
      3-7 April 2023
       
      See attached map for details. 

      Attachments: Snowy River NP aerial shooting information (347KB)

      Temporary Track closures Snowy River NP

      A portion of the 4WD track network in the north-eastern Snowy River National Park is currently closed to visitors due to very poor track condition. 
      Tracks affected are Bowen Track (from Reeds track to Bowen Link track), Warm Corners Track, Clem Track, Boundary Track, (From Reeds to Warm Corners track), Warbisco Track, Bowen Link Track, Monkeytop Track, Waratah Flat Rd (from Rich Knob Track to Monkeytop Track),  Minchin Track and Sun Track.

      Attachments: Map - Snowy River NP Temporary Closures - 20230119 (395KB)

      Snowy River National Park - update 24 March 2023

      The following tracks and areas were impacted by severe storms and weather in late 2022. Park staff continue to assess and monitor conditions, and will commence work to repair damage as conditions allow. Some areas have recently reopened.
       
      Please continue to monitor this page for updated information.
       
      Boundary Track - closed
      Kangaroo Fire Trail - closed
      Garnets Track - open
      Varneys Track - open
      Hicks Track - open
      Hicks Camping Area - open
      Jacksons Crossing Camping Area - open
      Raymond Creek Falls Day Visitor and Camping areas - open to 2WD vehicles
      Moorsford Road - open to 2WD vehicles 

    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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