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Northern Overnight Hikes
Most of the northern part of Wilsons Promontory is classified as a wilderness zone. In order to preserve the area’s natural values there are few facilities. If you don't want to stay overnight, there are short walks at Vereker Outlook, Prom Wildlife Walk, and Millers Landing.
There are five overnight hikers campsites on the northern wilderness:
- Barry Creek
- Lower Barry Creek
- Five Mile Beach
- Tin Mine Cove
- Johnny Souey Cove
These locations provide only a campsite with no facilities. A true wilderness experience!
The following conditions apply to these areas.
- Hikers must fill out a Hiker Self Assessment Form before a hiking permit is issued. Call 13 1963 for further information.
- Some track sections are marked with flagging tape however other sections are undefined therefore hikers must be proficient in navigation with a map and compass.
- Overnight camping is permitted for two consecutive nights only at each of the camp areas throughout the year.
- Maximum group size at any one campsite is six.
Things to do in the area
Darby River to Tongue Point
Commencing at the Darby River car park, a sandy track follows Darby River as it winds its way to the coast. The small exposed beach is embraced at each end by rocky headlands. Please stay on the beach and avoid climbing fragile sand dunes
Stockyard Campground
Stockyard Camp is a small grassy campground set in native bushland near the park entrance, 30km from Tidal River. There is no beach access from the campground but Whisky Bay is a short drive away.
How to get there
Northern Overnight Hikes
When you're there
Download the Wilsons Promontory National Park visitor guide for more information about the park and the plethora of experiences to be had within its borders.
Need to know
Northern Overnight Hikes
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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Wilsons Promontory National Park
Sealers Cove boardwalk is closed
The Sealers Cove boardwalk needs to be rebuilt, following major storm and flood damage.
This will be a major and complex project. It will replace two kilometres of boardwalk over sensitive terrain while sensitively managing the surrounding environment.
There is currently no public access to the boardwalk, and access to Sealers Cove is only possible via a 25km hike from Telegraph Saddle.
For more information, including expected timeframes for the rebuild, visit the Sealers Cove Boardwalk project page. -
Notices Affecting Multiple Sites
Stockyard Campground & Toilet Block Closed
Stockyard Campground and Toilet Block are closed until further notice.Tidal River Footbridge Closed
Tidal River Footbridge is closed due to safety concerns following an engineering assessment.Pillar Point and Tidal Overlook Walking Tracks can be accessed from Lilly Pilly Gully Carpark and Squeaky Beach.Apologies for any inconvenience.Lilly Pilly Gully Walking Track Closure
Parks Victoria are undertaking works to repair the Lilly Pilly Gully Boardwalk. Lilly Pilly Walking Track will be closed weekdays from 20th October to 14th November 2025. The loop track will be closed from Lilly Pilly carpark to the Mt Bishop Walking Track junction, the Mt Bishop walking track will remain open.Temporary toilets and showers on site at Tidal River Campground
West, Beach and Firebreak toilet blocks are being upgraded. Works will be completed in late December, ahead of the peak summer period.From 13 October to 19 December 2025, temporary amenities will be in place at Beach and Firebreak blocks. There will be fewer showers available than normal. Campers should shower outside of peak times to avoid delays.There will be no shower or toilet facilities at West Block during this time. Temporary facilities cannot be provided as there is no suitable location. The nearest toilets and showers to West Block are at Newcastle Block. See the attached map for more details.East, Newcastle, Tidal and Hill blocks remain open throughout this time. Hill Block will be renovated separately in early 2026.These renovations have been funded by the Victorian Government’s Victoria’s Great Outdoors program. Victoria’s Great Outdoors is a $106.6 million investment by the Victorian Government into better campgrounds, walking trails, 4WD tracks and visitor facilities across Victoria’s parks and state forests.Attachments: Tidal River-Toilet-Temp-Closures (1,574KB)
Invasive Species Control Programs 2025 - 2027
Wilsons Promontory National Park will be conducting invasive species control programs from 1 July 2025 – 30 June 2027. Introduced species such as deer, rabbits, foxes and feral cats are all major threats to nature.
By removing introduced hog deer and rabbits, we are reducing grazing pressure on the incredible variety of native plants and plant communities, including some that are nationally threatened. By targeting foxes and feral cats, we are reducing the threat of predation for native species such as the Southern Brown Bandicoot, Long-nosed Potoroo, Ground Parrot, New Holland Mouse, Eastern Pygmy Possum and the Hooded Plover.
All animal control programs are carried out under strict conditions, compliant with all relevant legislation, Codes of Practice and Standard Operating Procedures, designed to ensure safe, effective, and humane practices are implemented.
For further information, please visit Prom Sanctuary.