Big Drift Walk (Wilsons Promontory National Park)

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Big Drift Walk (Wilsons Promontory National Park)

Just inside the entrance to Wilsons Prom, the Big Drift Walk is accessed from Stockyard Campground. Follow the management vehicle track along the park boundary to the northern flank of Big Drift. Scale the sand dune to find expansive views of the ever-changing dunes.

This short Grade 3 trail is 4km and 1.5 hours return. There is no beach access from Big Drift.

It is easy to get lost, so mark your path to return.

Carparking, toilets and untreated tank water are available at Stockyard Campground. Treat or boil water before use.

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Big Drift Walk (Wilsons Promontory National Park)

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Big Drift Walk (Wilsons Promontory 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.

Warnings & Restrictions

Dogs

Dogs are not allowed

Restrictions

No fires permitted
No horses
No dogs, cats, pets allowed
No camping
No vehicles
No generators
No firearms allowed
No bicycles

Warnings

None applicable

Be Prepared

Stay safe and get the most out of your park visit by preparing for natural hazards and other outdoor risks in Victoria’s parks. You are responsible for your own safety and the safety of those in your care. Find out more.

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.

Little Oberon Bay Walking Track (Norman Point to Oberon Bay) Closed

Little Oberon Walking Track is closed between Norman Point and Oberon Bay until further notice due to significant erosion to the track.

Oberon Bay Campsite is only accessible via Telegraph Saddle Walking Track until further notice.

Stockyard Campground Closed

Stockyard Campground closed to campers. The area remains for access to the Big Drift. Bookings for camping at Tidal River can be made online.

Planned deer control operations - Eastern Region

Planned deer control operations - Eastern Region

Deer control operations (ground and aerial) will be carried out across the following parks and reserves between October 2022 and June 2023.

Alpine National Park

Mount Bogong & Bogong High Plains
Dinner Plain/Dargo High Plains
Feathertop
Foothills and Southern Alps
Ingeegoodbee/Tingaringy

Buchan Caves Reserve
Cabbage Tree Creek Flora Reserve
Cape Conran Coastal Park
Coopracambra NP
Croajingolong NP
Errinundra NP
Lake Tyers State Park
Baw Baw NP
Mount Buffalo NP
Snowy River NP
Upper Murray - Wabba Wilderness, Burrowa Pine NP, Mt Mittamitite
Wilsons Prom NP

More information on temporary park closures for aerial shooting operations will be provided in the coming weeks

For more information on deer control to protect native species visit parks.vic.gov.au.