Big Tree picnic area (Rodger River and Mountain Creek Natural Catchment Area, Snowy River National Park)

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Big Tree picnic area (Rodger River and Mountain Creek Natural Catchment Area, Snowy River National Park)

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Big Tree picnic area (Rodger River and Mountain Creek Natural Catchment Area, Snowy River National Park)

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Big Tree picnic area (Rodger River and Mountain Creek Natural Catchment Area, 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.

Warnings & Restrictions

Dogs

Dogs are not allowed

Restrictions

No fires permitted
No dogs, cats, pets allowed
No camping
No drones without a permit
No firearms allowed

Warnings

Other warnings
Trees may fall take care

Limbs may fall take care

Vehicles

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.

Seasonal road closures 2022

Some roads in this park are subject to seasonal road closures. Seasonal road closures generally operate from 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.

Flood impacts to tracks and visitor sites

Snowy River National Park was impacted by flooding in early April and some sites are currently closed. Monitor this page for updated site closures.

Assessments are ongoing and further areas may be closed at short notice or not accessible on arrival.

Snowy River National Park Visitor Guide

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

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.

Vegetation Management Works - Garnets Track, Mooresfords Track, Varneys Track and Waratah Flat Track

Parks Victoria has Engaged suitable contractors to undertake post fire regrowth reduction along the following tracks.

1. Garnets Track

2. Mooresfords Track

3. Varneys Track

4. Waratah Flat Track.

There will be traffic management in place and short delays.

Conractors will be working onsite from 7.00am to 5pm daily

Tree management works

Parks Victoria has engaged suitable qualified Arborists to undertake tree management works in Multiple locations across the Snowy River National Park.

Works will be completed at the follow sites from 13 June 2022 until 13 July 2022.

1. Raymond Creek Falls Camp Ground and walking track

2. Hicks Camp Ground

3. Jacksons Crossing Camp Ground.

Sites will remain open to the public, areas will be closed for works for short periods of times.

Visitors will experience increased noise while works are being completed.