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Burnt Bridge (Lake Tyers State 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
- Speed restrictions apply
- No firearms allowed
- No dogs allowed
- No camping
Warnings
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Animals and pests
- Ticks
- Snakes
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Water hazards
- Shallow water
- Submerged obstacles
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Other warnings
- Limbs may fall take care
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.
Lonely Bay Walk, Toorloo Walk and Burnt Bridge Day Visitor Area are currently closed due to flooding
Lonely
Bay Walk, Toorloo Walk and Burnt Bridge Day Visitor Area are currently closed
due to flooding.
Lake
Tyers State Park is an iconic part of Victoria and an important focal point for
many visitors. With a large number of visits per year, it’s very popular for
outdoor activities such as camping, hiking, boating and walking.
Unfortunately,
sometimes we must close unsafe tracks, sites and infrastructure, we do so in
the interests of public safety and/or environmental protection, and to ensure
that no one gets hurt and environmental impacts are avoided and/or managed.
Before
visiting, Visitors should always check the Parks Victoria website for the
latest information about their destination.
LAKE TYERS HIGH WATER LEVELS
Water levels at Lake Tyers have remained high for some time, affecting access to some areas of the park.
The Lake will naturally open to the ocean when environmental conditions cause it to do so.
Artificial opening of estuaries can only be conducted in very specific conditions and must only be executed by Parks Victoria under advice from the East Gippsland Catchment Management Authority.
Artificial opening of estuaries can only be conducted in very specific conditions and must only be executed by Parks Victoria under advice from the East Gippsland Catchment Management Authority.
For information on natural and artificial estuary openings, along with specific information about Lake Tyers, please see the EGCMA website below:
EGCMA - Estuary Openings
Lake Tyers State Park - Glasshouse Campground closure
The
access road to the Glasshouse Campground in Lake Tyers State Park has been
under water for some months, rendering access to the area unsafe.
Once
the water subsides there will still be time required for the road surface to
dry out, before vehicles can use it.
Water
bollards are in place and signage has been posted. Damage to the environment by
bypassing the bollards is causing environmental damage. Campers who ignore the
road closure will be subject to enforcement notices from Authorised Officers.
The
safety of our visitors, staff and contractors is our top priority. We will not
hesitate to close an unsafe site or asset if it means protecting the health and
well being of visitors, staff and volunteers.
Unfortunately,
sometimes we must close unsafe sites and infrastructure, we do so in the
interests of public safety and/or environmental protection, and to ensure that
no one gets hurt and environmental impacts are avoided and/or managed.
Before
visiting, Visitors should always check the Parks Victoria website for the
latest information about their destination
Lake Tyers State Park - Marsdenia Rainforest Walk Closure
Marsdenia
Rainforest Walk is currently closed due to the need to upgrade bridges and
boardwalks which have been deemed unsafe.
Victorians
love getting into nature, and we want to ensure people can do so safely while
managing the park estate sustainably.
Unfortunately,
sometimes we must close unsafe sites and infrastructure, we do so in the
interests of public safety and/or environmental protection, and to ensure that
no one gets hurt and environmental impacts are avoided and/or managed.
Before
visiting, Visitors should always check the Parks Victoria website for the
latest information about their destination.
Track closures in Lake Tyers State Park
Lake
Tyers State Park is an iconic part of Victoria and an important focal point for
many visitors. With a large number of visits per year, it’s very popular for
outdoor activities such as camping, hiking, boating and walking.
Unfortunately,
sometimes we must close unsafe tracks, sites and infrastructure, we do so in
the interests of public safety and/or environmental protection, and to ensure
that no one gets hurt and environmental impacts are avoided and/or managed.
Gibbs
Track, Morass Break Track, Reedy Arm Number 1 and 2 and Happy Valley Track have
been closed due to the impact of severe weather.
Cherry
Tree Picnic Area, Cameron’s Arm No 1 and Trident Arm Campgrounds are currently
4WD access only.
Before
visiting, Visitors should always check the Parks Victoria website for the
latest information about their destination.
Ground shooting operations targeting deer
Control operations (ground shooting) targeting
deer are undertaken in this area. The
Park will remain open to visitors during operations.