Candlebark Nature Trail (Lake Eildon National Park)

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Candlebark Nature Trail (Lake Eildon National Park)

Follow this easy 2km Grade 3 circuit walk through candlebark forest and learn about Lake Eildon’s history and ecology. Spot kangaroos, wallabies, echidnas and the remnants of a once thriving gold mining industry. Allow one hour.

Visitor Tips: Take care when crossing the road from the carpark and ensure your vehicle is locked and valuables are left out of sight.

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Candlebark Nature Trail (Lake Eildon National Park)

Candlebark Nature Trail (Lake Eildon National Park)

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Candlebark Nature Trail (Lake Eildon 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 firearms allowed
  • No dogs allowed
  • No bicycles
  • No horses

Warnings

  • Animals and pests
    • Snakes
  • 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.

Candlebark Boat Ramp Closed

Candlebark Boat ramp is now closed due to dropping lake levels. 

Due to the lake level dropping below 62%, the Candlebark Boat Ramp in the Fraser Visitor Area of Lake Eildon National Park is no longer operational.

Please use the Main Ramp located off Lakeside Road.

Candlebark, Devil Cove, & Lakeside Campgrounds: No drinking water taps or campground taps provided

From November 2024, drinking water taps and campground taps are not provided at Candlebark Campground, Devil Cove Campground, or Lakeside Campground. Other facilities at these campgrounds remain the same as prior to November 2024.

What do I need to do? 
Please ensure you bring enough drinking water, cooking water, and washing-up water for your stay.
If you are planning a campfire, please bring a bucket to collect water from the lake for extinguishing it. Campfires can only be lit in the shared firepits on the foreshore.

Why has this changed?
We are updating the water and wastewater infrastructure at the Fraser Block campgrounds to meet current environmental standards, so that visitors can continue to enjoy camping at Lake Eildon National Park for years to come. 

Where can I get more information?   
For more information about the project, please visit the Lake Eildon National Park Campground updates project page. You can also reach out to the team by emailing info@parks.vic.gov.au or calling us on 13 1963. 

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