Fire-affected parks remain closed as others reopen.

Before you leave home, check for park closures and download the VicEmergency app.

Cope Hut Camping Area (Alpine National Park)

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Cope Hut Camping Area (Alpine National Park)

Cope Hut Camping Area is centred around the historic Cope Hut. Built in 1929 as a ski touring refuge in winter. Today it is still a refuge only to be used in emergencies and just 400m from the carpark on the Great Alpine Road. Please use the bookable camping platforms nearby or camp on the grassy plains areas among the snowgums for free.

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Cope Hut Camping Area (Alpine National Park)

Cope Hut Camping Area (Alpine National Park)

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Cope Hut Camping Area (Alpine 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 vehicles
  • No generators
  • No dogs allowed
  • Management vehicle only

Warnings

  • 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.

TRACK CLOSURE: Little Cobbler Track, Alpine National Park

Due to the poor condition of the Little Cobbler Track, it is closed.  The track has suffered significant impacts from multiple flood and storm events that has left deep ruts that are not trafficable, making use of the track unsafe.

There are multiple 4WD options for alternate routes between Lake Cobbler Road and Speculation Road areas.   Options include; 
  • via Cobbler Lake Track. Turn off Lake Cobbler Rd onto Cobbler Lake Track thru to Speculation Road.
  • via Wild Horse Gap Track. Turn off Lake Cobbler Rd onto Wild Horse Gap Track, turn onto Burnt Top Track and follow thru to Pineapple Flat. From Pineapple Flat take King Basin Road thru to Speculation Road.
  • via Basin Track. Turn off Upper Rose River Rd onto Basin Track, turn onto Burnt Top Track and follow thru to Pineapple Flat. From Pineapple Flat take King Basin Road thru to Speculation Road. 
Please contact Parks Victoria on 13 19 63 if you need further assistance with journey planning in this area to assist with navigating around this closure.

Cobberas, Ingeegoodbee and Macfarlane Flat Track closures.

The following tracks have been significantly damaged by storms and floods and are currently closed to motor vehicles to ensure public safety and environmental protection:
  • Cobberas Track
  • Macfarlane Flat Track
  • Ingeegoodbee Track
The tracks are likely to remain closed to motor vehicles until detailed site assessments have been completed. It is difficult to predict when planning approvals will be obtained to allow for repairs to commence. 
Before visiting, visitors should check the Parks Victoria website for the latest information about their destination.

Attachments: FAQs for Cobberas ingeegoodbee and mcfarlane tks (128KB)

Parts of Alpine National park closed - fire danger


Parts of Alpine National Park are closed due to fire activity in the area, including Dogmans Hut campground, Buckwong Creek campground and surrounds.

Avoid travelling to fire affected areas and parks.

Stay up to date with warnings and incidents via VicEmergency: emergency.vic.gov.au

The Alpine National Park is CLOSED north of Briagolong, east of Arbuckle Junction including Mount Howitt to Wabonga and south of Abbeyard, west of the Great Alpine Road and to the west of Dargo – due to the Dargo Wonnangatta complex fires in the area

Closed sites:
-          Wonnangatta Valley including the Icon Drive from all approaches into the Valley
-          Mount Howitt carpark, Gantner Hut and Mount Howitt Walking Track
-          Australian Alps Walking Track within the closure area
-          McMillans walking track
-          Bryces Gorge camping area
-          Wabonga Plateau and Howitt Plains
-          Buckwong Creek camping area
-          Dogmans Hut camping area
-          Moroka Road and Pinnacles Day visitor area, Horseyard Flat camping area, Mcfarlanes Saddle, Moroka Hut
-          Billy Goat Bluff Track
-          Eaglevale and Talbotville camping areas (Grant Historic Area)
-          Mount Sarah Natural Features and Scenic Reserve
Open areas
Open areas include:
-          Wellington Campsites on Tamboritha Road
-          Wellington River Trailhead to Lake Tali Karng
-          Thomastown Camping area, Kelly Hut, McMichaels Hut
-          Howqua Hills and the Mount Buller area
-          Alpine National Park beyond Hotham Heights to the north and to Omeo
-          Avon Wilderness Park
Stay informed
  • For updated information, visit the VicEmergency website, or call the hotline on 1800 226 226.
  • Download the VicEmergency app and know how to use it – create a watch zone for your home, work and loved ones to receive alerts within that watch zone.
  • Know your local emergency broadcaster and never rely on one source of emergency information.
  • Visit the CFA website for the latest information on Fire Danger Ratings.
  • Visit the BOM website to stay updated on weather forecasts and warnings.

Attachments: 20260115_0940_MAC 25_NPClosure_A0P_200k (12,862KB)

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.
 
For more information about deer control to protect biodiversity, please visit this link.

Planned aerial shooting operations targeting deer

Control operations (aerial shooting) targeting deer are planned for this area.  During operations parts of the Park will be closed to visitors. More information on closures will be posted a minimum of 4 weeks prior to commencement. 
 
Visitors are advised to check the Change of conditions listing prior to arrival for up to date information and maps.
 
For more information about deer control to protect biodiversity, please visit this link.

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