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Crystal Brook Picnic Area Walk (Cardinia Reservoir Parks)
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Crystal Brook Picnic Area Walk (Cardinia Reservoir Parks)
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Crystal Brook Picnic Area Walk (Cardinia Reservoir Parks)
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
Restrictions
- No drones without a permit
- No fires permitted
- No horses
- No firearms allowed
- No vehicles
- Restricted opening hours
- No camping
- No motorbikes/trailbikes
Warnings
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Terrain hazards
- Steep track
- Uneven ground
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Animals and pests
- Kangaroos
- Beware European wasps
- Snakes
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Other warnings
- Trees may fall take care
- Limbs may fall take care
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Water hazards
- Dam
Be Prepared
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.
Poor Water Quality
Please consider this prior to touching the water and fishing in the lake.
If water quality testing for algae is above the guidance recommendations, Parks Victoria may look to formally close the lake until water quality has improved.