Darby River to Tongue Point Walk (Wilsons Promontory National Park)

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Darby River to Tongue Point Walk (Wilsons Promontory National Park)

From Darby River Carpark gently climb an ancient sand dune for magnificent views of Darby River as it snakes through the deep valley towards the Vereker Range.

Continue over the saddle along a coastal headland of weathered granite. The spectacular granite tors are the main feature at the walks end where a semi-detached island is covered in boulders of all shapes.

For your safety, do not cross to the semi-detached island. A short detour will take you down to the secluded shores of Fairy Cove.

This Grade 4 trail is 3.8 km, 2 hours one way. Return using the same route or for a more challenging walk, organise a car shuffle and finish your journey at Darby Saddle (9.4 km, 4.5 hours).

Toilets are located in Darby River Carpark. Beware of unprotected cliffs.

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Darby River to Tongue Point Walk (Wilsons Promontory National Park)

Darby River to Tongue Point Walk (Wilsons Promontory National Park)

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Darby River to Tongue Point Walk (Wilsons Promontory 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 fishing
  • No vehicles
  • No horses
  • No dogs allowed
  • No camping
  • No bicycles
  • No fires permitted
  • No firearms allowed
  • No generators

Warnings

  • Terrain hazards
    • Uneven ground
    • Unstable cliffs
    • Steep track
    • Slippery rocks
  • Water hazards
    • Rough Surf

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.

Stockyard Toilet Block Closed

The Stockyard Toilet Block is closed until further notice. 

Aerial deer control operation October 23rd-27th 2023

The following tracks and visitor areas will be closed during the operation:
  • Northern overnight hike circuit
  • 5 Mile Beach 

Access to the following areas may be restricted at various times during the operation:
  • Big Drift
  • Stockyard Campground
  • Cotters Road, Cotters Lake and Cotters Beach
  • Vereker Outlook
  • Millers Landing
  • Boundary Track
  • Shallow Inlet via Hourigan Camp Lane
  • Yanakie Cemetery Walk

During the operation, visitors may hear gunshots and see a helicopter flying a low levels. Safety is of paramount importance and Parks Victoria will have an Operations Controller on-site to ensure visitor safety in addition to signage advising visitors of current closures. 

Ground shooting operations targeting deer

Ground control operations targeting deer will be undertaken in these Parks and Reserves from December 2022 to December 2023. These areas will remain open to visitors during operations.
 
Alpine National Park (Bogong High Plains, Mount Bogong, Dinner Plain, Dargo High Plains, Foothills and Southern Alps)
Buchan Caves Reserve
Burrowa-Pine Mountain
Cape Conran Coastal Park
Cape Liptrap Coastal Park
Cabbage Tree Creek Flora Reserve
Errinundra National Park
Lake Tyers State Park
Lakes National Park
Baw Baw National Park
Mount Buffalo National Park
Mount Mittamatite Regional Park
Mount Mitta Mitta Flora Reserve
Mount Lawson State Park
Mount Granya State Park
Mountain Creek Education Area
Pheasant Creek Flora Reserve
Wabba Wilderness Park
Wilsons Promontory National Park

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

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