Dog Rocks (Mount Alexander Regional Park)

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Dog Rocks (Mount Alexander Regional Park)

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Dog Rocks (Mount Alexander Regional Park)

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Dog Rocks (Mount Alexander Regional 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 allowed but must be on a leash

Restrictions

  • No motorbikes/trailbikes
  • No firearms allowed
  • No camping
  • No fires permitted

Warnings

  • Terrain hazards
    • Steep track
    • Uneven ground
    • Slippery rocks
  • Water hazards
    • Drop off
  • Other warnings
    • 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.

Fire-affected park - safety message

Mount Alexander Regional Park will re-open for visitors from Thursday 2 April 2026.
 
Leanganook Campground and the Liyanganyuk Gathering Place were not affected by the bushfire of January 2026 and are ready to welcome campers and picnickers. Joseph Young Drive and the TV antenna access road near Langs Lookout are open. Please drive with care.
 
However, most of the park was badly burned (see brown shaded area on attached map), and all walking tracks remain closed. For your own safety, do not enter burned areas. Whole trees and branches may fall at any time.
 
Refer to the attached map to see which areas are safe to explore and which to avoid. 

Attachments: Mount Alexander fire impact and detour map (2,037KB)

Safety Alert; Fire Pits

Some of the Leanganook campground fire pits have been tagged out following a statewide safety alert until further investigations are completed. 
Thankyou for your patience.

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