Elusive Lake Walk (Croajingolong National Park, Rame Head Remote and Natural Area)

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Elusive Lake Walk (Croajingolong National Park, Rame Head Remote and Natural Area)

Lake Elusive is a unique feature that stands out amongst a sea of tall forest. The Lake itself is the deepest dune blocked coastal freshwater lake in Victoria and is surrounded by white sands which are the result of deeply weathered granite.

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Elusive Lake Walk (Croajingolong National Park, Rame Head Remote and Natural Area)

Elusive Lake Walk (Croajingolong National Park, Rame Head Remote and Natural Area)

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Elusive Lake Walk (Croajingolong National Park, Rame Head Remote and Natural Area)

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 vehicles
  • Management vehicle only
  • No dogs allowed
  • No horses
  • No firearms allowed
  • No generators
  • No fires permitted

Warnings

  • Other warnings
    • Trees may fall take care
    • Limbs may fall take care
  • Animals and pests
    • Ticks
    • Snakes
    • Beware feral bees
  • Terrain hazards
    • Uneven ground
  • Water hazards
    • Shallow water
    • Deep water

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.

Point Hicks Road Closed

Point Hicks Road will closed at Fishermans Track intersection with a brief re-opening during the Christmas / New Years period.

Closed: Monday 14/10/24
Reopening: Saturday 21/12/24
Closed: Monday 06/01/25
Reopening: TBA approx August 2025


The closure is to ensure safety during construction of the Thurra Bridge.

While Point Hicks Road is closed no access is possible to Mueller Campground, Cicada and Everard Tracks during this time. Between 21/12/24 and 06/01/25 these areas will be open.

Peachtree Creek Campground and Clinton Rocks track remain open.

Planned aerial shooting operations targeting deer - Cape Conran Coastal Park & Croajingolong National Park

Parts of Cape Conran Coastal Park and Croajingolong National Park will be closed while aerial shooting operations targeting deer are undertaken.
 
Closures will apply during the following dates:
 
16-20 September 2024
9-13 December 2024
2-6 June 2025
 
Visitors are advised to check the Change of conditions listing prior to arrival for up to date information and maps or call 13 19 63.
 
For more information about the program please visit this link.

Attachments: Croajingolong NP and Cape Conran CP aerial operations informations map (2,519KB)

Cicada Track Closed

Cicada 4WD track will remain closed in 2024. 

The seasonally closed track was due to be opened on 31/10/24. Due to the closure of Pt Hicks Rd from Fishermans track for the Thurra Bridge works, the western end of Cicada track will be inaccessible. 

A reopening date for Pt Hicks Rd is not currently known, this notice will be updated when more information is available.

Tracks and areas closed in the Croajingolong National Park

The following six areas are closed because of the 2019/2020 bushfires and coastal erosion caused by ongoing heavy rainfall.  Visitors are unable to access the Point Hicks Lighthouse, Thurra River Campground, and nearby walking tracks. Parks Victoria continue to maintain surveillance and security of these areas. Please continue to monitor this site for updates and change of conditions. 
·      Point Hicks Lightstation
·      Thurra River Bridge
·      Thurra River Campground
·      Dunes Track
·      Saros Track
·      Sledge Track
 
The Wilderness Coast Walk is open all the way from Bemm River to Mallacoota. Staff have recently marked sections of the track however, combined flood and fire damage have made some areas more difficult to negotiate. Hikers must be able to self-navigate with a map and compass.
 
 
The following walking track is closed:
·      Wingan Inlet Rapids Walk
 
The following jetties around Mallacoota are closed:
·      Kingfish Point
.       Goanna Bay

The following tracks remain closed due to storm damage
·      Miners Track

Ongoing heavy rainfall has impacted areas of Croajingolong National Park and other areas of the state. Monitor this page for updated information and site closures

Shipwreck Creek Campground Toilets

Shipwreck Creek Campground currently has portable toilets in place, whilst Parks Victoria rebuilds new toilet facilities.

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.

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