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Freshwater Lake Trail (Westgate Park)
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Freshwater Lake Trail (Westgate Park)
Need to know
Freshwater Lake Trail (Westgate 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
Restrictions
- No fishing
- No diving, swimming or wading
- No solid fuel fires permitted
- No generators without a permit
- No solid fuel portable BBQs
- No fires permitted
- No horses
- No camping
- No firearms allowed
- No drones without a permit
- No motorbikes/trailbikes
- No motorised vehicles, including electric bikes or scooters, allowed on paths, tracks or roads (management vehicles excepted)
- No interference with vegetation
- No cats and pets allowed
Warnings
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Animals and pests
- Snakes
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Water hazards
- Deep water
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.