Genoa Peak (Croajingolong National Park)

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Genoa Peak (Croajingolong National Park)

Genoa Peak Day Visitor Area is your launching pad for the scenic walk to the top of Genoa Peak. Enjoy a picnic or wood-fired barbecue before embarking on the walk where superb views await.

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Genoa Peak (Croajingolong National Park)

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Genoa Peak (Croajingolong 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 camping
No generators
No dogs allowed
No motorised vehicles, including electric bikes or scooters allowed on management vehicle only paths, tracks or roads
No firearms allowed
No horses
No fishing

Warnings

Animals and pests
Ticks
Other warnings
Trees may fall take care

Limbs may fall take care
Terrain hazards
Steep track

Uneven ground

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.

Allan Head Jetty Closure

The Allan Head Jetty is temporarily closed for public safety. Visitors are advised that the Allan Head picnic area remains open, however access onto the jetty is restricted.

Goanna Bay Jetty Closure

The Goanna Bay Jetty is temporarily closed for public safety. Visitors are advised that the Goanna Bay day visitor area remains open, however access onto the jetty is restricted.

Kingfish Point Jetty Closure

The Kingfish Point Jetty is closed for public safety. Visitors are advised that the Kingfish Point day visitor area remains open.

Tracks and areas closed in the Croajingolong National Park

The following areas are closed because of the 2019/2020 bushfires and coastal erosion caused by 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 as works continue to reinstate access.

· Point Hicks Lightstation

· Thurra River Campground

· Dunes Track

· Saros Track

· Sledge Track

A temporary campground has been created Thurra River North.

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

Flooding at Mueller Camp

Camp sites 4 to 8 at Mueller camp are flooded. The entrance to Mueller Inlet is currently closed and flooding will recede when the inlet opens naturally.

Rangers will continue to monitor water levels and reopen the site when safe.

Sites 1 to 3 remain open, but are walk in camps only.

Alternative camping is available at Peachtree creek and Thurra North camps.

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.

Planned aerial shooting operations targeting deer

Control operations (aerial shooting) targeting deer are planned for this area. During operations parts of the Park will be closed to visitors. More information on closures will be posted a minimum of 4 weeks prior to commencement.

Visitors are advised to check the Change of conditions listing prior to arrival for up to date information and maps.

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