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Glenelg River Canoe Trail - Bowds Canoe Camping Area (Glenelg River Heritage River, Lower Glenelg National Park)
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Glenelg River Canoe Trail - Bowds Canoe Camping Area (Glenelg River Heritage River, Lower Glenelg National Park)
Need to know
Glenelg River Canoe Trail - Bowds Canoe Camping Area (Glenelg River Heritage River, Lower Glenelg 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
Restrictions
- No dogs allowed
- No generators
- No vehicles
- No drones without a permit
- Boating zones apply
- Fees apply
- No horses
- No firearms allowed
Warnings
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Water hazards
- Shallow water
- Deep water
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Animals and pests
- Snakes
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Other warnings
- Trees may fall take care
- Limbs may fall take care
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Terrain hazards
- Slippery surface
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.
Park closure - Extreme weather
Heath Rd Lower Glenelg National Park Road and culvert works
Attachments: Heath Rd Culvert works Jan 2026 (1,149KB)