Glenelg River Canoe Trail - Georges Rest Canoe Camping Area to Bowds Canoe Camping Area (Lower Glenelg National Park, Glenelg River Heritage River)

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Glenelg River Canoe Trail - Georges Rest Canoe Camping Area to Bowds Canoe Camping Area (Lower Glenelg National Park, Glenelg River Heritage River)

Set off from Georges Rest Canoe Camping Area and drift down the Glenelg River to Bowds Canoe Camping Area. This section of the Lower Glenelg River Canoe Trail meanders through the northern reaches of the park and provides ample opportunity to spot native wildlife such as the Red-tailed Black Cockatoo.

How to get there

Glenelg River Canoe Trail - Georges Rest Canoe Camping Area to Bowds Canoe Camping Area (Lower Glenelg National Park, Glenelg River Heritage River)

Need to know

Glenelg River Canoe Trail - Georges Rest Canoe Camping Area to Bowds Canoe Camping Area (Lower Glenelg National Park, Glenelg River Heritage River)

Warnings & Restrictions

Dogs

Dogs are not allowed

Restrictions

  • Boating zones apply
  • Fees apply
  • No firearms allowed
  • No dogs allowed
  • No camping

Warnings

  • Water hazards
    • Flash flooding
    • Submerged obstacles
    • Deep water
    • Shallow water
    • Strong currents
  • Terrain hazards
    • Slippery surface
    • Slippery rocks

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.

Park closure - Extreme weather

This park will be closed on Friday 9 January due to the Catastrophic and Extreme Fire Danger across Victoria. Stay home and stay safe.
 
Stay up to date with warnings and incidents via VicEmergency: emergency.vic.gov.au

Heath Rd Lower Glenelg National Park Road and culvert works

Road and culvert replacement works will be undertaken on Heath Rd.
Works will take place along Heath Road between Inkpot Road and Cobboboonee Extension Road.
This section of road will be closed from Monday 5 January 2026 until Friday 9 January 2026.

Attachments: Heath Rd Culvert works Jan 2026 (1,149KB)

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