Glenelg River Canoe Trail - Lasletts Canoe Camping area to Nelson (Lower Glenelg National Park, Glenelg River Heritage River, Nelson Streamside Reserve)

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Glenelg River Canoe Trail - Lasletts Canoe Camping area to Nelson (Lower Glenelg National Park, Glenelg River Heritage River, Nelson Streamside Reserve)

The last section of the Glenelg River Canoe Trail is arguably the most scenic. Take in the beauty of the tracking limestone cliffs as you drift down the river and stop to explore the underground wonderland of Princess Margaret Rose Cave before ending your journey in the seaside town of Nelson. 

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Glenelg River Canoe Trail - Lasletts Canoe Camping area to Nelson (Lower Glenelg National Park, Glenelg River Heritage River, Nelson Streamside Reserve)

Need to know

Glenelg River Canoe Trail - Lasletts Canoe Camping area to Nelson (Lower Glenelg National Park, Glenelg River Heritage River, Nelson Streamside Reserve)

Warnings & Restrictions

Dogs

Dogs are not allowed

Restrictions

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

Warnings

  • Water hazards
    • Flash flooding
    • Deep water
    • Submerged obstacles
    • Strong currents
    • Shallow water
  • 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

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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