Glenelg River Canoe Trail - Moleside Canoe Camping Area (Lower Glenelg National Park, Glenelg River Heritage River)

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Glenelg River Canoe Trail - Moleside Canoe Camping Area (Lower Glenelg National Park, Glenelg River Heritage River)

Set on a flat, grassy area and surrounded by thick eucalypt forest, Moleside Canoe Camping Area provides the perfect grassy riverside camp spot for those paddling their way along the Glenelg River Canoe Trial. With good vehicle access, this is a popular spot to start or finish your canoe adventure.

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Glenelg River Canoe Trail - Moleside Canoe Camping Area (Lower Glenelg National Park, Glenelg River Heritage River)

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Glenelg River Canoe Trail - Moleside Canoe Camping Area (Lower Glenelg National Park, Glenelg River Heritage River)

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 firearms allowed
No vehicles
No drones without a permit
Fees apply
No generators
Boating zones apply
No dogs allowed
No horses

Warnings

Water hazards
Shallow water

Deep water
Other warnings
Trees may fall take care

Limbs may fall take care
Terrain hazards
Slippery surface
Animals and pests
Snakes

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.

Princess Margaret Rose Cave is currently closed to the public

Princess Margaret Rose Cave is currently closed to the public. Essential safety works including new cave lighting, painting the visitor centre and electrical systems are complete. Work is continuing to upgrade toilets and the wastewater system.

Due to the mouth of the river being blocked, some jetties and boat ramps may be under water.

The mouth of the Glenelg River has blocked and we are experiencing higher water levels than usual. Some jetties are currently under water and may be slippery. We recommend these facilities are not used if flooded as there may be boards missing due to the upward pressure of the rising water.

Some built assets may be temporarily closed, do not enter or use closed jetties or boat ramps for your safety