Golden Spring (Hepburn Regional Park)

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Golden Spring (Hepburn Regional Park)

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Golden Spring (Hepburn Regional Park)

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Golden Spring (Hepburn Regional 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 allowed but must be on a leash

Restrictions

No bicycles
No vehicles
No horses

Warnings

Terrain hazards
Steep track
Other warnings
Limbs may fall take care

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.

Blowhole walking tracks closed

The Blowhole carpark, viewing platform and lower viewing platform via the main staircase is open, however all other associated walking tracks are closed

Sailors Falls - walking loop closed

Sailors Falls - walking loop closed due to damage to bridges, walking tracks and landslips

Tipperary Springs Visitor area closed

Tipperary Springs Visitor node with all associated assets due to flood impact. Crews will assess and reopen when safe.

Bryces Flat walking trails closed

Bryces Flat is open, however only accessible via the western side of Bald Hill Road. All associated walking tracks are closed due to flood impact.

Track closures due to flood impact

Walking tracks on either side of Sailors Creek between Twin Bridges and The Blowhole

The Wombat Creek Bridge closed

The Wombat Creek Bridge - between Twin Bridges and Central Springs Reserve is closed due to flood impact

Bryces Flat walking trails closed

Bryces Flat picnic area is open. All associated walking tracks are closed due to flood impact.

Mine Tailings management

Tailings from former mining activities have been identified in bushland along Doctor Gully Rd in Hepburn. These tailings contain elevated levels of heavy metals which can be harmful to human health. Please follow the directions on signs in the area to avoid contact with these tailings. Parks Victoria and the Environment Protection Authority are working to identify and assess the extent of mine tailings along Doctors Gully Rd

Attachments: Hepburn Regional Park - Tailings (322KB)

Lalgambuk (Mount Franklin) works

Visitors and campers, please note Parks Victoria and Dja Dja Wurrung are completing weed control works surrounding the camping and day visitor area from 8 – 31 March. During this time, areas will be temporarily closed for your safety. Excessive noise is expected during business hours, we encourage you to plan your stay with this in mind. We apologise for any inconvenience this may cause, however look forward to providing an improved experience upon completion.