Great South West Walk - Battersby Camping Area to Pattersons Camping Area (Glenelg River Heritage River, Lower Glenelg National Park)

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Great South West Walk - Battersby Camping Area to Pattersons Camping Area (Glenelg River Heritage River, Lower Glenelg National Park)

The Battersby Camping Area to Patterson Camping Area section of the Great South West Walk follows the banks of the pristine Glenelg River. Take in the views of the Glenelg River as you trek through tall eucalypt and blackwood forest.

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Great South West Walk - Battersby Camping Area to Pattersons Camping Area (Glenelg River Heritage River, Lower Glenelg National Park)

Great South West Walk - Battersby Camping Area to Pattersons Camping Area (Glenelg River Heritage River, Lower Glenelg National Park)

Need to know

Great South West Walk - Battersby Camping Area to Pattersons 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

Dogs are not allowed

Restrictions

  • No firearms allowed
  • No horses
  • No drones without a permit
  • No bicycles
  • No generators
  • No vehicles
  • No dogs allowed
  • Fees apply
  • No camping

Warnings

  • Other warnings
    • Limbs may fall take care
  • Water hazards
    • Deep water
    • Shallow water

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.

Bushfire in Lower Glenelg National Park

Lightening caused ignition of a bushfire on Thursday 16th October 2025 in the Kentbruck Heath area of Lower Glenelg National Park.
Forest Fire Management Victoria, supported by Parks Victoria, are responding to and monitoring the bushfire.
For the latest information on the bushfire, visit www.emergency.vic.gov.au
 
Road and Track Closures:
·         Heath Road (between Inkpot Rd and Blacks Rd)
·         Inkpot Road (between Heath Rd and Kentbruck Rd)
·         Kentbruck Road (between Inkpot Rd and Normanby Track))
·         Skyline Road
·         Telegraph Track
·         Kentbruck Track
·         Kentbruck Track North
·         Bark Cutters Track
·         Normanby Track

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