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Great South West Walk - Cut Out Camping Area to Cobboboonee Camping Area (Cobboboonee National Park)
The Cut Out Camping Area to Cobboboonee Camping Area section of the Great South West Walk traverses through the wild interior of Cobboboonee National Park. Rise through a patch of heath that provides a unique contrast to the tall eucalypt trees, especially when the heath flowers through winter and spring.
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Great South West Walk - Cut Out Camping Area to Cobboboonee Camping Area (Cobboboonee National Park)
Need to know
Great South West Walk - Cut Out Camping Area to Cobboboonee Camping Area (Cobboboonee 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 vehicles
- No generators
- No dogs allowed
- Management vehicle only
- No fires permitted
- No camping
- No firearms allowed
- No horses
- No bicycles
Warnings
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Terrain hazards
- Slippery surface
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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.
Closed - Surry Ridge Campground
Surry Ridge Campground in Cobboboonee National Park is closed due to lack of toilet facilities. Camping overnight is not permitted at Surry Ridge campground. The Surry Ridge picnic ground is available for day visitor use. The nearest available campgrounds in Cobboboonee National Park are Wrights Campground located on Wrights Swamp Road and Jackass Fern Gully Campground located on T & W Road. Both campgrounds are free to use and do not require booking.
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:
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Heath
Road (between Inkpot Rd and Blacks Rd)
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Inkpot
Road (between Heath Rd and Kentbruck Rd)
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Kentbruck
Road (between Inkpot Rd and Normanby Track))
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Skyline
Road
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Telegraph
Track
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Kentbruck
Track
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Kentbruck
Track North
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Bark
Cutters Track
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Normanby
Track
Advisory: Severe Weather Warning for West Region National Parks – Wednesday 22 October
Severe weather is forecast for Wednesday 22 October 2025, with significant risks for visitors in national parks across Victoria’s west. Those planning to visit or currently camping, walking, or hiking in these areas should exercise extreme caution, before, during and after a cyclogenesis event.
Key Warnings
Damaging Winds: Widespread wind gusts up to 90–100 km/h are expected in elevated terrain, increasing to 110 km/h across the southwest coast, with possible gusts up to 125 km/h in exposed locations. These winds pose a significant danger from falling branches and trees, particularly in forested areas and campgrounds.
Severe Thunderstorms: Localised severe thunderstorms are possible, bringing additional risks of strong gusts and sudden weather changes.
Significant Wave Heights: Beaches and coastal tracks may experience waves of 6–7 metres, creating hazardous conditions and increasing the risk of being swept off rocks or beaches.
Safety Advice for National Park Visitors
- Camping: Avoid camping under or near large trees or branches, which may fall in high winds.
- Hiking & Walking: Reconsider plans to walk on remote tracks or exposed beaches where wind or waves may create unsafe conditions.
- Be Prepared: Have a plan for early exit and know multiple routes out of the area. Stay informed via official channels.
- Call 000 in an emergency
- Reporting Issues: Report fallen trees, damage, or emergencies to Parks Victoria on 13 1963, but only when safe to do so.
- Stay up to date with weather warnings, and reconsider travel and outdoor activities in high-risk areas during this period.
- BoM Warnings
- Vic Emergency