Great South West Walk - Mallee Camping Area (Discovery Bay Coastal Park)

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Great South West Walk - Mallee Camping Area (Discovery Bay Coastal Park)

Set back from the tall limestone cliffs of Cape Nelson State Park, take an overnight break at the Mallee Camping Area on your Great South West Walk journey.

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Great South West Walk - Mallee Camping Area (Discovery Bay Coastal Park)

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Great South West Walk - Mallee Camping Area (Discovery Bay Coastal 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 fires permitted
No horses
No dogs allowed
No bicycles
No drones without a permit
No firearms allowed
Fees apply
No generators

Warnings

None applicable

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.

Temporary track closures in Discovery Bay Coastal Park due to invasive animal control operation

An invasive animal control operation will be conducted in Discovery Bay Coastal Park during the hours of 6pm and 5am on Sunday 18 to Friday 23 May. Some areas of the park will be closed during this period to ensure a safe operation, with signage marking track closures. Campgrounds and visitor sites, including the Great South West Walk, will remain open.