Great South West Walk - Patterson Hikers Camping Area (Glenelg River Heritage River, Lower Glenelg National Park)

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Great South West Walk - Patterson Hikers Camping Area (Glenelg River Heritage River, Lower Glenelg National Park)

A quaint stopover on the Great South West Walk, Patterson Camping Area is nestled among tall eucalypt trees with views over the Glenelg River.

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Great South West Walk - Patterson Hikers Camping Area (Glenelg River Heritage River, Lower Glenelg National Park)

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Great South West Walk - Patterson Hikers 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 drones without a permit
Fees apply
No generators
No bicycles
No dogs allowed
No horses

Warnings

Water hazards
Submerged obstacles

Shallow water
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.

Glenelg River jetties underwater - Hazardous Conditions

The Glenelg River mouth is closed by a sand bank due to natural processes. The closed mouth is causing the water level in the Glenelg River to rise, resulting in some Jetties, Landings and Boat Ramps that are attached to campsites and visitor sites to become submerged.

Sites located in the Lower Glenelg National Park and sites near the river mouth/estuary area of Discovery Bay Coastal Park are impacted. Campsites are not currently impacted, only the waterway assets including jetties, landings, and boat ramps.

Partially submerged or submerged water based assets are hazardous to park users. Fluctuating water levels can cause silt and mud to accumulate on deck boards causing slippery conditions. Deck boards can become loose or dislodge when rising water puts pressure on jetties causing gaps and trip hazards that cannot be seen underwater.

Park users including water craft users are advised not to use partially or submerged jetties and landings for their safety.