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

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

Nestled among dry eucalypt forest, Simson Camping Area is a short distance from the township of Nelson. Nestled among dry eucalypt forest, Simson Camping Area is a short distance from the township of Nelson.

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

Need to know

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

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

Management vehicle only
No dogs allowed
Fees apply
No drones without a permit
No horses
No generators
No bicycles
No firearms allowed
No vehicles

Warnings

Animals and pests
Snakes
Other warnings
Trees may fall take care

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.

Pest Animal Control - Lower Glenelg National Park

The Department of Energy, Environment and Climate Action (DEECA), in partnership with Parks Victoria, will conduct a ground shooting program to control pest animals in remote areas of Lower Glenelg National Park from 7th of October to 18th of December 2026.

For your safety, please follow all warning signs, remain on designated tracks and comply with directions from DEECA and Parks Victoria staff while in the area.

Pest Animal Control - Lower Glenelg National Park

The Department of Energy, Environment and Climate Action (DEECA), in partnership with Parks Victoria, will conduct a ground shooting program to control pest animals in remote areas of Lower Glenelg National Park from 7th of October to 18th of December 2026.

For your safety, please follow all warning signs, remain on designated tracks and comply with directions from DEECA and Parks Victoria staff while in the area.