Parks and reserves remain open while we manage the impacts of H5 bird flu.

If you see sick or dead birds or other wildlife, do not touch or approach them. Follow all signs and keep your distance from wildlife.

Visit Agriculture Victoria's website for more information.

Great South West Walk - Simsons Camping Area to Lake Mombeong Camping Area (Discovery Bay Coastal Park, Nelson Streamside Reserve, Glenelg River Heritage River, Lower Glenelg National Park)

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Great South West Walk - Simsons Camping Area to Lake Mombeong Camping Area (Discovery Bay Coastal Park, Nelson Streamside Reserve, Glenelg River Heritage River, Lower Glenelg National Park)

Switch riverside views for wild ocean vistas along the Simson Camping Area to Lake Mombeong Camping Area section of the Great South West Walk. Take a civilised break at Nelson, a quaint town before following the long, lonely beach towards your next camp.  

How to get there

Great South West Walk - Simsons Camping Area to Lake Mombeong Camping Area (Discovery Bay Coastal Park, Nelson Streamside Reserve, Glenelg River Heritage River, Lower Glenelg National Park)

Great South West Walk - Simsons Camping Area to Lake Mombeong Camping Area (Discovery Bay Coastal Park, Nelson Streamside Reserve, Glenelg River Heritage River, Lower Glenelg National Park)

Need to know

Great South West Walk - Simsons Camping Area to Lake Mombeong Camping Area (Discovery Bay Coastal Park, Nelson Streamside Reserve, 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 dogs allowed
  • No drones without a permit
  • No camping
  • No fires permitted
  • No horses
  • No generators
  • No bicycles
  • No firearms allowed
  • Management vehicle only

Warnings

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

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.

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