Gwinear trail (Baw Baw Plateau Remote and Natural Area, Baw Baw National Park)

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Gwinear trail (Baw Baw Plateau Remote and Natural Area, Baw Baw National Park)

Extending from the Main Trail, the Gwinear Trail meanders through wind-swept snowgum forest, past the peak of Mount St Gwinear and on to the Rock Shelter Camping Area. Take in the views over the snow-capped Baw Baw Plateau before skiing or snowshoeing back to base.

How to get there

Gwinear trail (Baw Baw Plateau Remote and Natural Area, Baw Baw National Park)

Need to know

Gwinear trail (Baw Baw Plateau Remote and Natural Area, Baw Baw National Park)

Warnings & Restrictions

Dogs

Dogs are not allowed

Restrictions

  • No bicycles
  • No vehicles
  • No fishing
  • No fires permitted
  • No horses
  • No dogs allowed
  • No motorised vehicles, including electric bikes or scooters allowed on management vehicle only paths, tracks or roads
  • No generators
  • No firearms allowed

Warnings

  • 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.

Walhalla tramway bridge closed

The Walhalla tramway bridge is closed due fire and flood damage. An alternative route for hikers is south, via the Walhalla Road Bridge across the Thomas River.

Beech Gully Closure

Beech Gully loop walk is closed due to:

  • Hazardous trees, limbs, and fallen timber
  • Significant damage to tracks and bridges
  • Unstable soils, landslips, and river crossing

Ground shooting operations targeting deer

Control operations (ground shooting) targeting deer are undertaken in this area.  The Park will remain open to visitors during operations.
 
For more information about deer control to protect biodiversity, please visit this link.

Advice to visitors

Please be advised that recent weather events have resulted in fallen trees and limbs in certain areas of the park. Operational staff will conduct safety assessments of tracks as conditions permit.

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