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Herring Island Picnic Area (Herring Island)
The grassy Herring Island Picnic Area contains free electric barbecues and picnic shelters. Catch the punt across from Como Landing and enjoy a day out at the quaint picnic area and take a stroll around the Herring Island Sculpture Island.
How to get there
Herring Island Picnic Area (Herring Island)
Facilities
Need to know
Herring Island Picnic Area (Herring Island)
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
Restrictions
- No bicycles
- No dogs, cats, pets allowed
- Not yet assessed
Warnings
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Terrain hazards
- Slippery surface
- Uneven ground
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Other warnings
- Trees may fall take care
- Limbs may fall take care
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Water hazards
- Deep water
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Animals and pests
- Snakes
Be Prepared
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.
Free Punt service to Herring Island Environmental Sculpture Park
- snakes are present on
the island, please keep a watch out.
- the paths are uneven
gravel surfaces, some with swale drains which can make it difficult to
traverse.
- Please take your rubbish
home with you.
- Environmental sculptures
- Birdwatching
- Picnic and BBQ