Information Bay River Track South (Hattah-Kulkyne National Park)

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Information Bay River Track South (Hattah-Kulkyne 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 horses
  • No dogs allowed
  • No firearms allowed

Warnings

    • None applicable

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.

Changing Access

Raak Track and Goosefoot Track are currently closed due to fire impacts.

From Monday 1st June to December 2026, essential environmental works will take place within the northern section of the park as part of the Victorian Murray Floodplain Restoration Project (VMFRP). During this time, visitors can expect increased heavy vehicle movement and temporary track closures. To ensure public safety, certain areas will be restricted during construction. We recommend checking this page frequently for real-time updates before planning your trip.
Please refer to the attached map for specific details. 

Please plan your visit around these closures and comply with local signs. 
Thank you for your patience.

Attachments: Hattah-Kulkyne access changes May-Dec 2026 (841KB)

Planned access changes: Hattah-Kulkyne VMFRP project

From 10 June to December 2026, essential environmental works will take place within the Hattah-Kulkyne park as part of the Victorian Murray Floodplain Restoration Project (VMFRP). During this time, visitors can expect increased heavy vehicle movement and temporary track closures.

Certain areas will be restricted during construction for public safety. Please refer to the detailed maps of the affected zones on our VMFRP project page. We recommend checking this page frequently for real-time updates before planning your trip to Hattah-Kulkyne.

Hattah Desert Race 2026 – check signage and access

Parks Victoria welcomes the running of the Hattah Desert Race 2026 and recognises its long history in 
the region and importance to the local community and visitors.

To ensure the event is conducted safely and with minimal impact on the Park and River Reserve, 
temporary access changes and conditions are in place across parts of Hattah-Kulkyne National Park 
before, during and after the event period.

Visitors are advised to:
  • Check for track closures and restricted access areas before travelling
  • Follow all event signage and directions from officials and rangers
  • Respect environmental protections, including staying on designated tracks
  • Take extra care due to increased traffic and activity in and around the park
  • Never leave a lit campfire unattended, if it’s cold to touch it’s safe to leave
Protecting the park’s unique landscapes, cultural heritage, and wildlife is a shared responsibility.

At last year’s event, 44 lit campfires were left unattended and 1 escaped, putting the park and community at risk.

Parks Victoria works closely with event organisers to ensure appropriate safeguards are in place and 
that the park is protected during the event.

If you are not attending the race, consider visiting other areas of the park outside the event zone during 
this time.

Attachments: Hattah Desert Race 2026 - PV-final (419KB)

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