If you see sick or dead birds or other wildlife, do not touch them. Avoid direct contact. Record what you see. Report it to the Emergency Animal Disease Hotline on 1800 675 888.

Visit Agriculture Victoria's website for more information.

Iraak Bend Camping Area (Karadoc Nature Conservation Reserve)

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Iraak Bend Camping Area (Karadoc Nature Conservation Reserve)

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Iraak Bend Camping Area (Karadoc Nature Conservation Reserve)

Iraak Bend Camping Area (Karadoc Nature Conservation Reserve)

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Iraak Bend Camping Area (Karadoc Nature Conservation Reserve)

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 allowed but must be on a leash

Restrictions

  • None applicable

Warnings

  • Other warnings
    • Limbs may fall take care
    • Trees may fall take care
  • Water hazards
    • Strong currents
    • Deep water
  • Animals and pests
    • Snakes
    • Beware feral bees

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.

Karadoc Boat Ramp Closed

Karadoc Boat Ramp will be temporarily closed from 31 August 2026 while Parks Victoria undertakes upgrade works to improve safety and access for boaters.

The works will include reconstruction of the existing boat ramp.

During construction:

The Karadoc Boat Ramp will be closed to all vessel launching and retrieval.
Access to the immediate construction area will be restricted.

Alternative boat ramp access is available at:

Red Cliffs Boat Ramp (downstream)
Horseshoe Bend Boat Ramp (upstream)

The closure will remain in place for the duration of the works.

Parks Victoria apologises for any inconvenience and thanks visitors for their patience while these important upgrades are carried out.

Karadoc Boat Ramp Closed

Karadoc Boat Ramp will be temporarily closed from 31 August 2026 while Parks Victoria undertakes upgrade works to improve safety and access for boaters.

The works will include reconstruction of the existing boat ramp.

During construction:

The Karadoc Boat Ramp will be closed to all vessel launching and retrieval.
Access to the immediate construction area will be restricted.

Alternative boat ramp access is available at:

Red Cliffs Boat Ramp (downstream)
Horseshoe Bend Boat Ramp (upstream)

The closure will remain in place for the duration of the works.

Parks Victoria apologises for any inconvenience and thanks visitors for their patience while these important upgrades are carried out.

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