Jells East Picnic Ground (Dandenong Valley Parklands)

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Jells East Picnic Ground (Dandenong Valley Parklands)

Bordering the Dandenong Creek Trail, the wide-open spaces of Jells East Picnic Ground are perfect for a day out with the family. Set up at one of the electric barbecues or picnic areas and take in the views over Jells Lake.

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Jells East Picnic Ground (Dandenong Valley Parklands)

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Jells East Picnic Ground (Dandenong Valley Parklands)

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

No generators
No firearms allowed
No camping

Warnings

Other warnings
Limbs may fall take care
Animals and pests
Beware European wasps

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.

Koomba Boardwalk Closure

Koomba Boardwalk will be closed until further notice

Jells Carpark partial closure

Due to planned tree safety works, the Jells loop carpark will have limited spaces while works are undertaken. The date of these works is subject to change within business hours, based on weather and contractor availability. The carpark will be progressively opened as sections are completed and expected to take up to two days.

Additional carparking can be found along the Jells Road Exit, Jells East Carpark, as well as Jells South carpark off Ferntree Gully Road.

Jells South - Electrical Upgrades

Electrical repair works are being conducted in Jells South.

As a result the BBQ's in Jells South will not be operational until further notice.

BBQ's in Jells East and North will not be affected.