Jubilee Trail (Yarra Ranges National Park)

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Jubilee Trail (Yarra Ranges National Park)

Whether you’re a hiker, cross-country skier or trail runner, the Jubilee Trail proves a year-round delight. Accessible from Lake Mountain Alpine Resort via the Snowgum Trail, meander through the stunted snow gums found atop the mountain. 

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Jubilee Trail (Yarra Ranges National Park)

Jubilee Trail (Yarra Ranges National Park)

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Jubilee Trail (Yarra Ranges 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 firearms allowed
  • No vehicles
  • Restricted opening hours
  • No dogs 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.

Dom Dom Saddle Picnic Area - Toilet Closure

Dom Dom Saddle Picnic Area toilets are permanently closed and will be removed in their entirety at a later date.
The nearest toilets are at Fernshaw Picnic ground.

Partial walking track closure on Cumberland Circuit walk (South of Woods Point Road)

There is a partial closure in place on the Cumberland Circuit walk due to hazardous tree fall risk south of Woods Point Rd (see map attached) 

Attachments: Cambarville_A4_0412 (1,190KB)

Cambarville toilet block closed until further notice

Cambarville toilet block is closed until further notice due to water supply issues and structural problems 

Summit Loop Trail - Partial Closure - Lake Mountain Summit

The Summit Loop walking trail is partially closed at Lake Mountain until further notice.  

Attachments: Lake Mountain Summit Loop Partial Track Closure (562KB)

Restricted night time access due to Deer control Program at Mount Donna Buang and along the O'Shannassy Aqueduct trail

Parks Victoria will be undertaking deer control in the Yarra Ranges National Park on the southern fall of Mount Donna Buang. This program will be taking place between the hours of 5pm and 6am on a number of nights between the 1st of March and the 12th of June 2026. These control works are being undertaken by accredited and authorised contractors.
For reasons of public safety, various areas of the park will be inaccessible during the evening throughout this period. This includes the O’Shannassy Aqueduct trail and the Mount Victoria walking track. Signage onsite will provide specific dates control will take place. Please refer to the attached map for further information.
Signage will be in place at access points when control activities are occurring. For our own safety please observe the signage during this time and do not enter any closed areas.
For further information please call 131963

Attachments: Donna Deer Control zone map (652KB)

Areas of Yarra Ranges National Park closed for aerial deer control operations

Areas of Yarra Ranges National Park closed for aerial deer control operations

Parts of the Yarra Ranges National Park will be closed from 7:00 am until 6:00 pm daily on the following dates:
·      Monday 15 June 2026
·      Tuesday 16 June 2026
·      Wednesday 17 June 2026
·      Thursday 18 June 2026
·      Friday 19 June 2026
These closures are required for aerial shooting operations to control introduced deer species.
For public safety, do not enter these areas before or during operations. Warning signs will be displayed at all official entrance points to the control zones and at visitor sites while the program is underway.

Affected Areas & Closures

All campgrounds and visitor areas within the control zones will be closed while activities are active. Closed areas include:
·      Upper Yarra Reservoir Park – Picnic Area and Campground
·      Big Peninsula – The Goldfields Walk
·      O’Shannassy Aqueduct Trail (Partial closure) – Closed East of Cement Creek Road
·      O’Shannassy Weir Picnic Area
 

Why is this work being done?

Parks Victoria is responsible for conservation management to restore and protect park habitats, including the control of introduced plant and animal species.
This program aims to:
·      Protect native vegetation: Reduce damage to rare and threatened plant species.
·      Preserve waterways: Minimise deer impact on significant waterways and vegetation within the Upper Yarra and Armstrong catchments.
·      Improve road safety: Reduce the risk of motor vehicle accidents involving deer on surrounding roads.

More Information

For your own safety, please strictly observe all signage and do not enter any closed areas.
For further information or updates, please call Parks Victoria on 13 1963 or visit the Parks Victoria website.

Attachments: Armstrong Creek Aerial Shoot (1,094KB)

Big Peninsula access to tunnel entry viewing platform and Goldfields walk via Peninsula Rd temporarily closed during road works

Melbourne Water are repairing the crossing on Peninsula Rd. During this time, the walking track beyond the Big Peninsula maintenance vehicle gate will be inaccessible. Works are scheduled to start in early June 2026 and finish in late June or early July 2026.

Attachments: Big Pen culvert works (238KB)

Big Peninsula Stepping Stones permanently closed due to erosion

Due to instability caused by erosion, the Big Peninsula Stepping Stones are permanently closed for visitor safety. 

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