Karkarook Lake Circuit Trail (Karkarook Park)

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Karkarook Lake Circuit Trail (Karkarook Park)

Karkarook Lake Circuit Trail goes all the way around the lake. Its a shared trail for walkers, bikes, joggers and dogs on leads. It's a great walk to explore the park.

There are 2 small jetties along the trail - a good spot to drop a line and try your luck fishing. Bird watchers can enjoy many viewing opportunities.

Karkarook Lake Circuit is a 2km Grade 2 trail

How to get there

Karkarook Lake Circuit Trail (Karkarook Park)

Karkarook Lake Circuit Trail (Karkarook Park)

Facilities

Boat Ramp

Need to know

Karkarook Lake Circuit Trail (Karkarook 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 allowed but must be on a leash

Restrictions

  • No vehicles
  • No drones without a permit
  • No fires permitted
  • No horses
  • No camping
  • No firearms allowed
  • No motorised vehicles, including electric bikes or scooters allowed on management vehicle only paths, tracks or roads

Warnings

  • Water hazards
    • Deep water
  • Other warnings
    • Limbs may fall take care
  • Animals and pests
    • Snakes

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.

Blue Green Algae detected

Karkarook Park Lake has been temporarily closed for recreational use due to a detection of elevated Blue Green Algae.

It is recommended that no on water activities are undertaken until further notice.  It is also advised that fishing should, sailing, swimming and dogs be kept clear of the water.

We will endeavour to update you when these activities can recommence as soon as practicable. 

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