Little Peninsula Picnic Area (Yarra Ranges National Park, Yarra River)

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    Little Peninsula Picnic Area (Yarra Ranges National Park, Yarra River)

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    Little Peninsula Picnic Area (Yarra Ranges National Park, Yarra River)

    Little Peninsula Picnic Area (Yarra Ranges National Park, Yarra River)

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    Little Peninsula Picnic Area (Yarra Ranges National Park, Yarra River)

    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 camping
    • No firearms allowed
    • No dogs, cats, pets allowed
    • No fires permitted

    Warnings

    • Other warnings
      • No mobile phone reception
      • Limbs may fall take care
    • Water hazards
      • Submerged obstacles
      • Flash flooding
      • Deep water

    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.

    Shallow waters - Herring Island Environmental Sculpture Park

    The Herring Island meander on the Yarra River has reduced water depth as a result of built up sediments.  Please ensure that you navigate this area with caution as certain sections have encroached into the main section of the river (near Como and Wesley Rowing landing).

    Further updates and changes to conditions will be provided as needed. 

    Lower Yarra River Maintenance Dredging Program- Dredging Campaign 2021/22

    The second year of dredging under the current four-year Maintenance Dredging Program will commence on 15 October and be completed 31 March. Dredging will occur at four sites between Botanic Gardens Landing and Burnley Harbour. See attached River User Update for more information and the current Notice to River Users for detailed information on safe navigation and exclusion zones related to the works. 

    Attachments: Edition 2 - River User Update Yarra Maintenance Dredging Program Sep 2021 (1,069KB)

    Two hikers reach the summit of Mount Nelse at Bogong High Plains
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