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MacKenzies Flat Picnic Area (Lerderderg River Heritage River, Lerderderg State Park)
To ensure that you and your companions stay safe, always remember that the natural environment can be unpredictable. A bit of planning and foresight can make all the difference. Always follow directions from park rangers or park signs. If a park or site is closed, entering the area could endanger you and your companions. Keep to marked tracks and designated visitor areas, be aware of your own limitations and supervise children. Always remember that wildlife is just that – wild. If you encounter wildlife, don't approach the animal, keep your distance and ensure children also stay back.
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.
Follow our safety tips and check our changed conditions and closures information for a great visit.
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MacKenzies Flat Picnic Area (Lerderderg River Heritage River, Lerderderg State Park)
Need to know
MacKenzies Flat Picnic Area (Lerderderg River Heritage River, Lerderderg State 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
Restrictions
- No fires permitted
- No camping
- No dogs allowed
- No firearms allowed
Warnings
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Water hazards
- Strong currents
- Submerged obstacles
- Deep water
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Terrain hazards
- Unstable cliffs
- Deep hole
- Slippery rocks
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- Swimming not advised
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Other warnings
- Unpatrolled area
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Animals and pests
- Snakes
Be Prepared
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.
Bluegum Track and closure
Conservation Programs In Lerderderg State Park
Conservation programs will commence in Lerderderg State Park from the 14th-21st of May in various locations.
For public Safety Reasons areas within the park will be inaccessible during these dates. Signage will be placed at access points when conservation programs are occurring. For your own safety please observe the signage and do not enter any closed areas.
Closures will be in place 12 hours or more with restricted access to the following areas (A larger exclusion area may be enforced closer to the date impacting nearby tracks/roads)
