Main Regional Trail (Maribyrnong Valley Parklands (COM), Maribyrnong River, Maribyrnong Valley Parklands)

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Main Regional Trail (Maribyrnong Valley Parklands (COM), Maribyrnong River, Maribyrnong Valley Parklands)

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Main Regional Trail (Maribyrnong Valley Parklands (COM), Maribyrnong River, Maribyrnong Valley Parklands)

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Main Regional Trail (Maribyrnong Valley Parklands (COM), Maribyrnong River, Maribyrnong 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 fires permitted
No camping
No firearms allowed
No vehicles

Warnings

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.

Maribyrnong River Trail Closures

Maribyrnong Valley Parklands Brimbank Park

Parts of the Maribyrnong River Trail have been closed due to flood damage. From Brimbank Park Car Park C picnic area to Solomon’s Ford (Canning St) the track is closed due to landslips, damaged tracks, hazardous trees, and exposure to hazardous materials. There is no access to the Maribyrnong River Trail between Car Park picnic area and Canning St.

Maribyrnong River Trail Closures

Maribyrnong Valley Parklands Brimbank Park

Parts of the Maribyrnong River Trail have been closed due to flood damage. From Brimbank Park Car Park C picnic area to Solomon’s Ford (Canning St) the track is closed due to landslips, damaged tracks, potential hazardous trees, and exposure to hazardous materials. There is no access to the Maribyrnong River Trail between Car Park picnic area and Canning St.

Maribyrnong River Trail Closures

Lower Maribyrnong River land Main Regional Trail - Maribyrnong River Trail partial closure

Parts of the Maribyrnong River Trail have been closed due to flood damage. From Solomon’s Ford (Canning St) to Brimbank Carpark C picnic area the track is closed due to landslips, damaged tracks, hazardous trees, and exposure to hazardous materials. There is no access to the Maribyrnong River Trail between Canning St and Brimbank Park.

Anglers Tavern Landing and Footscray Landing are closed

Anglers Tavern Landing and Footscray Landing are closed due to flood damage.

The Maribyrnong River Trail and surrounding parkland is closed

The Maribyrnong River Trail and surrounding parkland between the trestle bridge and Canning Street is closed due to flood damage included unsafe trails, landslips and hazardous trees until further notice.

Green Gully Remediation Works

Over coming months there will be works within Brimbank Park to remediate areas where asbestos containing material was observed. This includes a combination of permanent fencing, pest management, asbestos removal and revegetation. There may be localised closures or diversion in place during these works, please observe all signs and direction from Parks Victoria staff.

Burndap Lake public landing

Locals and visitors will benefit from easier access to the river through this project and the Maribyrnong River Boat Ramp project, which together will help revitalise this waterside precinct. The public floating pontoon facility, to be located in place of the former privately managed Edgewater Marina, will be able to accommodate multiple short-term berths and feature a lower-level platform suitable for paddle craft. Find out more about the project.

Notice to River Users 22 March 2023

As Waterway Manager under the Marine Safety Act 2010 Parks Victoria wishes to advise these waterway closures and activities (PDF) on the Yarra River, Maribyrnong River and Victoria Harbour.

Attachments: NTRU March 22 (865KB)