Mt Sugarloaf Picnic Area (Kinglake National Park)

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Mt Sugarloaf Picnic Area (Kinglake National Park)

This picnic area is a great place to stop and admire the spectacular views towards Melbourne from the summit of Mt Sugarloaf. Located at the end of Mt Sugarloaf Road, it is accessible by car or on foot via the Mt Sugarloaf Ridge Walking Track.

No bins or drinking water are provided. Please bring your own drinking water and take all rubbish away for recycling or disposal. Please bring your own firewood or coals as firewood collection is prohibited in the Park.

Kinglake National Park is in the Central Fire District. Bushfire safety is a personal responsibility. Anyone entering parks and forests during the bushfire season needs to stay aware of forecast weather conditions. Check the Fire Danger Rating and for days of Total Fire Ban at emergency.vic.gov.au www.emergency.vic.gov.au, on the VicEmergency smartphone app or call the VicEmergency Hotline on 1800 226 226.

No fires may be lit on Total Fire Ban days.

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Mt Sugarloaf Picnic Area (Kinglake National Park)

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Mt Sugarloaf Picnic Area (Kinglake 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 firearms allowed
No dogs allowed
No camping
No fires permitted

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.

Masons Falls picnic area BBQs closed

Masons Falls BBQs are closed, the nearest BBQs are Jehosaphat Gully or Toorourrong Reservoir Park

The Gums campground Communal BBQ closed

The Gums campground communal BBQ is closed. Nearest alternative BBQ is Jehosaphat Gully.

Frank Thomson BBQs closed

BBQs at Frank Thomson Reserve are currently out of order, instead please use Jehosaphat Gully BBQs.

Frank Thomson Reserve BBQ closure

BBQs at Frank Thomson Reserve are out of service. Please use Jehosaphat Gully BBQs instead.

Frank Thomson Reserve BBQ closure

BBQs at Frank Thomson Reserve are out of service. Please use Jehosaphat Gully BBQs instead.

Ground shooting operations targeting deer

Control operations (ground shooting) targeting deer are undertaken in this area. The Park will remain open to visitors during operations.

For more information about deer control to protect biodiversity, please visit this link.

Masons Falls BBQs out of order

The Masons BBQs are out of order and will be out of order until further notice.