Ocean Beach Day Visitor Area (Glenelg River Heritage River, Discovery Bay Coastal Park)

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Ocean Beach Day Visitor Area (Glenelg River Heritage River, Discovery Bay Coastal Park)

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Ocean Beach Day Visitor Area (Glenelg River Heritage River, Discovery Bay Coastal 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 dogs allowed
No drones without a permit
No camping
No fires permitted
No horses
No generators
No bicycles
No motorised vehicles, including electric bikes or scooters allowed on management vehicle only paths, tracks or roads
No firearms allowed

Warnings

Water hazards
Strong currents

Shallow water

Rough Surf

Deep water
Terrain hazards
Unstable cliffs

Slippery rocks

Slippery surface
Animals and pests
Sharks

Snakes
Other warnings
Unpatrolled area

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.

Notification of Marine Algal Bloom

Algal blooms often occur naturally in the waters of Southwest Victoria and are typically of low risk to people, pets and wildlife.

Sometimes mistaken as oil or sewage, they can make the water look dark, discoloured or dirty; especially in shallow areas near the shore. You may also notice patches of stained sand where algae can wash up.

The most common species seen along this coastline is Noctiluca scintillans, although many types of algae can form blooms. While most blooms are harmless to people, some may cause skin irritation and illness, so it’s important to take care.

To keep yourself and your pets safe:

· Avoid touching water or sand that you think may be affected by an algal bloom.

· Avoid eating fish, shellfish, mussels or crayfish caught in areas where a bloom is present.

· Direct contact can occasionally cause rashes, itchiness, sore ears or nose, or stomach upset if swallowed.

· If you do come into contact with affected water, rinse skin, hair, clothing and wetsuits with clean water.

· Seek medical or veterinary advice if you have any health concerns.

For more information, visit the Environmental Protection Agency Victoria or the Department of Energy, Environment and Climate Action.