Parks and reserves remain open while we manage the impacts of H5 bird flu.

If you see sick or dead birds or other wildlife, do not touch or approach them. Follow all signs and keep your distance from wildlife.

Visit Agriculture Victoria's website for more information.

Pine Gully Nature Trail (Warby-Ovens National Park)

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Pine Gully Nature Trail (Warby-Ovens National Park)

This self-guided 2km loop walk introduces visitors to the park’s natural values and is an excellent place to appreciate the wildflowers in spring. After sufficient rain, the Pine Gully Falls can be seen from the viewing platform.

There are picnic tables and toilets near the start of the walk. Grade 3, allow 1 hour.

Visitor Tips: the track is steep and rocky in places and can be slippery. Wear sturdy footwear and carry water, especially in hot weather.

How to get there

Pine Gully Nature Trail (Warby-Ovens National Park)

Pine Gully Nature Trail (Warby-Ovens National Park)

Need to know

Pine Gully Nature Trail (Warby-Ovens 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 camping
  • No bicycles
  • No firearms allowed
  • No vehicles
  • No dogs allowed
  • No fires permitted
  • No horses

Warnings

  • Animals and pests
    • Snakes
  • Other warnings
    • Trees may fall take care
    • 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.

Areas temporarily closed due to inundation

Due to forecast rain and current inundation, the following tracks within the Warby-Ovens National Park are temporarily closed. 
 
Hills Track, Wilsons Track, Boundary track, Frosts Crossing Track, Ovens Track, Nicklaus Track, Yellow Creek Track, Cameron's Track, South Track, McLaughlin's Track, Robinsons Bend Track and McQuade's Bend Track. Parks Victoria will monitor river heights & track conditions and reopen tracks once it is safe to do so.
 
Floodwater continues to impact access tracks, making them impassable to all vehicle types. 
Stay informed - monitor your local conditions and remain alert.
  • Parks Victoria has closed some park access gates due to the rising river levels. These closures are in place for your safety.
  • Do not drive through floodwater or around road closure signs.
  • Avoid walking through flooded areas.
  • Boating in floodwaters is dangerous due to debris, submerged trees and other hidden dangers. 
  • Stay up-to-date with any warnings issued by downloading the VicEmergency app and establishing a personal watch zone for your local area or the area you are travelling to. Updated forecasts are also available on the Bureau of Meteorology website at bom.gov.au.
  • Local flood guides are also available at ses.vic.gov.au to aid preparation

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.

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