R.J. Hamer Arboretum (RJ Hamer Arboretum)

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R.J. Hamer Arboretum (RJ Hamer Arboretum)

Warnings & Restrictions

Dogs

Dogs are allowed but must be on a leash

Restrictions

  • Management vehicle only
  • No fires permitted
  • No camping

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.

Dandenong Ranges National Park and Gardens Closed due to Extreme Bushfire Risk

In accordance with Parks Victoria's Emergency Management Plan, the following properties will be closed for public safety due to an Extreme bushfire danger rating in the BoM Central forecast district on Wednesday 4th February 2026. 
Dandenong Ranges National Park, including:  
  • Ferntree Gully Picnic Ground 
  •   1,000 Steps - Kokoda Memorial Walk 
  •   One Tree Hill Picnic Ground 
  •   Sherbrooke Picnic Ground   
  •   Grants Picnic Ground 
  •   Doongalla Homestead Picnic Ground 
  •   Olinda Falls Picnic Ground 
  •   Valley Picnic Ground 
  •   Burkes Lookout 
  •   O’Donohue Picnic Ground; 
and 
  •   Kalorama Park 
  •   Sassafras Creek Nature Conservation Reserve 
  •   Singleton Reserve 
  •   Perrins Creek Reserve 
  •   Black Hill Reserve and 
  •   Silvan Reservoir Park.   
 
Dandenong Ranges Gardens, including:  
  •   Dandenong Ranges Botanic Garden (formerly National Rhododendron Garden) 
  •   William Ricketts Sanctuary,  
  •   Alfred Nicholas Memorial Garden,  
  •   George Tindale Memorial Garden,  
  •   Pirianda Garden 
  •   R.J. Hamer Arboretum 
  •   Mt Dandenong Arboretum;  
and  
  •   Olinda Golf Course Reserve (Olinda Precinct, Playspace and Olinda Green).

R.J. Hamer Arboretum Visitor Guide & Map

Please find attached the current R.J. Hamer Arboretum Visitor Guide & park map:

Attachments: Park-note-RJ-Hamer-Arboretum (222KB)

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