Refuge Cove to Little Waterloo Bay Walking Track (Southern Wilsons Promontory Remote and Natural Area, Wilsons Promontory National Park)

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    Refuge Cove to Little Waterloo Bay Walking Track (Southern Wilsons Promontory Remote and Natural Area, Wilsons Promontory National Park)

    The trail to Little Waterloo Bay leaves Refuge Cove Camping Area before steeply climbing around a rocky headland, through stringybark eucalypt forest. A short detour to Kersops Peak provides a good opportunity for a break before descending to North Waterloo Bay.
    Continue to southern end of the beach and follow the trail over the granite headland to Little Waterloo Bay. This Grade 4 trail has steep rocky sections and uneven surfaces and is 6.4km, 2 hours one way.
    For overnight stays, advanced bookings are required. Toilets and untreated water are available at Refuge Cove and Little Waterloo Bay Camping Areas. Treat or boil water before use.

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    Refuge Cove to Little Waterloo Bay Walking Track (Southern Wilsons Promontory Remote and Natural Area, Wilsons Promontory National Park)

    Refuge Cove to Little Waterloo Bay Walking Track (Southern Wilsons Promontory Remote and Natural Area, Wilsons Promontory National Park)

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    Refuge Cove to Little Waterloo Bay Walking Track (Southern Wilsons Promontory Remote and Natural Area, Wilsons Promontory 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 generators
    • No drones without a permit
    • Fees apply
    • No firearms allowed
    • No vehicles
    • No bicycles
    • No dogs, cats, pets allowed
    • No fires permitted
    • No horses

    Warnings

    • Terrain hazards
      • Slippery rocks
      • Uneven ground
    • Other warnings
      • Trees may fall take care
      • Limbs may fall take care
    • Water hazards
      • Rough Surf
    • Animals and pests
      • Beware European wasps

    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.

    Stockyard Campground Closed

    Stockyard Campground closed to campers. Bookings for camping at Tidal River can be made online.

    Park Closure - Sunday 13th August, 5pm to Friday 18th August, 8am 2023

    Wilsons Promontory National Park will be closed between 5pm Sunday 13th August and 8am Friday 18th August 2023 to undertake park management and conservation programs. 



    Closure - Little Oberon Bay walking track (Norman Point to Oberon Bay)

    Little Oberon Bay walking track is closed between Norman Point and Oberon Bay until further notice while track maintenance works are completed.  Oberon Bay Campsite is only accessible via Telegraph Saddle.

    Ground shooting operations targeting deer

    Ground control operations targeting deer will be undertaken in these Parks and Reserves from December 2022 to December 2023. These areas will remain open to visitors during operations.
     
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