Shipwreck Creek to Pebbly Beach (East Gippsland Coastal streams Natural Catchment Area, Croajingolong National Park)

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Shipwreck Creek to Pebbly Beach (East Gippsland Coastal streams Natural Catchment Area, Croajingolong National Park)

Otherwise known as the "Old Coast Road" this walk takes you along the coastal cliff tops from Shipwreck Creek to Pebbly Beach (or vice versa) through Coastal Heathland and forests dominated by Banksia's and Eucalypts.

How to get there

Shipwreck Creek to Pebbly Beach (East Gippsland Coastal streams Natural Catchment Area, Croajingolong National Park)

Need to know

Shipwreck Creek to Pebbly Beach (East Gippsland Coastal streams Natural Catchment Area, Croajingolong 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 bicycles
No firearms allowed
No generators
No camping
No swimming
No dogs, cats, pets allowed
No fires permitted
No horses

Warnings

Animals and pests
Ticks

Snakes
Terrain hazards
Slippery rocks
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.

Thurra Campground

The Thurra campground is currently closed pending replacement of the Thurra River bridge and safety works in the campground. Reopening is taking longer than expected due to the scale and complexity of works. Thurra campground may be reopened for summer 2023-2024, however please continue to monitor this site for updates and change of conditions.

Areas of Croajingolong National Park Closed due to Fire Damage

The following areas of Croajingolong National Park remain closed:

Mallacoota Inlet Day Visitor Areas:

· Gravelly Point, including Jetty.

· Kingfisher Point, Including Jetty.

Other affected Sites and Facilties - Croajingolong:
· Wilderness Coast Walk (between Shipwreck Creek and Bemm River)

· Thurra River Campground

· Point Hicks Road (South of Bald Hills Track)

· Cicada Trail

· Wingan Inlet Rapids Walk

· Gale Hill Track

· Rame Head Track

The Parks Victoria Team apologise for the inconvenience and thank-you for your patience and understanding as recovery works progress.

Closures due to flood impacts

Croajingolong National Park was impacted by flooding in early April and several sites are currently closed. Monitor this page for updated site closures.

Mueller Campground Closed

Mueller Campground has been closed due to recent flood impacts on the Point Hicks Road.

Deer Control (ground shooting) operation underway

Deer control is being undertaken in this park from October 2021 to June 2022. Some localised access restrictions may apply. Find out more about this program.

Wingan Water Supply Trough

Campers are advised that the water supply trough at Wingan has been impacted by recent flooding. Campers should be self-sufficient in providing for their water needs for the duration of their visit and not rely on re-supply from the trough.

West Wingan Road 4WD Only

Following the recent floods in East Gippsland, the West Wingan Road is no longer suitable for 2WD vehicles.

Seasonal road closures 2022

Some roads in this park are subject to seasonal road closures. Seasonal road closures generally operate from after the long weekend in June through to the end of October, but may be extended due to seasonal conditions. Visit the seasonal road closures page for maps and more information.

West Wingan Road - Post flood Make Safe Works

Parks Victoria has engage two local contractors to undertake make safe works on the West Wingan Road. The contractors will be using heavy machinery on the road, traffic management signage will be in place and short delays can be expected.

Works are planned to commence on Monday 23rd May 2022 and be completed by Friday 27th May 2022.