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

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

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.

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

Need to know

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

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 motorised vehicles, including electric bikes or scooters allowed on management vehicle only paths, tracks or roads
No firearms allowed
No dogs allowed
No fires permitted
No horses
No generators
No bicycles
No camping

Warnings

Animals and pests
Snakes

Ticks
Other warnings
Trees may fall take care

Limbs may fall take care
Terrain hazards
Slippery rocks

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.

Allan Head Jetty Closure

The Allan Head jetty is temporarily closed for public safety. Visitors are advised that the Allan Head day visitor area remains open, however access onto the jetty is restricted.

Tracks and areas closed in the Croajingolong National Park

The following areas are closed because of the 2019/2020 bushfires and coastal erosion caused by heavy rainfall. Parks Victoria continue to maintain surveillance and security of these areas as works continue to reinstate access.

· Point Hicks Lightstation

· Saros Track

· Sledge Track

The Wilderness Coast Walk is open all the way from Bemm River to Mallacoota. Staff have recently marked sections of the track however, combined flood and fire damage have made some areas more difficult to negotiate. Hikers must be able to self-navigate with a map and compass.

The following walking track is closed:

· Wingan Inlet Rapids Walk

The following jetties around Mallacoota are closed:

· Kingfish Point

. Goanna Bay

The following tracks remain closed due to storm damage

· Miners Track

Goanna Bay Jetty Closure

The Goanna Bay Jetty is temporarily closed for public safety. Visitors are advised that the Goanna Bay day visitor area remains open, however access onto the jetty is restricted.

Kingfish Point Jetty Closure

The Kingfish Point Jetty is closed for public safety. Visitors are advised that the Kingfish Point day visitor area remains open.

Planned aerial shooting operations targeting deer

Control operations (aerial shooting) targeting deer are planned for this area. During operations parts of the Park will be closed to visitors. More information on closures will be posted a minimum of 4 weeks prior to commencement.

Visitors are advised to check the Change of conditions listing prior to arrival for up to date information and maps.

For more information about deer control to protect biodiversity, please visit this link.

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 our Deer page.

Genoa Peak Road -4WD only

The Genoa Peak Road is open to 4WD vehicles only and is NOT advised for 2WD vehicles.

The road has had major flood damage resulting in wash outs and deep rutting.

Genoa Peak Walking Track remains open.

Sandy Point -Access Road temporary closure

Road access into the Sandy Point Day Visitor Area is temporarily closed due to storm damage. Visitors can still visit Sandy Point Day Visitor Area by boat.