Shipwreck Creek to Seal Creek Walk (East Gippsland Coastal streams Natural Catchment Area, Croajingolong National Park, Sandpatch Wilderness Zone)

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Shipwreck Creek to Seal Creek Walk (East Gippsland Coastal streams Natural Catchment Area, Croajingolong National Park, Sandpatch Wilderness Zone)

From Shipwreck Creek to Seal Creek through coastal heathland with pockets of banksia woodlands, this walk is especially spectacular in spring and summer when the wildflowers are in show. Popular walk for campers staying at Shipwreck Creek Campground. Be sure to visit in spring and early summer to see a vast array of wildflowers.

How to get there

Shipwreck Creek to Seal Creek Walk (East Gippsland Coastal streams Natural Catchment Area, Croajingolong National Park, Sandpatch Wilderness Zone)

Need to know

Shipwreck Creek to Seal Creek Walk (East Gippsland Coastal streams Natural Catchment Area, Croajingolong National Park, Sandpatch Wilderness Zone)

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 firearms allowed
No vehicles
No bicycles
No horses
No dogs allowed

Warnings

Other warnings
Trees may fall take care

Limbs may fall take care
Animals and pests
Ticks

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.

Point Hicks Road Closure

Please be advised that Point Hicks Road is currently closed due to ongoing construction works. As a result, there is no access to the following campgrounds and accommodation:

Thurra River Campground
Mueller Campground
Point Hicks Lighthouse

Alternative Camping Options: While Point Hicks Road is closed, alternative camping sites are available at the following locations:

Wingan Inlet
Tamboon Inlet
Peachtree Creek Reserve

Hazard Trees in Wingan Inlet Campground

Heavy rainfall and gale force winds have damaged trees in Wingan Inlet Campground on July 2 2025.

Sites 10 and 11 are now closed due to a large hanger above the camp sites.

Dangerous areas have been cordoned off with hazard tape. To ensure your safety please do not enter these areas.

Cicada Trail Closed

Cicada Trail will remain closed in 2025.

Cicada Trail is a seasonally opened 4WD track, it will remain closed due to the closure of the Pt Hicks Road (from Fishermans Track) whilst the Thurra Bridge is being rebuilt.

A reopening date for both Cicada Trail and the Pt Hicks Rd will be advised.

Allan Head Jetty Closure

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

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.

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.

Shipwreck Creek Campground Access 4WD Only

Access into Shipwreck Creek Campground via Centre Track is temporarily recommended for 4WD vehicles only, due to a section of the road being wet and boggy. Rangers will monitor track conditions and work to resolve the issue as soon as possible.

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.