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

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

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.

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

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

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Shipwreck Creek to Seal Creek Walk (Croajingolong National Park, Sandpatch Wilderness Zone, 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 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.

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.

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.

Thurra Bridge Closure

Thurra Bridge Closure
Please be advised that Thurra Bridge is currently closed due to ongoing construction works. As a result, there is no access to the following campgrounds and accommodation:
  • Thurra River Campground
  • Point Hicks Lighthouse
 
Alternative Camping Options: While Point Hicks Road is closed, alternative camping sites are available at the following locations:
  • Mueller Campground
  • Wingan Inlet Campground
  • Peachtree Creek Reserve

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.

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.

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.

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.

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