St Gwinear Day Visitor Area (Baw Baw National Park)

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St Gwinear Day Visitor Area (Baw Baw National Park)

Nestled high on the Baw Baw Plateau, the St Gwinear Day Visitor Area is your launching pad into the family-friendly slopes of Mount St Gwinear. Zoom down toboggan runs or explore snow gum-landscapes along cross-country trails. Visitors are advised to carry snow chains in the declared winter season. Toboggan hire regularly operates from the St Gwinear carpark during the snow season. Check winter snow conditions on Ski.com.au and when the snow melts and wildflowers bloom, switch the skis for hiking boots.

How to get there

St Gwinear Day Visitor Area (Baw Baw National Park)

Facilities

Toilets

Carpark

Need to know

St Gwinear Day Visitor Area (Baw Baw 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 horses
No firearms allowed
No dogs allowed
No camping
No fires permitted
No generators

Warnings

Terrain hazards
Slippery surface

Steep track
Other warnings
Limbs may fall take care

Vehicles

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.

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.