Sugarloaf Saddle Day Visitor Area (Cathedral Range State Park)

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Sugarloaf Saddle Day Visitor Area (Cathedral Range State Park)

Sugar Loaf Saddle is an ideal spot to stop for a family picnic in the shade of Messmate forest. Work up an appetite by walking up Sugarloaf Peak and see the Cathedral Range stretch away before you. Take the easy option of following the Canyon Track or challenge yourself and climb along the Wells Cave Track.

Rock climbers flock to the crags of Sugarloaf Saddle which offers opportunities for all levels of ability of climbing and bouldering enthusiasts. Please contact a licensed rock climbing guide for more information about routes and tours.

Overnight camping is prohibited.

No bins or drinking water are provided. Please take all rubbish away for recycling or disposal and bring all the drinking water you need for your stay. Water from the creeks is not safe to drink and should be chemically treated or boiled for 20 minutes.

Cathedral Range State Park is in the Central fire district. Bushfire safety is a personal responsibility. Anyone entering the park during the bushfire season needs to stay aware of forecast weather conditions. Check the Fire Danger Rating and for days of Total Fire Ban at emergency.vic.gov.au www.emergency.vic.gov.au, on the Vic Emergency App or call the Vic Emergency Hotline 1800 226 226.

On Catastrophic Fire Danger Rating days this park will be closed for public safety. Do not enter the Park. If you are already in the Park, leave the night before or as early as possible in the morning. No fires may be lit on Total Fire Ban days.

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Sugarloaf Saddle Day Visitor Area (Cathedral Range State Park)

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Sugarloaf Saddle Day Visitor Area (Cathedral Range State Park)

Warnings & Restrictions

Dogs

Dogs are not allowed

Restrictions

  • No camping
  • No firearms allowed
  • No dogs allowed
  • No horses
  • No fires permitted

Warnings

  • Terrain hazards
    • Steep track
  • Other warnings
    • Trees may fall take care
    • Vehicles
    • 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.

Little River Walking Track improvement works

Walking track maintenance and upgrades will be occurring on the northern end of Little River track between Neds Gully Campground and the intersection of Little River Track and Neds Gully Track. The Little River Walking track will remain open for walkers however some small delays may occur during the construction period.

During this time there may be some increased noise and foot traffic through the Neds Gully Camping Area between 8am -5pm.

Works will be taking place between 30/09/2025 - 17/10/2025. 

For further information please call the Parks Victoria Information Line on 13 1963.

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