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Wallaby Bay Walk (Lake Eildon National Park)
Follow the lake shore on this scenic, shady, gently undulating Grade 3 walk which starts at the Wallaby Bay carpark. Pause for a swim at Cooks Point (2.5km, 40 minutes one-way) or continue on to School Point (7km, 2 hours one-way) for a swim and a picnic before returning the same way.
On the way, stop at Merlo's Lookout for stunning views of the turquoise lake and forested hinterland. This walk can also be combined with the Keg Spur, Blowhard Spur or Devass Gully Tracks for a more challenging hike.
Visitor Tips: Ensure your car is locked and your valuables are out of sight. Carry sufficient water to stay hydrated. Phone signals are unreliable – walkers on longer hikes should consider carrying a radio or personal locator beacon.
On the way, stop at Merlo's Lookout for stunning views of the turquoise lake and forested hinterland. This walk can also be combined with the Keg Spur, Blowhard Spur or Devass Gully Tracks for a more challenging hike.
Visitor Tips: Ensure your car is locked and your valuables are out of sight. Carry sufficient water to stay hydrated. Phone signals are unreliable – walkers on longer hikes should consider carrying a radio or personal locator beacon.
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Wallaby Bay Walk (Lake Eildon National Park)
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Wallaby Bay Walk (Lake Eildon 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 bicycles
- No firearms allowed
- No dogs allowed
- No horses
Warnings
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Other warnings
- Trees may fall take care
- Limbs may fall take care
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Animals and pests
- Snakes
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.
Drinking water at Candlebark Campground
We are updating the water and wastewater infrastructure at the Fraser Block campgrounds to meet current environmental standards, so that visitors can continue to enjoy camping at Lake Eildon National Park for years to come.
What has changed?
Drinking water and tap water is not provided at Candlebark Campground, however barbecues, flushing toilets, showers, hand basins and hot water using untreated water are available.
What do I need to do?
Please ensure you bring enough drinking water for your stay. We recommend also bringing extra water for washing up, as water taps and hose connections are not available within the campgrounds.
Bookings are essential and can be made now at: www.bookings.parks.vic.gov.au/book
Where can I get more information?
For more information about the project, please visit the Lake Eildon National Park Campground updates project page. You can also reach out to the team by emailing info@parks.vic.gov.au or calling us on 13 1963.
Drinking water at Lakeside Campground
We are updating the water and wastewater infrastructure at the Fraser Block campgrounds to meet current environmental standards, so that visitors can continue to enjoy camping at Lake Eildon National Park for years to come.
What has changed?
Drinking water and tap water is not provided at Lakeside Campground, however flushing toilets and hand basins using untreated water are available.
What do I need to do?
Please ensure you bring enough drinking water for your stay. We recommend also bringing extra water for washing up, as water taps and hose connections are not available within the campgrounds.
Bookings are essential and can be made now at: www.bookings.parks.vic.gov.au/book
Where can I get more information?
For more information about the project, please visit the Lake Eildon National Park Campground updates project page. You can also reach out to the team by emailing info@parks.vic.gov.au or calling us on 13 1963.
Drinking water at Devil Cove Campground
We are updating the water and wastewater infrastructure at the Fraser Block campgrounds to meet current environmental standards, so that visitors can continue to enjoy camping at Lake Eildon National Park for years to come.
What has changed?
Drinking water and tap water is not provided at Devil Cove campground, however barbecues, flushing toilets, showers, hand basins and hot water using untreated water are available.
What do I need to do?
Please ensure you bring enough drinking water for your stay. We recommend also bringing extra water for washing up, as water taps and hose connections are not available within the campgrounds.
Bookings are essential and can be made now at: www.bookings.parks.vic.gov.au/book
Where can I get more information?
For more information about the project, please visit the Lake Eildon National Park Campground updates project page. You can also reach out to the team by emailing info@parks.vic.gov.au or calling us on 13 1963.
Jerusalem Creek Campground Roads - 4WD or high clearance AWD Recommended
Jerusalem Creek campground roads, and the main Jerusalem Creek Road between Day Visitor Area 1 and Campground 8 are currently in poor condition.
They are recommended for 4WD or high clearance AWD vehicles.