Waterfalls Nature Walk (Mount Buangor State Park)

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Waterfalls Nature Walk (Mount Buangor State Park)

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Waterfalls Nature Walk (Mount Buangor State 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 dogs allowed
  • No firearms allowed
  • No fires permitted

Warnings

  • Water hazards
    • Drop off
  • Other warnings
    • Limbs may fall take care
  • Terrain hazards
    • Slippery rocks
    • Slippery surface
    • Steep track

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.

Full Park Closure - Mount Buangor State Park

Following a Bushfire in February 2024, the Mount Buangor State Park is currently closed to allow for stabilisation, recovery and rebuilding of visitor infrastructure. This includes Middle Creek, Ferntree and Bailes Camping Areas, all walking tracks and roads.

Other Parks in the wider area available for camping and walking include:
  •  Langi Ghiran State Park - East of Ararat 
  • Mount Beckworth Scenic Reserve - West of Clunes 
  • Kara Kara National Park - North of Avoca
  • Enfield State Park - South of Ballarat 
  • Creswick Regional Park - Creswick
  • Lake Bolac Lake Reserve - Lake Bolac

Areas of Mount Cole State Forest that were less affected by fire are now open also.

Mount Buangor State Park is closed through a set aside under the National Parks Regulations 2013. The purpose of this set aside is to restrict access and close Mount Buangor State Park to the public for the purposes of preserving, protecting and managing the park while the park recovery management occurs. 

Last updated 24/07/2024

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