West Beach Walk (Point Hicks Lighthouse Reserve)

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West Beach Walk (Point Hicks Lighthouse Reserve)

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West Beach Walk (Point Hicks Lighthouse Reserve)

West Beach Walk (Point Hicks Lighthouse Reserve)

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West Beach Walk (Point Hicks Lighthouse Reserve)

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 dogs allowed

Warnings

  • Water hazards
    • Rough Surf
    • Deep water
    • Strong currents

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.

Tracks and areas closed in the Croajingolong National Park

The following areas are closed because of the 2019/2020 bushfires and coastal erosion caused by heavy rainfall.  Visitors are unable to access the Point Hicks Lighthouse, Thurra River Campground, and nearby walking tracks. Parks Victoria continue to maintain surveillance and security of these areas as works continue to reinstate access.

·      Point Hicks Lightstation
·      Thurra River Campground
·      Dunes Track
·      Saros Track
·      Sledge Track

A temporary campground has been created Thurra River North.
 
The Wilderness Coast Walk is open all the way from Bemm River to Mallacoota. Staff have recently marked sections of the track however, combined flood and fire damage have made some areas more difficult to negotiate. Hikers must be able to self-navigate with a map and compass.
 
 
The following walking track is closed:
·      Wingan Inlet Rapids Walk
 
The following jetties around Mallacoota are closed:
·      Kingfish Point
.       Goanna Bay

The following tracks remain closed due to storm damage
·      Miners Track

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