West Cape (Cape Conran Coastal Park)

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West Cape (Cape Conran Coastal Park)

Launch a boat or kayak from West Cape on your next fishing, diving or snorkelling adventure. Explore the rich marine life of Beware Marine Sanctuary and Joiners Channel. Or, walk the Cape Conran Nature Trail for an introductory walk to the park.

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West Cape (Cape Conran Coastal Park)

West Cape (Cape Conran Coastal Park)

Need to know

West Cape (Cape Conran Coastal 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 allowed but must be on a leash

Restrictions

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

Warnings

  • Water hazards
    • Rough Surf
    • Strong currents
    • Shallow water
    • Submerged obstacles
    • Deep water
  • Terrain hazards
    • Slippery surface
    • Slippery rocks
  • Animals and pests
    • Ticks
    • 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.

Banksia Bluff Campground - Essential maintenance works

Booking availability will be limited at Banksia Bluff Campground from 1 May to 18 June 2025 whilst essential maintenance works are completed.

CAPE CONRAN COASTAL PARK ROOFED ACCOMMODATION

Parks Victoria is replacing and upgrading the lost accommodation to create enhanced accommodation options for visitors of diverse backgrounds and abilities at the park. For updates please visit the Project status page.


Planned aerial shooting operations targeting deer - Cape Conran Coastal Park & Croajingolong National Park

Parts of Cape Conran Coastal Park and Croajingolong National Park will be closed while aerial shooting operations targeting deer are undertaken.
 
Closures will apply during the following dates:
 
16-20 September 2024
9-13 December 2024
2-6 June 2025
 
Visitors are advised to check the Change of conditions listing prior to arrival for up to date information and maps or call 13 19 63.
 
For more information about the program please visit this link.

Attachments: Croajingolong NP and Cape Conran CP aerial operations informations map (2,519KB)

Dog friendly Parks

The wet and warmer weather has brought paralysis ticks out in record numbers. Paralysis ticks are known in Coastal and near by Coastal areas and rainforest gullies.
 
Keep your dog on lead in permitted parks
 
Dogs are permitted in many parks and reserves provided they are under control and on leads at all times. Visitors should keep their dog on-lead except in designated off-lead areas. Keeping your dog on a lead ensures you both have a safe park visit.
Poison baits may be laid to control foxes or other feral animals. Baits can be fatal to dogs.
Even if your dog is friendly, other dogs may not be.
Your dog can catch parasites (such as fleas and ticks) from wildlife.
Snake bites are a real risk in natural areas such as parks.
Wildlife such as kangaroos and koalas will defend themselves if threatened by a dog and can cause significant injury to or the death of your dog.
 
Dog-friendly code of conduct
Consider other park users and ensure that dogs are always kept under effective control.
Always carry a lead, even when in off-lead areas.
Bring a friend if you wish to walk with more than two dogs.
Ensure children are supervised whilst near dogs, as they are vulnerable to attack.
Ensure your dog’s identification, registration and vaccinations are up to date.
Minimise any disturbance to native fauna, including birdlife in the park.
Clean up after your dog and take all rubbish home.

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.

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