Yarra River - Princes Bridge to Swan St Bridge (Princes Warf, Yarra River)

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Yarra River - Princes Bridge to Swan St Bridge (Princes Warf, Yarra River)

The Princess Bridge to Swan St Bridge section of the Yarra River embraces the open spaces of Birrarung Marr, the historic boatsheds along Boathouse Drive and beautiful Alexandra Gardens. Cycle or walk along the Capital City Trail to experience the Yarra from land or launch a canoe or kayak and paddle along the river.

How to get there

Yarra River - Princes Bridge to Swan St Bridge (Princes Warf, Yarra River)

Facilities

Boat Ramp

Need to know

Yarra River - Princes Bridge to Swan St Bridge (Princes Warf, Yarra River)

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 swimming
Boating zones apply

Warnings

Terrain hazards
Slippery surface

Uneven ground
Water hazards
Flash flooding

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.

Banana Alley Wharf- closed to all berthing

From 26 April 2022, Banana Alley timber wharf will be closed to ALL berthing. Essential commercial pick up/drop off will no longer be permitted. The timber wharf will be closed to all berthing ongoing. The wharf is undergoing construction activities and pedestrian access is restricted to authorised personnel only. Once works are completed, pedestrian access will be given to the landing.

Further updates and changes to conditions will be provided as needed.

Herring Island Southern Landing - closed

Herring Island Southern landing is closed to berthing and pedestrian access for repair works.

Shallow waters - Herring Island Environmental Sculpture Park

The Herring Island meander on the Yarra River has reduced water depth as a result of built up sediments. Please ensure that you navigate this area with caution as certain sections have encroached into the main section of the river (near Como and Wesley Rowing landing).

Further updates and changes to conditions will be provided as needed.

Lower Yarra River Maintenance Dredging - CBD and Docklands - March to October 2022

Maintenance dredging is conducted in the Lower Yarra River as part a dedicated four-year dredging program to ensure safe boating access. The third phase of the program is currently being undertaken and targets sites in the CBD and Docklands area. The campaign is scheduled to be completed end of October 2022.

See attached River User Update for more information and the current Notice to River Users for detailed information on safe navigation and exclusion zones related to the works.

Attachments: Edition 4_River User Update Yarra Maintenance Dredging Program_ June 2022 (892KB)

Restricted access Victorian Rowing Association (VRA) Landing due to dredging

Dredging will take place at the VRA Landing and the areas immediately upstream and downstream of the landing in June -August 2022. The dredging will improve safe access and navigability. During the works, sections of the VRA Landing will be closed and an exclusion zone will be active on the river.

Please see attached document for further information on how access to the VRA landing will be restricted.

Attachments: InfoSheet_VRA_Maintenance Dredging Works_June 2022 (710KB)