Yellow Gum Recreation Area (Plenty Gorge Parklands)

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Yellow Gum Recreation Area (Plenty Gorge Parklands)

Enjoy bird and wildlife watching, bushwalking, picnicking and barbecuing in the natural surrounds. As the sun sets, take a moment to admire the pink hues of the cliffs rising above the lake.
Blue-green algae is present in Blue Lake. Swimming and fishing is not advised in this area. Please refer to the Department of Health's information on blue-green algae at www.health.vic.gov.au

This area is closed on severe weather warning days and days of extreme fire danger and above. Yellow Gum Recreation Area is in the Central fire district. Bush fire safety is a personal responsibility. For up-to-date information on bushfires in Victoria call the VicEmergency Hotline on 1800 226 226, download the VicEmergency app, or visit www.emergency.vic.gov.au. Dial 000 for police, fire and ambulance. If your network has no signal dial 112 to access any available network.

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Yellow Gum Recreation Area (Plenty Gorge Parklands)

Yellow Gum Recreation Area (Plenty Gorge Parklands)

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Yellow Gum Recreation Area (Plenty Gorge Parklands)

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 motorised vehicles, including electric bikes or scooters allowed on management vehicle only paths, tracks or roads
  • No firearms allowed
  • No dogs allowed
  • No drones without a permit
  • No camping
  • No fires permitted
  • No horses

Warnings

  • Terrain hazards
    • Cliff collapse
    • Unstable cliffs
  • Animals and pests
    • Snakes
  • Water hazards
    • Drop off
    • Deep water
    • Submerged obstacles
  • Other warnings
    • Unpatrolled area

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.

Red Gum toilets closed and playground removed

The Red Gum Carpark toilet block is now permanently closed, due to recent vandalism. The playground has also been removed.
A new nature playground is underway at Hawkstowe Park.

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