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Natural Features Reserve · VIC · Parks Victoria

Some areas closed

4 closures listed.

Parks Victoria lists closures of parts of this park, as of 1:17 pm Fri 2 Oct 2026 (Melbourne time). Read each notice to see what's affected.

We last read Parks Victoria's alerts at 1:17 pm Fri 2 Oct 2026 (Melbourne time). They last changed at 12:45 am Fri 2 Oct 2026 (Melbourne time).

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What's closed

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  • Barmah national park closed areas

    Parks Victoria · Partial closure

    Barmah national park closed areas

    Due to Flooding areas of Barmah National Park, Proposed Murray River Park and Tocumwal Regional Park have been closed for public safety and to avoid damage. Most tracks and visitor sites within these Parks have become inaccessible to motorised vehicles due to localised rain and flooding from rising river levels. The current closure effects all visitor sites and tracks displayed on the attached map with exception of those highlighted in Green and listed below which can be accessed by 4X4 vehicles, as some water crossings may be required: Open Areas, Barmah NP • Sand Ridge Track part (up to the Dharnya centre) • Lakes Camping area (North end only) • Waisers beach camp grounds 1,2+3 Ulupna Island • Carters beach camping area 1,2+3 • Labbets beach • Docters Beach • Point beach • Wide Beach • Long Beach • Brean’s beach • Forest beach • Reserve Track part (from entrance to The Junction camping area on Ulupna Island) • The Junction Camping area Ulupna Take care and monitor the situation • River Levels are still high and Additional areas may be closed or become inaccessible at any time. • we encourage community members to take extra care around rivers, creeks and lakes as water levels may rise quickly and without warning. We encourage those travelling to new or unfamiliar areas to exercise additional caution. • If camping never camp under trees or branches and avoid camping on low-lying land near creeks, rivers, streams, and other waterways. • If conditions outside appear dangerous over the coming days, please stay inside. If you are driving and conditions deteriorate, safely pull over away from drains, trees, low-lying areas and floodwater. • Stay up-to-date with any warnings issued by downloading the VicEmergency app and establishing a personal watch zone for your local area or the area you are travelling to. Updated forecasts are also available on the Bureau of Meteorology website at bom.gov.au. • Local flood guides are also available at ses.vic.gov.au to aid preparation. Attachments: access map BNP 17.09.26 (1,066KB)

    First seen by us at 8:10 am Thu 1 Oct 2026 (Melbourne time) (Parks Victoria doesn't give times). As of 1:17 pm Fri 2 Oct 2026 (Melbourne time). Read it on the Parks Victoria site.

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  • Belsar Island bridge closed due to minor flooding

    Parks Victoria · Partial closure

    Belsar Island bridge closed due to minor flooding

    Belsar Island bridge closed due to minor flooding

    First seen by us at 8:10 am Thu 1 Oct 2026 (Melbourne time) (Parks Victoria doesn't give times). As of 1:17 pm Fri 2 Oct 2026 (Melbourne time). Read it on the Parks Victoria site.

    Changes of conditions © Parks Victoria, licensed under CC BY 4.0

  • Karadoc Boat Ramp Closed

    Parks Victoria · Partial closure

    Karadoc Boat Ramp Closed

    Karadoc Boat Ramp will be temporarily closed from 31 August 2026 while Parks Victoria undertakes upgrade works to improve safety and access for boaters. The works will include reconstruction of the existing boat ramp. During construction: The Karadoc Boat Ramp will be closed to all vessel launching and retrieval. Access to the immediate construction area will be restricted. Alternative boat ramp access is available at: Red Cliffs Boat Ramp (downstream) Horseshoe Bend Boat Ramp (upstream) The closure will remain in place for the duration of the works. Parks Victoria apologises for any inconvenience and thanks visitors for their patience while these important upgrades are carried out.

    First seen by us at 8:10 am Thu 1 Oct 2026 (Melbourne time) (Parks Victoria doesn't give times). As of 1:17 pm Fri 2 Oct 2026 (Melbourne time). Read it on the Parks Victoria site.

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  • Karadoc Boat Ramp Closed

    Parks Victoria · Partial closure

    Karadoc Boat Ramp Closed

    Karadoc Boat Ramp will be temporarily closed from 31 August 2026 while Parks Victoria undertakes upgrade works to improve safety and access for boaters. The works will include reconstruction of the existing boat ramp. During construction: The Karadoc Boat Ramp will be closed to all vessel launching and retrieval. Access to the immediate construction area will be restricted. Alternative boat ramp access is available at: Red Cliffs Boat Ramp (downstream) Horseshoe Bend Boat Ramp (upstream) The closure will remain in place for the duration of the works. Parks Victoria apologises for any inconvenience and thanks visitors for their patience while these important upgrades are carried out.

    First seen by us at 8:10 am Thu 1 Oct 2026 (Melbourne time) (Parks Victoria doesn't give times). As of 1:17 pm Fri 2 Oct 2026 (Melbourne time). Read it on the Parks Victoria site.

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Other alerts (4)

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Cautions

  • No Drinking Water Available Beyond Quarantine Station · Parks Victoria

    Parks Victoria · Caution

    No Drinking Water Available Beyond Quarantine Station

    There is no drinking water available beyond the Quarantine Station. Visitors are advised to carry water with them when visiting other areas of the park such as Fort Nepean.

    First seen by us at 8:10 am Thu 1 Oct 2026 (Melbourne time) (Parks Victoria doesn't give times). As of 1:17 pm Fri 2 Oct 2026 (Melbourne time). Read it on the Parks Victoria site.

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Works and events

  • Construction Underway- Bidgee Lagoons and Wakool Creek · Parks Victoria

    Parks Victoria · Works or event

    Construction Underway- Bidgee Lagoons and Wakool Creek

    Construction Underway- Bidgee Lagoons and Wakool Creek Work is underway at various sites to improve access for visitors, park users, and emergency services, helping more people enjoy parks. Construction works will include upgrading ageing infrastructure to improve access and deliver beneficial environmental and conservation outcomes. Construction details Works commence: Tuesday 1st September Track closed: Tuesday 1st September to Saturday 31st October (no vehicle or pedestrian access) Closed areas include River Track, Bidgee Junction Track, Boundary Track Access during works Dispersed camping is available in Narrung with entry via Murray Valley Hwy (MVH) or Passage Camp with entry via Mills Lane off the MVH. Attachments: RFMF Signs_Repair_Works_Underway_BidgeeWakool (160KB)

    Dates given: “to Saturday 31st October”

    First seen by us at 8:10 am Thu 1 Oct 2026 (Melbourne time) (Parks Victoria doesn't give times). As of 1:17 pm Fri 2 Oct 2026 (Melbourne time). Read it on the Parks Victoria site.

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  • Gunbower National Park and River Murray Reserve access changes · Parks Victoria

    Parks Victoria · Works or event

    Gunbower National Park and River Murray Reserve access changes

    Recent rainfall and a high river event has resulted in some natural flooding inflows, along with environmental water delivery, impacting Gunbower National Park and the River Murray Reserve on Gunbower Island. Access to some areas may be restricted and 4WD vehicles are recommended due to slippery access roads. Please do not drive through flood water or around road closures. Key access tracks in Gunbower National Park affected include: Sections of River Track Wee Wee Rup Track Robertson Break Robertson Road Nursery Track Batemans Road Some track closures within Gunbower State Forest may also be implemented for safety reasons, impacting access to Gunbower National Park and the River Murray Reserve on Gunbower Island - please check the DEECA public access map for details.

    First seen by us at 8:10 am Thu 1 Oct 2026 (Melbourne time) (Parks Victoria doesn't give times). As of 1:17 pm Fri 2 Oct 2026 (Melbourne time). Read it on the Parks Victoria site.

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Other notices

  • Murray River Adventure Trail · Parks Victoria

    Parks Victoria · Notice

    Murray River Adventure Trail

    Stage One of the Murray River Adventure Trail proposes new canoe and kayak launches, pedestrian links and new facilities at key visitor sites from Barmah National Park to Koondrook. Stage One will pass through Echuca, Murray River Reserve, Gunbower National Park and Lower Goulburn National Park. Find out more about the project.

    First seen by us at 8:10 am Thu 1 Oct 2026 (Melbourne time) (Parks Victoria doesn't give times). As of 1:17 pm Fri 2 Oct 2026 (Melbourne time). Read it on the Parks Victoria site.

    Changes of conditions © Parks Victoria, licensed under CC BY 4.0