Fire or planned burnAffecting access or use
Areas Closed - Planned Burn Preparations
Planned burn preparation works are scheduled in the Dandenong Ranges National Park which will result in the Olinda – VW Track fuel treatment area and tracks within the area being closed from the time works commence until their completion. Impacted Tracks include Barges track, Bartlett Track, Tchans track, VW tracck. Works are scheduled to commence from early October and are subject to favourable weather. Check the status of current planned burns at https://plannedburns.ffm.vic.gov.au Attachments: VW Track SA (2,487KB)
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Areas of Dandenong Ranges National Park closed for night deer control operations
Parks Victoria will be continuing deer control operations within Dandenong Ranges National Park from 16 August to 19 November 2026. These works will be conducted on selected nights between 4:00 pm and 7:00 am by accredited and authorised contractors. To ensure public safety, some areas of the park will be temporarily closed and inaccessible during control operations. Signage will be displayed at park access points where control activities are taking place. For your safety, please read all signage and do not enter closed areas. For further information, please contact Parks Victoria on 13 1963. Attachments: DRNP control sites 26-27 (2) (787KB)
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Margaret Lester Forest Walk Condition Update
The Margaret Lester Walk at Grants Picnic Ground has historically provided visitors with an accessible forest experience through the Dandenong Ranges National Park. Due to the age and condition of the trail surface and associated infrastructure, the walk no longer meets the expected standard of an all abilities trail. Visitors may encounter uneven surfaces, drainage issues and sections of trail that may be difficult for some users to safely navigate. Planning work has been undertaken for a future upgrade of the trail, however delivery timeframes are still being confirmed. Until improvement works are completed, visitors are encouraged to assess whether the current trail conditions are suitable for their individual needs and abilities. Parks Victoria acknowledges the importance of accessible visitor experiences and appreciates the community’s patience while future options for the Margaret Lester Walk are progressed.
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Olinda/ Silvan Area- Georges Track pedestrian access only
Due to unstable ground from a damaged underground culvert, temporary fences have been installed at Georges Track and Herman Track intersection prohibiting vehicle access.This portion of the track is pedestrian use and horse riding only. Parks Victoria and DEECA are working to fix this issue to reinstate full access.
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Temporary Closure of Grants Picnic Ground Cafe
Grants Picnic Ground Café is temporarily closed while Parks Victoria works through an Expression of Interest process to secure a long-term and appropriate lease for the site. In the meantime, a mobile coffee van will be operating on-site from Tuesday to Saturday for the duration of the process.
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Track Closures - Planned Burn Preparation
Planned burn preparation works are scheduled in the Dandenong Ranges National Park which will result in the Olinda – VW Track fuel treatment area and tracks within the area being closed from the time works commence until their completion. Impacted Tracks include Barges track, Bartlett Track, Tchans track, VW tracck. Works are scheduled to commence from early October and are subject to favourable weather. Check the status of current planned burns at https://plannedburns.ffm.vic.gov.au Attachments: VW Track SA (2,487KB)
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