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❄ Mt Donna Buang Snow Play: What to Know Before You Go ❄
❄ Mount Donna Buang Snow Play: What to Know Before You Go ❄ Looking for snow near Melbourne this winter? Located just two hours away in Yarra Ranges National Park (Wurundjeri Country), the 1,245-metre summit of Mount Donna Buang typically sees snow from June to August. Access is completely free. When there is enough snow, you can enjoy three dedicated toboggan runs, build snowmen, and enjoy family snow fights. Because of its proximity to Melbourne, the mountain gets extremely busy on weekends and right after fresh snowfall. Here is how to plan a safe, enjoyable winter trip. 1. Check Weather & Road Conditions Mountain weather changes rapidly. Be prepared for cold, wet, and windy conditions regardless of the morning forecast. Pack Essentials: Bring extra warm layers, spare dry clothes, food, and water. Emergency Kit: Travel with a full tank of fuel, blankets, and a torch in case of traffic delays. Connectivity: Mobile coverage is patchy. Download maps/guides before leaving and let someone know your plans. Live Updates: Check the Parks Victoria website for road closures and conditions changes before departing. The Waterwheel Visitor Information Centre in Warburton also provides real-time local updates. 2. Time Your Departure & Driving If heading up after a fresh snowfall, always check the road conditions before setting out. Don't leave too early—give Dept. of Transport road crews time to grit and clear the ice. Snow Chains: While not mandatory, carrying chains is highly recommen
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Badger Weir BBQ's Closed
All of the BBQ hotplates at Badger Weir Picnic Area are currently closed due to repeated thefts of the BBQ Batteries, Hotplates and Gas Bottles. Due to this, and an associated arson attack on one of the picnic area's shelters, we are currently investigating increasing security to the park. These BBQ hotplates will remain closed until a solution can be found. If you have any information on these repeated thefts and arson events in Badger Weir Picnic Area, please contact Parks Victoria (13 1963) or Crime Stoppers (1800 333 000).
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Big Peninsula Stepping Stones permanently closed due to erosion
Due to instability caused by erosion, the Big Peninsula Stepping Stones are permanently closed for visitor safety.
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Cambarville toilet block closed until further notice
Cambarville toilet block is closed until further notice due to water supply issues and structural problems
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Dom Dom Saddle Picnic Area - Toilet Closure
Dom Dom Saddle Picnic Area toilets are permanently closed and will be removed in their entirety at a later date. The nearest toilets are at Fernshaw Picnic ground.
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Donnellys Weir Picnic Area and Car Park temporary closure - from 17th August 2026
Donnellys Weir Picnic Area and Car Park will be closed from 17th August 2026 to allow for critical Culvert Replacements works across Donnellys Creek near the Picnic Area.The closure may last through to the end of October.
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Mount Donna Buang BBQ's closed
The Mount Donna Buang BBQ's will be closed for the foreseeable future. We apologise for any inconvenience. Portable BBQ's and Heat Bead BBQ's are allowed to be used on site, so please bring your own. We ask that you take home any resulting waste items, including used heat beads.No campfires are allowed however, due to the resulting ground fire scar.
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Park Open Hours – Badger Weir and Donnellys Weir
Park Open Hours Maroondah Reservoir Park Badger Weir Donnellys Weir 8am to 8pm – Early October to Early April (Start of Daylight Savings Time to End of Daylight Savings Time) 8am to 6pm – Early April (End of Daylight Savings Time) to end of April 8am to 5pm – May to August 8am to 6pm – September to Early October (Start of Daylight Savings Time) These parks and visitor sites are protected for water security purposes by automatic gates. The gates close at the above posted times, but they do allow for visitors to leave the park for 30 minutes after these times. From 30 minutes after the posted closing time however the after hours exit turns off and exit from the park is no longer possible. We are obliged to do this to help strengthen water resource security. If a visitor mistakenly gets caught behind the automatic gates after the park closing time, upon exit please drive to within two metres of the gate to activate the late exit trigger. If the gate does not open as the vehicle is leaving too late, please call Parks Victoria on 13 19 63 to ask them to assist. A late exit fee may apply.
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Partial walking track closure on Cumberland Circuit walk (South of Woods Point Road)
There is a partial closure in place on the Cumberland Circuit walk due to hazardous tree fall risk south of Woods Point Rd (see map attached) Attachments: Cambarville_A4_0412 (1,190KB)
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Rainforest Gallery Closed for Repairs
The Rainforest Gallery boardwalk is closed until further notice. Urgent repairs are required for visitor safety.
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Summit Loop Trail - Partial Closure - Lake Mountain Summit
The Summit Loop walking trail is partially closed at Lake Mountain until further notice. Attachments: Lake Mountain Summit Loop Partial Track Closure (562KB)
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Winter Access to Mt Donna Buang Summit
During winter, when snow is forecast or has recently fallen, the Mt Donna Buang Summit Car Park may be closed to public vehicle access for visitor safety. The summit gate on Donna Buang Road will be closed, and visitors must park in the designated snow car parks nearby. From there, access to the summit is via a 300-metre walk.
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