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safety information
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Cape Conran Coastal Park near Marlo in East Gippsland is 11,700 hectares in area. It has heathlands, wild ocean beaches and banksia woodlands brimming with nectar-feeding birds.
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Things to Do
- Activities include swimming, diving, camping and cabins, nature study, boating, fishing and rock pooling.
- Walks include the self-guided Cape Conran Nature Trail and the magnificent Dock Inlet and Pearl Point day walks.
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Facilities
- The campsite has septic toilets, tables, fireplaces and cold showers.
- Cabins in the Foreshore Reserve are also available.
- For camping & accommodation please visit the Cape Conran Camping and Cabins website or call (03) 5154 8438.
From 1 September bookings can be made one year in advance (excluding ballot period). - Bring your own drinking water.
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Heritage
Aboriginal Traditional Owners
Parks Victoria acknowledges the Aboriginal Traditional Owners of Victoria - including its parks and reserves. Through their cultural traditions, the Bidawal, Gunai - Kurnai and Nindi-Ngudjam Ngarigu Monero identify the Cape Conran Coastal Park as their Traditional Country.
Further information is available from Aboriginal Affairs Victoria AAV and Native Title Services Victoria .
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Fauna
Seals, and occasionally whales (further out at sea) are seen. The temperate clear waters harbour an abundance of marine life.
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Vegetation
Heathlands bloom in spring with an abundance of colorful wildflowers surrounded by banksia woodlands.
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Looking After the Park
- Please take great care with fires; use fireplaces provided only. On hot or windy days, do not light fires.
- Firearms are not permitted in the park.
- Dogs must be on a leash at all times, and are not permitted in the vicinity of the cabins or camp ground accommodation.
- Off road driving or riding of a motorised vehicle is not permitted - this includes beaches.
- Please put litter in bins provided.
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Precautions
Weather conditions can change dramatically. Bass Strait is notorious for its sudden squally southerly blusters and unforecast changes - carefully assess conditions before undertaking water based activities. Dogs are sensitive to paralysis ticks found in coastal areas of East Gippland, so search your dog daily. Ticks range in size from a few millimetres to the size of a small fingernail. If a tick is found, remove using a pair of tweezers or long fingernail, do not crush or squeeze tick when removing, then contact a veterinarian for advice. For further information about ticks contact the Department of Sustainability and Environment on 136 186.
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How to Get There
Access: 19 km east of Marlo on the Cape Conran Road. From the Princes Highway turn east just east of Cabbage Tree Creek (Melway ref: 529 F5).
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Special Needs Access
Banksia Bluff Camp and East Cape Beach
Banksia Bluff is a basic bush camping site with well maintained sites that are generally flat and clear of overhanging branches. The sites are sheltered by surrounding vegetation. Toilets are standard facilities, and there is a simple bush shower. The picnic area at East Cape Beach has a sealed path to the beach. The toilets and picnic facilities lack accessibility features. Cabins
The Cape Conran cabins are designed with sensitivity to the surrounding environment. Cabin 3, “Sassafras”, was designed and built in 1988 as an accessible facility, in accordance with the standards then applying. The cabins are spacious inside, and would be appropriate for most visitors’ needs. Demand for the accessible cabin facility has been low in the past. More interest may see similar cabins installed elsewhere in the state.
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Nearby Parks
- Buchan Caves Reserve
- Croajinalong National Park
- Errinundra National Park
- Lake Tyers Forest Park
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Guided Activities
1. Bicycle Touring (K1)
2. Birdwatching (A1)
3. Bushwalking (A2)
4. Canoeing / Kayaking (B3)
5. Coach/Bus Tours (J1)
6. Coastal Walking (A4)
7. Four Wheel Drive Tours (J2)
8. Spotlight Tours / Nightwalks (A3)
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Publications
Links to other websites 1.
Cape Conran Camping & Cabins
Brochures 1.
Four Wheel Driving in Victoria’s Parks
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Camping in Victoria’s Parks
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Walking Your Dog in Victoria’s Parks
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A new guide to Victoria's Parks: Parks Discovery
Park Notes / Maps 1.
Cape Conran Coastal Park - Wilderness Retreats, Cabins and Camping
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Cape Conran Coastal Park - Visitor Guide
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Camping in Victoria's Parks
Management Plans & Strategies 1.
Cape Conran Coastal Park Management Plan (2.5 M)
Books & DVDs 1.
Victoria's National Parks
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Melbourne's Great Outdoors
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