Great South West Walk - Trewalla Camping Area to Mallee Camping Area (Cape Nelson Lighthouse Reserve, Discovery Bay Coastal Park, Cape Nelson State Park)

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Great South West Walk - Trewalla Camping Area to Mallee Camping Area (Cape Nelson Lighthouse Reserve, Discovery Bay Coastal Park, Cape Nelson State Park)

Traverse the white sandy beach of Bridgewater Bay along the Trewalla Camping Area to Mallee Camping Area section of the Great South West Walk. Step back in time at the historic Cape Nelson Lighthouse and learn of the shipwrecks that lie in the depths of the Southern Ocean off Cape Nelson.  

How to get there

Great South West Walk - Trewalla Camping Area to Mallee Camping Area (Cape Nelson Lighthouse Reserve, Discovery Bay Coastal Park, Cape Nelson State Park)

Need to know

Great South West Walk - Trewalla Camping Area to Mallee Camping Area (Cape Nelson Lighthouse Reserve, Discovery Bay Coastal Park, Cape Nelson State Park)

Warnings & Restrictions

Dogs

Dogs are not allowed

Restrictions

  • No fires permitted
  • No horses
  • No dogs allowed
  • No camping
  • No bicycles
  • No generators
  • No drones without a permit
  • No firearms allowed
  • No vehicles

Warnings

  • Terrain hazards
    • Unstable cliffs
    • Slippery surface
  • Water hazards
    • Rough Surf
  • 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.

Temporary road closure for infrastructure improvements. Beach Road, Nelson, Victoria

Closure Details: 

 Road:                   Beach Road, Nelson (from Discovery Bay Coastal Park)

Closure Dates:     7 May 2024 to 17 May 2024, inclusive

Closure Type:       Full Road closure weekdays, with opening during evenings and weekends

Reason:                 Complete Beach Road maintenance and infrastructure improvements                   

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