Visitor Guide

The has cut a rugged 300m gorge through sandstone and slate on its course southwards through the stunning Lerderderg State Park. An easy day trip from , this park houses a wide variety of vegetation from spring wildflowers to dry open forest and caters for activities including four wheel driving, hiking, picnicking and camping.

Getting there Lerderderg Campground is the only designated drive-in The park lies north of between Blackwood campground in the park. Campers should be prepared for a and Gisborne. The main access roads are basic bush camping experience and be self-sufficient with Road north of Bacchus Marsh and O’Briens Road running drinking water. Campfires must be in the fireplaces provided. across the north of the park, south of Blackwood and Walk-in camping is permitted in the Conservation Zone, but Wombat Forest. solid fuel fires are not permitted. Refer to the map overleaf. Things to see and do Car touring and four wheel driving O’Briens Crossing and Golden Point, near Blackwood, are the Lerderderg State Park and the adjoining only two river crossings in the park suitable for two wheel area contain hazardous terrain that can be difficult to drive vehicles. O’Briens Road is a scenic drive crossing the navigate. High quality maps, with excellent topographical park’s northern area. It is unsealed but suitable for two wheel information, are needed to plan walking and 4WD touring. drive vehicles. Maps are available for sale from outdoor activity businesses. Walking Caring for the park Mackenzies Flat to Grahams Dam – 3km, 1 hour Help us look after your park by following these guidelines:  Firearms, cats and other pets are not permitted in the park. return  All plants, animals, other natural features and cultural sites Follow the gentle track beside the river upstream from are protected and must not be disturbed or removed. Mackenzies Flat Picnic Area to Grahams Dam. Parks  Feeding wildlife is bad for their health. Penalties apply. does not recommend swimming in streams and waterways Store all food securely and properly dispose of all rubbish, due to hidden debris, deep cold water and slippery rocks. including food scraps. Blackwood Mineral Springs to Shaws Lake to Be prepared and stay safe Sweets Lookout – 3.5km, 2 hours return Lerderderg State Park is in the Central fire district. Bushfire An easy walk which starts near the caravan camping area and safety is a personal responsibility. Anyone entering parks and passes historical features typical of the Blackwood area. forests during the bushfire season needs to stay aware of O’Briens Crossing to Byers Back Track to The forecast weather conditions. No fires may be lit on Total Fire Tunnel – 3km, 1.5 hours return Ban days. However, gas stoves may be used under certain This harder walk follows an old water race around the steep conditions for food preparation. Lerderderg valley above the river. At the second cross track, Check the Fire Danger Rating and for days of Total Fire Ban at turn right and descend steeply to arrive opposite The Tunnel. www.emergency.vic.gov.au, on the VicEmergency Longer walks, such as the ’s Lerderderg smartphone app or call the VicEmergency Hotline on 1800 Track, are available in the park, but they require planning and 226 226. preparation using detailed maps as mentioned above. On Code Red Fire Danger Rating days this park will be closed Picnicking and camping for public safety. Closure signs will be erected but do not Mackenzies Flat Picnic Area in the south of the park is a very expect an official warning. Check the latest conditions at popular spot for a picnic. Camping and dogs are not www.parks.vic.gov.au or by calling 13 1963. permitted. For emergency assistance call Triple Zero (000). If there is a The smaller Shaws Lake picnic area is near Blackwood. green emergency marker sign near you, read the information on the marker to the operator. O’Briens Crossing Picnic Area allows dogs on lead however fires are not permitted here. Mobile phone service may not exist in many areas. Seek high elevations when trying for emergency phone coverage.

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Information BBQ (Electric) Freeway/Highway Main through Seasonal closure road in park Toilets Fireplace Main road 4WD track Walking track Mgmt. vehicles/ Camping area Lookout Gate Sealed road Darleywalkers only Mgmt. vehicles/ Picnic Dogs permitted Unsealed road Horseriding, Cycling Gate (seasonal) & Walking

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