Plants and animals Dogs are permitted only in Frank Thomson Reserve and must be kept on a lead at all times. Dogs, cats and other The park is home to almost 600 native plant species, over 40 pets are not permitted in the remainder of the park native mammal and 90 native bird species. Firearms are prohibited. Most of Kinglake National Park has a cover of eucalypt forest. There are limited tracks available for horse riding. Grass trees and ferns are also common, as are Acacias, Bush Fires are permitted only in fireplaces provided. peas, Cassinias, Heath, Tussock grass and orchids. Vehicles, including motor bikes, may only be used on Many birds and mammals can be spotted in the forest. formed open roads. Drivers must be licensed and vehicles Wallabies are often out and about surprising walkers; registered and roadworthy. Lyrebirds are often scratching around for food. Lyrebirds are particularly active during the winter months. Early morning Be prepared and stay safe visitors to Masons Falls are likely to see or hear them in the Kinglake National Park is in the Central Fire District. Bushfire picnic area. safety is a personal responsibility. Anyone entering parks and forests during the bushfire season needs to stay aware of Caring for the park forecast weather conditions. Check the Fire Danger Rating Help us look after your park by following these guidelines: and for days of Total Fire Ban at or call the VicEmergency Please take rubbish with you for recycling and disposal Hotline on 1800 226 226. All native plants and animals, historical and archaeological No fires may be lit on Total Fire Ban days. On Code Red Fire features are protected by law. Do not disturb them in any Danger Rating days Masons Falls/Sugarloaf Block will be way. closed for public safety. Closure signs will be erected but do Wallaby Creek Designated Water Supply Catchment is a not expect an official warning. Check the latest conditions at major closed catchment for Melbourne’s pure water or by calling 13 1963. For emergency assistance call Triple supply. It is vital that everyone helps to ensure the Zero (000). If there is a green emergency marker sign near prevention of pollution and fire. This catchment is closed to you, read the information on the marker to the operator. the public to protect Melbourne’s water supply. A section of this catchment in the north, the Silver Creek Buffer Area, May 2017 is open to the public and has a network of walking tracks. This is accessible via Flowerdale.
Plants and animals The park is home to almost 600 native plant species, over 40 native mammal and 90 native bird species. Most of Kinglake National Park has a cover of eucalypt forest. Grass trees and ferns are also common, as are Acacias, Bush peas, Cassinias, Heath, Tussock grass and orchids. Many birds and mammals can be spotted in the forest. Wallabies are often out and about surprising walkers; Lyrebirds are often scratching around for food. Lyrebirds are particularly active during the winter months. Early morning visitors to Masons Falls are likely to see or hear them in the picnic area. Caring for the park Help us look after your park by following these guidelines: Please take rubbish with you for recycling and disposal All native plants and animals, historical and archaeological features are protected by law. Do not disturb them in any way. Wallaby Creek Designated Water Supply Catchment is a major closed catchment for Melbourne’s pure water supply. It is vital that everyone helps to ensure the prevention of pollution and fire. This catchment is closed to the public to protect Melbourne’s water supply. A section of this catchment in the north, the Silver Creek Buffer Area, is open to the public and has a network of walking tracks. This is accessible via Flowerdale. Dogs are permitted only in Frank Thomson Reserve and must be kept on a lead at all times. Dogs, cats and other pets are not permitted in the remainder of the park Firearms are prohibited. There are limited tracks available for horse riding. Fires are permitted only in fireplaces provided. Vehicles, including motor bikes, may only be used on formed open roads. Drivers must be licensed and vehicles registered and roadworthy. Be prepared and stay safe Kinglake National Park is in the Central Fire District. Bushfire safety is a personal responsibility. Anyone entering parks and forests during the bushfire season needs to stay aware of forecast weather conditions. Check the Fire Danger Rating and for days of Total Fire Ban at or call the VicEmergency Hotline on 1800 226 226. No fires may be lit on Total Fire Ban days. On Code Red Fire Danger Rating days Masons Falls/Sugarloaf Block will be closed for public safety. Closure signs will be erected but do not expect an official warning. Check the latest conditions at or by calling 13 1963. For emergency assistance call Triple Zero (000). If there is a green emergency marker sign near you, read the information on the marker to the operator. May 2017