The annual closures make it safer for motorists and reduce damage to remote roads impacted by heavy rain and snow.
Forest Fire Management Victoria, Parks Victoria, and the Conservation Regulator enforce seasonal closures between June and November annually.
“We want visitors to enjoy our parks and forests during winter, however, please respect road closures,” Forest Fire Management chief fire officer Chris Hardman said.
“They are closed to help keep the community and emergency services personnel safe, and protect the road and track network from damage.”
Authorised officers will be educating visitors about the upcoming changes in busy parks and forests during the King’s Birthday long weekend, followed by increased patrols and surveillance over the 2025 closure period.
The closures will officially begin on Tuesday, June 10.
Last year, there were more than 307 gate breaches, and over 700 instances of illegal vehicle use across Victoria’s parks and forests.
In 2024, 140 infringement notices under the Conservation (Vehicle Control) Regulations were issued, including for driving cars or riding trail bikes illegally off-road or in restricted areas.
Offenders caught driving or riding on a closed road in Victoria’s parks and forests face a maximum penalty of up to $3846 if prosecuted in court.
Visitors are advised to check local road and track closures and weather conditions before heading into the great outdoors.
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For emergency information, including severe weather alerts and warnings, download the VicEmergency app.
Environmental crime can be reported to 136 186.
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