Bunyip State Park - Gembrook
Submitted: Tuesday, Apr 13, 2004 at 22:14
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Nino & Kerry (VIC)
Just got back from a few days camping up at Bunyip. Having not been there for a few years we weren't sure if our memories were playing tricks, but the tracks didn't seem to be as challenging as previously. However we still managed to have a bit of fun and found a few great tracks under the power lines. However we caught up with the
ranger the next morning, only to find out that all the tracks near the powerlines are out of bounds, and we could have been fined. Would have been nice to have had some signs up and even on the parks website nothing was mentioned. We also asked about the state of the tracks as they seemed easier and they are being graded, specifically to drive the 4 wheel drivers out of the park along with the dirt bikes, which is a real shame, as this park used to be a great weekender, close to
home for a bit of recreational fun. He also told us that most of the tracks in the south of the park would be closed come June with the rain. Again, we were sure that we had been up there after June with many of the tracks available. It's a real shame and seems to be a
sign of the future that 4 wheel drives are being driven out, so to speak. Another point, we have a camper trailer, and all the designated camping spots had concrete posts, making it impossible to take the camper trailer in, again not mentioned on the website that the area was unsuitable for camper trailers. I guess a bit more homework was needed. I'm glad we didn't drive hours and hours to find a
campsite that was unsuitable. All in all though, a good weekend, even if a little tame, and we broke the law!! Hope everyone had a happy and safe
easter.
Nino & Kerry