This interesting and diverse park was declared in 1987 to provide opportunities for recreation and education in a natural environment, preserve natural ecosystems and protect sites of geological and historical importance.

Located in the north-eastern part of the state, approximately 65 kilometres north-east from Wodonga, the park encompasses an area of 1,3150 hectare, and includes the Bungil Reference area.

Things to see and do


* A variety of recreation opportunities are available in the park, ranging from horse riding and pleasure driving to fishing and walking

* Horse riding is permitted on any tracks open to vehicles, whilst fishing is most popular along Koetong Creek

* Highlights of the park include the panoramic views of surrounding mountains and valleys from the summit of Mount Lawson and the spectacular spring wildflower display

* Visit the Historic Trestle Bridge off Firebrace Track. This timber bridge was once part of the Cudgewa Railway line


Looking after the park


* Take your rubbish home

* No fires including barbecues may be lit on a day of Total Fire Ban

* Dogs and other pets are not permitted in the park

* Firearms are prohibited

* All native plants and animals are protected

* Leave the park as you find it


Precautions

Many tracks within the park become unsuitable for use during wet weather and visitors are encouraged to contact the Parks Victoria Ranger at Tallangatta before entering the area. Please note that some access tracks pass through private property and due consideration should be given to the owners. Koetong Creek Track is also closed to vehicular access for most of its length within the park.

Local directions

The park is located between the Murray River Road and the Murray Valley Highway near Koetong. 2-wheel drive vehicles are advised to access the park only from the Murray Valley Highway via the Burrowye Road near Koetong. This road leads to the Mount Lawson Summit. Firebrace Track can be taken in dry conditions to access the Trestle Bridge and Koetong Creek. 4-wheel drive access can be obtained via a number of fine weather only tracks.

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Heritage
Mount Lawson State Park has a rich human heritage. Local aboriginal tribes used this area extensively and there are a number of signs of their existence throughout the Park. Mining has taken place in a number of areas in the Park, with the most recent being tin mining at the Head of Flaggy Creek off Thologolong Track. The area was also used for timber harvesting. At the southern end of the Park, the Historic Trestle Bridge from the old Cudgewa Rail Line can be accessed, showing a good example of hardship and engineering from days gone by.