Black Range State Park
Burrunj
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Burrunj (Black Range) is a relatively quiet and remote place that sits within an ancient, rich
and productive cultural landscape. Nearby areas such as Rocklands Reservoir and
Grampians State Forest and National Park provide a range of recreational opportunities
including four wheel driving, camping, hiking, fishing and water sports.
The Diamond
Firetail Finch
is one of 17 threatened
species surviving here
in this parks open
woodland habitat.
Mt Byron - 3km return
From the Rocklands Cherry Pool road, enter the
Muirfoot 4WD track and drive 4.5km. Follow a steep
walking track up the range to arrive at the summit of
Mt Byron. Return via the same route.
Seasonal closures apply to Muirfoot track from June to
September. During this time start Mt Byron walk at
seasonal closure gates at either end of Muirfoot track.
A haven for plants and animals
‘Dalkaiana wartaty Burrunj’ The Traditional Owners
welcome you to Burrunj and ask that you care for,
and show respect for this Country while you visit.
Significant Aboriginal cultural places including rock
shelters, rock art, quarries and scar-trees occur here.
Traditional occupation centred on natural resources
such as water, plant and animal foods and rock
outcrops for shelter, artwork and stone tool
manufacturing.
In more recent times squatters selected runs on the
surrounding fertile plains and ventured into the
Range to graze stock and harvest timber.
Burrunj or Black Range provides habitat for a range
of native, rare and threatened plant species including
Mount Byron bush-pea, Large-leaf Ray flower and
Grampians Bossiaea. Common plant species include
Yellow Box and River Red Gum trees as well as spring
flowering Heath, Calatrix, Thryptomene and Teatree.
Over 100 bird species have been recorded here and
Red-necked Wallabies and kangaroos are often seen.
Nearby facilities
Enjoying the park
Picnic
Enjoy a picnic at Black Range Picnic Area
surrounded by tranquil forest. Picnic tables and basic
toilet facilities provided.
Camping
There are a number of camping areas in the State
Forests surrounding the Black Range. See map
overleaf for further information about these camping
areas.
Walks
Mudadgadjiin Shelter - 400m return
Starting from the Mudadgadjiin picnic area, a short
climb takes you through forest to the base of the
artsite – significant to local Aboriginal people for
thousands of years. Return via the same route.
Rock Escarpment Discovery - 5km return
From the Mudadgadjiin picnic area follow the track
to the shelter. Continue past the shelter and climb
steeply to the top of a rocky escarpment and enjoy
excellent views. Return via the same route.
Rocklands Reservoir
The reservoir abuts a small section of the park to the
south-east and when full, offers fishing (mostly
Redfin) and a range of water-based activities.
Location and access
The park is situated in Western Victoria 340km
north-west of Melbourne. Main access is from
Cavendish on the Henty Highway.
Be fire ready and stay safe
Many parks and forests are located in high fire risk
areas. On days of forecast Code Red Fire Danger this
park may be closed for public safety. If you are
already in the park you should leave the night before
or early in the morning for your own safety.
Closure signs will be erected and rangers will patrol
when possible, however you may not receive a
personal warning that the park is closed so check the
latest conditions by calling 13 1963 or visit
www.parks.vic.gov.au
For up to date information on fires in Victoria or
general fire safety advice call the Victorian Bushfire
Information Line on 1800 240 667.
For more information call the Parks Victoria Information Centre on
13 1963 or visit our website at www.parks.vic.gov.au
June 2014
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