Alfred National Park - Cann River
Alfred National Park contains some of the most southerly occurrences of warm temperate rainforest in Australia
Things to see and do
There are no walking tracks or easily accessible stopping points on the highway from which to explore the park. Views from the highway are possible, but stopping is not recommended.Only keen walkers prepared with maps and navigation gear should explore the park. Walking may be difficult due to thick vegetation.
There are no camping areas provided in the park, the nearest camping areas and facilities are in Cann River or Genoa. There are no access roads, only walking tracks
Heritage
The park was proposed by naturalists Charles Daley and Edward Pescott and was established 1925. It was named after the then Minister of Lands, Alfred Downard.
Vegetation
Warm temperate rainforest with many species of native orchid and Victorian tree-ferns including rough, smooth, soft and prickly varieties. Lilly-Pilly and Kanooka trees are also common in the park.
Fauna
There are many wet forest and rainforest bird species including ground thrush, lyrebirds, pilot-birds, powerful owl and the brown flycatcher. Wallabies and wombats also inhabit the park.
Looking after the park
Help us look after the park by remembering these guidelines:
* All native plants, animals, cultural and historic sites and natural features are protected
* Take your rubbish home with you. The closest public rubbish tips are located in Cann River and Genoa
* Dogs and other pets are not permitted in the park
* Firearms are not permitted in the park
* Leave the park as you find it
Precautions
* There are no access roads and only a few walking tracks which makes exploring the park difficult. It is recommended that bushwalkers are well equipped
* Stopping along the narrow and winding sections of the highway is not recommended