Gunbower Island Canoe Trail

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The Gunbower Island Canoe trail is a fantastic way to immerse yourself in the natural beauty of the unique wetlands of Gunbower State Forest.

The wetlands are recognised as having international significance and play a critical role in supporting the breeding of birds, mammals and amphibians.

The idyllic canoe trail is a return route of approximately 5km and will take around two hours to complete. Yellow-numbered floating buoys mark the trail. When you reach the end of the trail, take some time to explore the wetlands before returning along the trail at your leisure.

The trail is suitable for paddling at any time of the day or night, with wildlife more active at sunrise and sunset.

An all-abilities canoe launcher is located at Canoe Site, the starting point of the Gunbower Island Canoe Trail. This site does not have accessible toilets, the nearest public toilets are located in the Koondrook township.

Department of Energy, Environment and Climate Action
  • Caravan / Camper Trailer / Campervan Sites / Campsites
  • Carpark
  • Family Friendly
  • Picnic Area
  • Actively welcomes people with access needs.
05/03/2026

Koondrook

Department of Energy, Environment and Climate Action
Koondrook Track
Koondrook, Victoria

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Geelong to Devonport ( GEX to DPO )

Schedule Sailing

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Est. Departure Time

Est. Arrival Time

September 8th
06:45 pm

3:56 pm – 5:41 pm

06:26 pm
09 Sep, 06:00 am
September 9th
06:45 pm

4:15 pm – 6:00 pm

06:45 pm
10 Sep, 06:00 am
September 10th
06:45 pm

4:15 pm – 6:00 pm

06:45 pm
11 Sep, 06:00 am

Devonport to Geelong ( DPO to GEX )

Schedule Sailing

Check-in times

Est. Departure Time

Est. Arrival Time

September 8th
06:45 pm

4:05 pm – 5:50 pm

06:35 pm
09 Sep, 06:00 am
September 9th
06:45 pm

4:15 pm – 6:00 pm

06:45 pm
10 Sep, 06:00 am
September 10th
06:45 pm

4:15 pm – 6:00 pm

06:45 pm
11 Sep, 06:00 am