Dights Falls (Yarra Bend Park, Yarra River)

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Dights Falls (Yarra Bend Park, Yarra River)

Yarra Bend Park’s best-known feature, Dights Falls is an artificial weir built to supply water to the Ceres Four Mill back in the 1840s. Bring a picnic basket, relax in the shady location and take in the beauty of the tranquil Yarra River.

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Dights Falls (Yarra Bend Park, Yarra River)

Dights Falls (Yarra Bend Park, Yarra River)

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Dights Falls (Yarra Bend Park, Yarra River)

Safety in nature

You can benefit both mind and body when you get outdoors to explore and experience Victoria's natural places. Before you go, take a look at our safety tips and check our changed conditions and closures information for a great visit.

Accessibility

Visiting a park can be more of a challenge for people with disabilities, however, in Victoria there are a wide range of facilities to help people of all abilities enjoy our wonderful parks around the state. Parks Victoria provides a range of a equipment, including all-terrain and beach wheelchairs, facilities, accommodation and accessibility information and programs to help you plan and enjoy your visit to Victoria's parks.

Assistance dogs are welcome in Parks Victoria parks and reserves. Entry requirements apply for parks and reserves that are usually dog prohibited, such as national parks.

Warnings & Restrictions

Dogs

Dogs are not allowed

Restrictions

  • No fires permitted
  • No dogs allowed

Warnings

  • Animals and pests
    • Snakes

Be Prepared

Stay safe and get the most out of your park visit by preparing for natural hazards and other outdoor risks in Victoria’s parks. You are responsible for your own safety and the safety of those in your care. Find out more.

Change of Conditions

Nature being nature, sometimes conditions can change at short notice. It’s a good idea to check this page ahead of your visit for any updates.

Corben Oval Temporary Toilet Block Closure

Due to plumbing issues, the toilet block at Corben Oval (Yarra Bend Park) is closed, until further notice.

Alternative toilets are located at Lower Loop near Studley Park Boathouse, which can be accessed via Kane's Bridge.

Parks Victoria apologises for any inconvenience caused while we work to rectify this issue.

For any queries, please contact Parks Victoria on 13 19 63

Notice to River Users 5 November 2026

As Waterway Manager under the Marine Safety Act 2010, Parks Victoria wishes to advise the following waterway closures and activities on the Yarra River, Maribyrnong River and Victoria Harbour. 

Attachments: NTRU 5 November 2026 (626KB)

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