Regulations Australia Buchan (AT) Cave Reserve
Federal Cave
Caving
Regulations on 30 October 2026
Signs at the site and later resolutions prevail; check the source.
In Buchan (AT) Cave Reserve
Regulated zone
Buchan (AT) Cave Reserve
These hold everywhere inside the boundary, whether or not a site is marked.
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Permit required
Caving · All year
In force on 30 October 2026
The entrances to several ‘adventure caves’ are within the reserve and provide opportunities for recreational cavers. Most of these entrances are gated and locked, and access requires a permit from Parks Victoria. Several speleological groups regularly visit Buchan and explore wild caves, both in the reserve and off reserve within the local area.
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Recreational activities and uses will be managed in accordance with Table 5. This table does not limit the operation or exercising of Native Title or Traditional Owner rights held by the Gunaikurnai people.
Table 5 Recreational activities allowed in the management zones.
Activity, Conservation and Recreation Zone, Recreation Development Zone
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Caving, Yes (subject to permit), Yes (in designated caves and subject to controls)
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Published by Gunaikurnai Traditional Owner Land Management Board · Gunaikurnai and Victorian Government Joint Management Plan: Buchan Caves Reserve
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Regulated
Camping & bivouac · All year
In force on 30 October 2026
Recreational activities and uses will be managed in accordance with Table 5. This table does not limit the operation or exercising of Native Title or Traditional Owner rights held by the Gunaikurnai people.
Table 5 Recreational activities allowed in the management zones.
Activity, Conservation and Recreation Zone, Recreation Development Zone
Camping — designated areas, No, Yes
Camping — dispersed vehicle-based, No, No
Camping — dispersed other, No, No
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Published by Gunaikurnai Traditional Owner Land Management Board · Gunaikurnai and Victorian Government Joint Management Plan: Buchan Caves Reserve