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Stapylton Campground Closed 7-Jun-2013 At 2:43:11 PM skegly

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On 7/06/2013 kieranl wrote:
>This just popped into the inbox from Parks. No camping at Stapylton campground
>this weekend
>
>Stapylton campground closure in the Grampians NP
>
>Stapylton Campground in the northern section of the Grampians National
>Park is currently closed due to in-ground asbestos contamination.
>
>Ranger in Charge David Roberts said the area was closed as a precaution
>for all activities, including camping.
>
>“With recent rain and increased visitation to the area there has been
>some exposure of cement sheeting containing asbestos,” said Mr Roberts.
> “We are currently working through options to manage the site.”
>
>The cement sheeting pieces came from an old building that was previously
>situated on part of the Stapylton campground area.
>
>“We appreciate the patience of visitors while the area is closed and encourage
>people to camp in other areas around the park,” said Mr Roberts.
>
>Stapylton Loop Walk and the popular Ngamadjidj Shelter remain open. The
>Loop walk can be accessed from Millers or Polhners Roads.
>
>Troopers Creek, Plantation and Smiths Mill Campgrounds are also available
>in the Northern Grampians for camping or visit a local Visitor Information
>Centre for the many private campgrounds surrounding the Grampians National
>Park.
>
>“There are plenty of other opportunities to get out and enjoy the spectacular
>Grampians National Park this long weekend and into winter,” said Mr Roberts.
>
>
>For further information contact Parks Victoria at www.parks.vic.gov.au
>or call 13 1963.
>

I was heading up there in the morning with my 6 year old. Poo