advises campers to bring their own as water may not always be available, especially during the harsh, dry summers. The campsite is essentially permanently occupied by climbers, who are subjected to a fees payable by an honesty system. From late 2012, fees increased from $2 per person per night to a vehicle/group-based fee of $15. After public debate this was changed shortly afterwards to $4 per person per night. By November 2013 the fee had risen again to $5 per person per night, and is expected to increase yet again as part of a statewide increase in park usage fees. The fees help in the maintaining of the park. There are a number of satellite car parks around the mountain that allow for easier access to a number of areas that some might consider to be a considerable walking distance. Such car parks exist at Bushranger Bluff, Declaration Crag, and nearby Mitre Rock. There is also room for parking along the northern access road to the park near "The Pharos" and the "Watchtower Faces" climbing areas. There are two car parks in the summit area, which are used by tourists and climbers alike. The summit car parks are especially useful when accessing the northern climbing areas, provided safer access routes from above. There is a picnic shelter for day visitors, as well as a public telephone, and an information board. The board briefly documents the history of the area with history, provides information on the activities available in the area, and gives advice on the local flora and fauna. A Telstra repeater tower provides mobile phone coverage, although it may be necessary to walk a few hundred metres down from the campground towards the road for adequate reception. See also Protected areas of Victoria (Australia) Mount Arapiles References State parks of Victoria (Australia)