Walking and cycling – Yarra Valley and Dandenong Ranges
Bushwalking and cycling trails criss-cross the Yarra Valley and Dandenong Ranges region. Suitable for all levels of fitness and age groups, the best walking and cycling tracks can be found in local national and state parks such as Yarra Ranges National Park, the Kinglake National Park, Bunyip State Park, the Cathedral Ranges State Park and Warrandyte State Park. The Dandenong Ranges National Park has a particularly excellent network of cycling tracks to explore.
Below are some of the best tracks and trails in these parks but for information on other tracks in the area contact the local Visitor Information Centre.
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Hire a bike to see the scenery and attractions of the Yarra Valley.
108 Main Street, Lilydale
Ph 03 9735 1483
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Take yourself for a walk:
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Cycle the scenic old Lilydale-Warburton railway line past tall forests, fern gullies, orchards, farmland, historic tunnels and heritage towns. Take a break in a nearby winery or visit neighbouring Healesville Sanctuary.
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Wander through a cool forest past clear creeks, cascades and tree fern gullies. Picnic to the sound of lyrebirds, kookaburras, bellbirds, whipbirds and rosellas, take a ride on Puffing Billy or visit a local berry farm.
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Stroll along a sparkling creek, through ancient myrtle beech, towering mountain ash and tree ferns. Picnic beneath the trees before spending the night in one of Marysville's grand guesthouses.
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Less than an hour's drive from the city centre, this pleasant walk along the banks of the Yarra River to the top of Mount Lofty offers superb views of the surrounding countryside and distant mountain ranges.
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Tall trees, fern-fringed waterfalls and reminders of the rugged days of timber-cutting and gold mining make this walk a must for the whole family. Discover the arts and crafts of local towns before relaxing overnight at one of the many fine B&Bs.
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Take a hike to the craggy peaks and rugged escarpments of the Cathedral Range and enjoy majestic views of the surrounding countryside from its lofty battlements.
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This walk features panoramic views, lush fern gullies, abundant wildlife and a spectacular waterfall
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This walk takes in beautiful stands of mottled grey snow gums, alpine heath and alpine bogs and four spectacular lookouts.
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This walk has been designed to tell the story of how Australian soldiers, sailors and airmen defeated the Japanese Army on the Kokoda Trail in Papua New Guinea during World War II.
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Walk amongst the tall tree ferns and luxuriant vegetation along the Steavenson River to the falls.
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