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Map of bushwalks in Olinda

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Found 7 walks

Olinda Falls Walking Track

1.1 km return

30 min to 40 min

Olinda Falls Walking Track

Starting from the Olinda Falls Picnic Ground on Falls Road, Dandenong Ranges National Park, this walk leads to Olinda Falls and back via the Falls Track. Enjoy this peaceful walk that takes you through tall gum trees and ferns, surrounded by the sounds of chirping birds and the fragrance of the flora. The Olinda Falls boasts a viewing platform and various lookouts, from where you have views of the cascading falls and the surrounding landscape. It's a great place to relax, have a quiet picnic, and appreciate the nature. Keep an eye out for the local wildlife, which includes emus, wombats, possums, lyrebirds, king parrots and rosellas. The falls are small, and are best appreciated after heavy rains. However, the track can also get quite muddy and slippery after recent rainfall. Let us begin by acknowledging the Traditional Custodians of the land on which we travel today, and pay our respects to their Elders past and present.

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RJ Hamer Arboretum Loop

4.8 km circuit

1 h 45 min to 2 h 30 min

RJ Hamer Arboretum Loop

4.8 km

Circuit

Walk

1 h 45 min to 2 h 30 min

Mtb

Run

1 h to 1 h 30 min

This loop walk starts near the RJ Hamer Arboretum, Chalet Road, Olinda, looping around the Gardens of the Dandenong and along the Former Olinda Golf Course. Take a peaceful walk in the hills, through a mountain ash forest, and see the variety of international plantings in the arboretum, and a wonderful array of birdlife. There are plenty of sunny and shady patches to be enjoyed as you move between tall forests and wide open spaces, with many different paths to vary your walk, and great views of the landscape at the higher points. Dogs are allowed on a lead. Although there are multiple paths, there aren’t a lot of signs along the way. There are some long and steep hills on the walk, but overall, it’s popular with beginners. After heavy rain, expect the ground to be a bit soft and muddy. Let us begin by acknowledging the Traditional Custodians of the land on which we travel today, and pay our respects to their Elders past and present.

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Mathias Track

7.2 km return

2 h to 3 h 15 min

Starting from the intersection of Falls Road and Mathias Road, Mount Dandenong, this walk takes you to Silvan Road and back via the Mathias Road track, visiting Red Dog Hut along the way. One of the few tracks that allow dogs in the Dandenong Ranges, this track is quite popular and offers a peaceful experience with heaps of shade and lovely views. There are heaps of birdlife here, including but not limited to fairywrens, kookaburras, eastern yellow robins and rosellas. This is a wide, well-maintained track shared between walkers, trail runners, mtb and horse riders. It can get quite busy, so coming early and on weekdays is recommended. Let us begin by acknowledging the Traditional Custodians of the land on which we travel today, and pay our respects to their Elders past and present.

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Kalorama to Sassafras via the Kyeema Track

8.3 km oneway

2 h 45 min to 4 h 30 min

Kalorama to Sassafras via the Kyeema Track

8.3 km

Oneway

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2 h 45 min to 4 h 30 min

Run

1 h 30 min to 2 h 15 min

This track starts near the Kalorama CFA on Ridge Road, Kalorama, leading to Sassafras via the Kyeema Track. The Kyeema Track is named after the Australian National Airways plane that crashed into Mt. Dandenong on October 25, 1938. Embark on this quiet and peaceful walk that leads you through the Dandenong Ranges, between tall mountain ash, gum trees and gullies of tree ferns, presenting spectacular views of the surrounding landscape throughout. Along the way, you'll find Bourke's Lookout, which provides a panoramic view across metropolitan Melbourne. Some parts of the walk are challenging, with a lot of steep inclines and declines on mostly gravel tracks. Let us begin by acknowledging the Traditional Custodians of the land on which we travel today, and pay our respects to their Elders past and present.

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Dandenong Ranges Circuit

11.5 km circuit

3 h 30 min to 5 h 30 min

Dandenong Ranges Circuit

11.5 km

Circuit

Walk

3 h 30 min to 5 h 30 min

Run

1 h 45 min to 3 h

Starting from intersection of Dingley Lane, Falls Road and Mathias Road the walk follows the later one and slowly descends toward Lyrebird Creek to walk beside it till Eagle Nest Picnic Ground. Stop for a snack there before you had forward. Once you leave the Olinda Creek Road the track will gradualy ascend till the end. This is a serene walk in the forest with just enough ascend to keep your heart pumping. Let us begin by acknowledging the Traditional Custodians of the land on which we travel today, and pay our respects to their Elders past and present.

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Sassafras Creek to Baynes Park via the Dandenong Ranges Tourist Track

11.5 km return

3 h 30 min to 5 h 30 min

Sassafras Creek to Baynes Park via the Dandenong Ranges Tourist Track

11.5 km

Return

Walk

3 h 30 min to 5 h 30 min

Run

1 h 45 min to 2 h 45 min

Starting near the Sassafras Mechanics Institute Hall, on Mount Dandenong Tourist Road, Sassafras, this walk leads to Baynes Park and back via the Dandenong Ranges Tourist Track. Passing through cool temperate rainforest and gullies filled with ferns and eucalyptus trees, this walk allows you to appreciate nature in a peaceful and calm manner. Sassafras Creek is a constant companion on this walk, whether you are walking beside it or crossing over it. At all times, you are relatively close to the road, but the faint hum of traffic in the background doesn't spoil the walk. Road crossings are required at several points, and there are orange markers to guide you. There are also several creek crossings and boardwalks along the way. This walk is suited for people of average fitness levels. It can be tackled from either direction, done as a whole or divided into smaller sections. Dogs are allowed on-lead on this track. Let us begin by acknowledging the Traditional Custodians of the land on which we travel today, and pay our respects to their Elders past and present.

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Dandenong Ranges Tourist Track

15.7 km oneway

5 h to 7 h

Dandenong Ranges Tourist Track

Starting from the end of Telopea Road, Emerald, this walk takes you to Sassafras via the Dandenong Ranges Tourist Track, visiting A'vard, Kensleys and Bingleys picnic grounds along the way. This historic track offers quite the journey with its wonderful flora and fauna. Enormous trees provide heaps of shade as you make your way alongside Sassafras Creek. You can start from either end, and the journey is dog-friendly. Parts of the track may be overgrown, muddy or both. Keep an eye out for thorns. Let us begin by acknowledging the Traditional Custodians of the land on which we travel today, and pay our respects to their Elders past and present.

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